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NOVEMBER 2016
Music Trades
NEW PRODUCTS
LD Systems U500 Series
Wireless Systems
LD SyStemS’ new U500 SerieS, available from Adam Hall, offers true Diversity
radio microphones and guitar systems packed with professional
features. the wireless systems are
available in the frequency ranges
823 – 832 mHz, 863 – 865 mHz,
655 – 679 mHz, and 584 – 608
mHz. High dynamic transmission quality and ease of use
are further advantages of
this German-made series.
the German Design Council,
the German foundation supporting
brands and design, has nominated the U500 Series for the German Design Award 2017.
with automatic channel search, convenient one-touch infrared synchronization, and intuitive user control on easily readable OLeD displays, the UHF wireless systems in the
U500 series are quickly ready for use. Besides dynamic and condenser microphones,
there are also U500 wireless systems with headsets, lavalier, and clip-on microphones
and a version for electric guitars and bass. exchangeable capsules with hypercardioid features are available for the handheld transmitters’ replaceable heads.
the bodypacks and wireless microphones boast a reliable battery level display and can
be given names to allow differentiation when several systems are being used at the same
time. A total of 96 channels are available, spread over eight groups with 12 channels
each. Up to six systems can be operated at the same time.
the outputs on the single and double receivers can be switched from line
level to instrument level. Adjustable transmission strength of up to 30 mw,
effective noise reduction with a pilot tone, and frequency range of 60 Hz to
16 Hz ensure professional transmission quality with high dynamics and very
clear speech quality. Depending on battery type, the handheld transmitters
and bodypack have a battery life of up to 13 hours.
www.adamhall.com
Ibanez Adds New GIO Bass Finishes
GiO, tHe eStimABLe ibanez value-line bass series, adds two new models
for 2016: the GSr200SDL, a Soda Blue four-string (mSrP $285.70), and
the GSr205DVm Deep Violet metallic five-string (mSrP $357.13). Patterned on the company’s famous Sr, the ibanez GSr GiO offers the
same alternative approach to electric bass that all Sr basses do. Light in
weight, heavy in tone, it features a fast, thin neck that many players have
found is capable of fulfilling needs even beyond the beginning stages.
each features a solid mahogany body and a maple neck. A rosewood
fingerboard, accented with medium-size white dot inlays, rounds out
the visuals. ibanez Dynamix P and J pickups deliver clarity and fullness
well beyond their price point, and the Phat ii eQ provides ultra-wide
tonal range.
www.ibanez.com
NOVEMBER 2016
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Focusrite Unveils Red 8Pre Interface
exPAnDinG On itS LAnDmArk red series of interfaces, Focusrite has now added the
red 8Pre. with 64 inputs and 64 outputs (including a total of 16 analog inputs and 18
analog outputs) and eight of Focusrite’s specially-developed digitally-controlled mic preamps, the red 8Pre answers the need for more microphone inputs and a higher i/O
count. Like the red 4Pre, the red 8Pre also includes two front-panel high-headroom instrument inputs, dual thunderbolt 2, dual Pro tools | HD DigiLink, and Dante network
audio connectivity. Featuring Focusrite’s most advanced low-noise conversion and beautiful yet robust design, red interfaces offer the perfect balance of form and function, delivering the sound quality and versatility engineers and producers expect from Focusrite.
the eight specially-developed red evolution mic pres in the red 8Pre represent the evolution of Focusrite’s premier mic pre design for the needs of today’s recording environment, offering clear, honest audio performance with –129 dB ein and 63dB of gain.
Software control allows recall of settings and stereo linking, plus configuration of HPF,
polarity invert, and individual phantom power. in addition, the preamps and other parameters can be adjusted from the elegant front panel, with its clean multifunction controls and clear color LCD displays. the preamps include Focusrite’s unique ‘Air’ effect,
re-creating in the analog domain the sound of the transformer-based mic preamps in the
classic iSA range—ideal for bringing out the breathy quality of a vocal or adding presence
to an acoustic guitar. red 8Pre also includes two high-headroom instrument inputs, instantly accessible from the front panel.
the red 8Pre’s high-performance conversion system features “parallel path summing,”
where two matched converters are run in parallel to increase the signal-to-noise ratio.
Levels at the red 8Pre’s monitor outputs are adjusted via a digitally-controlled analog
attenuator. this allows them to deliver full dynamic range at all signal levels.
