Product Archives 2005
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December 2005
 Spector Debuts Euro 435LX 35" long scale 4 string bass
Spector has just released the Euro435LX bass, a neck through body 4 string bass that features an extra long 35" scale length.
This bass was inspired by a request from Robby Merrill, bassist of Godsmack, who is currently using the first production model in this series. Many bassists today are tuning their 4 string basses to pitches as low as D and C. The longer 35" scale length eliminates a lot of the slop in string vibration that occurs when a .105 E string is tuned down in pitch and provides incredible depth of tone. These neck thru the body basses are handcrafted at our workshop in the Czech Republic. All hardware and other specs are the same as our Euro LX basses. These are also available with either gold or black plated hardware.
The basses come with a standard E-A-D-G tuning with a .105 low E string or can be special ordered tuned B-E-A-D starting with a .130 low B. EMG active P & J pickups and the Spector Tone Pump EQ circuit are standard equipment.
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 Moog ® Music Announces the highly anticipated Moogerfooger ® MuRF 105B
Moog Music has announced another spine-tingling addition to the Moogerfooger line. The Bass MuRF 105B is currently in production and is expected to make its debut at Winter NAMM in January. The MuRF 105B is a new version of the original award winning MuRF that has been voiced specially for any bass instrument.
The Bass MuRF offers exciting new features such as a lowpass shelving filter on the lowest band with a cutoff frequency of 110 Hz. This means that all very low frequency content passes through the Bass MuRF’s filter section clear and strong. The remaining seven filters are the same great-sounding resonant filters used in the original MuRF, but voiced for lower frequencies. The animation section includes some exciting new beat-oriented patterns and more great diversity of tone-mangling than is capable with the original MuRF. With no animation, the Bass MuRF offers a wealth of tone sculpting capabilities. Whether you play synth bass, bass guitar or bass saxophone, the Bass MuRF is ready to rumble.
New design for the Digiflex Musiflex series of cables
 Over the last twenty years, Digiflex has established itself as the de facto standard in high quality audio and video cables in Canada. To this day, Digiflex continues to offer innovative solutions with the reintroduction of the universally accepted Musiflex series of cables which now feature a sleek new design.
The new Musiflex series, developed in response to feedback received from its customers, offers several new features and improvements while remaining in the same price range. The quality and look have also improved and, for simplicity, most model numbers have remained the same.
Features and benefits:
- New smaller packaging – higher density on your in-store displays
- Bar codes – quicker entry at your cash register
- All cables feature genuine Rean connectors made by Neutrik – quality products from the world leader in audio connectors
- New super flexible pro cable – easier to handle
- Overmolded strain reliefs – increased ruggedness
- Black and gold connectors on most models – improved appearance and contact integrity
- Color coded pairs for many models – easier channel identification
- The Digiflex brand printed on the cable – gives customers the assurance they have a quality product
- New sleek look – higher customer appeal
Musiflex cables are covered by a 5-year limited warranty.
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September 2005
Verbzilla: Studio Quality Reverb in a Compact Stompbox Size
 Verbzilla pedal brings luscious, studio-grade algorithms right to any pedalboard. Verbzilla delivers everything from classic guitar amp-style spring reverb to dreamy, high-end studio favorites. Features include Tone, Mix, Decay, and Time controls, and a Trails on/off switch that allows the reverb to decay or cut off once bypass is engaged. Verbzilla has an extraordinary selection of reverb models that include ’63 Spring, Spring, Plate, Room, Hall, Chamber, Ducking, (Line 6 exclusive) Octo, Cave, Tile, and Echo. Verbzilla can be powered by a standard 9 Volt battery, or the optional DC-1 power supply.
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Line 6 Announces FBV Express Foot Controller
--Compact, stage-ready controller for Spider II, Flextone III, Vetta--
L ine 6, inventors of digital modeling guitars and amplifiers, announced today the newest addition to the FBV series of foot controllers, FBV Express. Designed for the performing guitarist who needs a compact, cost effective foot controller, FBV Express allows guitarists to instantly recall an entire rig when connected to Spider II, Flextone III, or Vetta series modeling amplifiers.
