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How To Choose a Focusrite Scarlett 3rd Gen Audio Interface - Features and Specifications
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The Spark MINI features four onboard preset sounds perfect for warming up backstage or playing along to your favorite songs, streaming over Bluetooth or plugged into the Aux In jack in the back.
When you’re ready to explore even more sounds, download the free Spark app on your mobile device and choose from 33 amps and 43 effects to dial in the perfect tone. Log on to Positive Grid’s ToneCloud community and gain access to more than 10,000 additional sounds to choose from.
The cleverly designed Spark app is loaded with great learning and practice tools. For example, Smart Jam serves up AI-generated backing tracks of drums and bass based on your own unique playing. If you’re looking to settle into a groove, check out Quick Jam, which offers a wide range of genre-based backing tracks to keep your chops up.
Playing by Michael Eisenstein.
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Vocaster One and Vocaster Two were designed to meet the needs of different types of podcasting and content creation. Vocaster One is designed with solo creators in mind, with one microphone input and the option to bring in a guest or co-host over the phone, which you can connect via the dedicated TRSS input jack. For creators looking to record in-person conversations and interviews, they’ll want to check out Vocaster Two. In addition to TRSS input and Bluetooth connectivity, Vocaster Two offers two mic inputs, for on-the-spot collaboration.
Outside of those key differences in I/O, both Vocaster models otherwise share the same core functionality. Their designs are completely streamlined for intuitive operation. In addition to large knobs for setting your recording and monitoring levels, each unit features dedicated Mute, Enhance and Auto-Gain buttons. Both interfaces also offer camera outputs, for sending your stereo mix straight to your camera as well as stereo loopback functionality (via the bundled Vocaster Hub software), so you can bring in computer audio from a DAW, a web browser or a Zoom call!
Vocaster is available in four unique configurations: Vocaster One and Vocaster Two, as well as Vocaster One Studio Bundle and Vocaster Two Studio Bundle.
00:00 - Vocaster Introduction with Focusrite Product Specialist Shanda Nunez
00:20 - Using the Mute Button
00:29 - Using the Enhance Button
1:16 - Using the Auto-Gain Button
1:34 - A Deep Dive on Vocaster Connectivity & Bluetooth
2:19 - Using Stereo Loopback on Vocaster
2:31 - What Software is Bundled With Vocaster?
2:44 - How to Choose the Best Vocaster for Your Needs
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The latest Thump loudspeakers deliver 1,400 watts of Class-D power, making them the loudest Thump models yet. The new amp, compression driver and waveguide result in improved low frequency extension and overall clarity while the switchable feedback elimination and music ducking help keep your set running smoothly. Carefully designed with portability in mind, each new Thump loudspeaker is built with a light weight polypropylene body while the ergonomic handles on the 115S and 118S subwoofers make transport easier than ever.
If you’re looking for even more features, look no further than ThumpXT. Four different voicing modes (Music, Live, Club, Monitor) offer even more control of your sound, while a switchable “Outdoor Mode” re-voices the speakers to offer you the same performance inside or out. Bluetooth connectivity offers a range of new features, including wireless music streaming and further customization and tone tweaking via the Thump Connect 2 App.
Mackie senior product specialist Brad Gagné gives us an in-depth analysis of all the new and exciting features of Thump at Artform Studios in Los Angeles’ Highland Park neighborhood.
The featured artist in this video is DJ and producer Val Fleury, with her track, “La Ciudad." Known for future-forward sounds with accents from around the world, Val’s stand-out DJ sets artfully fuse the classic and the underground, bringing together an intersection of music from house to techno.
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Choose from 11 unique modes and select from different combinations of the three virtual tape heads, with or without spring reverb. Dial in just the right amount of Wow & Flutter to add a touch of modulation or crank up the Intensity knob to push the RE-2 into self-oscillation. And just like the original RE-201 Space Echo, adjusting the Repeat Rate control will introduce gradual pitch changes.
Full stereo I/O, tap tempo and carryover functions make the RE-2 Space Echo the perfect addition to your pedal board.
