COMING SOON TO STOCK: Dr. Green Bass Pedals By Ashdown Engineering

Hidden away in the Essex countryside, Dr. Green has been designing and building world- class guitar and bass amplifiers in the UK for over 20 years. Now in conjunction with bass amplifier giants Ashdown Engineering, and Hayden guitar amplifiers, he has produced a range of hand-made, boutique pedals that stand out from the crowd in both appearance and tone. Months of research and development have resulted in five very special bass effects pedals, and six guitar effects pedals that are sure to be on the wish list of every discerning player.

Each Dr. Green pedal is constructed by hand in the UK using only the finest quality components, including old-school chip holders for the tweakers out there, meaning a lifetime of tone and options are available. Each pedal features true bypass for ultimate sonic purity when the pedal is disengaged and is encased within a custom designed steel box. All Dr. Green pedals are built to last and, as such, are backed by a 5 year limited warranty. Dr. Green pedals are the ultimate in UK-made bass effects pedals.


Bearded Lady

Bass Fuzz Distortion. A bass fuzz of epic proportions, the Bearded Lady employs vintage fuzz tones controllable via ‘hi’ and ‘lo’ fuzz rotary controls, making sure you don’t lose any of your bottom end while still maintaining those transient highs that define your tone.


OctaDose

Bass Octave. Taking what Ashdown has learned from their very own tried-and-tested sub harmonizer from their ABM range of bass amplifiers, Dr. Green has expanded on this, allowing control over wet and dry signals and amount of octave the user wants to add. The OctaDose will track down to a low-B with the utmost precision and the simple rotary controls make it easy to dial in anything from subtle undertones to full-on sub-synth bass.


Doctors Note

Bass Envelope Filter. Bringing funk back to the forefront of technology, Dr. Green has produced an Envelope Filter pedal that sounds as cool as it looks, full of huge traditional sonic envelope goodness. Simple rotary controls enable you to dial in and set your oscillating frequencies with ease, allowing the funk to pour from the player’s fingertips.

Bass Verb

Bass Reverb. The Bass Verb is one of the simplest pedals in the range. With the control of the wet or dry signal, the user can easily dial in the perfect reverb, from endless cathedral style reverb to nice, tight, subtle, short plate style. Simply a fantastic quality and easy-to-use reverb pedal made for bass players who need a bit of space around their core tone.

The Aspirin

Bass Compression. A high quality bass compressor pedal in a compact easy-to-use package, the Aspirin is perfect for the bass player seeking consistency in their sound. Using the Input to drive the amount of signal, the pedal automatically processes the compression after the ratio has been adjusted to suit, a simple output pot then allows the output level to be
perfectly matched to the volume required.

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Korg Releases Volca Series For Ultimate Leads, Basses and Rhythms

Korg Volca Keys Analog Synth Machine 

The ideal introductory synthesizer, with a simple – yet powerful – polyphonic analog sound engine and loop sequencer

The polyphonic synthesizer you've been waiting for

• Three note true analogue synthesis
  
• Voicing function lets anyone create sounds easily
  
• Delay effect for even more sonic possibilities

Simple loop sequencer

• Loop sequencer lets you record phases just as you play them
  
• Motion Sequencer records knob edits in real time
  
• Active Step function and Flux function to add dynamic change to your sequences

Convenient functions for tremendous ease of use

• Self-tuning function for constant, stable pitch
  
• Sync In and Out allows clock sync of multiple instruments from the volca Series as well as Korg's Monotribe
  
• Compact size, battery-powered operation, and built-in speaker for enjoyment anywhere

Volca Keys is a long-awaited synthesizer that adds a new chapter to the long and storied history of Korg's analog synthesizers. This 27-key analog lead synth delivers unbelievably powerful sound in a compact body. Starting with a filter section that uses the circuitry of the legendary miniKORG700S (1974), it delivers astonishing sound that takes full advantage of Korg's half-century of know-how in circuit design.

With a simple structure that includes delay effect and a sequencer, it's also an ideal choice for a first analog synth. It offers the richly expressive sounds that are distinctive of analog, providing the enjoyment of simple yet deep sound-creation. The possibilities are endless; you can use the three oscillators to play chords, use them in unison with detune to produce solid lead lines, or apply ring modulation to create far-out metallic sounds. 

