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sabine guitar tuner

sabine guitar tuner Within reviewing a Korg Chromatic Radio receiver (CA-30), I find myself it is very important be aware that, as being a exercise assistance regarding violin, many digital camera tuners tend not to act in response correctly or maybe rapidly plenty of for individuals in order to feel at ease using them. In truth, aggravation using them looks like it’s the commonest reaction when put to use in reviewing presentation while just practising. However, in terms of tuners around the lower end with the cost range proceed, the Korg Chromatic Radio (CA-31) is, comparatively talking, a strong musician which includes a obvious and also understandable interface (seeing that balanced with types by means of Intellii or Sabine, that happen to be largely equivalent throughout different aspects yet tougher make use of).
sabine guitar tuner Naturally, this Korg will not incorporate a metronome, that is a thing of a drawback considering the fact that mingling a radio and also metronome can be a good worth. Can be an electric radio set seriously that much of the move-way up around practical use when compared with a toss-fork? In the event the radio set is it being employed to develop airways unbelievably bit by bit or to on their own music all four guitar strings for the fiddle, then your response is evidently sure. But also for a novice, (primarily a new just one) learning how you can perform with track applying any kind of digital camera chromatic radio will likely cause disappointment.
My proposition? If you are after for any strategy to replicate A440, take into account purchasing a metronome that can duplicate pitch. Or even, resort to an existing design frequency water line or presentation pay, both of which may be obtained for less than $ten. Eventually, establishing the particular hearing works miracles solution to boost intonation about the violin, in addition to increased reliance on searching for radio set can restrict this specific objective.sabine guitar tuner, Guitars.
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Guitar Tuner With Solar Powered Tascam's TC-1S

We hate to point out the obvious, but it's about time you threw procrastination in the nearest dumpster and started thinking about your holiday shopping duties. For the budding guitarist in everyone's life (admit it, there's always one), Tascam has a cutesy new guitar tuner that's both a) affordable and b) Stocking Stuffer-approved at just 3.77- x 0.71- x 1.57-inches. The TC-1S claims to be the world's first solar-powered tuner, complete with a rugged silicon wrap, a USB port for cloudy days and shadowy clubs, a sweet carrying clip, integrated microphone and a quarter-inch input for guitar and bass tuning. It can even be calibrated to an external source, and it'll be available in a half-dozen hues (black, pink, orange, green, blue, white) later this month.
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EVH Drop D Tunner

EVH drop D
If you have a Floyd Rose® bridge and if you have ever tried to go from a standard E tuning to D you already know why the EVH D-TUNA® is one of the greatest guitar contributions from Edward Van Halen next to fret tapping.

Thanks to Eddie's guitar genius, you no longer need to crack out the allen wrenches, adjust the bridge float, or hope that you can stretch the fine tuners down to drop D tuning. The EVH D-Tuna® allows you to switch between drop D and E in an instant.

The D-Tuna® was designed to work with Floyd Rose® bridges including licensed versions where the bridge presses directly on the locking screw. Yes, the D-Tuna® even works on low profile Floyd Rose® Tremolo Bridges. You can also use any string gauge from .009 - .012.

To install the D-tuna® basically you just remove the locking screw from the low E bridge saddle replace it with one of the two D-Tuna® locking screws and springs that are included. (Don't forget to check the intonation when you're done).

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Griffin iKaraoke for your iPod

griffin ikaraoke
verything you love about karaoke -- without the two-drink minimum.

Just plug iKaraoke into your iPod, cue up your favorite tunes and you're on.

iKaraoke's all-in-one microphone/processor isolates the lead vocal track in your favorite music and fades it, giving your voice room to move up front and make that favorite tune yours.

With great talent comes great responsibility; don't keep it hidden. Plug iKaraoke into your home or auto stereo through your stereo's Auxiliary Audio In (sometimes called Line In). Use iKaraoke's mic to start, stop, skip and repeat the music, control volume. It's your tunes as only you can sing them.