Like its smaller brother, the red 8Pre delivers exceptional connectivity. Dual thunderbolt 2 ports connect to a DAw while at the same time allowing daisy-chaining of drives
and displays. round-trip latency as low as 1.67ms permits recording with preferred plugins in real-time and simplifies workflow—no need for cue mix utilities or outboard DSP—
while dual DigiLink ports connect the red 8Pre directly to any Pro tools | HD system. in
addition, red 8Pre features built-in Dante network audio connectivity.
www.focusrite.com
Gloves For All Occasions From AIM
mUSiC-PAtterneD GLOVeS from Aim Gifts are here
in time to keep hands warm this winter. Both attractive
and functional, they come in three top-selling designs:
touch-Screen to work with mobile devices, Fingerless
to free up fingers for playing or everyday tasks, and
Stretch for anytime warmth. these and thousands of
other music gift accessories can be found in Aim’s new
music Gift Catalog.
(800) 233-2800
www.aimgifts.com
NOVEMBER 2016
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NEW PRODUCTS
New Mahogany Ukes, Uke Tree
From Amahi
AmAHi UkULeLeS iS nOw OFFerinG
three new designs in the Penguin mahogany model, the Uk217 mahogany
model, and the Uk210kk model. All
three come with a deluxe padded and
embroidered bag.
Amahi’s Penguin mahogany model is
available in soprano, concert, tenor,
pineapple, and peanut shapes. Features include open gear tuning,
Aquila strings, dressed frets, rosewood fingerboard, and white ABS
binding on the body. mAP $72.
the Uk217 mahogany model is
also offered in soprano, concert,
tenor, pineapple, and peanut
shapes.
this instrument features sealed guitarstyle tuning, with Aquila strings, dressed frets, rosewood fingerboard,
and ivory ABS binding on the body and neck. mAP $79.
the Uk210kk mahogany model is available in soprano, concert, and
tenor sizes. Features include sealed guitar-style tuning, Aquila strings,
dressed frets, rosewood fingerboard, thin body, and arched back. mAP
$79.
in addition, Amahi is now offering dealers a ukulele tree by String
Swing, stocked with 24 Amahi ukes and matching bags. $699 includes freight. Offer ends
October 31.
www.amahiukuleles.com
Bass Plate Pedal Dock
For 20" Bass Drums
FOLLOwinG tHe SUCCeSSFUL reLeASe of its innovative bass
drum pedal dock for 22" bass drums in early 2015,
Burns engineering president and Bass Plate inventor
nick Burns has announced the pending arrival of the
BP-20—a new model of the advanced drum accessory
for 20" bass drums. Like the original BP-22 model, the
new Bass Plate fits both eight- and ten-lug bass drums.
the docking device is designed to improve the sound, protect the hoop, and increase the
stability of bass drums. it also provides the added benefit of lateral pedal positioning and
is the only after-market docking device that quickly, safely, and securely attaches directly
to the drum.
Bass Plates are currently used by many of the world’s leading drummers and are compatible with most popular bass drum pedals (A list of compatible pedals is available on
the company’s website.) Distributed by Big Bang Distribution. mSrP $69.99.
www.bigbangdist.com
NOVEMBER 2016
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Levy’s Goes Southwest
With Jax Guitar Strap
new FrOm LeVy’S Leathers, the native Southwest-themed
mS317JAx guitar strap features a supple, vibrant suede top with
contrasting garment leather inlay. Adjustable from 37" to 51",
it’s available in a choice of copper (CPr), rust (rSt), honey
(Hny), and black (BLk).
www.levysleathers.com
Power Adapters, Daisy Chains
From Ortega
OrteGA GUitArS POwer ADAPterS, the OPS9500eU (for eU standard sockets) and
OPS9500US (for American standard sockets), are the ideal tools for running multiple effects in combination with Ortega’s ODC4, ODC6, and
ODC8 daisy chains. they also work for any 9V driven single guitar or bass pedal, ensuring those pedals never
run out of electricity onstage.
Ortega daisy chains are offered in four-, six-, and eightheaded versions (ODC4, ODC6, and ODC8, respectively).
