SPOTLIGHT: V-Accordions By Roland

Roland's musical instruments can be seen stirring up excitement no matter what music is played - whether it be jazz, rock, dance, whatever. Their reliable performance and leading-edge sounds are appreciated by pros and aspiring new talent alike.

History

In 2004, after several years of research, a dream of Roland founder Mr. Ikutaro Kakehashi came true: the V-Accordion was born. This instrument was the world’s first fully digital accordion, powered by the groundbreaking new Physical Behavior Modeling technology.

Bringing together the playability of a fine acoustic accordion with all the conveniences of a modern digital instrument, the V-Accordion was immediately embraced by players around the world. Today, the V-Accordion lineup has grown to include a wide range of models, from student instruments to full-featured professional accordions.

V-Accordions are manufactured in Italy by Roland Europe, in Acquaviva Picena in the Marche region. This factory is part of the Roland Corporation group, whose headquarters are located in Japan. The production of V-Accordions is a long, accurate, and precisely arranged working process resulting from a strong passion to create appealing, high-quality products.

Technology

Physical Behavior Modeling

At the heart of the V-Accordion is Roland’s proprietary Physical Behavior Modeling (PBM) digital sound engine. PBM uses complex algorithms to accurately recreate an acoustic accordion’s sound characteristics. The result is a faithful emulation of the actual physical behavior and expressive nuances of a fine acoustic instrument.

Bellows Movement Modeling

PVA (Pressure Variant Amplifier)

This function controls the dynamics of each simulated reed sound as you play, based on input from the high-resolution bellows pressure sensor. Starting and stopping, hysteresis threshold, inertia, expression curve, and volume are all individually programmed to reproduce a true free-reed sound.

PVF (Pressure Variant Filter)

The tone color of each reed sound is also shaped in real time by a dedicated digital signal processor (DSP), which accurately responds to each expressive playing nuance applied by the bellows.

PVP (Pressure Variant Pitch)

The pitch of each simulated reed is varied individually. As the bellows is pushed or pulled more forcefully, the sound becomes fatter and richer. This accurately replicates the response of individual reeds in an acoustic accordion, which exhibit a natural tendency to go out of tune when more bellows pressure is applied.

Musette Tuning

Based on extensive research of the different tuning types used throughout the world, the V-Accordion’s note-by-note micro-tuning feature allows a V-Accordion to authentically reproduce many different accordion types for various genres of music.

Piano-Type

The Roland V-Accordion series of piano-type instruments comprises three models and three color variations: the FR-7x (black, red, or white); FR-3x (black or white); and FR-1x (black or red). The white versions of the FR-7x and FR-3x also feature decorated handmade bellows and attractive accessories made from real leather and Alcantara®.

Alcantara® is a registered trademark of Alcantara SpA, Italy.

The flagship FR-7x provides 41 velocity-sensitive piano-type keys with aftertouch, 120 bass buttons, 80 accordion sets, and a Master bar. The lightweight and portable FR-3x is fitted with 37 velocity-sensitive keys and 120 bass buttons.

Compact and flexible, the FR-1x is ideal for young students and stage performers. Equipped with the latest V-Accordion technology, the FR-1x sets a new standard in learning and live performance with its excellent sound quality, small size, and attractive price.

The V-Accordion offers selectable Bass & Chord modes (seven modes: two Bass Rows, three Bass Rows A7th, three Bass Rows A5dim, three Bass Rows B7th, three Bass Rows B5dim, three Bs Rows Bx 7th, three Bass Rows Belgium) and Free Bass modes (five modes: Minor 3rd, Bajan, Fifth, N.Europe, Finnish).

Button-Type

The Roland V-Accordion series of button-type instruments comprises three models and three color variations: the FR-7xb (black, red, or white); FR-3xb (black or white); and FR-1xb (black or red). The white versions of the FR-7xb and FR-3xb also feature decorated handmade bellows and attractive accessories made from real leather and Alcantara®.

Alcantara® is a registered trademark of Alcantara SpA, Italy.