The lights go down. The crowd goes wild. You know you're a star. iKaraoke proves it to the world.

griffin ikaraokeFeatures:

* Plug and play -- Connects to any iPod with a dock connector.
* Your biggest hits on your system -- Plug into your home or auto audio using iKaraoke's line out.
* You're in control -- Adjusts backing music volume. Pause, scan forward and back, skip tracks.
* Attention, please -- Mutes music to use iKaraoke as a PA.
* No batteries -- Gets its power from your iPod.
griffin ikaraoke



Source from www.griffintechnology.com
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USB Guitar StealthPlug

usb guitar jack
StealthPlug
Guitar/Bass USB Audio Interface Cable

StealthPlug™ is the first compact 1/4” jack to USB audio interface cable for Guitar and Bass players to plug into the world of software-based amp/effects modeling and recording. It comes bundled with 7 software and content packages: 2 guitar and bass standalone and plug-in solutions, a full recording studio, 2 effects and instrument plug-ins and loads of ready to use sounds and loops. Portable and easy to use, StealthPlug is the perfect solution for recording, practicing, and playing your guitar or bass, anytime or anywhere.

stealth plugA simple, easy to use, 1/4” jack to USB audio interface cable for your Guitar or Bass
StealthPlug is the first audio interface for guitar and bass integrated into a simple, miniaturized, 1/4” jack to USB cable with full input/output processing for your PC or Mac. It’s so easy to use that you will be able to plug into your computer as you would plug into an amplifier. Be ready to rock in seconds and plug into the world of software-based amp/effects modeling and recording.

Includes AmpliTube 2 Live standalone and plug-in plus AmpliTube X-GEAR - The most popular software for Guitar and Bass players
StealthPlug includes the new, easy to use, award winning, AmpliTube 2 Live standalone and plug-in for your favorite recording software. Fully MIDI-controllable with 15 guitar and bass amp combinations of the most sought after gear, 11 effects, mic-modeling with 2 microphones and position controls, built-in tuner and more than 128 customizable user presets. Plus the standalone version also offers the new SpeedTrainer, an integrated audio player with pitch and speed control, for playing with or learning your favorite songs. Now AmpliTube 2 Live includes also AmpliTube X-GEAR, a software shell-host that allows you to open, in stand-alone and plug-in mode, any current “Powered by AmpliTube” product.

The most complete hardware/software bundle solution at an unbeatable price
4 additional software and sounds packages bundled with the StealthPlug make it the most affordable and complete hardware/software solution for playing, practicing and recording on the market. Compose and record with the full audio/MIDI sequencer Tracktion 2.1 by Mackie, fine tune your work with IK’s acclaimed T-RackS 3 EQ (6-band mastering EQ), use the included SampleTank 2 SE sound workstation and its 64 sounds to compose and arrange your MIDI tracks, plus get access to a staggering 500 MB of Sonic Reality loops with guitar, bass and drum loops for you to use within your songs or play along with. Moreover, you will also be eligible for upgrades/crossgrades to the the full versions of the included software and the entire IK range at highly reduced prices, making the StealthPlug the best value for any guitarist or bassist.

Portable, anywhere you want to go
StealthPlug is the perfect companion for mobile guitarists and bass players, taking up just a little more than the space of a cable to bring it with you. Use StealthPlug with your laptop or home computer as the best solution for practicing, playing live, or recording. Capture your best ideas right when they come to you, whenever or wherever you are.

Included software

* AmpliTube 2 Live, standalone and plug-in guitar and bass amp and effects
* AmpliTube X-GEAR a software shell-host that allows you to open, in standalone and plug-in mode, any current “Powered by AmpliTube” product
* Mackie Tracktion 2.1 Audio/MIDI Sequencer
* SampleTank 2 SE, standalone and plug-in virtual instrument with 64 Sounds Included
* T-RackS 3 EQ, standalone and plug-in 6-Band Mastering EQ
* 500 MB of Jam Loops by Sonic Reality of Guitar, Bass and Drum Grooves




Source from ikmultimedia.com/stealthplug/
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NTune On Board Chromatic Electric Guitar Tuner


Professional onboard chromatic tuning at your fingertips.

N-Tune is an exceptionally convenient solution for fast, accurate guitar tuning. Whether you're in the studio, on stage, or just practicing, simply pull your guitar's volume knob and use N-Tune's super-bright display to silently tune up in seconds. Then push it back down to play—with perfect tone, thanks to N-Tune's true-bypass design which removes all tuning circuitry from your guitar's signal path.

N-Tune is available as an aftermarket kit that can be easily installed into almost any electric guitar. All you need is your existing volume knob and some standard soldering tools. Best of all, no permanent modification of your guitar is required.