All feature 2.1 mm pin connectors and cable length of
1.4m/4.6', 2m/6.5', or 2.7m/8.9'.
www.ortegaguitars.com
Cremona SV-400
Real Artist Violin
HAnDCrAFteD in tHe FineSt italian tradition, the Cremona SV-400 violin
offers unlimited potential to the dedicated musician, regardless of skill
level. the solid spruce and maple are carefully hand-graduated for the
best tonal qualities, and the result is a rich, smooth tone with flexibility
and power. the set-up is perfect, and the SV-400 responds instantly to
the lightest touch of the bow.
Genuine African ebony is used for the Swiss-style pegs and the fingerboard, while the lightweight composite tailpiece has four fine tuners for
ease of tuning the USA-made D’Addario Prelude steel strings. A transparent red-brown varnish highlights the select tonewoods. the outfit
includes a lightweight oblong case and a LaSalle LB-17 Brazilwood
bow.
www.sagamusic.com
NOVEMBER 2016
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Zildjian Planet Z Cymbals Now Available
tHe AVeDiS ZiLDJiAn Company’s Planet Z Cymbals are available for the first time in the United States. Created for
new drummers looking to make their first entrance to
the Zildjian family of products and produced in Zildjian’s norwell, massachusetts manufacturing facility,
Planet Z is made of a proprietary nickel-silver alloy
that delivers a sonically superior cymbal at a more
economical price point. with its entrance in the U.S.,
Planet Z gives the drumming consumer a definitive
“good-better-best” selection with the acclaimed ZBt B8
alloy (92% copper, 8% tin) and the new S Family B12 alloy
instruments (88% copper, 12% tin).
Zildjian Planet Z Cymbals are available at select U.S. dealers in
four popular cymbal sets and as singles in a 10" Splash and 18" China.
Like all Zildjian cymbals, the Planet Z Series features a two-year limited warranty.
www.zildjian.com
PROcussionCare Cleans Heads, Cymbals
PrOCUSSiOnCAre wearBarrier and CymbalCare are new products that
work together to prevent the formation of black oxidation deposits on drumheads, sticks, and cymbals. Sound-Dampening
black oxidation buildup has long been a problem for drummers
and percussionists. A majority of these deposits are the result
of stick tip transfer and physical contact. this process of oxidation deposit buildup diminishes tone and resonance by microroughening the top layers of metal alloy and tends to disrupt
the fluid movement of sound waves throughout the cymbal.
CymbalCare conditions cymbal surfaces for enhanced response and resonance, removing accumulated grime and microscopic dirt particles from the cymbal grooves. CymbalCare
will not affect naturally occurring patina and the subtle surface
features that give cymbals their individual sonic character.
Other standard cymbal cleaners often use stripping and polishing agents that result in a unnaturally bright, harsh sound. CymbalCare’s
gentle dry-to-the-touch formula is engineered to remove debris, dirt, and oils while preserving the cymbal patina for full-range, naturally attenuated tone.
CymbalCare also excels in the care of the other metal instruments in the band and orchestra pantheon including marching cymbals, gongs, mallet percussion, and metal parts
of brass instruments suce as trumpets, trombones, etc.
to protect both cymbals and drums from oxidation, use PrOcussionCare, wearBarrier,
and CymbalCare in sequence: First apply wearBarrier to drumheads with a cloth to remove black oxide marks and to condition the head. then apply CymbalCare to cymbals to
remove grime, condition, and leave a protective micro-thin barrier to prevent further
oxide build-ups.
PrOcussionCare PedalLube is formulated to clean, condition, and lubricate drum pedals,
hi-hat-stands, racks, and other hardware.
together, these three formulas constitute a total maintenance regimen to keep drum, percussion, and other metal instruments functioning at peak potential. For drummers as well
as music repair and rental/retail centers, SoundSynergies offers opportunities to maximize
the end-users’ enjoyment of the musical instruments and gear they have purchased.
www.SoundSynergies.net
NOVEMBER 2016
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Kawai Debuts New Designer Digitals
kAwAi AmeriCA has added two new
models to its award-winning Classic Series Digital Piano line. the top-ofthe-line CS11 is kawai’s newest
Hybrid Digital Piano. with luxurious
appearance, exceptional sound, and
impeccable touch, the CS11 blurs the
line between acoustic pianos and
their digital counterparts, creating an
instrument where outstanding digital
performance merges with acoustic
piano characteristics.