The flagship FR-7xb has a 92-button velocity-sensitive keyboard, 120 bass buttons, 80 accordion sets, and a Master bar. The lightweight and portable FR-3xb comes equipped with a 92-button velocity-sensitive keyboard, 120 bass buttons, and 21 accordion sets.

Compact and flexible, the FR-1xb is ideal for young students and stage performers. Equipped with the latest V-Accordion technology, the FR-1xb sets a new standard in learning and live performance with its excellent sound quality, small size, and attractive price.

The treble-button modes (C-Griff Europe, C-Griff 2, B-Griff Bajan, B-Griff Fin, D-Griff1, D-Griff 2) allow players to use the system they’ve grown accustomed to; the button keyboard layouts of acoustic accordions are as diverse as the sounds themselves. The V-Accordion offers selectable Bass & Chord modes (seven modes: two Bass Rows, three Bass Rows A7th, three Bass Rows A5dim, three Bass Rows B7th, three Bass Rows B5dim, three Bass Rows Belgium) and Free Bass modes (five modes: Minor 3rd, Bajan, Fifth, N.Europe, Finnish).

Diatonic

Roland is pleased to introduce another milestone in digital musical instrument history—the FR-18 diatonic V-Accordion. Equipped with the renowned V-Accordion sound engine and dedicated new samples, the FR-18 diatonic is a dream come true for folk accordionists seeking a world-class diatonic instrument that can do it all.

Traditional diatonic acoustic accordions have only one tonal key, but the FR-18 diatonic has no such limitation—with its all-digital sound engine, you can change the instrument’s key instantly, with the simple press of a button. The FR-18 diatonic also features a brand new sound set that lets you choose from a lineup of 12 virtual diatonic accordions, as well as a variety of orchestral instruments, Virtual Tone Wheel organs, percussion, and more.

Available in black and red, the FR-18 diatonic fits into a variety of playing environments, preserving elegance and respecting tradition. Since it has no internal speakers, the instrument is extraordinarily light and comfortable to play. With its long battery life, the FR-18 diatonic can be used in all types of situations both indoors and out, and you can pair it with a portable, battery-powered amplifier for the ultimate mobility.
Quality earphones are included with the FR-18 diatonic, so you can enjoy the instrument immediately after opening the box. As a silent accordion, the FR-18 diatonic is perfect for practicing any time, even late in the evening and in small apartments.

Sound Expansion

Roland & Dallapé — Tradition Inside Innovation

VA-SE02 (FR-7x & FR-3x)

In September 2010, Roland and Dallapé joined forces to give birth to a project that is bound to become another landmark in music history. Dallapé’s historical models such as the 1871, Liturgica, and many others displayed at the Accordion Museum in Stradella can now be played again by all accordionists and lovers of such epoch-making instruments.
How is this possible? Roland has released a USB memory package containing the sounds of these historical acoustic accordions, which were obtained by means of a sophisticated and refined sampling process.
The Dallapé Sound Library is now available as a sound expansion package, which can be easily used in the Roland FR-7x and FR-3x V-Accordion models.

Alpine Sound Expansion

VA-SE01 (FR-7x, FR-3x & FR-18d)

The Alpine expansion for the FR-7x, FR-3x, and FR-18 diatonic V-Accordions contains the sounds of German folk acoustic accordions and typical Oberkrainer orchestral instruments.
These sounds are dedicated to Oberkrainer music, the traditional music genre of Slovenia, Austria, and Germany.
This sound expansion contains special samples of characteristic instruments for this kind of music, like baritone horn, clarinet, guitar, trumpet, and bass tuba. Dedicated sets are also included so users can play Oberkrainer music without any pre-programming work.