FBV Express delivers instant access to channel memories via four gig-ready footswitches built into a road-ready steel enclosure. FBV Express also enables tap tempo for effects, and the built-in, chromatic tuner allows for quick and accurate tuning on stage or in the studio. A full size, heavy-duty Volume/Wah pedal adds must-have control for the performing guitarist. FBV Express connects via standard RJ-45 cable, and is also fully compatible with PODxt and PODxt Pro guitar and bass series products.
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Line 6 Unveils Modeling Five-String Bass - Variax Bass 705
--Instant five-string access to 24 must-have bass sounds from vintage and modern to acoustic upright and synth--
Line 6 announced today the launch of Variax Bass 705, a high-quality, five-string bass addition to the Variax family of instruments. Variax Bass 705 accurately models vintage and modern electric basses, an acoustic upright, plus synth bass tones. Variax Bass 705 is a custom-crafted, contemporary instrument that is ready at a moment’s notice for any live performance or recording situations.
Variax Bass 705 is a breakthrough product for any bassist, as it provides instant access to sounds never before available in a five-string configuration. Its simple, stand-alone operation offers 24 authentic bass sounds all in a single, professional grade instrument. Its output can be sent direct to any standard bass amplifier, mixing console, or recording device.
“Variax Bass 705’s simple layout combines the best of passive and active electronic controls in one practical, problem-solving, pro quality system,” said Rich Lasner, director of instrument product lines, Line 6. “No other bass enables artists playing live or in the studio to instantly call up a five-string version of a classic 4-string, vintage 8-string, or acoustic upright. Plus, the low B-string extends the synth sounds into a range only keyboard players are normally able to reach,” explained Lasner.
Variax Bass 705 uses Line 6's patented guitar modeling technology to offer bassists instant access to models of a world-class collection of the greatest bass instruments and sounds in recorded history. Variax Bass 705 features an alder body, maple neck with rosewood fingerboard, and sealed chrome tuners. Custom-fitted gig bag and direct box with ¼-inch and XLR outputs included. Available in black or sunburst finishes.
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Line 6 Announces the Newest Addition to its Line of Guitars - Variax 600
--All new Variax design delivers classic look, feel and playability --
 Line 6, Inc., manufacturers of the world's first digital modeling amplifiers and guitars, announced today the Variax 600 modeling guitar. The instrument features a comfort-contoured body, single-piece maple neck and fingerboard with rolled edges for a vintage feel, six-on-a-side headstock, custom tremolo bridge, 22 medium profile frets, 25 ½" scale length, and a 9 1/2" fingerboard radius. Variax 600 takes the same technology and sound from the award-winning Variax family and puts over 25 historic guitar sounds into a professional grade instrument with a classic look and feel.
Within Variax 600 is Line 6's patented guitar modeling technology, which can accurately reproduce the sounds of a variety of well-known vintage electric and acoustic guitars, in addition to other guitar-related instruments, such as a resonator, banjo, and electric sitar. Modeled variations include solid-body, semi-hollow guitars, and hollow-body electrics with single-coil and humbucking pickups, as well as, several six- and twelve-string acoustics.
The all-new design of Variax 600 was crafted for the professional guitarist who wants incredible flexibility all in a primary instrument that works just like a traditional guitar. In addition to the standard volume and tone controls, there is a model selector knob and a 5-way selector switch, which changes the guitar models and selects the pickup position. The characteristic tone and volume control responses of each electric model are also accurately replicated, creating instant familiarity for guitarists.
Variax 600 has a standard ¼" output that easily connects to any guitar amp or pedalboard setup. In addition, Variax 600 can also be digitally connected to Line 6's Vetta II amp or PODxt Live. Now it’s possible to create patches that incorporate Variax guitar models with the amp, cab and effects models provided by Vetta II or PODxt Live. Musicians now have access to virtually any guitar/amp/cab/effect combination with just the press of a footswitch. Variax 600 is also compatible with Variax Workbench, the world’s first virtual guitar custom shop for Mac or PC. Variax 600 is available in 2-tone sunburst, vintage white, blue, and black finishes. Includes custom-fitted gig bag, TRS cable, and XPS A/B footswitch/power supply box.