For starters, the CS11’s gorgeous
cabinet is the same one used for
kawai professional upright pianos. Classic
lines, traditional leg and toe block design, plus an authentic fallboard create a
timeless, traditional appearance. Borrowing further from kawai’s rich acoustic piano history, the CS11 employs the exclusive Soundboard Speaker System, which uses a real
wooden soundboard to create the warm, rich, organic sound of an acoustic instrument.
the CS11’s acoustic piano heritage is also found in the Grand Feel ii action, which features extra-long wooden keys and a mechanical design closely emulating that of kawai’s
grand piano actions. Additionally, the front key pivot length of the GF ii action is precisely
the same length as that of kawai’s acclaimed rx grand piano’s keys, providing greater
control and nuance to the player.
the CS11 relies upon kawai’s signature Harmonic imaging xL with 88-note piano sampling. it now features samples of the acclaimed Shigeru kawai ex concert grand and the
Sk5 chamber grand pianos.
Other powerful digital features include USB digital audio capabilities, USB data storage,
256-note polyphony, split and layered keyboard modes, and a large number of exceptional instrumental sounds. the finishing touch is the unique Cheekblock Control System,
which provides intuitive operation along with a large LCD display, all discreetly housed in
the left cheekblock of the instrument.
the new CS8 Digital Piano joins the CS11 as part of the Classic Series digital piano
lineup. it offers all of the attributes of the CS11, except that it uses a traditional fourspeaker sound system rather than the Soundboard Speaker System. it is clad in a traditional digital piano cabinet with a polished ebony finish, making it a beautiful addition to
any decor.
http://www.kawaius.com
Azumi AZ1 Flute For Serious Students
mUSiC eDUCAtOrS prize Azumi flutes for their exceptional tone, impeccable intonation,
and elegant durability. Featuring the Altus professional Z-Cut headjoint, Azumi AZ1 flutes
are specially designed for the serious student.
with its sterling-silver lip plate and riser, the AZ1SrBO is the perfect gift for the young
musician who is ready for a flute that can take them to the next performance level. mAP
$1,199.
www.azumiflutes.com
NOVEMBER 2016
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Traveler Debuts New Acoustic-Electric
new FrOm trAVeLer, the CL-3eQ is a cutting-edge 3/4size travel acoustic guitar loaded with features. made
with mahogany back and sides and a solid spruce top,
the CL-3eQ also has a lower cutaway and upper beveled
top to allow for maximum comfort and playability. the
built-in Shadow nanoflex pickup is paired with a custom
Shadow preamp, onboard tuner, and Shadow’s renowned
headphone amp technology. the headphone amp also has
an auxiliary input to allow jamming with favorite backing
tracks. the CL-3eQ may be small in stature, but there’s
nothing small about its volume, tone, and advanced features. Street price $399.99 including gig bag.
earlier this year, guitar making pioneers eSP and
traveler Guitar introduced the traveler Guitar LtD
eC-1, a full 24-3/4" scale electric travel guitar based
on LtD’s best-selling eC series. And now it’s available in vintage black. with slick, LtD-inspired appointments and traveler Guitar’s innovative
engineering, this guitar is the perfect travel companion for eSP players. the eSP-designed ALH200B active humbucker provides powerful drive
and articulate tone, while the visual appointments
offer tons of vibe. the traveler Guitar LtD eC-1 VB has
a carved arch-top mahogany body, locking tuning machines, classic gold hardware, a
beveled neck/heel for easy access to high frets, an adjustable tune-o-matic-style bridge,
six-ply binding, a bound neck, and LtD-style fingerboard inlays. Street price $699.99 including gig bag.
www.travelerguitar.com
Blue Book Tracks New Amplifier Values
tHe new 5tH eDitiOn Blue Book of Guitar Amplifiers is the only
publication solely dedicated to current guitar and bass amplifier
information and up-to-date values. At 840 pages, this 8-1/2 x
11" softcover book, edited by ryan triggs and S.P. Fjestad, is the
largest ever published on guitar amplifiers, with nearly 500 individual manufacturers, trademarks, and boutique builders identified.
more than 5,850 new and vintage individual models are identified in detail with current new or used market retail values.
more than 18,000 values are cited, and many have been updated to reflect the current state of the vintage guitar amp marketplace, taking into consideration that large, heavy amplifiers
are not as popular as they used to be, and their values are
down. nearly 2,000 black-and-white images are included in this
newest edition, with 3,650 available online in high-resolution color. (the “t” in the text
indicates that one or more images are available for viewing directly on the Blue Book
website in full color for free.) the revised 16-page color Photo Grading System (PGS)
helps properly determine the condition of any amplifier—the most important factor
when assessing accurate value.
