Electro-Harmonix Introduces the MEL9 Tape Replay Machine

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Electro Harmonix Mel9 guitar pedalElectro-Harmonix has been contributing to many of the most famous recordings of the past 40 years. Back in 1968, guitar amps were intentionally engineered to keep players from experimenting with distorted sounds. Electro-Harmonix changed all that. They are the creators of the Big Muff Pi, POG, Memory Man, and other iconic guitar effects pedals.

The Electro-Harmonix new MEL9 Tape Replay Machine emulates vintage Mellotron ® sounds and uses the same groundbreaking technology that powers the award-winning B9 and C9 Organ Machines plus the KEY9 Electric Piano Machine.

Features include:

* Pays homage to nine of the coolest Mellotron ® sounds: Orchestra, Cello, Strings, Flute, Claranet, Saxophone, Brass, Low Choir and High Choir

* Works on guitar without modifications, special pickups or MIDI implementation and track bends, slides, even whammy dive bombs

* Also works with bass guitar down to the open A string as well as keyboards

* Includes independent Effect and Dry volume controls so you can create the perfect mix at the Effects output

* Dry Output jack outputs your input signal at unity gain

* Attack control sets the volume swell speed

* Sustain control adjusts the release time after a sound is stopped

* Comes with a standard EHX 9.6DC200mA PSU

* Dimensions in inches: 4.0 (w) x 4.75 (l) x 2.25 (h)

* Dimensions in mm 102 (w) x 121 (l) x 89 (h)

* Mellotron is a registered trademark of David Kean, M. Resch AB and Markus Resch.

PRS Private Stock Singlecut Archtop is March Guitar of the Month

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PRS Guitars march2016Paul Reed Smith Guitars has brought back its Private Stock Guitar of the Month in 2016 as a way to try out some new ideas for their 20th Anniversary year. The March 2016 Guitar of the Month is the Private Stock Maple Top Singlecut Archtop. It has been released in a limited production of six.

The original Guitars of the Month were cased between December 1994 and March of 1996. They provided Paul Reed Smith Guitars the opportunity to experiment with new ideas. The program led directly to the Private Stock and to the creation of the Private Stock program with the first “official” Private Stock instrument casing on April 19, 1996.

The Private Stock Maple Top Singlecut Archtop is the third instrument in Paul Reed Smith Studios 2016 Guitar of the Month project. The Private Stock Archtop was released in the fall as part of the 2016 model year. It delivers tone, playability, and elegance to pro-level players and collectors alike. The addition of a maple top adds a new aesthetic and tone to the instrument while keeping exceptional resonance and articulation.

Some features include:

* Top Wood – Curly Maple with Integral Bracing

* Back Wood – Curly Maple

* Side Wood – Mahogany

* Scale Length – 25”

* Neck Wood – Curly Maple Neck

* Neck Shape – Pattern Regular

* Fretboard Wood – Ebony with Mother of Pearl Purfling on the Fingerboard

* Headstock Veneer – Ebony Headstock Veneer with “J” Private Stock Eagle and Mother of Pearl Purfling

*Inlays – Solid Mother of Pearl “J” Birds with Paua Heart Center and Green Ripple Abalone and Paua Heart Vine

* Truss Rod Cover – Ebony with Mother of Pearl Purfling

* Hardware – Gold

* Bridge – Private Stock Aluminum Bronze Archtop Bridge with Brass Saddles and Solid Ebony Tailpiece

* Finish – Laguna Smoked Burst High-Gloss Nitro Finish

* Case – Private Stock 20th Anniversary Brown Gator Tolex Hardshell Case

TELEFUNKEN Expands its Stage Series Cable Line

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TELEFUNKEN Stage Series Cables SXSWTELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik has expanded its popular Stage Series line of microphone cables. The new cables were introduced at the SXSW Gear Expo (in the Austin Convention Center).