Playing by Michael Eisenstein
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In addition, the RE-202's three footswitches put expressive control at your feet, so you can tap tempo, Warp & Twist classic tape delay sounds like never before, without pausing your playing.
No matter how simple or complex your setup is, the RE-202 can easily fit right in. In addition to four onboard memories to store your sounds, it accepts external MIDI control of multiple parameters simultaneously and expression pedal control.
Playing by Michael Eisenstein
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The beauty of the Martin 00-28 Modern Deluxe acoustic guitar is undeniable. Its European flame maple binding and bold herringbone purfling perfectly frame the top while its striking West African Ebony fingerboard is accented with abalone diamonds and square inlays. Gold open-gear tuners and '30s-style headstock logo top off the guitar in classic Martin fashion.
Playing by Michael Eisenstein
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Contoured to fit the player, its S-shaped offset design is exceptionally comfortable to play for extended periods, whether seated or standing, and its Low Profile Velocity neck is ergonomically shaped to match natural hand movement up and down the instrument.
Its Sitka spruce top and koa fine veneer back and sides produce a warm, balanced tone amplified beautifully by Fishman MX-T electronics.
Playing by Michael Eisenstein
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The NS4FX’s impressive array of essential features give you everything you need to mix like a pro: 16 performance pads, long pitch faders and dedicated pitch bend buttons for precise control over your tempo and 3-band EQ, filter knobs and volume faders on each channel.
The Numark NS4FX’s durable, lightweight frame is built for the rigors of the road and its balanced XLR main outputs deliver pristine 24-bit professional audio so your audience won’t miss a beat. The NS4FX controller includes Serato DJ Lite to get you started mixing right away.
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Driving a new custom speaker design with substantially high headroom, Channel 1's balanced sound is a perfect plug-and-play partner for your pedalboard and Channel 2 serves up bold-bodied cleans and harmonically-rich overdrives with a twist of the Voicing control.
Playing by Michael Eisenstein.
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The 40th Anniversary Gold Edition Stratocaster is available in Lake Placid Blue (seen here), Sienna Sunburst and Ruby Red Metallic.
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Catalyst's onboard effects include six types each of reverb, delay, modulation, and pitch effects. Any two amp types and their settings can be saved as A and B presets and switched between using the Catalyst's A/B switch. The power attenuator on the back of the Catalyst allows you to switch to full power, half power, 0.5 watts or mute. The Line 6 Catalyst makes it even easier to edit amp designs, effects and parameters with the Catalyst Edit App, and direct XLR output and USB audio interface make it extremely studio-friendly.
The Line 6 Catalyst is available in 60, 100, and 200 watt models.
Learn more about the Line 6 Catalyst Combo Amplifiers:
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Artist and producer Ali Stone shows off the sounds and features of the new FANTOM-0 including SuperNATURAL pianos, Virtual ToneWheel Organ, Vocoder, Clip-Sequencing, and more.
Learn more about the FANTOM-O series in our interview with Roland's product research and development specialist, Scott Tibbs musiciansfriend.com/thehub/roland-fantom-0-synthesizer-workstation
The Roland FANTOM-O synthesizer workstation is available in 3 different sizes. Order yours today!
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At its core, the Contemporary Jaguar is all about sonic versatility and modern stability. The iconic offset’s traditional single-coil pickups and “rhythm circuit” have been replaced with a pair of aggressive Squier SQR Atomic humbuckers with advanced electronics. The customary two-way sliders found on the upper control plate now provide quick access to coil-tap and series/parallel switching, offering a full spectrum of tones at the flick of a switch.
The Contemporary Jaguar’s roasted maple neck is less susceptible to the changes in temperature and humidity on the road, and paired with a fully-adjustable bridge with stop tailpiece, its rigidity ensures that you’ll stay in tune with consistent string feel throughout your entire set. The comfortable “C”-shaped neck also features a sculpted heel and a fast Indian Laurel fingerboard with 12” radius.
The Squier Contemporary Jaguar HH ST is available in Shoreline Gold (seen here) and Sky Burst Metallic.