FAQ


So what exactly is N-Tune?
N-Tune is the world's most convenient solution for fast, accurate onboard guitar tuning. It installs under your electric guitar's existing volume knob, and provides a bright, LED-based tuning ring with true-bypass circuitry for perfect tone. Using N-Tune, you just pull your volume knob to silently tune up in seconds; then push it back down to play. No lost tuners, no extra cables, no loss of tone, and ultra-quick tuning-ups—whether you're practicing, in studio or on stage. Technically, N-Tune consists of a switching potentiometer, a wiring harness, plastic display discs, a circuit board, and a battery holder.

Will N-Tune work in my guitar?
N-Tune is designed to fit in the majority of electric guitars, however some guitar styles or features may prevent or complicate the installation of N-Tune. In deciding whether or not N-Tune is for you, please consider the following:

Active pickup systems: N-Tune is currently not supported on guitars with active systems (passive pickups with an active preamp or true active pickups).

Hollow-bodies: N-Tune is typically installed by removing your guitar's control cavity cover or pick guard to access your guitar's electronics. However, on many hollow (and semi-hollow) bodied guitars there is no easy access to the inside of your guitar, which makes installation difficult. In these cases, N-Tune would be installed by removing the bridge pickup and working through a combination of that space and the lower F-hole. If your local guitar tech is comfortable swapping a pot in your hollow-body, he or she can likely install N-Tune as well.

SGs and other thin-bodied guitars: Depending on the manufacturer (Gibson, Epiphone, etc), the specific model, and the year, many SGs will be too thin to support an N-Tune installation. In particular, the Gibson branded SGs are often too thin, while Epiphone and other similar styled guitars are usually thick enough to support N-Tune. If you have an SG or another thin guitar, you can measure the depth inside of the control cavity of your guitar. N-Tune requires 29mm (nearly 1-3/16") of depth to fit in your guitar properly without interfering with the control cavity cover (or pick guard).

Les Paul and other thick-topped guitars: Some guitars are too thick to support the current version of the N-Tune push/pull volume pot (be it because of an especially thick top or a metal "grounding plate"). The N-Tune pot's threaded bushing length is 13mm (distance from pot body to the bottom of the knurl). Once you add the N-Tune and associated hardware, 6.5mm of bushing remains for fitting through your guitar's top. While N-Tune comes with an extra nut that can be used to set the pot depth in the control cavity (to make sure your volume knob does sit up too high), there isn't anything in the box that will add more length to a pot that is too short. So, if your guitar's top is more than 6.5 mm thick, then you may have a problem with the current kit.

Fender Stratocaster pickup screw: On Fender Stratocaster guitars, N-Tune partially covers the bottom adjustment screw of the bridge pickup. The N-Tune kit ships with a flat-head screw to replace the existing screw. The hole for pickup adjustment screws is already counter-sunk in most pickguards, but if yours isn't, it is possible you will need to countersink that hole to make the screw sit down flat. An implication of this is that in order to adjust the height of your bridge pickup, you might need to remove your volume knob and the N-Tune tuning ring from your volume pot depending on what screwdrivers you have available. This takes just a few minutes though and doesn't require you to uninstall your N-Tune. On nearly every similar guitar from other manufacturers, N-Tune does not cover the pickup adjustment screw.

Fender Telecaster: N-Tune fits (albeit snugly) inside a standard Fender Telecaster. The only caveat is that the tuning ring is slightly wider than the chrome control cavity cover. This does not affect the functionality of your N-Tune in any way, but may be an aesthetic issue for some.


Can N-Tune be used in guitars other than Gibson and Fender?
Of course it can. The main difference between the kits is the potentiometer value (500k vs 250k). Pick the one that is right for your application and install away.

What's the difference between the Fender and Gibson kits of N-Tune?
The Gibson kit contains a 500k potentiometer and black and cream discs to match the plastic on many Gibson style guitars. The Fender kit has a 250k potentiometer and white, black, parchment and cream discs to match the plastic on many Fender style guitars.

How long does it take to install N-tune?
Installation normally only takes 10 to 15 minutes. It does require the use of a soldering iron, so if you've never used a soldering iron, we recommend you take your guitar to your local guitar tech and have him or her perform the installation.

How does the tuner work?
When you pluck a string on your guitar, N-Tune automatically detects the note and the LEDs indicate whether that note is sharp, flat, or in tune. As you adjust the machine heads on the headstock of your guitar, the sharp/flat LEDs flash faster as you get closer to perfect tune. Once the string is in tune, the LED stops blinking and turns solid green.