Three new cable lengths are now available, including 1m, 2m, and 5m cables: SGMC-1, SGMC-2, and SGMC-5. These new cables join the previous three cables from the Stage Series line: SMGC-5R, SGMC-10, and SGMC-10R.

TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik’s Stage Series microphone cable has been specially engineered for use on live sound stages, as well as in recording studios. Featuring cable made from 100% Copper wire, Stage Series cable is ideal for lower profile applications around the drum set and percussion rig, as well as on vocals and instruments.

Features of the SGMC Stage Series Cables include:
* 100% copper conductors for excellent signal transfer

* Copper braid shield for maximum RMI and EMI noise rejection

* Low capacitance for detailed, transparent sound quality

* Silver solder joints for maximum conductivity and strength

* TELEFUNKEN cable tie wrap included

* Right Angle Female XLR conductors (5R and 10R only)

Neumann U 47 Fet is Back!

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Neumann U 47 fetNeumann is the creator of the U 47 fet microphone. It was first manufactured from 1972 to 1986, and has recently returned to production in a new edition. The Neumann U 47 fet won a Technical Achievement award in the category of “Microphones – Recording” at NAMM 2016.

Neumann notes that although we are presently in the age of digitization, we are also experiencing a renaissance of the analog realm. When it comes to music production, the retro sound of the 1960s and 1970s is being rediscovered, especially by young musicians. The U 47 fet was an essential contributor to that time.

Today, considerable efforts have been made to imitate the sound signature of the U 47 fet. It was a top microphone for soloists, affected the spatial dimension of sound and the tonal depth of countless productions. The extremely high sound pressure levels of the U 47 fet, combined with the capsule sound derived from its famous tube-based predecessor, made U 47 highly desirable.

Now, the U 47 fet, made by Neumann, is back! The U 47 fet Collectors Edition is a new edition of the classic version. The new edition was released in 2014 and is an award winner.

The U 47 fet is a condenser microphone with a cardioid directional characteristic and fet 80 circuit technology. That technology is characterized by a wide dynamic range. The K47 double large-diaphragm capsule was already employed in the U 47, the legendary tube-based predecessor of the U 47 fet.

Some features include:

* Acoustical operating principle – pressure gradient transducer

* Directional pattern – cardoid

* Frequency range – 40 Hz … 16 kHz

* Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm – 8 mV/Pa

* Rated impedance – 150 ohms

* Rated load impedance – 1 kohms

* Equivalent noise level, CCIR – 25 dB

* Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR – 69 dB

* Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted – 76 dB

* Power supply (IEC 61938) – P48

* Required connector – XLR 3 F

* Weight – 710 g

* Diameter -63 mm

* Length – 160 mm

SpaceTime Now Available for All Eventide H9 Models

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Eventide SpaceTimeEventide has been developing and manufacturing digital and audio processing products for recording, broadcast, and live performance since 1971. It is the creator of the H9 pedal. The H9 Max won an award for Musical Instrument Amplification & Effects at NAMM 2016.

The Eventide H9 has been described as “one pedal to rule them all”. It is every guitar pedal you need in just one pedal. The H9 Harmonizer is full of Eventide’s iconic reverb, chorus, delay, modification, and pitch-shifting effects. The award-winning design of the H9 Harmonizer features a simple, one-knob user interface which allows easy effect editing and preset selection. Two onboard footswitches let you change presets, tap temp, and bypass with your feet during live performances.

All H9 models have the same hardware. The difference between the models is the number of effect algorithms that come with the device. Choose from the H9, the H9 Core, or the H9 Max. SpaceTime is now available for all H9 models.

SpaceTime is a multi-effect algorithm, featuring modulation, two delays, and reverb in one great sounding, easy to use effect. The Delays are based on Eventide’s Vintage Delay algorithm from the TimeFactor pedal and the Reverb section draws from both the Plate algorithm in the SPACE pedal, as well as Eventide’s UltraReverb plug-in. Unique to SpaceTime is the ability to route Delays and Reverb in series or parallel after Modulation, further adding to it’s versatility and creative applications.