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Origin50C is built around a tried and true Marshall formula: three 12AX7s in the preamp stage and two EL34s in the power stage, for 50 watts of pure tone. Paired with a 12" Celestion G12N-60 Midnight speaker, Origin50C goes from clean to crunch with ease. When you're ready for your solo, you can activate the built-in gain boost via the footswitch or the amp's control panel.
Taking cues from Marshall's beloved 4-input Plexi models, the Origin's Tilt control emulates the common practice of channel "jumping", which allowed players to blend the Bright and Normal channels for a more balanced overall tone. Just turn the Tilt knob to find the perfect blend of bite and body.
While Marshall's reputation for stadium-sized tone often comes along with stadium-sized volume, Origin's Powerstem feature allows you to run the amp at 50W, 10W, or 5W. Coupled with its fantastic Master Volume circuit, you can truly tailor your output to your environment.
In addition to a switchable built-in boost, Origin50C has a Series FX loop so you can take full control of your signal chain.
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Additional gear in this video:
Fender Noventa Jazzmaster
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Squier Contemporary Jaguar HH ST
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BOSS DM-2w
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Shure SM57
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AKG C414 XLII
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Three decades after being discontinued, BOSS released the Waza Craft DC-2W Dimension C in 2018. This all-analog, Made in Japan pedal combines the original DC-2 and SDD-320 into one versatile stompbox. Built from the original circuit designs and updated with modern refinements, the DC-2W is the only pedal available that delivers the classic Dimension experience with complete sonic authenticity.
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Like the CE-2, the BBD-based CE-2W features an all-analog design that yields the lush, spacious chorus sounds you've heard guitarists use on countless classic recordings. And while the original run was limited to mono-only sound, the CE-2W offers true stereo performance.
As is customary with the Waza Craft family of guitar pedals, BOSS has added significant tonal versatility into the CE-2W with the inclusion of the CE-2's predecessor, 1976's groundbreaking CE-1 Chorus Ensemble, now available to you with the flip of a switch. Toggle between the CE-2's perennial sparkle or the CE-1's iconic vibrato and stereo chorus sounds (now with added Depth control). Plus, the upgraded buffer circuit will improve the sound of your entire signal path, even when it's not engaged. Get your warble on and add some sheen and shimmer to your rig today!
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Harkening back to the initial run of '60s-era models, the USA Casino features vintage-style tuners, orange drop capacitors, hand-wired electronics and a nitrocellulose lacquer finish. Whether you're chasing the classic sounds of the British Invasion or trying to capture the modern blues tones of Austin's finest, the Casino has a place in any guitar player's collection.
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Demoed in this video, the AC30C2 features a pair of Celestion Greenback speakers which are known for their classic "mid-forward" response. If you're looking for a bit more high-end bite or chime in your sound, check out the AC30C2X which is outfitted with Celestion's famed Alnico Blues, the speaker complement most associated with the AC30s of the '60s.
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The Jazzmaster's three pickup system, which features the new Tim Shaw-designed Acoustasonic ShawBucker, offers five distinct voice pairs, selectable from the pickup switch and blendable via the Mod Knob.
Position 1
0:29 1A Fender Electric Fat/Semi-Clean (Direct)
0:47 1B Fender Overdriven Electric (Direct)
1:10 1A/1B Blend
1:37 1A Fender Electric Fat/Semi-Clean w/ ’68 Pro Reverb
1:52 1B Fender Overdriven Electric w/ ’68 Pro Reverb
Position 2
2:17 2A Lo-Fi Piezo
2:49 2B Lo-Fi Piezo Crunch
3:08 2A/2B Blend
Position 3
3:32 3A Rosewood Auditorium
3:59 3B Body Sensor Pick
4:26 3A/3B Blend
Position 4
4:49 4A Mahogany Jumbo
5:10 4B All-Mahogany Small Body
5:40 4A/4B Blend
Position 5
6:11 5A Rosewood Dreadnought
6:37 5B Mahogany Slope Shoulder
7:05 5A/5B Blend
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Playing by Michael Eisenstein
UAFX Golden Reverberator
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UAFX Astra Modulation Machine
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UAFX Starlight Echo Station
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Universal Audio, revered for its industry-leading analog and digital studio gear, brings classic reverb, delay, and modulation to effects pedals. Each premium stompbox features three unique studio-quality effects (with the ability to download updates via USB), stereo/dual mono connections, and exceptional build quality. The Golden Reverberator reverb pedal comes with pristine spring, plate and hall reverbs; the Astra Modulation Machine brings chorus, flanger, and tremolo; and the Starlight Echo Station is filled with inspiring tape, analog and precision delays. Here, guitarist Meg Duffy demos this new line of UA effects pedals.