Does N-Tune support alternate tunings and half step tunings?
N-Tune is a fully chromatic tuner, meaning it allows you to tune any string on your guitar to any note. This is extremely valuable when the songs you're playing require alternate tunings. For example, let's imagine you want to play Soundgarden's "Black Hole Sun" or Foo Fighter's "Everlong," both of which require Drop D (DADGBe) tunings. N-Tune allows you to achieve this tuning easily: Just pull up on the volume knob to turn N-Tune on, adjust the Low E string to a D using the LEDs to guide you, and push the knob back down to start playing. There is nothing to plug-in, un-plug, or calibrate.

Additionally, N-Tune quickly allows you to achieve half-step tunings on any string. Let's say the crowd wants to hear Nirvana's "All Apologies," which requires a Drop D tuning with each string tuned down a half-step (DbAbDbGbBbEb or, as we like to call it, CCA). No problem! N-Tune's tuning ring has an extra amber-colored sharp symbol LED that will light up simultaneously along with any amber note LED as you tune that note sharp. Thus, for example, to tune an F#, you just watch for the amber "F" note LED AND the amber "sharp symbol" LED to both light up. Then, the flashing red sharp & flat LEDs (and ultimately the green LED when you get in tune) guide you in just like they would for any other note. Oh, and remember, N-Tune mutes your guitar while you're tuning, so you can switch to alternate tunings silently on stage between songs.

How do I know the tuner is turned on?
When N-Tune is activated, it lights up to indicate its powered-on status.

What is the range of the N-Tune tuner?
The effective range of the tuner is from 27Hz to 3.52kHz (A0-A7).

How accurate is N-Tune?
It is accurate within +/- 2 cents.

How long does it normally take to tune my guitar?
Less than a minute.

How long do the batteries last?
N-Tune is powered by a standard 9-volt battery. This will power N-Tune for approximately 600 tunings.

What happens to the output signal once you turn on N-Tune?
When engaged, the tuner mutes the output signal.

What happens if I accidentally leave N-Tune turned on?
N-Tune automatically powers down after one minute of inactivity.

N-Tune On Board Chromatic Electric Guitar Tuner Specifications:

* Note Range: 27 Hz to 3520 Hz (notes A0 A7)
* Accuracy: +/- 2 cents
* Input Source: Instrument pickups
* Battery Life: Estimated at over one year's worth of tuning (~600+ tunings). The tuner automatically powers down when not in use to conserve battery life
* Power Requirements: One 9V battery
* Physical Dimensions
* Tuner Disc with LED circuit board:
* Height: 1.35"
* Width: 1.35"
* Depth: 0.12"
* Potentiometer Body:
* Height: 0.98"
* Width: 0.72"
* Depth: 0.94"

N-Tune On Board Chromatic Electric Guitar Tuner Features:

* Fast, accurate guitar tuning
* Silently tune up in seconds (when engaged, the tuner mutes the output signal)
* Easy installation on almost any electric guitar using some standard soldering tools
* No permanent modification of your guitar is required
* Automatically detects the note
* LEDs indicate whether that note is sharp, flat, or in tune
* Allows you to tune any string on your guitar to any note
* Quickly allows half-step tunings on any string
* Lights up to indicate its powered-on status
* The effective range of the tuner is from 27Hz to 3.52kHz (A0-A7)
* It is accurate within +/- 2 cents
* Normally takes less than a minute to tune my guitar
* Powered by a standard 9-volt battery for approximately 600 tunings
* Automatically powers down after one minute of inactivity


Source from accessories.musiciansfriend.com
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Sennheiser HD 800


General Description

More than 60 years of ingenious headphone engineering has been applied into the new HD 800. Incorporating Sennheiser’s most advanced driver technology, these open, circum-aural dynamic stereo headphones redefine what reference-level audio is all about. You will form an altogether new height of sonic perspective as you experience a high-fidelity natural hearing experience. Do take note that presently, no other manufacturer has been able to come up as close as the HD 800 in replicating the basic acoustic conditions of natural hearing.

Matching these headphones' reference-grade audio performance is their striking and visually effective industrial design. Premium parts have gone into their production - the transducer is encased by a precision material made of stainless steel. The ear pads are handcrafted from a high-quality microfiber fabric. This material is extremely comfortable to wear and easy to maintain. The headband and headphone mounting utilises the most advanced development from the aerospace industry. In terms of connectivity, these headphones utilise specially-designed, four-wire, high-performance connections with Teflon insulation.