www.bluebookofguitarvalues.com
NOVEMBER 2016
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Hammond Unveils New Flagship
XK-5 Portable Organ
HAmmOnD’S new xk-5
Organ draws on original
blueprints of Hammond’s classic B-3
organ to capture its
sound and feel with unmatched accuracy and
soul. An all-new sound engine combines modeling
and sampling to reproduce every nuance of the electro-mechanical tone
wheel generator, while a custom keyboard action duplicates the heft, bounce, key travel,
and multi-contact behavior of classic Hammond console organs. Other features include
four full sets of drawbars, plus pedal drawbars, a controls layout identical to a B-3, a new
and ultra-realistic digital Leslie effect, and the ability to duplicate individual organs down
to the model, year, condition, and serial number—with downloadable tone wheel profiles upcoming from famous Hammond organists. mAP $3,695.
Hammond’s new Heritage series of manual console options expands the xk-5 into a full
transportable B-3 console. the xk-5 Pro System has a modern look and comprises the
xLk-5 lower manual (with same key action and multi-contact system as the xk-5). its vertically extended side panels replace those on the xk-5, creating a gapless dual-manual
organ that can be carried as one piece.
the optional xPk-250Bk 25-note pedalboard in black finish with exP-250 expression
pedal, and open-footprint black aluminum folding stand with matching bench, complete
the Pro System. the model A-3 looks like a traditional B and includes the A-3 lower manual with thicker side panels than the xLk-5, matching wooden A-3 legs and wooden
bench, and xPk-250w pedalboard in red walnut finish. Various integrated configuration
bundles will be available.
www.hammondorganco.com
Electro-Harmonix Wailer
Wah Pedal
tHe new wAiLer wAH from electro-Harmonix features the circuitry and tone of the award-winning
Crying tone in a traditional rack-and-pinion-style
pedal at an extremely affordable price point. it delivers expressive wah and cocked wah sounds and,
at just over 1.5 pounds, substantial weight savings
over many popular wah wah pedals. electro-Harmonix President mike matthews commented, “Our
goal was to build a wah pedal that sounds great, deliver it
at an astounding low price, and make it provide good weight savings for the player who has to schlep their own gear around. i’m very excited about the eHx wailer wah.”
the wailer wah comes equipped with a 9V battery or can be powered by an optional 9volt AC adapter. U.S. street price $62.75.
www.ehx.com/products/wailer-wah
NOVEMBER 2016
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EZ Tone Guitars Now In
Brownburst
reCOrDinG kinG’S eZ tone Series guitars, known for
their easy-playing setup and features, clean aesthetics,
and outstanding pricing, are now also available in a
beautiful satin brownburst finish. All eZ tone guitars feature a solid spruce top and one of the thinnest openpore poly finishes ever, married with finely-tuned
action for instruments that resonate freely and deliver classic acoustic tone with excellent projection.
the satin brownburst color gracefully accentuates
the guitars’ body shapes, especially when combined with the ivory bound soundhole, all using
the eZ tone series’ ultrathin finish. these guitars
were previously available only in a natural finish.
Brownburst was added by popular demand.
the full-line eZ tone Series is available in two
configurations, eZ tone PLUS and eZ tone. eZ tone
PLUS all-solid guitars are available in dreadnought, 12-fret
000, and 0 versions and have an industry-leading $299 mAP. eZ tone guitars, made with
solid spruce tops, mahogany backs and sides, and the same comfortable neck and resonant finish, are available in dreadnought, 12-fret 000, 0, and new mini-dreadnought (eZ
tone On-the-Go) shapes in both natural and brownburst beginning at a mAP of $229.
www.recordingking.com
Graph Tech
ResoMax Bridges And Saddles
FOr A DrOP-in rePLACement BriDGe that’s light in weight but heavy in
tone, Graph tech is offering resomax wraparound bridges. Offering
an alternative to bridges and tailpieces made from zinc, these
bridges are made from a proprietary lightweight resomax alloy that “is smooth, comfortable and leaves each
note dripping in tone and harmonics,” said Dave Dunwoodie, president of Graph tech Guitar Labs. the resomax wraparound bridge is made to fit easily on nearly
all PrS and Gibson guitars, as well as most other guitars using a wraparound bridge.