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To learn more, check out our exclusive interview with Tore Mogensen, Senior Product Manager at UA:
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Maple:
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The all-new Fender American Professional II Precision Bass draws from more than sixty years of innovation and evolution to meet the demands of today's working bassist.
Its classic ’63 P Bass profile neck is updated with rolled fingerboard edges, a "Super-Natural" satin finish and a newly sculpted heel joint for supremely comfortable play throughout the neck with effortless access to the upper register.
The updated V-Mod II Split-Coil Precision Bass pickups offer improved punch and articulation while retaining the thump P Basses are known for.
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To learn more, check out our exclusive interview with Max Gutnik, Fender’s Vice President of Electric Guitars, Basses and Amplifiers:
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Playing by Maddie Jay.
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Roasted Pine Maple:
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The all-new Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass features a range of upgrades aimed at setting a new standard for professional bassists.
The updated neck design sport’s Fender’s popular Slim “C” shape and adds rolled fingerboard edges, a "Super-Natural" satin finish and newly sculpted heel joint,
The updated V-Mod II Jazz Bass pickups offer a refined high-end clarity while retaining the fundamental low-end Jazz Basses are famous for.
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To learn more, check out our exclusive interview with Max Gutnik, Fender’s Vice President of Electric Guitars, Basses and Amplifiers:
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Playing by Maddie Jay.
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Maple:
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Rosewood:
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Roasted Pine Maple:
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Roasted Pine Rosewood:
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The all-new Fender American Professional II Stratocaster features a host of refinements geared towards improved playability and better sound.
Built with their popular Deep "C" neck shape, Fender added smooth rolled fingerboard edges for more comfortable chording and a fast "Super-Natural" satin finish for easier movement with less friction. A newly sculpted neck heel offers comfortable, easy access to the upper register.
The updated V-Mod II Single-Coil Strat pickups offer improved articulation and dynamics, and the new Push-Push tone control lets you add the neck pickup in with the bridge and middle, adding warmth to typically brighter settings and even allowing for all three pickups to be on at once.
The American Professional II Strat’s upgraded 2-point tremolo is built with a cold-rolled steel block for increased sustain, clarity and high-end sparkle.
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To learn more, check out our exclusive interview with Max Gutnik, Fender’s Vice President of Electric Guitars, Basses and Amplifiers:
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Playing by Michael Eisenstein.
Maple:
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Rosewood:
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Roasted Pine Body:
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The all-new Fender American Professional II Stratocaster HSS features broad-ranging improvements geared towards the demands of working players.
Its updated neck design adds rolled fingerboard edges and a "Super-Natural" satin finish to their popular Deep “C” shape, offering a comfortable feel throughout and reducing friction when moving up and down the neck.
The updated V-Mod II Single-Coil and Double Tap Humbucker pickups offer improved cut and punch, while the new Push-Push tone control lets you "tap" the humbucker for calibrated single-coil sounds.
The American Professional II Strat’ HSS's upgraded 2-point tremolo is built with a cold-rolled steel block for increased sustain, clarity and high-end sparkle.
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To learn more, check out our exclusive interview with Max Gutnik, Fender’s Vice President of Electric Guitars, Basses and Amplifiers:
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Playing by Michael Eisenstein.
Rosewood:
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Maple:
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The all-new Fender American Professional II Telecaster features a number of refinements geared towards improved playability and better sound.
Starting with the neck, Fender took their popular Deep "C" design and added smooth rolled fingerboard edges for easier chording and a fast "Super-Natural" satin finish, for comfortable movement with less friction.