SpaceTime features:

* Twin Delays with controls for level and feedback

* Modulation with controls for amount and rate

* Reverb with controls for decay, level, and color.

It comes with 22 different SpaceTime Presets, with names like “HUBBLE”, “IntaStella”, “EventHorizon”, and “Voyage”. SpaceTime also includes standard H9 features like mix, tap tempo, expression pedal support, and output level control. SpaceTime is now available as a $20 in-app purchase in H9 Control for H9 standard and H9 Core owners, and is free for H9 Max owners.

Satori High-End Monitoring Controller Delivers an Epiphany

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satoriAntelope Audio has introduced Satori, a high-end, next generation, monitoring controller. It combines true analog monitoring and summing capabilities. The Satori monitoring controller was the Technical Achievement winner for Amplification Hardware – Studio & Sound Reinforcement at NAMM 2016.

The word “satori” is a Japanese Buddhist term that refers to enlightenment. Satori is designed to deliver an “epiphany” experience to the sound engineer. Antelope’s renowned relay-controlled stepped attenuator, the extremely versatile connectivity options, and the great selection of stereo effects such as mid-side monitoring, place the Satori among the most advanced monitoring controllers in the world, equally suited to both commercial and project studios.

Satori expands upon the acclaimed design architecture of the Eclipse 384 – Antelope’s award-winning mastering AD/DA and monitoring controller. Carefully designed analog circuits and fast, transparent relay attenuators ensure the audio integrity throughout the whole signal path. The 0.05 dB platinum relays provide supremely accurate volume control and L/R balance, even at the lowest levels.

Features include:

* A complete palette of inputs and outputs

* Precise stepped relay volume control

* Four independent headphone outputs with dedicated volume controls

* Analog Summing allowing easy mixing

* Extremely flexible routing

* Analog sound with digital control

* A user friendly desktop application available for both Windows and OS X

Monument Stores and Organizes Your Photos

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MonumentMonument is the world’s smartest photo storage and management device. It was created to make managing photos and videos as easy as taking them. It also provides plenty of space to store photos in, something professional photographers will appreciate. Monument has been fully funded on Kickstarter.

Monument is a personal cloud device for photos and videos. It effortlessly syncs and organizes your content from smartphones and cameras. You won’t have to worry about storing, organizing, and backing up your content.

The Monument app on iOS and Android automatically transfers photos and videos from your phone to Monument. By default, syncing starts upon connecting to your home Wi-Fi network. This is to provide a faster transfer rate and to relieve stress on your smartphone battery. When you are away from home, you can sync your photos and videos by enabling remote syncing in the app settings.

The SD card slot on Monument accepts standard SD cards. It is possible to view your photos and videos on a big screen. Monument offers direct HDMI connections to your TV.

Monument gives you several different ways to view your photos:

* Time Machine – A look back on your memories from years ago.

* Favorites – You can select your favorite photos and choose to view only that selection

* Faces – Quickly view photos of any specific person

* World Map – Monument displays all of your photos on a map. Zoom and pan around to find your most memorable destinations

* Cameras – Have more than one camera? You can choose to see photos that were taken from a specific camera.

Monument uses external USB drives for storage to give you complete flexibility.
1 Disk (1TB) – Stores up to 150,000 photos or 70 hours of video

2 Disks (2x 1TB) – Stores up to 300,000 photos or 140 hours of video

2 Disks (2x 2TB – Stores up to 600,000 photos or 280 hours of video

Those calculations are based on photos taken by an entry level DSLR camera (using JPEG Fine settings) and videos recorded by an iPhone 6 (1080p at 60fps). Actual figures may vary. If you find that you need more space, you can increase Monument’s capacity by adding another drive or replacing one with a larger model. Monument does not require monthly storage fees.

Rane Introduces the MP2014 Two-Channel Rotary Mixer

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Rane mp2014Rane believes that quality is in the details. They are confident that you will derive as much personal satisfaction in using their products as they have from creating it. Rane has introduced a two-channel mixer designed for the most discerning perfectionist DJ.