Truly, the HD 800 are a glorious success and have become a pioneer in headphone development.

HD 800 – Crafted for perfection.

Features

* New reference class in wired headphones
* Open, circum-aural dynamic stereo headphones
* Natural hearing experience - realistic and natural sound field with minimal resonance
* Biggest transducers ever used in headphones up to today - new innovative dynamic transducer design
* Uncovered earcups for acoustic and stylistic reasons
* Handcrafted ear pads, made of high-quality microfiber fabric
* Metal headband with inner damping element
* Specially tuned symmetrical, impedance matching cable with low capacitance
* Special high precision headphone connectors
* 2 year warranty

Technical Data

Frequency response (headphones) 6 – 51,000 Hz (- 3 dB)
Frequency response (headphones) 14 – 44,100 Hz (- 3 dB)
Transducer principle Dynamic, open
Nominal impedance 300 Ω
Sound pressure level (SPL) 102 dB (1kHz/1Vrms)
THD, total harmonic distortion ≤0.02 % (1kHz/1Vrms)
Contact pressure 3.4 N (± 0.3 N) approx.
Ear coupling Circumaural
Weight w/o cable 330 g
Jack plug ¼” (6.3 mm) stereo jack
Cable length 3m


Source from www.sennheiser.com
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Air Guitar Pro


Fancy yourself an aspiring rock star, but have no instrumental talent? That’s okay, thanks to this new gadget from Japan’s TakaraTomy.
The Air Guitar Pro starts out looking like the end of a guitar neck, but that’s where the resemblance ends. The rest of the guitar is nowhere to be found.

You play the Air Guitar by holding your fingers on chord buttons on the fretboard, and then strumming in the air. It works its magic by using infrared sensor in the neck of the guitar to detect your hand motions. While the battery-operated Air Guitar does have a built in speaker, you can also connect it to an external amplifier when you want to crank up the volume.

In addition to jamming out your own chords, the Air Guitar comes preloaded with ten tracks for beginners to play along with. Among the tunes: Are You Gonna Be My Girl (Jet), Walk This Way (Aerosmith), and Smoke on the Water (Deep Purple) among others.

Importer HimeyaShop is taking pre-orders now for $27 USD, and expects to start shipping them out around July 25.



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VOX amPlugs


The headphone guitar amp that lets you enjoy serious guitar sound, fast.
Jamming late at night? Don’t want to wake the neighbors? Maybe you want to work out a lick with your MP3 player without taking the time to set up your amp. You want to play guitar right now. amPlug is the answer. Simply plug this palm-sized headphone guitar amp directly into your guitar, and enjoy serious guitar sound anywhere, anytime.


The amPlug series received wide-ranging acclaim from guitarists around the world for delivering incredible guitar tone in a pocket-sized unit. Now, the existing range is joined by two new units.





"Lead" is based on a US-made high-gain boutique amp, further modified for lead guitar. It also contains a digital delay effect, delivering a huge, spatial sound that could not be previously obtained, and giving you a rich and full-fledged lead sound that you can play anytime and anywhere. For the bassist,



"Bass" is modeled on VOX's classic AC100 bass amp, and expands its potential with a full-range tone that supports today's bass sounds. A compressor/boost effect provides not just compression but also a thick overdrive sound, giving you the perfect tones for performing in any style. Careful attention has been paid to the sound quality, and a high-quality FET buffer circuit has been used to obtain even greater dynamic range.

The oringial models are still available in three different sound styles: VOX AC30, Classic Rock, based on a UK-made amplifier head, and Metal, based on a California-made high-gain amplifier head. Even with its ultra-compact size, amPlug perfectly reproduces the complex and warm distortion that is distinctive of a vacuum tube, as well as the powerful high gain produced by a large amp stack. Using all new analog modeling technology, amPlug delivers full-fledged amp sound.

* Plugs directly into your guitar/ bass —a great-sounding headphone guitar amp that gives you serious sound fast.
* Available in five styles: Lead, Bass, VOX AC30, Classic Rock, and Metal.
* AUX in jack lets you jam along with your CD/MP3 player.
* 100% analog circuit faithfully simulates the response of the original amps.
* "Lead" delivers hi-gain lead guitar sounds, plus a digital delay effect.
* "Bass" features a full-range bass sound with a compressor/boost effect.
* AC30 emulates the AC30 top boost sound of a vintage VOX AC30.
* Classic Rock gives you the great high-gain sound of a UK-made 100W amp.
* Metal delivers the explosive roar of US high-gain metal sound.
* Up to 15 hours of battery life with two Alkaline AAA batteries.
* Quick and easy setup! Just connect amPlug to your guitar and enjoy serious sound.