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New in the Pro-Audio Deptarment: Mackie DL806

Mackie's DL806 digital mixer gives you the processing power and performance of their revolutionary DL1608 console, but in a more compact 8-channel version. It sports studio-quality 24-bit Cirrus Logic converters, built-in DSP for great-sounding effects and processing, and eight of Mackie's award-winning Onyx microphone preamplifiers. Integration with up to 10 iPads or other iOS devices gives you extremely flexible mix and processing control, as well as wireless remote monitor control and mixing. Once you add a Mackie DL806 to your rig, you'll never go analog again! Mackie DL806 Digital Mixer at a Glance: 8-channel mixer with 8 Onyx mic preamps Four auxiliary sends and support for up to 10 wireless iPad connections Record your mix to the iPad or integrate audio from any app 8-channel mixer with 8 Onyx mic preamps While Mackie's DL806 uses your iPad for all hands-on functions, the audio path is pure Mackie. You get eight acclaimed Onyx mix preamps, which sound their best thanks to high-end Cirrus Logic digital converters. Even if you're running a busy mix with lots of effects, the sound is big and well-defined, with a remarkably low noise floor. Four auxiliary sends and support for up to 10 wireless iPad connections The DL806 digital mixer has four auxiliary sends available, and actually supports up to 10 wireless iPad connections, making it easy for everyone to control their own monitor mix. The band will love having control over their own mix, and you'll love the time saved setting up everyone's mix to their liking. You can even lock-out the extra iPads from certain functions, ensuring that no one else can alter your main mix settings. Record your mix to the iPad or integrate audio from any app It's easy to record your main mix straight to your iPad with the DL806 digital mixer. You can also play back music from you iPad, great for pre-show music and set breaks. In fact, you can even integrate audio from any music app directly into your live set, thanks to the DL806's pre-assigned iPad channel in the mixer. Mackie DL806 Digital Mixer Features: 8-channel mixer with 8 Onyx mic preamps and high-end Cirrus Logic converters for top-notch sound quality Built-in DSP provides EQ, compression, and gate plug-ins, plus reverb and tap delay iPad integration gives you an easy way to control your mixes and the built-in DSP processing 4 x aux sends and support for up to 10 wireless iPad connections provide easy monitor mixing Record your mix to the iPad or integrate audio from any app

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New Fender Blues Jr. III FSR

The FENDER^® Blues Junior™ III Two-tone FSR combo amplifier is more than just a 15-watt tube amp; it's a vintage tone machine! Complete with a limited-edition Two-tone vinyl covering, this tasty delight of an amp will floor you with its depth of character. Three 12AX7s and a pair of EL84s powering a Special Design 12" speaker give you everything from crystalline Fender cleans, to crispy crunch, to growling overdrive. Plug in, fire it up, and prepare to be blown away by the Fender Blues Junior III Two-tone FSR combo amplifier!

Fender Blues Junior III Two-tone FSR Combo Tube Guitar Amp at a Glance:

• Limited Edition Two-tone styling makes this amp look as good as it sounds
• Three 12AX7s and a pair of EL84s powering a Special Design 12" speaker
• Genuine Fender spring reverb - there's nothing like it

Limited Edition Two-tone styling makes this amp look as good as it sounds
Fender's Blues Junior III Two-tone FSR has the kind of stunning good looks that makes you wonder why guitarists buy amps dressed in basic black. The fact that the Blues Junior III Two-tone FSR's a limited edition makes it all the more irresistible. Grab one while you can, only a few will be available in the USA!

Three 12AX7s and a pair of EL84s powering a Special Design 12" speaker
Oh, the tone you get out of this thing! You can control the Fender Blues Junior III Two-tone FSR right from your axe. You're cruising along at medium volumes with just the right amount of grit - a twist of your pinkie, and your attitude-laden solo is soaring with gutsy overdrive. With three 12AX7s and a pair of EL84s in its engine room, the Blues Junior III Two-tone FSR plays and feels just like a classic Fender tube amp should.

Genuine Fender spring reverb - there's nothing like it
The Blues Junior III Two-tone FSR is fitted with genuine Fender spring reverb, rounding out the Blues Junior III's already tasty set of sonic delights. This Limited Edition is one of those amps you form a special attachment to. You know - the one you always grab for club dates. Throw it in the back seat and go - the Blues Junior III Two-tone FSR is ready to rock whenever you are.