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LINE 6 ANNOUNCES TONEPORT UX1 & UX2 USB AUDIO INTERFACES
 --World-class tone for recording guitar, bass, and vocals--
Line 6, inventors of digital modeling effects, amps and guitars, announced today the release of TonePort, the first line of USB recording and modeling interfaces, bringing world-class Line 6 guitar, bass, and vocal tone to the world of desktop recording. TonePort UX1 and UX2 hardware interfaces are USB-powered and compatible with both Mac and Windows computers. Both TonePort models include Line 6 GearBox modeling software, which provides a must-have collection of guitar and bass amp/cab models, stompbox and studio effects, and models of high-end studio microphone preamps.
TonePort UX1 features a high-quality microphone input with preamp, a guitar/bass instrument input, stereo line inputs and outputs, stereo  headphone jack, and an analog merge monitoring input. TonePort UX2 adds more features like analog VU meters, a second microphone input and preamp, phantom power for both preamps, stereo digital S/PDIF out, dual footswitch jacks for controlling start/stop and punch in/out, and independent volume controls for the headphone and main outputs. Both units support 44.1/48KHz with 16/24-bit recording, a 96KHz mode, and drivers for ASIO, WDM, and Core Audio.
Included with every TonePort is Line 6 GearBox software that delivers world-class studio tone with a hardware-like, simple to operate user interface. GearBox includes 16 amp models from the studio-standard PODxt, 5 amp models from Bass PODxt, 6 models of the most in-demand microphone preamps ever created, and 24 faithful sounding effects that range from distortion to tape echo with up to 10 at once for adding the perfect vibe to any track. TonePort UX1 and UX2 both ship with Ableton Live Lite – Line 6 Edition recording software for a complete recording experience right out of the box.
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Line 6 introduces latest ToneCore Stompboxes
Line 6, inventors of digital modeling guitars, amplifiers, and effects, announced the latest additions to the ToneCore series of stompboxes. Building on Line 6’s award-winning effects from PODxt and Vetta, the ToneCore pedals provide guitarists of all ages and playing styles, unique Line 6 tones, advanced sound and extraordinary control in an ultra-tough, built-like-a-tank package.
Dr. Distorto
--Classic distortion tones with built-in harmonic feedback and sustain--
Dr. Distorto features simple yet versatile Level, Tone and Drive controls that deliver classic, singing lead-type distortion tones. Unique to Dr. Distorto is the ability to achieve incredible sustain at any distortion level using the innovative harmonic feedback circuit with Rise, Fall, and Blend controls, plus selectable Off, Sustain, and Octave options. Dr. Distorto also features a built-in noise gate with selectable Off, Mild, and Clamp settings, and can be powered by a standard 9 Volt battery, or optional DC-1 power supply.
Otto Filter
 --Vintage and modern auto wah filters in a single stompbox--
Otto Filter delivers a cornucopia of auto wah filter effects with Sensitivity, Range, and Peak knobs for simple, yet versatile filter shaping control. Otto Filter features Band Pass (state variable), Low Pass (ladder), and custom Line 6 Twin Filter models, and a selectable Up/Down switch that brings ultra-funky and experimental sounds to any pedal board. Otto Filter can be powered by a standard 9 Volt battery, or optional DC-1 power supply.
LIQUA-FLANGER
--Classic and modern flange tones with built-in tap tempo--
Liqua-Flanger features Digital, Liquid, and Analog models all with pass-through-zero flanging and selectable negative or positive polarity. Controls for Time, Speed (with LFO off position), Feedback, and Depth allow for simple yet versatile tone shaping. Unique to Liqua-Flanger is an innovative wave shape control that delivers 11 selectable waveforms including saw down, saw up, envelope down, envelope up, sine, step, random, vintage, chorus, trigger up, and trigger down. Liqua-Flanger also features a two-in-one on/off and tap tempo footswitch, stereo ins and outs, and can be powered by a standard 9 Volt battery, or optional DC-1 power supply.