The updated V-Mod II Single-Coil Tele pickups offer improved articulation and dynamics, while the new Push-Push electronics allow for quick switching between "Series" and "Parallel" pickup wiring. This player-friendly feature provides a nice boost in signal with a simple push of the Tone knob.
The American Professional II Tele features a new bridge design that offers both top-loading and string-through. You can choose to string from the ashtray or the body, with a different approach from one string to the next, resulting in truly personalized feel and tone.
Shop our complete collection of Fender American Professional II guitars and basses at:
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To learn more, check out our exclusive interview with Max Gutnik, Fender’s Vice President of Electric Guitars, Basses and Amplifiers:
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Playing by Michael Eisenstein.
Inspired to improve upon the best-selling GS Mini, the GT Urban Ash is a brand new guitar design from Andy Powers, fundamentally re-thought from the ground up. Featuring fresh new body and neck dimensions, new C-Class bracing, and all solid-wood construction, GT Urban Ash offers all the playing comfort of a small-bodied guitar with full, large-bodied sound.
GT Urban Ash pairs a solid spruce top with Shamel ash back and sides. Sourced from municipalities of Southern California, the Shamel Ash recalls the tonal properties of Honduran mahogany, delivering a rich and warm sound. The fretboard introduces eucalyptus, a new sustainably sourced tonewood that offers similar feel and performance to ebony.
Inspired by their revolutionary V-Class bracing, the new C-Class bracing featured a cantilevered design that delivers plenty of structural stability and solid intonation while offering the volume and sustain and intonation of a much larger instrument.
Note: Pre-Production instruments shown in video.
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The Taylor GT Urban Ash is available in two models:
Taylor GT Urban Ash Grand Theater Acoustic Guitar Natural
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Taylor's American Dream series distills the qualities that make a great acoustic guitar into an instrument that comes in at an affordable price.
Built in their El Cajon, CA factory and named after the shop that birthed Taylor Guitars in 1974, the new American Dream guitars use innovative V-Class bracing to deliver projection and sustain from their Grand Pacific body shape.
The Taylor AD17e features a spruce top with ovangkol back and sides for a crisp and articulate sound that plays well across a variety of different genres. The satin-finished mahogany neck is built to Taylor's standard neck profile, renowned for its long-playing comfort, while their ES2 electronics ensure you'll great sound, whether you're plugged-in or playing entirely acoustic.
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Taylor's American Dream series distills the qualities that make a great acoustic guitar into an instrument that comes in at an affordable price.
Made in their El Cajon, CA factory and named after the shop that birthed Taylor Guitars in 1974, these American Dream guitars use innovative V-Class bracing to deliver projection and sustain from their Grand Pacific body shape.
The Taylor AD27e features a mahogany top with sapele back and sides for a warm mid-range and subtle high-end sparkle. The satin neck is built to Taylor's standard neck profile, renowned for its long-playing comfort, and ES2 electronics ensure a great sound, whether plugged-in or entirely acoustic.
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Inspired by early '60s models, the all-mahogany Gibson SG Special is loaded with a pair of single-coil P90 pickups, compensated wraparound bridge and handwired controls with orange drop capacitors.
The SG Special has a fast SlimTaper mahogany neck, bound 12" radius rosewood fingerboard and 22 Medium Jumbo frets. Moving up the neck, the Special is rounded out with a GraphTech nut and Vintage Deluxe tuners.
The Gibson SG Special is available in two finishes: Faded Pelham Blue and Sparkling Burgundy.
Playing by Michael Eisenstein.
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Originally introduced in 1958 with the equally futuristic (at the time) Flying V, the offset Gibson Explorer casts a striking shadow. The all-mahogany Explorer features specially calibrated Burstbucker 2 (neck) and Burstbucker 3 (bridge) pickups. These pickups offer classic PAF-inspired tone, with just a bit more edge to them, making the Explorer the perfect guitar for heavier rock sounds.
The Gibson Explorer has a set SlimTaper mahogany neck, with comfortable 12" radius, rosewood fingerboard with 22 Medium Jumbo frets and acrylic trapezoid inlays. The Explorer features a Graph Tech nut and Grover Mini Rotomatic tuners.