Fender Blues Junior III Two-tone FSR Combo Tube Guitar Amp Features:

• Limited Edition Two-tone FSR styling makes this a beautifully collectible amp
• Only a few will be made for the USA
• Three 12AX7s and a pair of EL84s driving a Special Design 12" speaker
• Vintage-style Chicken Head knobs
• Genuine Fender spring reverb - there's nothing like it
• Comfortable vintage-style "Dog Bone" handle
• Rattle-reducing EL84 shock absorbers
• Fat Switch kicks it up a notch

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Sterling By Music Man New S.U.B. Series Basses

The S.U.B. Series family of instruments introduce a new level of quality, features and value for the beginning or intermediate player. Part of the esteemed Music Man & Sterling by Music Man family of instruments, we feel all players should have access to affordable guitars & basses that feel, sound and play like a refined, crafted professional instrument.
The best components, hardware and designs all work in harmony to give you the best user experience as you discover your sound. Our goal is to deliver an instrument, at a price that surpasses your expectations.
The Ray4 and Ray5 basses are the cousins of the Music Man StingRay 4 and 5 basses. Classic, iconic instruments that defined a generation of bassists since the late 70′s. Active electronics, low noise hum bucking pickups, rock solid hardware and a simple, uncluttered look that is instantly recognizable and respected.

We start with a solid hardwood body. Light, airy bodies full of tone are attached to a slim, easy to play full scale maple neck. A narrow 38mm nut width was created for easy playability. Medium jumbo frets allow for effortless fretting. The slim neck and narrow nut feels at home with small or large hands.


S.U.B. Series Bass Boast Great Tone Shaping Features.
The tone is shaped by the onboard active 2 band preamp. Controls for volume, bass and treble offer maximum flexibility in finding your sound. Full cut & boost of bass & treble frequencies. The wide range of tones, guarantee you will find your sound, for any musical situation.

Quality Construction
We want your bass to last a lifetime. Superior design and construction are key to delivering a solid instrument that will accompany you on your long musical journey. All S.U.B. basses employ a superior 6 bolt neck joint. The 6 bolt neck joint, designed by Music Man, offers strength, stability and great tone transfer. The neck stays in position and won’t shift under heavy load. The neck heel allows easy access to the higher end of the fingerboard and is unobtrusive. Allowing your hands to freely move about the neck with ease. Rest assured, your neck will stay put while your fingers roam about.

High Output Humbucking Pickup
The high output humbucking pickup was designed for clarity and true reproduction of the basses natural tone, with minimal coloration. 2 rows of large magnetic pole pieces pump the strings information into the pickup, feeding the 2 band active preamp. Tones can be aggressive, wild or mild. Its up to you to find your sound. 3 screw adjustment allow for more accurate positioning of the pickups angle & height, allowing for more precise adjustments to match the strings angle.

Satin Finished Neck
The feel of the neck is everything. Your fretting hand is touching the neck 100% of the time you play your bass. We developed a super smooth satin finish for the back of the neck. This finish is non glossy, never get’s sticky and always feels fresh. The tinted satin finish looks great and gives the instrument a classic look and feel.

Neck Adjustments
All stringed instruments need some basic adjustments from time to time. Neck adjustments can be intimidating for some. S.U.B. makes it easy and simple. S.U.B. Series guitars & basses have an easy to adjust neck. No specialized tools are needed. The small thumbwheel located at the end of the fingerboard makes it easy and simple. You can use a small screwdriver or the included chrome bar to easily and quickly adjust the neck to your preference. No need to remove the neck or strings, you can make the adjustments on the fly. Easy, quick, convenient. More time to play, less time for adjustments.

Top Mounted Output Jack
No more fumbling trying plug in the cable. The output jack is conveniently placed on top of the body. Located on the control plate, the jack is secure and won’t easily pull out or get damaged when placed in a guitar stand. We use a heavy duty jack that is designed to withstand plenty of use and abuse.

Battery
The 2 band active preamp is powered by a 9 volt battery. The easy to open battery compartment makes battery changes easy and simple. Simply flip up the battery door, unclip the 9 volt from the clip and clip in your new battery. Takes no time at all. The battery is easily accessible on the back of the body. Your battery should last for several months under normal use. We recommend you unplug the cable when not in use, to conserve on the batteries life span.