ROTO-MACHINE
--Classic rotating speaker sounds with built-in tap tempo--
Roto-Machine delivers huge, three-dimensional rotating speaker sounds with 145, L16, and 122 filter models. From dreamy clean to swirling overdrive, Roto-Machine features separate controls for Fast and Slow speeds, Drive, and a Blend knob for fine-tuning the drum to horn mix. A selectable Fast, Medium, or Slow switch allows fine-tuning of the ramp time. The innovative two-in-one footswitch switches between Fast and Slow speeds yielding authentic rotating speaker sounds right from any pedalboard. Roto-Machine can be powered by a standard 9 Volt battery, or the optional DC-1 power supply.
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Line 6 Unveils Spider II HD75 Head and 4x12 MKII Cabinet
--The species evolves with a pro half-stack at an entry-level price--
Line 6, inventors of digital modeling guitars and amplifiers, announced the newest addition to its popular Spider II series. The all-new Spider II HD75 head and 4x12 MkII cabinet offer superior amp tones, premium effects and professional features at an entry-level price.
“The Spider II HD75 and cab delivers instant access to professionally ‘dialed-in’ tones and features in a killer, half-stack setup that any aspiring guitarist can afford,” explains Darrell Smith, amplification and sound design manager, Line 6.
Spider II HD75 delivers an unprecedented amount of independent amp channels for its price range. Each of the four amp channel models (Clean, Crunch, Metal, and Insane) come preset with tone and effects settings carefully crafted by expert Line 6 sound designers. "You get instant recall of preset tones that are essential for any guitarist," says Smith. Channel recall also allows users to create and store their own customized amp and effects settings for each model.
This powerful head also features a distortion boost, noise gate, and Line 6's revolutionary Smart Control FX (six different effect types, two simultaneous) including, Phaser, Chorus/Flanger, Tremolo, Sweep Echo, Tape Echo, and Reverb. All effects can be easily tweaked and delay times can be adjusted using tap tempo.
Spider II HD75 (75-watts mono) also features a CD/MP3 input jack, a headphone out which also doubles as a line level recording output, and a footswitch jack that’s compatible with the FBV2 and FBV4 foot controllers.
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MAPEX DRUMS INTRODUCES M-BIRCH SERIES, AND THE 6-for-5 PROMOTION
Mapex recently announced the introduction of the all-new M-Birch series of drums. The M-Birch line will feature all birch drum shells, providing amazing attack and clarity. The drums also feature an exterior maple veneer that is finished in one of five high-gloss transparent lacquer colors. M-Birch drum sets will be offered in five configurations; 6-piece Studio, 5-piece Standard, 5-piece Fusion, 5-piece Fusionease and a 5-piece Jazz.
Throughout 2005, consumers will be offered a “6 for 5” promotion. Consumers purchasing a 5-piece Fusion, 5-piece Fusionease, or 5-piece Jazz will receive a free matching 8-inch tom. Purchasers of a 5-piece Standard will receive a free 10-inch tom. All free add-on toms will be equipped with a TH684 tom arm and an AC901 multiclamp. The promotion will run throughout the entire year. 5-piece M-Birch drum sets will carry an MSRP starting from $1199.00 and the 6-piece studio kit will retail at $1599.00.
“M-Birch represents a very exciting addition to the Mapex Family” states Jeff Sazant, Vice President of SF marketing’s MI Division. “They are incredibly beautiful drums, featuring gorgeous lacquer finishes. The maple clad Birch ply shells have a distinctive and rich musical tone. With the added bonus of the 6-for-5 promotion that we are running throughout 2005, Mapex’s Maple-Birch kits are clearly the best value on the market today!”
Mapex Artist Relations and Product Manager Joe Hibbs was very excited about the introduction of the M-Birch sets and about the prospects for Mapex in 2005. “We had an overwhelming reaction at PASIC to our player-inspired drum set configurations and colors, people were blown away. Introducing these M-Birch kits will continue this momentum. At the MAP price that we have laid out, there is no comparison, the M-Birch drums are the best value in the marketplace at that price point.”  (06/2005)
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Line 6 Announces Bass PODxt Live, Pro Tone And Features From The Studio To The Stage Floor
--Professional multi-effect floor unit for the ultimate bass tone--
Line 6, inventors of the first digital modeling bass, guitar and amplifier, announced today the newest addition to the POD family, Bass PODXT Live. Bass PODXT Live is a multi-effect floor processor that provides premium bass tone and professional features in one rugged, stage-ready unit. With features from Line 6’s studio standard Bass PODXT, Bass PODXT Live delivers an amazing range of stompbox, studio, synth effects, bass amplifier and cabinet models, plus a digital Variax Bass 700 input, and USB computer connectivity.