For saddles, there are two options available: resomax
Alloy Saddles or String Saver Saddles. the Alloy saddles are made from the same harmonically rich alloy as the bridge, while the String Savers option is “great for enhancing
tone, improving tuning stability, and virtually eliminating string breakage,” said Dunwoodie. “they have a more balanced sound with sizzling highs, full mids, and big, open
lows.”
For quick restringing, the AutoLock locking feature, exclusive to the resomax System,
magnetically secures the bridge and tailpiece at all times without a tool to use or lose.
more information is available online at:
http://www.graphtech.com/products/brands/resomax/resomax-wraparound-bridges
(800) 388-7011
www.graphtech.com
NOVEMBER 2016
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Radial LX2 Line Splitter & Attenuator
new FrOm rADiAL engineering, the Lx2 Line Splitter and Attenuator allows the user to easily send a single source to two
different destinations at once without noise, with the ability
to attenuate the input signal and tame hot outputs from a
mixing console or mic preamp. (radial’s new radial Lx3 is
designed to send one audio signal to as many as three destinations at once.)
the Lx2’s input features an xLr/trS combo jack, enabling balanced or unbalanced line level signals to be
split to two different destinations. A premium Jensen
transformer inside provides exceptional frequency response and phase coherency to ensure that the highest audio quality is maintained, while isolating the two
outputs from each other to eliminate hum and buzz
from ground loops. Ground lift switches on each of the
two xLr outputs help to further reduce ground loop noise. For situations where a level adjustment is required, the trim control on the Lx2 allows the user to
attenuate overly hot signals. this allows the mic preamps to be driven hard to achieve
coloration while trimming the level at the Lx2 to avoid clipping the inputs of the recording interface. this trim control is activated by a recessed “set & forget” switch. For live
use or in situations where attenuation is not needed, simply disengage this switch to prevent accidental and unwanted level adjustments.
the Lx2 is built with 14-gauge steel to ensure it continues to reliably perform night after
night even on the most demanding tours, while a book-end design protects the connections and switches. rigid i-beam construction prevents torque from being applied to the
circuit board, eliminating the possibility of cold solder joints. the Lx2 has a compact footprint, with the added benefit of allowing up to eight units to be rack-mounted using the
radial J-rak.
www.radialeng.com
Vintage Launches Williams
Electro-Acoustic Crossover Guitar
new FrOm VintAGe, the roger williams nylon electro-Acoustic Crossover
guitar was designed by celebrated luthier roger williams, who has been
building and repairing fretted instruments in Lichfield, west midlands U.k.
for more than 15 years. Based on one of williams’ beautifully made highend models, the Ve9000rw features a solid A-grade cedar top with
solid rosewood back and sides, perfectly matched to a mahogany neck
and ebony fingerboard. williams commented, “my crossover or hybrid
guitar delivers a warm, full-range classical tone in an instrument designed to play and feel like a steel string acoustic.” the addition of a
bone nut and saddle makes this an exceptionally responsive and resonant guitar, accurately captured by the unobtrusive onboard Fishman ink + preamp and pickup system.
endorsed by Vintage Signature Artist Gordon Giltrap, the Ve9000rw
comes complete with kinsman hardshell case. Vintage instruments are
distributed worldwide by JHS & Co. Ltd.
www.jhs.co.uk/products/guitars-folk-instruments/acoustic-guitars/vintage
NOVEMBER 2016
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Peavey RBN Speakers Now Shipping
PeAVey eLeCtrOniCS’ rBn SerieS speakers and powered
subwoofers are driven by highly efficient power amps designed specifically for powered speaker enclosures and combine best-in-class audio quality with Peavey’s acclaimed
reliability. the 1,500-watt rBn 112 speaker enclosures feature
Peavey’s proprietary 120mm true ribbon high-frequency
driver on a low-coloration wave-guide. After using this highquality sound technology in studio environments for decades,
Peavey has developed a method for applying it to live applications for unrivalled, crystal-clear sound. these enclosures are
also equipped with 12" dual voice coil neodymium Scorpion
speakers, which offer Peavey’s exclusive field-replaceable basket technology. Features include program eQ presets, side and
top handles, multiple side and top fly points, and an ultrabraced molded enclosure.
incorporating modern digital signal processing, rBn series
enclosures features two xLr/1/4" combination inputs, a
3.5mm input, and a mic/line level selection. each input features digital infrasonic high-pass filters, a nine-band graphic eQ,
and delay. each output features a sophisticated compressor/limiter and
fourth order high-pass/low-pass filters for crossover function and external subwoofer incorporation. the series is equipped with bass enhancement and auto-off power down.
rBn 215 powered subwoofers maintain full output down to 36Hz with 2,000 watts total
peak power. Constructed of heavily braced 18mm birch plywood, rBn subs are designed
for years of rock-solid low-end reliability. Features include dual 15" woofers, assignable
crossover, heavy-duty locking casters, ultra-braced cabinet assembly, ground lift, pole
mount, and a heavy-duty steel perforated grille.