Features

• Solid hardwood bodies
• 34″ full scale maple necks
• Medium jumbo frets
• Satin tinted neck finish
• Narrow 38 mm nut width
• 2 band onboard active preamp, cut & boost
• Large heavy duty bass bridge with full adjustments
• Easy access truss rod adjuster
• 6 bolt super strong neck joint

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Sterling By Music Man New S.U.B. Series Electric Guitars

S.U.B. Series family of instruments introduce a new level of quality, features and value for the beginning or intermediate player. Part of the esteemed Music Man & Sterling by Music Man family of instruments, we feel all players should have access to affordable guitars & basses that feel, sound and play like a refined, crafted professional instrument.
The best components, hardware and designs all work in harmony to give you the best user experience as you discover your sound. Our goal is to deliver an instrument, at a price that surpasses your expectations.
Silo3 and AX3 guitars are unique, different instruments that offer the taste, flexibility and quality of a much more expensive high end guitar.

Silo3

The Silo3, a versatile workhorse, that’s easy to play, comfortable and sounds like a higher end guitar. The solid hardwood body is attached to the solid maple neck via a Music Man designed 5 bolt neck joint. The neck heel is contoured and rounded over for easy & comfortable access to the higher frets.
The double cutaway, contoured, hardwood body is fully sculpted and shaped for comfort. All sharp edges have been eliminated and you have just the bare essentials you need for a comfortable, solid body shape that never feels awkward.
The asymmetrical cut maple neck is slimmer on the treble side and thicker on the bass side, for effortless movement as you move around the neck. Thick enough for great tone, thin enough for easy playability. The medium sized fret wire is easy to fret and offers great intonation up & down the neck.
The pick guard is loaded with 2 high output single coils and 1 overwound humbucker which have clear bell like tone, but can also shred and emote all the nuances of your playing. A 5 way selector switch is wired to a single volume & tone control.
The vintage style tremolo bridge has a comfortable area to rest your palm on. The solid saddles offer adjustments for height and intonation.

Features

• Solid hardwood body
• 25.5″ scale maple necks w/ maple or rosewood fingerboards
• Medium frets
• Smooth satin neck finish
• Overwound single coil and humbucking pickups
• 5 way selector switch
• Easy access truss rod adjuster
• 5 bolt neck joint

 AX3

AX3 borrows the classic single cutaway body style of Music Man’s Axis guitars. An original, classic design that is familiar to all fans of great guitars. The S.U.B. Series version uses a solid hardwood body topped with a bound quilt maple image top. The neck and body are mated with the same 5 bolt neck joint found on the Silo3. Sculpted and contoured for a super comfortable joint that allow easy access to the upper register.
Asymmetrical neck carve on AX3 is sublime and has enough girth for grip and thin enough for easy playability. The 25.5″ scale maple neck & fingerboard has 22 medium sized frets and is super easy to play. The neck is seamlessly integrated to the body.
2 high output “Zebra” coil humbucking pickups are direct mounted to the body. The special wiring of these pickups offer 5 distinct, versatile tones via the 5 way selector switch. Different combinations yield chicken pickin single coil tones to throaty, huge humbucking rock tones. Single volume and tone controls. It’s all there in one guitar.
Vintage style tremolo bridge has a small area to rest your palm while picking. Individual saddles offer height and intonation adjustments for dialing in the perfect set up.

Features

• Solid hardwood body
• 25.5″ scale maple neck w/ maple fingerboard
• Medium frets
• Smooth satin neck finish
• 2x humbucking pickups
• 5 way selector switch
• Easy access truss rod adjuster
• 5 bolt neck joint

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L.A. Music to be a part of Sterling by Music Man's Elite Dealer Network

We are happy to announce that L.A. Music will be a part of Sterling by Music Man's Elite Dealer Network.  This means that since we are an EDN Dealer, we will the full line of Sterling By Music Man and SUB Series instruments.

All of the New for 2013 instruments are available through the us, including the highly anticipated addition to our John Petrucci Signature Series, the JP70 Seven String! Pre-order the instrument of your choice today through the l.a.music!