The MP2014 was built for DJs who love the classic rotary mixer experience yet refuse to compromise cutting edge features. Like its four-channel big brother, this definitive mixing instrument is realized through a combination of powerful and unique features, classic elegance, rugged design, and intuitive simplicity.

The two-channel MP2014 uses the same platform as Rane’s MP2015, which is the worldwide standard for four-channel rotary mixers. It was designed for high-end, hi-res audio systems. Control, sound, reliability, durability, and portability differentiate the MP2014 from all other rotary mixers.

Some features include:
* 2-deck mixing, with additional USB aux / session input

* 2 aux line inputs, with 1 on each channel

* 3 stereo playback and 5 stereo record channels on each USB port

* Mic input has FX loop assign switch

* Internal power supply accommodates line voltages from 100 to 240 VAC and either 60Hz or 50Hz

* Detachable universal IEC-320-C13 power cord

* Dual USB ports for simultaneous connection of two computers

* Control panel app for Mac and Windows

* Each port supports six playback and ten record channels

* Each port can stream 16 channels of low-latency 24-bit audio at 44.1, 48, or 96 kHZ

* The USB ports are 100% class compliant, allowing hook-up to any Mac OS X device without the need for an additional driver

* High performance ASIO drive runs most Windows DAW and DJ software

* MIDI end points are class compliant with both OS X and Windows devices

Yamaha Unveiled MONTAGE at NAMM 2016

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Yamaha logoYamaha, creator of the industry-changing DX and the popular Motif, welcomes you to the new era of synthesizers with the MONTAGE. It sets the next milestone with sophisticated dynamic control, massive sound creation and streamlined workflow all combined in a powerful keyboard designed to inspire your creativity. Yamaha unveiled MONTAGE at NAMM 2016.

Some features include:
* Motion Control Synthesis Engine – Unifies and controls two Sound Engines: AWM2 and FM-X

* AWM2 Sound Engine – 128-Note Stereo polyphony, a waveform of 10 times the capacity of the MOTIF XF, and 1.75 GB of user flash memory with high speed reading/writing

* FM-X Sound Engine – features an 8-operator FM architecture

* Super Knob – Can be used to control multiple parameters simultaneously. It can also be assigned to a second FC7 foot controller.

* Directly compatible with Motive XF Voices

* A huge range of incredible sounds (including a brand new Yamaha CFX Premium Grand Piano)

* Virtual Circuit Modeling (VCM) effects

* Pure Analog Circuit (PCM)

* Connect MONTAGE to your computer with a single USB cable

* The USB connection also features full MIDI support of 16 channels

* MONTAGE supports the sampling rate up to 192 kHz

* Seamless Sound Switching (SSS) – available for Performances that have a maximum of 8 parts

* A/D input – possesses external audio sources with your instrument’s DSP

* Color Touch Screen – allows you to select and change parameters directly

* Eight Rotary Encoders and Faders with Stepladder LED

* Three configurations of keyboard action

* Direct Control Assignment at the touch of a button

* Cubase AI bundle

The Yamaha MONTAGE is expected to be out in May of 2016.

Chairman of Shure Incorporated has Passed Away

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Shure_LogoRose L. Shure Chairman of Shure Incorporated, has passed away. For over 60 years, Mrs. Shure served as an inspiration to Shure Associates and was a role model for Shure’s Core Values and basic principles. Mrs. Shure was 95 years old.

Shure Inc. is a maker of audio electronic products renowned for the quality and durability of its cutting-edge microphones. Their mics have been used in memorable and historic presentations. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. used a Shure mic when he delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech. Shure microphones are on the lectern at presidential addresses.

The U.S. Post Office created its first Elvis Presley stamp, in which Elvis holds a Shure 55SH mic in his hand. Lead singer of The Who, Roger Daltry, has spun a Shure SM58 in the air. Lou Reed was featured in an advertisement for the Shure SM58.