With its completely analog design, great care was also taken with amPlug's gain circuitry. The "AC30" uses two natural-sounding gain stages to reproduce the distinctive AC30 tone. "Classic Rock" uses four classical gain circuits to deliver that great sound. "Metal" uses two stages of ultra-high gain plus a mid-cut circuit, giving you modern metal high-gain sound anywhere and anytime. Even the circuit response of the original amp is simulated completely. The simulation extends not only to the response of the tone circuits, but also to the way in which the high frequency and gain are affected when you turn down the volume control of the guitar. Every detail has been faithfully reproduced.

amPlug can be used in numerous ways
With up to fifteen hours of battery life, it's easy to take amPlug anywhere. In addition to practicing at home, it's a great way to warm up before a live performance or on the road. And amPlug is not just a convenient way to get great guitar sound. There's also an AUX input jack so you can jam along with your CD/MP3 player.

amPlug is your fastest ticket to great tone – anytime, anywhere!


VOX amPlug Specificaitons

* Power supply: two AAA batteries
* Battery life: with alkaline batteries: approximately 15 hours (with zinc-carbon batteries: approximately 5 hours.)
* Dimensions (W x D x H): 86 x 80 x 31 (mm), 3.39" x 3.15" x 1.22"
* Weight: 40g /1.41oz. (not including batteries).
* Included items: two AAA zinc-carbon batteries


Source from www.voxamps.com
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Homebrew Paul Gilbert Detox EQ Pedal


Mr. Big and X-Racer former member, Paul Gilbert, and Homebrew Electronics have joined forces to release the first signature pedal for Gilbert and the second artist series product for Homebrew. The Homebrew Paul Gilbert Detox EQ Pedal has been build under the personal requirements of Paul Gilbert to get a clean tone with its humbucker pickup guitar at low volumes without killing sound frequencies, and here it is the result in a compact stompbox way.

The Homebrew Paul Gilbert Detox EQ Pedal can clean or boost your tone with any kind of sound and it features true bypass, simple treble, mid, bass and level controls, noise-free operation and is powered by a 9V baterry or a DC adapter. Simple and effective pedal that could be a great addition to our gear.

The pedal is now finished, although Gilbert still uses a prototype, but there have been no news about a release date but we do know that it will come in yellow and signed by Gilbert. Probably the best thing about the Homebrew Paul Gilbert Detox EQ Pedal is that knowing how well it works the price is only $160.

The Detox EQ is a three band EQ built around the ultra quiet and warm Burr Brown IC. All three bands are very musical and useful with no harsh or missing frequencies. Master output Level control allows the user to set the Detox at unity, boost or cut. True bypass, 9 volt battery or DC adapter operation.
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Korg GA 30 Guitar and Bass Tuner


High accuracy and superb functionality have made Korg tuners the worldwide favorite. And now, the new GA-30 joins the best-selling GA series of tuners. With even more features, like a pitch reference tone and quinta-flat tuning, the GA-30 tuner packs basic functionality and convenient tuning functions into ultra-compact bodies.

Features:

* Ultra-compact design.
* High-precision LCD needle-type meter for stable tuning.
* Quinta Flat Tuning mode lets you tune 1--5 semitones flat
* Supports 7-string guitar tunings.
* Sound Out can produce a reference tone from the internal speaker.
* Auto Power Off function conserves battery life.
* Approximately 100 hours of continuous use.

This dedicated guitar/bass tuner lets you select either Guitar mode or Bass mode for truly easy operation with automatically detected pitch. The wide detection range supports 7-string guitar (7B through 1E) in Guitar mode, and 6-string bass (Low-B, Hi-C) in Bass mode. A high-sensitivity mic is built-in, allowing easy and accurate tuning of acoustic guitars.

Although the GA-30 is small, thin, and light, don’t let its pocket-sized body fool you. The GA-30 can accurately tune any guitar or bass. From studio to stage, tuning is easy and convenient. The back of the unit includes a unique arc-shaped "tilt slit" that lets you insert a plastic card for use as a handy stand.

The meter section uses a LCD needle, combining the accuracy of an LCD with the easy visibility of a needle, and providing a stable display. Additional visual feedback is provided by LEDs that indicate pitch deviation.