Stay tuned for more info! 

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Sigma DR-1ST Acoustic Guitar

Sigma DR-1ST offers an affordable acoustic guitar featuring a classic dreadnought body shape and a solid Sitka Spruce top. Sigma DR-1ST also features bound Indian Rosewood back 'n' sides and a Mahogany neck finished with a Rosewood fingerboard. DR1ST acoustic guitars are beautiful to behold and beautiful to play and offer some serious heritage in the form of C.F. Martin & Co, the parent company of Sigma.

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Sigma 000MC-15E Acoustic Guitar

Sigma who originally began in 1970, have a very good reputation. The brand has recently been relaunched, and the guitars are of a very high quality.

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Sigma DR-28 Acoustic Guitars

The Sigma DR-28 is a beautiful steel-stringed guitar which is lend towards the design of traditional american acoustics. Besides a solid top of sitka spruce, the Sigma DR-28 features Indian rosewood back and sides which - combined with the white body bindings - lead to a very distinctive look. The sound of the Sigma DR-28 acoustic guitar offers a warm overall character without getting dull at any time.

As the mahogany neck features a rosewood fingerboard, a soft attack is added, so every single note stays perfectly defined while strumming chords. The Grover tuners and the flawless craftmanship makes the Sigma DR-28 to a valuable instrument.

The Dr-28 comes in 3 models:

DR-28

DR-28H

DR-28 (Left-Handed)

 

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Pearl Introduces the All-New Export Series

Pearl is proud to reintroduce the most succesful drumset in history, Pearl Export Series. Making a return in 2013, Export Series has been retooled with Pearl’s Superior Shell Technology to provide the award winning Export sound at an affordable price. Made of 6 plys of blended Poplar and Asian Mahogany, Export’s 7.5mm shells feature 45 degree bearing edges and are paired with 1.6mm triple flanged hoops which allow the Export’s deeper, richer voice to sing at every attack. Export Series features Pearl’s new Opti‐Loc tom mounts which attach via a triangular design with two tension rod attachment points and another one through one of the drum’s two air vents, providing 100% stability without restricting resonance. Each Export Series kit comes with a matching 6 ply 14”x5.5” snare drum.

Also revamped for 2013, Export now sports a modern look with Pearl’s low‐mass lug designed for less shell contact and greater resonance. Accompanied by Pearl’s all new 830 Series Hardware,Demonator Pedal and Hi‐hat stand, and backed by Pearl’s industry leading Lifetime Warranty, Export Series is back with a vengence. Export Series is available three configurations and five amazing stocking finishes: #21 Smokey Chrome, #31 Jet Black, #33 Pure White, #91 Red Wine, and #702 Electric Blue Sparkle.

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COMING SOON: Pearl Drums All-New 2013 Releases!

Out of all the recent product releases from NAMM 2013, Pearl truly kicked off the new year with a bang.  They have released an arsenal of new products ranging from full kits to hardware to percussion instruments.  Here is a quick list of their 2013 products: Reintroduction of Export Series; Demonator Bass Drum Pedal; Updated Hardware lines; New finishes in the VBL Series; New finishes in the SSC Series; New finishes in the Masters MCX Series; Upgraded Epro Series; Cowbells; Cajuns and more! Stay Tuned for a complete and detailed run through!

Demonator Bass Drum Pedal

Pearl changed the game with the introduction of the Eliminator Demon Drive Pedal in 2009. Now in 2013, Pearl introduces the Demonator bass drum pedal. Featuring the industry leading characteristics of the award winning Demon Drive pedals, the Demonator is a wonderful addition to the Demon Drive family. The Demonator is a single‐chain drive pedal, equipped with a Demon Style Powershifter long‐footboard. An interchangable cam (US Pat. #6172291) and infinitely adjustable beater angle allow you to customize the pedal to your preferred feel and power. Pearl’s Click‐Lock spring tension keepers (US Pat. #7754953) and Control Core Beater (US Pat. #7626108) give the finishing touches to this amazingly versatile pedal. The Demonator single pedal is included in Pearl’s new 930 and 830 Hardware Packs. A Demonator Double Pedal and Double Pedal Conversion Kit are also available.