The gloss nitrocellulose-finished Explorer is available in Antique Natural.
Playing by Michael Eisenstein.
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Gibson's SG Standard is built to embody the classic looks and features of late '60s models. Loaded with Alnico II 490R and 490T pickups, the solid mahogany body and neck deliver classic Gibson tone with plenty of sustain.
Joined at the 19th fret, the SG Standard features a rounded mahogany neck, 12" radius bound rosewood fingerboard and 22 Medium Jumbo frets. Moving up the neck we find a GraphTech nut and Grover Rotomatic tuners.
The Gibson SG Standard is available in two finishes: Ebony and Heritage Cherry.
Playing by Michael Eisenstein.
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Loaded with open-coil 490R and 490T Alnico II pickups, Gibson's SG Tribute pairs a traditional mahogany SG body with a lively maple neck. Combined with a thin satin nitrocellulose finish that lets the guitar "breathe", you get a bright, sweet tone that's chock full of sustain.
The Tribute's fast maple neck has a comfortable rounded profile, 12" radius rosewood fingerboard and 22 Medium Jumbo frets. With a GraphTech nut and Vintage Deluxe tuners, the SG Tribute plays as good as it looks.
The Gibson SG Tribute is available in two finishes: Natural Walnut and Vintage Cherry Satin.
Playing by Michael Eisenstein.
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Originally released in 1963, the Gibson Firebird features a striking reverse headstock and reverse body design. The current incarnation of the Firebird has a traditional 9-ply mahogany/walnut neck through body construction and redesigned, high output Alnico V Firebird pickups. The resulting tone is rich, and warm, with plenty of sustain.
The Gibson Firebird has a fast, SlimTaper neck, with 12" radius, bound rosewood fingerboard with 22 Medium Jumbo frets and acrylic trapezoid inlays.
The gloss nitrocellulose-finished Firebird is available in Tobacco Burst.
Playing by Michael Eisenstein.
Constructed with a weight-relieved mahogany body and maple top, the gloss nitrocellulose-finished Les Paul Classic features Burstbucker 61R and 61T pickups, delivering iconic Gibson tone. With four push-pull pots, the versatile LP Classic offers coil-tapping, phase switching and true bypass.
With a mahogany SlimTaper neck, 12" radius, bound rosewood fingerboard with 22 Medium Jumbo frets and acrylic trapezoid inlays, this Les Paul is a joy to play.
The Gibson Les Paul Classic is available in four finishes: Honey Burst, Transparent Cherry, Ebony and Heritage Cherry Sunburst.
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The Gibson Les Paul Studio model has an ultra modern weight-relieved mahogany body, satin-finished maple top, Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge and high-output Gibson 490R and 498T humbucker pickups. Two push-pull volume pots provide coil-tapping options for further tonal variety. The mahogany SlimTaper neck features a 12" radius, rosewood fingerboard with 22 Medium Jumbo frets and acrylic trapezoid inlays.
The Gibson Les Paul Studio is available in four finishes: Smokehouse Burst, Wine Red, Ebony and Tangerine Burst.
Playing by Michael Eisenstein.
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The Walrus Audio Kangra Filter Fuzz pedal is a two-in-one fuzz and filter pedal designed by Walrus Audio and SNL guitarist Jared Scharff.
The Kangra traces its origins back to Jared's love of the aggressive, raw sound of a vintage Kay Fuzz Tone. Reaching out to his friends at Walrus Audio, they got to work on a modern re-imagining, combining two different octave fuzz voicings with a resonant filter.
This extremely versatile pedal allows you to use either side of the pedal independently, or run in series, with the fuzz feeding into the filter. When using the fuzz, you can switch between a sputtery Vintage voicing and a slightly more forgiving Modern voicing with increased sustain.
When using the filter, you can use the two dedicated knobs to set your Cutoff Frequency and Resonance levels. Flip the Envelope switch, dig in and play with the highly responsive Envelope Filter engaged. Looking for more real-time control of your sound? Connect an expression pedal.