Bass PODXT Live can be used as the ultimate multi-effect pedal for any bass amp, a complete direct PA solution, or creative recording device for studio work. Bass PODXT Live provides over 50 sought-after models of stompbox, synth, and studio effects. Bass PODXT Live includes a must-have collection of compressor, chorus, flanger, distortion, synth, filter, rotary, and delay effects.
Bass PODXT Live also delivers a comprehensive collection of bass amp models that have been used on countless hit recordings. Based on the most prized bass amplifiers in history, Bass PODXT Live features 28 amp models, 22 cab models and 4 microphone model options providing a complete tonal palette for any type of live gig or studio session. The effects can be positioned in front (stomp), and behind (post) the amp and cab models, offering organic and classic bass tones. Bass PODXT Live also features a dedicated compressor, 6 band semi-parametric EQ, plus discreet dry and modeled outputs.
Bass PODXT Live provides access to 64 channel memories via gig-ready channel footswitches. Features also include a large backlit display, dedicated stompbox on/off switches, combination volume/expression/wah pedal, tap tempo/silent tuner switch, an expression pedal input, 1/4-inch analog Amp/Line outs, headphone out, aux input for CD/Mp3 playback, MIDI, and USB computer connectivity for digital I/O.
In addition to the standard analog bass input, a Line 6 Variax modeling bass digital input seamlessly integrates Variax's collection of basses with Bass PODXT Live’s assortment of amps, cabs, and effects. This entire setup can be instantly transformed into virtually any setup imaginable with just the press of a footswitch.
"Bass PODXT Live provides a gig-ready interface that is extremely portable and flexible to different stage and studio environments," says Tommy Edwards, associate product manager, Line 6. "Bass PODXT Live is the best way for players to take total control of their tone at the gig or during a recording session," said Edwards. (06/2005)
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July 2005
NEW Neutrik's XX Series!
 The new XX series is the successor of Neutrik’s well established X series, the universally-accepted industry standard for professional XLR cable connectors.
The new XX series, which was partly developed in response to suggestions Neutrik received from its customers, offers several new features over the X series while remaining within the same price range.
Features and benefits
- New attractive and sleek design;
- Simple and ruggedized die cast housings with internal thread for longer life;
- Unique cage-type female contacts with 7 independent contact springs for a low contact resistance and high integrity.
- Solder barrier to prevent solder to run into the contact areas;
- New improved chuck-type strain relief with higher pull out force.
- Improved ratchet lock to prevent accidental opening of the strain relief;
- Improved keying;
- New latch locking;
- Additional ground spring contacts;
- Improved locking area on male housing - no damage possible;
- New colored coding rings on 10 resistors colors, which can be added to cables. (07/2005)
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June 2005
Tanglewood Guitars Unveils New Premiere Series @ MIAC 2005- booth # 436
Tanglewood Guitars will be unveiling the new Premiere Series at the 2005 MIAC Show in Toronto, August 21-22. Tanglewood Guitars have earned the reputation as Europe’s best selling brand of quality acoustic guitars and are rapidly establishing a reputation for affordable high quality acoustic guitars in North America.
The mid-priced Tanglewood Premiere Series offers design elements found on the highest quality acoustic guitars and insisted on by the discerning player. All instruments in this series feature solid tone wood tops of spruce or cedar, Grover machine heads, Abalone headstock logo, and other premium appointments. The Premiere Series starts at $499.00 MSRP for the TW115-NS dreadnought size model that features a solid spruce top with mahogany sides in a satin finish. Also included in the Premiere suite of instruments is a folk sized, Superfolk and Super Jumbo. The TW-155-AB Acoustic Bass rounds out the line. All Premiere Series acoustic/electric guitars are appointed with B Band pickup systems.