Korg Volca Beats Analog Drum Machine 

Peerless beats generated by solid analog drum sounds and an Electribe-style sequencer

Powerful analog drum sounds

• Real analog sounds created with reference to classic rhythm machines
  
• Six editable analogue parts with one knob per function for easy editing
  
• Maximum effect from minimal parameters - a unique advantage of analog
  
• PCM sound engine expands possibilities when used with analog sounds

Loop sequencer distilled from the Electribe series

• Electribe-style 16-step sequencer with eight memory patches
  
• Stutter function generates repeated triggers that dramatically change the sequence
  
• Active Step function generates new bass lines by removing or inserting steps.
  
• Step Jump function instantly plays only the step you're pressing

Convenient functions for incredible ease of use

• Sync In and Out allows clock sync of multiple instruments from the volca Series as well as Korg's Monotribe
  
• MIDI In for note entry, plus external sync and control from your DAW
  
• Go-anywhere analogue: play anywhere with the built-in speaker and optional battery power

Even today, more than thirty years after the age dominated by analog synthesizers, we just can't let go of the sound of analog rhythm machines. Those thick sounds have the power to stand up to guitar and acoustic drums, and are still indispensable for track-making or live performance. The volca Beats gives you those analog drums plus the easy-to-use step sequencer of the Electribe; it lets you turn your inspiration into reality and generate beats with the best high quality sounds. 


Korg Volca Bass Analog Bass Machine 

Powerful analog bass sound creation and an Electribe-inspired sequencer for the ultimate bass lines

Powerful analog bass sound

• Three analogue oscillators for thick, huge bass line
  
• Newly designed analog filter for crisp, bright response
  
• Simple structure with single VCF, VCA, LFO, and EG

Loop sequencer distilled from the Electribe series

• Electribe-style 16-step sequencer with eight memory patches
  
• Slide function that’s indispensable for acid and other types of electronic music
  
• Active Step function generates new bass lines by removing or inserting steps

Convenient functions for ease of use

• Self-tuning function for constant, stable pitch
  
• Sync In and Out allows clock sync of multiple instruments from the volca Series as well as Korg's Monotribe
  
• Go-anywhere analogue: play anywhere with the built-in speaker and optional battery power

Aggressive sounds that stand up to the drums; fat sounds that support the rhythm; funky sounds that generate a groove - the volca Bass is an analog groove box that has what you need for a wide range of bass lines.

Although simple in structure, the analog sound engine has an unmistakable presence with subtle nuances that cannot be reproduced by a digital simulation; it's a great choice for acid house and many other styles of music. The step sequencer distilled from the Electribe is not only visually intuitive; it's also a powerful way to generate "free form" bass loops that will stimulate your inspiration. 

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New for 2013: Two Fender® Japan FSR Guitars & Basses

Fender recently released two new limited edition  guitars as FSR.  These guitars are Made in Japan.  Here is an overview of them.

2013 Limited Edition '58 Stratocaster® MN 3-Color Sunburst

Key Features:

• Alder Body
• One Piece Maple C Neck
• Vintage Size Frets
• 7 1/4" Radius Fingerboard
• Japan ST Single "Vintage" Pickups
• Only 252 available in North America

2013 LTD Edition Fender Bass VI 3-Color Sunburst

 

 Key Features:

• Alder Body
• Maple C Shape Neck
• Rosewood Fingerboard
• Vintage Size Frets
• Vintage Button Style Machine Heads
• Japan "JG" Vintage Pickups
• Original Wiring
• Only 90 Available For All of North America

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Brand Overview: Pearl Drums

If you want to take the right stride as a drummer, then Pearl is the company to help you.  Renowned drummers such as: Ian Paice (Deep Purple), Chris Slade (AC/DC) and Eric Singer (KISS) all use Pearl kits.  To get you to their level, we thought it would be imperative to get to know what makes Pearl the 'best reason to play drums.'  On that sentiment, we have created an in-depth Brand Overview for you!

A Little Bit of History ...