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The Akai Professional MPC One is a standalone music production center with power that belies its compact form-factor, no computer required.
Multi-core processing inherited from the MPC Live and MPC X drives your productions as the 7-inch high-resolution multi-touch display and 16 velocity-sensitive RGB Pads give you access to the MPC 2 Software and library of sounds. The MPC One comes with 2GB RAM, and 4GB of on-board storage, as well as an SD card slot and two USB-A 3.0 slots for thumb drives or MIDI Controllers. Extensive I/O options include stereo line-level inputs and CV/gate outputs. The MPC One also works as a controller for your favorite music software.
Inspiring and versatile, the Akai Pro MPC One will keep the beat going on stage, in the studio, and anywhere you create music.
Songs written and performed by Lisa Vazquez. You can keep up with her at instagram.com/lisavazquezmusic and facebook.com/lisavazquezmusic/.
The Breedlove Organic Collection Signature Concert Cutaway CE is crafted from sustainably-sourced African mahogany back & sides and a torrefied European spruce top. Optimized for full-bodied sound and comfort, the Soft C neck shape and cutaway frame project a warm, round tone that can be amplified with the built-in Breedlove Natural Sound electronics. Played here in a glossy Copper Burst finish, the Signature Concert Cutaway CE gives eco-conscious players an environmentally-friendly new option.
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Singer-songwriter Jake Troth performs his song "All Over The World" on the Breedlove Organic Collection Signature Companion.
Breedlove's Organic Collection Signature Companion is a travel-sized guitar crafted entirely from solid, sustainably sourced woods. Featuring a torrefied European spruce top and African mahogany back and sides, it is optimized for projection and the Natural Sound pickup electronics amplify its sound even further. Shown here in a Copper Burst finish, the Signature Companion is perfect for acoustic players of any type looking for a small, sustainable guitar.
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Singer-songwriter Jake Troth performs his song "Sunday Smile" on the Organic Collection Performer Concert Cutaway.
The Breedlove Organic Collection Performer Concert Cutaway CE is crafted from sustainably-sourced solid African mahogany with a torrefied European spruce top. The Performer Concert's cutaway body style and Soft C neck shape project a large, warm tone — and the Breedlove Natural Sound electronics carry that tone even further. Played here in a Bourbon Burst finish, the Organic Collection combines ethical sourcing with thoughtful design in this new line of environmentally-friendly guitars.
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The Roland MC-101 GROOVEBOX combines the upgraded technology of the MC-707 into a pocket-sized production studio, sharing many of the same capabilities as its sibling. Produce on-the-go with up to five hours of battery power, allowing access to the same sounds, drum patterns and musical phrases that make the GROOVEBOX line such a popular choice.
With a 4-track sequencer and 16 ultra-sensitive pads, you're free to import your own audio recordings and MIDI sequences, as well as expand on the classic sounds and samples made famous by the TR-808, JUNO-106 and other Roland favorites. The extensive I/O options and advanced USB audio interface make this an ultra-compatibile addition to your workflow.
Here, DJ/producer BASECK sits down with the MC-101 GROOVEBOX to showcase some of its key features, as well as highlight how Roland machines have influenced him as an artist.
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The Roland MC-707 GROOVEBOX is a powerful standalone production unit that continues the legacy of its 1996 predecessor, the MC-303. Filled with new and classic sounds, beats and phrases, the MC-707 is one of Roland's most intuitive compact workspaces to date.
With an 8-track sequencer, 16 ultra-sensitive pads, and expanded functionality, you're now able to sequence and store knob movements, note data and more. The extensive I/O options and advanced USB audio interface make this an ultra-compatible addition to your workflow — with or without a computer.
Here, DJ/producer BASECK sits down with the MC-707 GROOVEBOX to showcase some of its key features, as well as highlight how Roland machines have influenced him as an artist.
Keep up with BASECK at http://baseck.bandcamp.com.
Singer-songwriter Jake Troth demos the Organic Collection Signature Companion.
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Singer-songwriter Jake Troth demos the Organic Collection Performer Concert Cutaway.
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