New Finishes in the Vision Birch Lacquer Series

Pearl’s Vision Birch Lacquer (VBL) Series has received a revamp for 2013, with the addition of two new hi‐gloss lacquer stocking finishes; #243 Prussian Blue, and #244 Natural Black Burst. Applied using Pearl’s proprietary UV lacquer process, Vision Series’ 100% Birch shells offer a naturally EQ’d sonority and excellent near‐field response, ideal for live and recording performances. Matched with Pearl’s steel SensiTone snare drum and Pearl’s new 930 Hardware Pack or the 830 Hardware Pack, VBL is ready to deliver a full, powerful sound right out of the box. Both the 930 & 830 Hardware Packs come with the ALL NEW P‐930 Demonator Bass Drum Pedal. VBL is also stocked in the standard #230 Clear Birch, #232 Ruby Fade, #234 Black Ice, #235 Concord Fade, and #239 Graphite lacquer finishes.

New Finishes in the Studio Session Classic Series

Since it’s reintroduction to the market in 2012, Session Studio Classic has been turning heads and catching ears with its phenominal finishes and superior sounds. New for 2013, Pearl introduces two new hi‐gloss lacquer stocking finishes to the Session Studio Classic lineup, #106 Antique Ivory, and #389 Matte Liquid Amber. These classic finishes are applied using Pearl’s proprietary 31‐step lacquer process, ensuring a gorgeous finish that will last a lifetime. SSC features shorter tom sizes to achieve a classic, shorter note and quicker response. 6‐ply shells of Birch/Kapur construction deliver strong attack and projection with outstanding low end punch. Professional level sound and quality with classic finishes, backed by Pearl’s industry leading Lifetime Warranty, Session Studio Classic: the golden age of performance is here.. again!

New Finishes in the Masters MCX Series

Pearl is proud to introduce the addition of two new stocking finishes to the Masters MCX line‐up; #388 Shamrock Green, and #810 Ash Fade Tamo. Using Pearl’s 31‐step lacquer process, these attention grabbing finishes beautifully match the warm, resonant sonority of Master MCX’s 100% Maple shells. Catch your audience’s eye with the striking Shamrock Green, or entice the crowd with a sultry Ash Fade Tamo Artisan II finish. Pearl also offers Masters MCX in the classic #103 Piano Black, a gorgeous #800 Quilted Bubinga Sunburst, and an elegant #807 Natural Birdseye Maple Artisan II lacquer finishes. Masters MCX in 2013, the most affordable Masters kit has never looked better.

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Mackie Debuts New DL806 8-Channel Digital Live Sound Mixer With iPad Control

At the 2013 NAMM Show, Mackie showed the new DL806 8-channel digital live sound mixer with iPad control.  Easy-to-setup wireless control means users can mix from anywhere, using up to 10 iPad, iPhone or iPod touch devices.  The DL806 hardware provides high-quality sonic performance with eight Onyx mic preamps and 24-bit Cirrus Logic AD/DA converters and a host of plug-ins like EQ, dynamics, effects and GEQ.  It is intended for a wide variety of smaller applications and venues.

Hardware:

• 8 Onyx mic preamps
• High-end Cirrus Logic converters
• Low-noise, high-headroom design
• 4 aux sends for monitor mixes
• Master L/R output for mains

Built-In Processing:

• Choice of touch-sensitive plug-ins
• 4-band EQ, gate and compression on inputs
• 31-band GEQ and comp/limiter on outputs
• Global reverb and delay

Wireless Mixing:

• Seamless wired to wireless mixing
• Tune the room from anywhere
• Get on stage to ring out monitors
• Personal monitor mixing with access control ability
• Use up to 10 wireless devices simultaneously
Total Control From iPad, iPhone or iPod touch:
• Intuitive Master Fader app for all iPad models2
• My Fader app for quick control from iPhone or iPod touch3
• “Grow and Glow” visual feedback
• Preset and snapshot recall
• Record the mix to the iPad for instant sharing4
• Integrate music from any app into the mix4

Install Features:

• PadLock feature locks down iPad for permanent installs
• Industry standard Kensington lock secures mixer
• Compact footprint saves precious workspace
• 15.5 x 11.5 x 3.9 inches
• 6.9 pounds

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Fender Releases All-New Reso-Tele!