“The Premiere range of guitars is an incredibly exciting addition to the Tanglewood family”, states Jeff Sazant, Vice President of SF marketing’s MI Division . “These new models are jam packed with high end features, and range from $499.00 to $699.00 MSRP. This positions them squarely between the existing Indiana entry level models, and Sundance premium models. We feel that these new models offer extraordinary value and will help establish Tanglewood as one of the most complete and compelling lines of Acoustic guitars to enter the North American Market in some time”.
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MAPEX DRUMS INTRODUCES M-BIRCH SERIES, AND THE 6-for-5 PROMOTION
Mapex recently announced the introduction of the all-new M-Birch series of drums. The M-Birch line will feature all birch drum shells, providing amazing attack and clarity. The drums also feature an exterior maple veneer that is finished in one of five high-gloss transparent lacquer colors. M-Birch drum sets will be offered in five configurations; 6-piece Studio, 5-piece Standard, 5-piece Fusion, 5-piece Fusionease and a 5-piece Jazz.
Throughout 2005, consumers will be offered a “6 for 5” promotion. Consumers purchasing a 5-piece Fusion, 5-piece Fusionease, or 5-piece Jazz will receive a free matching 8-inch tom. Purchasers of a 5-piece Standard will receive a free 10-inch tom. All free add-on toms will be equipped with a TH684 tom arm and an AC901 multiclamp. The promotion will run throughout the entire year. 5-piece M-Birch drum sets will carry an MSRP starting from $1199.00 and the 6-piece studio kit will retail at $1599.00.
“M-Birch represents a very exciting addition to the Mapex Family” states Jeff Sazant, Vice President of SF marketing’s MI Division. “They are incredibly beautiful drums, featuring gorgeous lacquer finishes. The maple clad Birch ply shells have a distinctive and rich musical tone. With the added bonus of the 6-for-5 promotion that we are running throughout 2005, Mapex’s Maple-Birch kits are clearly the best value on the market today!”
Mapex Artist Relations and Product Manager Joe Hibbs was very excited about the introduction of the M-Birch sets and about the prospects for Mapex in 2005. “We had an overwhelming reaction at PASIC to our player-inspired drum set configurations and colors, people were blown away. Introducing these M-Birch kits will continue this momentum. At the MAP price that we have laid out, there is no comparison, the M-Birch drums are the best value in the marketplace at that price point.” (06/2005)
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Line 6 Announces Bass PODxt Live, Pro Tone And Features From The Studio To The Stage Floor
--Professional multi-effect floor unit for the ultimate bass tone--
Line 6, inventors of the first digital modeling bass, guitar and amplifier, announced today the newest addition to the POD family, Bass PODXT Live. Bass PODXT Live is a multi-effect floor processor that provides premium bass tone and professional features in one rugged, stage-ready unit. With features from Line 6’s studio standard Bass PODXT, Bass PODXT Live delivers an amazing range of stompbox, studio, synth effects, bass amplifier and cabinet models, plus a digital Variax Bass 700 input, and USB computer connectivity.
Bass PODXT Live can be used as the ultimate multi-effect pedal for any bass amp, a complete direct PA solution, or creative recording device for studio work. Bass PODXT Live provides over 50 sought-after models of stompbox, synth, and studio effects. Bass PODXT Live includes a must-have collection of compressor, chorus, flanger, distortion, synth, filter, rotary, and delay effects.
Bass PODXT Live also delivers a comprehensive collection of bass amp models that have been used on countless hit recordings. Based on the most prized bass amplifiers in history, Bass PODXT Live features 28 amp models, 22 cab models and 4 microphone model options providing a complete tonal palette for any type of live gig or studio session. The effects can be positioned in front (stomp), and behind (post) the amp and cab models, offering organic and classic bass tones. Bass PODXT Live also features a dedicated compressor, 6 band semi-parametric EQ, plus discreet dry and modeled outputs.