Pearl was founded by Katsumi Yanagisawa in Tokya, on April 2 1946.  By 1953, Pearl was officially established as 'Pearl Musical Instrument Company' and began manufacturing drums and percussion that includes: drum kits, marching drums, Latin percussion instruments, cymbals, stands, and accessories.  Pearl initially made shells for other companies, but eventually in the 1960s started manufacturing under their own logo. An interesting fact, Pearl released their first professional level kit called the 'President Series' in 1966 and thus began a legacy of innovation in the music-making industry.

Drum Sets

Masterworks - Completely custom made; every drum is designed by the customer and built to perfection.
Reference Pure and Reference - The mission behind Reference Series: To create a perfect sounding drum set where every drum is optimally engineered to produce the best sound possible within its respective tonal range.  Reference delivers maximum projection for live performances while the Reference Pure is optimized to crate the most resonant professional series, perfect for recording.
What makes Reference Pure and Reference Different?  Reference Pure consists of Thin Ply Shells, STL Lugs and FatTone Hoops.  Reference consists of Regular Ply Shells, BRL Lugs and MasterCast Hoops.
Masters MCX  - Masters MCX are adorned with MasterCast Hoops, the finest die cast hoops available, and feature the perfect blend of thickness and mass to improve the depth, clarity and focus of the drums.

Pearl MCX924XSPC  Quilted Bubinga Sunburst

The Session Studio Classic follows the original Session “recipe” with blended Birch and Kapur shells, recreating the classic “Session sound” of strong attack and projection with outstanding lows and punch that you can feel.
Vision - Vision Birch Laquer (VBL)  is Pearl's most affordable 100% Birch drum set. Vision Birch Artisan II is based on the original Vision formula and features blended Birch ply shells. Vision Birch has a unique shell combination gives projection to the low end while equally matching the high frequencies produced by smaller drums.

Pearl Vision Birch Artisan VBA825 Amber Burst Eucalypstus

Export - Let’s face it, most entry-level drum sets are plain vanilla with no regard to sound. But not Export. Taking its cue from Pearl’s award-winning Reference Series, the new Export puts sound first by blending premium Poplar and rich Asian Mahogany for an incredibly lush and full-bodied tone.
Rhythm Traveler  - Easy to transport and easy to practice, this kit is a gigging and practice kit in one.

Electronic E-Pro Live offers the limitless sonic capability and realistic feel of electronic drums on a drumset built with real drum shells, real brass cymbals, and real drumset hardware.

Pearl's Unique Construction Technique: Superior Shell Technology

1. Begins with hand selected woods, chosen for their acoustic resonance capabilities
2. Wood is then milled to precise thickness with overlapping scarf joint seams for a perfect air-tight fit and strength.
3. The wood plies are then saturated with Pearl’s proprietary “AcoustiGlue.”
4. While in the press, it is heated so that the glue is brought to a boil forcing the shells to fuse very closely.

Here is a video to further explain SST:

The Importance of Shell Wood on Sound

Maple

Maple is an excellent choice for general purpose applications due to its smooth, warm, well rounded tone, with equal amounts of hi-end attack and mid-range body and an excellent low-end punch.

Birch

Birch is known for its "naturally EQ'ed sound" that offers slightly boosted hi-end frequencies, a smooth, mellow mid-range and a deep low-end presence and is a great choice for any applications that require extra presence and cut. 

African Mahogany

 

African Mahogany is extremely rich in low-end frequencies, with beautifully smooth mids and a slight roll-off in the higher register. Drums made from African Mahogany have warmth and body that sets them apart from all others. Without question, if your main requirements are "bottom" and punch, African Mahogany should be your wood of choice. 

Pearl Hardware

Pearl offers hardware that consists of: boom stands, straight stands, hi-hat stands, snare stands, drum racks and pedals.

 Here is a quick overview on one of their best selling hardware: the Demonator Pedal.

The Demonator is a single-chain drive pedal, equipped with a Demon Style Powershifter long-footboard, an interchangable cam and infinitely adjustable beater angle, allowing you to customise to your desired feel and power. The pedal also comes equipped with Pearl's Click-Lock spring tension keeper and Control Core Beater. 