In addition to visual tuning via meter, the GA-30 can play reference pitches from its internal speaker (Sound Out) for tuning by ear. Each press of the Sound switch will cycle the output sound through 7B->6E->5A->4D->3G->2B->1E in Guitar mode, or LB->4E->3A->2D->1G->HC in Bass mode.

The GA-30’s Quinta Flat Tuning mode supports the lowered tunings used in heavy metal styles to give more weight to the sound. Until now, dedicated guitar tuners have supported a maximum of only four semitones below standard pitch, but the GA-30 gives you five steps of flatted tuning, extending as far as five semitones below standard pitch, and supporting even super-long scale guitars that are five frets longer than conventional guitars.

If you leave the unit powered-on for 20 minutes without performing any operation, the Auto Power Off function will turn the power off automatically, avoiding unnecessary battery consumption.

Low-power consumption design allows an amazing 100 hours (approximate) of continuous battery life (A4 continuous input, Meter mode, zinc-carbon batteries).

* Even if the pitch is within the detection range, detection may not be possible for instrumental sounds that contain a large number of overtones or have a rapid decay.
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Gibson Robot SG Special


The Robot Guitar invasion continues! Gibson’s 12-7-07 launch of the Limited Edition Robot Guitar redefined the power and possibility of a guitar to capture the imagination of players all around the world. Gibson is now proud to answer the demands of thousands who wanted another chance at owning the ground-breaking technology with the introduction of the Robot SG, which combines with classic styling, performance, and power of the legendary SG with the revolutionary Robot Tuning System.

True to the spirit of innovation that inspired Gibson to invent the legendary Tune-o-matic bridge, the powerful humbucker, and the revolutionary Digital Les Paul, Gibson proudly presents the Gibson Robot Guitar—the world's first guitar with robotic technology.


Since the dawn of the instrument, musicians have come to accept the guitar's imperfections and lack of tonal precision as necessary evils. Onstage and off, guitarists have fought to stay in tune. Every music lover and performer has had to suffer through the show—halting, mood-killing atonal droning of a loudly amped guitar being brought into tune. And in the studio, or at home, imprecise intonation throws the guitar in and out of tune, up and down the neck, as the instrument requires tweaking with each season and at times with each string change.

For as long as the guitar has existed, guitar lovers have had two choices—live with a temperamental and out-of-tune instrument or make frequent trips to the shop for setups. Not anymore.

Introducing the Gibson Robot Guitar. All you have to do is play it. $3,599.
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Creative Zen XFi

Creative Zen X-Fi media player will bring home several firsts for Creative’s range of Zen offerings. For starters, the X-Fi is the first Zen player to feature onboard Wi-Fi. This, as rumored earlier, allows not just wireless streaming and downloading of content from the PC, but instant messaging capabilities on Yahoo and MSN as well, with its unique nine-button user interface.

The Zen X-Fi is Creative’s first player to incorporate the company’s patented X-Fi technology. This provides two audio enhancement options for users. The X-Fi Crystalizer restores details lost during music file compression, while the X-Fi Expand adds more range and virtual effect to the audio playback.Like the Creative Zen player introduced last year, the Zen X-Fi comes with a 2.5-inch LCD display, SD/SDHC expansion card slot, FM radio and voice recorder. Additionally, you’ll find an onboard speaker on the X-Fi player.

A number of accessories will be released for the player this month, including a leather case, silicone skin, armband and screen protector sheets. A Creative TravelSound Zen X-Fi Docking Speaker System is also slated for end of September.

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iBangle Puts The iPod On The Wrist

The iPod is already pretty forward looking in terms of design, but designer Gopinath Prasana decided to take things a little bit further with the iBangle concept.This iBangle design concept is a little

bit daring as the design fits right on your wrist instead of clipping to your belt.Don’t let its loose look fool you, the iBangle won’t easily slip off like other “clip-on” MP3 players. Apparently, that tiny blue button that you see in the illustration somehow fills the blue area with air, so it fits snug, but hopefully not too snug.

This MP3 player comes in the form of a - you’ve guessed it, a bangle, and features a multi-touch track pad for you to control your playlist. Guess this is a fancy version of the iPod Shuffle since it lacks the physical real estate for a screen or projector to keep you entertained with movies, so only songs will have to do. Since everyone comes with different wrist sizes, the iBangle boasts a cushion within that inflates so that it is able to fit into just about any wrist snugly.

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