U.S. mSrPs $1,499.99 (rBn 112) and $1,999.99 (rBn 215).
www.peavey.com
Manhasset Updates Popular LED Lamp
replacing the earlier #1050 model, manhasset Stands’
#1060 LeD Lamp ii offers the most attractive features of
its predecessor along with some brand-new upgrades.
Designed exclusively for manhasset, the #1060 LeD Lamp
ii offers durable ABS case construction and a pivoting lamp
head for easy adjustment of the light bar. Fifteen LeD bulbs
are built into the construction for glare-free, full-width,
audience shielded illumination in an attractive design. the new model introduces three settings:
high, low, and off. the two settings of illumination give
musicians the flexibility to adjust the light level for the requirements of the venue. the
new lamps fit easily and securely onto manhasset stands and many other models, with
ample clearance for taller music scores.
the LeD ii Lamp uses three AA batteries (not included). rechargeable AA batteries can
also be used. A choice of AC adaptors is included for compatibility in the U.S., e.U., or
Australia. the product comes packed in colorful cartons to spur movement at point-ofsale. And a reduced retail price of $44.95 makes the new model even more affordable for
musicians, band directors, and students.
www.manhasset-specialty.com
NOVEMBER 2016
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Diamond Head Uke
With Figured Woods
witH HAnD-SeLeCteD and figured woods, beautiful inlays, and a rich,
pleasing tone, Diamond Head’s new DU-400C concert-sized ukulele will
thrill any uke customer. noticeably larger than its smaller soprano sibling,
this fine uke features a solid cedar top that beautifully complements its
flamed mahogany body, plus a classy abalone rosette inlay for striking visual appeal to match the instrument’s exquisite tonal richness.
the smooth nickel-silver frets ensure a fast, easy action, and the mahogany neck is slim and easy on the fingers. Both the bridge and fingerboard are of genuine rosewood, and the guitar-style tuning machines
are chrome-plated Grovers for accuracy and stability. A premium-quality padded gig bag is included.
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Titan Series Wireless Mic Case
From Gator
in A new ADDitiOn tO GAtOr CASeS’ popular
titan Series Case Line, the Gm-04-wmiC-wP Case
offers military grade, unstoppable protection, and
security for up to four wireless microphones. the
built-in, shock absorbing foam nest neatly stores
the four wireless mics, plus body packs, headsets,
and additional accessories, while the thick
padding in the lid contributes added protection by
holding all of the equipment in place during transport.
this sleek black case is injection-molded from a high-impact,
crush-proof, lightweight nk-7 resin and features Gator’s UltraGuard technology, making it water-proof, impact-proof and dust-proof. An automatic
pressure-equalizing valve protects the case from creating a vacuum during altitude
changes or atmospheric pressure differences by allowing air to pass through while preventing water from entering, keeping microphones dry and intact.
titan Series cases feature the patented easy-release Powerclaw Latching System to keep
the case sealed and secure during transport or impact. For added security, a pad-lock can
be used with the molded-in lock loops to secure the lid to the base. the soft grip handle
provides a no-slip, comfortable carry option that neatly snaps flat to make storage a
breeze while protecting the integrity of the handle. the integrated lid stay keeps the case
from snapping closed and prevents damage to both the equipment and the user’s fingers.
the titan Series was designed to deliver the absolute best protection and endure the
harshest of conditions with rigorous testing and certifications. Protection is assured
through AtA-300 impact test Certification, iP 67 Dust and immersion Certification, milStD-810F immersion test Certification, and AStm D4169 Certification for falling rain, vibration, and drop testing.
the Gm-04-wmiC-wP wireless microphone Case is perfect for rental companies, production companies, and wireless microphone users serious about protecting their investment.
titan Series Cases are available from authorized Gator Cases dealers. Several models are
also available for guitar, recording, pro audio, drones, general utility, and more.
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