Famous Pearl Endorsees

Chad Smith - Red Hot Chilli Peppers

Tico Torres - Bon Jovi

Ian Paice - Deep Purple

Mike Cartellone - Lynyrd Skynyrd

Mike Mangini - Dream Theatre

Tommy Lee - Motley Crue

Eric Singer - KISS

Chris Slade - AC/DC

Mike Mangini of Dream Theatre

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Ampeg Customer Instant Savings Program!

We are pleased to announce a new 'Customer Instant Rebate Program' for the Ampeg Portaflex Cabinets from May 1 - May 31, 2013.

The purchase of the following products are eligible for this rebate:

Ampeg Portaflex Series PF-410HLF 4x10 800W Bass Speaker Cabinet Black






 

• Vintage Portaflex cabinet design with black diamond tolex, vintage B-15 grille cloth and rugged 15mm poplar ply enclosure
• 800W RMS power handling @ 8 ohms
• 4 x 10" ceramic Eminence® LF driver
• 1" HF compression driver w/L-Pad level control
• Shelf ported for additional low frequency extension
• Integrated side handles
• Removable casters (included)

Ampeg PF-210HE Portaflex 2x10 Bass Speaker Cabinet

 

• Vintage Portaflex flip-top cabinet design
• Black diamond tolex
• Vintage B-15 grille cloth
• Rugged 15mm poplar ply enclosure
• 450W RMS power handling @ 8 ohms
• 2 - 10" ceramic Eminence LF driver

 Ampeg PF-115HE Portaflex 1x15 Bass Speaker Cabinet

• Vintage Portaflex flip-top cabinet
• Black diamond tolex
• Vintage B-15 grille cloth
• Rugged 15mm poplar ply enclosure
• Power Handling: 450 Watts RMS at 8 ohms
• Speaker: 1 x 15 inch ceramic Eminence LF driver
• Compression driver: 1 inch HF compression driver with L-Pad level control
• Frequency response: 50 Hz - 17 kHz
• Sensitivity: 99.5 dB SPL at 1w/1m
• Dimensions(HxWxD): 23 x 21 x 14.3 inches

Ampeg Portaflex Series PF-115LF 1x15 400W Bass Speaker Cabinet

 

• Vintage Portaflex cabinet design
• Black diamond tolex for an attractive look
• Vintage B-15 grille cloth
• Rugged 15mm poplar ply enclosure
• 400 watts RMS power handling at 8 ohms
• One 15 inch ceramic Eminence LF speaker
• Shelf ported for additional low frequency extension
• Integrated side handles for easy transport
• Removable casters included

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Fender Competition Series Pedals

Fender Distortion Pedal

The Fender Distortion pedal drives your favorite tube or solid-state amp into thick distortion and singing sustain, evoking the edgy hard-rock tones of the ’70s and ’80s. Great with many different amplifiers, it’s responsive enough that you can use your guitar’s volume control to adjust the exact amount of distortion desired, from aggressive crunch to full-on saturation.  Use it to create your distorted tone or as a boost for higher-gain rhythm and solo tones.

• Input Impedance: 500 kOhm
• Output Load Impedance: >10 kOhm
• Equivalent Input Noise: -110dBm
• Power Consumption: 11mA
• Dimensions: 2-1/2" W x 2-1/16" H x 4-3/4" L

Fender Drive Pedal

The Fender Drive pedal creates a warm overdrive reminiscent of classic ’60s and ’70s rock and blues tones. Use it to push your favorite tube or solid-state amp, creating harmonically rich crunch and sustain. With an old-school design that matches its vintage warmth, it makes an ideal choice for the musician looking for rich, harmonic overdriven tone.

• Input Impedance: 500 kOhm
• Output Load Impedance: >10 kOhm
• Equivalent Input Noise: -110dBm
• Power Consumption: 11mA
• Dimensions:2-1/2" W x 2-1/16" H x 4-3/4" L

Fender Chorus Pedal

The Fender Chorus pedal will remind you just how cool and indispensable the lushly spatial effect can be. Add sparkle to clean open chords, to animate strummed passages and to thicken distorted power chords. Get just the right amount of chorus desired, cleanly and quietly. Operates in mono or with stereo outputs for vibrantly huge sound while creating wide, sweeping modulation effects or shimmering 12-string sounds.