Fender Acoustics now offers you a truly remarkable instrument in the distinctive form of the Reso-Tele, which is exactly what the name suggests—a resonator version of a Telecaster. This unusual design, combined with the Telecaster pickup and under-saddle pickup and electronics, makes for a one-of-a-kind playing experience with an appealingly traditional vibe.

The Reso-Tele has a maple Telecaster body with a stylish Two-color Sunburst finish, stylized Fender "F" sound hole and hand-spun cone crafted in Eastern Europe for rich resonator tone. Its standard Telecaster neck pickup and Fishman® Powerchip under-saddle pickup can be blended together to taste, along with a master volume control. Other features include a "C"-shaped maple Telecaster neck with a 15.7"-radius rosewood fretboard, maple "biscuit" bridge with bell-brass nickel-plated tailpiece, and chrome hardware.

General	Model Name: Reso-Tele® Series: Folk Music Instruments COLOR/MSRP/PART#: 2-Color Sunburst $1,099.99 0955010000
Body	Body Shape: Resonator Body Back: Maple Body Sides: Maple Body Top: Maple F Holes Sound Holes: Fender® "F" Holes
Neck	Number of Frets: 21 Position Inlays: Dot Fingerboard Radius: 15.75" (400 mm) Fingerboard: Rosewood Neck Material: Maple Nut Width: 1.6875" (42.8 mm) Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
Hardware	Hardware Finish: Chrome Bridge: Maple Biscuit String Nut: Synthetic Bone
Miscellaneous	Strings: Fender® Phosphor Bronze 60XL (.010-.048 Gauge) Unique Features: Continental Eastern European Hand Spun Cone, Bell Brass Nickelplated Tailpiece, "C" shape maple neck and maple Tele® body with Fender "F" f-hole, Rosewood fretboard, and Tele pickup combined with Fishman Powerchip

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New Fender '57 Bandmaster

The late-'50s tweed-covered Fender Bandmaster™ guitar amplifier combined great looks with sweet tone and powerful performance. Hailed as one of the true holy-grail amps among guitarists and collectors, vintage examples are rare and highly sought after.

The new '57 Bandmaster amp now joins our prestigious Custom series, with all-tube hand-wired circuitry and premium components. We've faithfully reproduced the classic 5E7 circuit, which pumps about 26 watts through three 10" alnico-magnet speakers, and we enlisted Jensen® to help create the P10R-F driver (a Fender exclusive), which is voiced for warm, sensitive response. The Bandmaster amp's harmonically rich clean tones are perfect for vintage rock, blues and country styles, and its naturally touch-sensitive overdrive tone sounds electrifying—especially when cranked up.

General	Model Name: '57 Bandmaster™ Series: Custom Amplifier Type: Tube COLOR/MSRP/PART#: Tweed $3,399.99 8170500000
Electronics	Inputs: 4 Inputs (2 per Channel) Speaker Jack: Two 4 Ohm Outputs Channels: Two Channels (Instrument and Microphone) Rectifier: 5AR4 Rectifier Tube Controls: Presence, Bass, Treble, Volume (Instument Channel), Volume (Mic Channel)
Hardware	Cabinet Material: Finger-Joined Solid Pine Cabinet Handle: Vintage-Style Leather Strap Amplifier Depth: 10.87" (27.61 cm) Amplifier Width: 20.37" (51.74 cm) Amplifier Height: 20.87" (53.01 cm) Amplifier Weight: 45 lbs. (20.41 kg)
Speakers	Speaker: Distinctive 3x10" configuration with Fender Special Design P10R-F speakers by Jensen®. Impedance: 2.6 Ohms
Tubes	Pre Amp Tubes: 3 x 12AX7 Power Tubes: 2 x 6L6
Accessories	Knobs: Chicken-Head Cover: Deluxe Fitted Cover Included

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