• Input Impedance: 500 kOhm
• Output Load Impedance: >10 kOhm
• Equivalent Input Noise: -90dBm
• Power Consumption: 20mA
• Analog Circuit
• Dimensions: 2-1/2" W x 2-1/16" H x 4-3/4" L

Fender Delay Pedal

The Fender Delay pedal creates richly resonating echo effects from short slap-back rockabilly sounds to longer repeating echo perfect for huge, soaring guitar solos (it’s great for other electronic instruments too, such as keyboards). Dedicated delay time, feedback and level controls give you complete command of your sound’s spatial characteristics. Operates in mono or with stereo outputs for two-amplifier setups.

• Input Impedance: 500 kOhm
• Output Load Impedance: >10 kOhm
• Equivalent Input Noise:
-110dBm
• Power Consumption: 11mA
• Digital Circuit
• 300ms Delay Time
• Dimensions: 2-1/2" W x 2-1/16" H x 4-3/4" L

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New Fender Classic Series High Gloss Nitro Laquer

Fender recently added five new guitars to their Classic Series.  These new releases are coated with their high gloss Nitrocellulose finish.  Nitrocellulose lacquer (“nitro”) was the finish most often used during Fender’s original 1950s and ’60s golden age, although acrylic lacquers were also used.

Here is an overview of the latest additions:

'60s Stratocaster 

The Classic Series '60s Stratocaster Lacquer evokes that golden chapter in Fender history with an authentic nitrocellulose lacquer finish on its sleek alder body. Other features include a "C"-shaped maple neck, 7.25"-radius rosewood fingerboard with 21 vintage-style frets and vintage-style ivory-dot inlays, three vintage-style single-coil pickups with five-way switching, multi-ply pickguard, aged control knobs and switch tip, vintage-style synchronized tremolo bridge and vintage-style tuners. Tweed case included.

'50s Stratocaster

The Classic Series '50s Stratocaster Lacquer epitomized the instrument in the era of its origin, with an authentic nitrocellulose lacquer finish on its alder body. Other features include a "soft V"shaped tinted maple neck, 7.25"-radius maple fingerboard with 21 vintage-style frets and black-dot inlays, three vintage-style single-coil pickups with staggered alnico pole pieces and five-way switching, single-ply white pickguard, aged control knobs and switch tip, vintage-style synchronized tremolo bridge and vintage-style tuners. Tweed case included.  

'60s Jazz Bass 

The Classic Series '60s Jazz Bass Lacquer evokes the instrument in the decade of its origin, with vintage style and an authentic nitrocellulose lacquer finish on its sleekly offset alder body. Other features include an ultra-slim "C"-shaped maple neck, 7.25"-radius rosewood fingerboard with 20 vintage-style frets and white-dot inlays, dual vintage-style single-coil alnico pickups, four-ply brown shell pickguard, four-saddle American Vintage bass bridge, and vintage-style reverse tuners. Tweed case included.

'50s Telecaster

The Classic Series '50s Telecaster Lacquer evokes the instrument in the decade of its origin, with an authentic nitrocellulose lacquer finish on its ash body. Other features include a "C"-shaped maple neck, 7.25"-radius maple fingerboard with 21 vintage-style frets and black-dot inlays, dual vintage-style single-coil alnico pickups with three-way switching, single-ply white pickguard, knurled chrome control knobs, vintage-style string-through-body bridge with three chrome “barrel” saddles, and vintage-style tuners. Tweed case included.

'50s Precision Bass

The Classic Series '50s Precision Bass Lacquer delivers the distinctive 1950s-era look, sound and vibe of those first Fender basses, with vintage style and an authentic nitrocellulose lacquer finish on its alder body. Other features include a "C"-shaped maple neck, 7.25"-radius maple fingerboard with 20 vintage-style frets and black-dot inlays, vintage-style split single-coil pickup, gold anodized pickguard, four-saddle American Vintage bass bridge, and vintage-style reverse tuners. Tweed case included.

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Zero Percent Event At L.A. Music

L.A. Music is excited to announce ZERO PERCENT hassle free financing for 6 months upon credit approval. Call today for more details. Apply in-store or online.  Some exclusions may apply. Offer is subject to credit approval.

L.A. Music offers you the financing program in partnership with Desjardins Financial.  You are able to apply for financing in-store and online.  

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