Bass PODXT Live provides access to 64 channel memories via gig-ready channel footswitches. Features also include a large backlit display, dedicated stompbox on/off switches, combination volume/expression/wah pedal, tap tempo/silent tuner switch, an expression pedal input, 1/4-inch analog Amp/Line outs, headphone out, aux input for CD/Mp3 playback, MIDI, and USB computer connectivity for digital I/O.
In addition to the standard analog bass input, a Line 6 Variax modeling bass digital input seamlessly integrates Variax's collection of basses with Bass PODXT Live’s assortment of amps, cabs, and effects. This entire setup can be instantly transformed into virtually any setup imaginable with just the press of a footswitch.
"Bass PODXT Live provides a gig-ready interface that is extremely portable and flexible to different stage and studio environments," says Tommy Edwards, associate product manager, Line 6. "Bass PODXT Live is the best way for players to take total control of their tone at the gig or during a recording session," said Edwards. (06/2005)
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LINE 6 UNVEILS WORLD’S FIRST MODELING BASS, VARIAX BASS 700
Instant access to 24 in-demand bass sounds ranging from vintage and modern instrument models to acoustic upright and synth
 Variax Bass 700 is the first bass that accurately models vintage and modern electric basses, an acoustic upright, plus synth bass tones. Variax Bass 700 is the instrument that is ready at a moment’s notice for any live performance or recording situations. Variax Bass 700 is a breakthrough product for any bassist, as it provides instant access to sounds never before available in a single instrument. Its simple, stand-alone operation offers 24 authentic bass sounds all in a single, professional grade instrument. Its output can be sent direct to any standard bass amplifier, mixing console, or recording device. “Variax Bass 700’s simple layout combines the best of passive and active electronic controls in one practical, problem-solving, pro quality system,” said Rich Lasner, director of instrument product lines, Line 6. “No other bass enables artists playing live or in the studio to instantly call up a modern 4-string, vintage 8-string, acoustic upright, fretless, or synth bass,” explains Lasner. Variax Bass 700 uses Line 6's patented guitar modeling technology to offer bassists instant access to models of a world-class collection of the greatest bass instruments and sounds in recorded history. Variax Bass 700 features an alder body, maple neck with rosewood fingerboard, and sealed chrome tuners. Custom-fitted gig bag and direct box with 1/4-inch and XLR outputs included. Available in black or sunburst finishes. (06/2005)
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Line 6 VARIAX WORKBENCH
Guitarists will now have the tools to customize their Variax guitar on a PC or MAC
Line 6, manufacturers of the world's first modeling guitars and amplifiers, announced the launch of Variax Workbench, the first interactive, virtual custom shop available exclusively for Line 6’s Variax 300, 500 and 700 electric guitars.
This unique product provides guitarists with their own interactive guitar custom shop with all the tools needed to easily create, store, and share guitars they’ve completely customized using a computer. Variax Workbench provides access to an amazing collection of pickups, controls, and bodies allowing guitarists to mix and match parts to create their ideal tone. In real time, guitarists can listen to and tweak the placement and settings of each until they’ve come up with a guitar that is truly unique and meets their creative needs. “With Variax Workbench, guitarists can easily create unlimited custom guitar models for the Variax,” said Marcus Ryle, senior vice president, product development, Line 6. “Ever wonder what a single-coil pickup would sound like on a hollow-body tuned a whole octave down? Probably not. That's because it wasn't a reality… until now.” In addition to the customization of bodies, pickups and sound, guitarists will also be able to create and store custom tunings. Now the T-model setting can be in Open G, the Spank model can be tuned a half-step down, and the Lester model can go to Drop D. Guitarists will be able to create, store, share and backup thousands of guitar models using Workbench's Librarian. It easily keeps track of their custom guitars, stores them on the computer's hard drive, makes them e-mailable to others, or can be used to create a CD-ROM backup to load customized guitars and tunings into any Variax. Workbench enables guitarists to fill each slot on the Variax Model knob and five-way switch with a custom guitar of their own creation. Variax Workbench is a combination USB interface and software package that allows guitarists to see and hear the physical changes to their custom guitar in real time. It is compatible with both Windows PC and Mac OSX computers. A software only version will become available at a later date for Vetta II and PODxt Live owners. (06/2005)
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NS Design introduces Bass Cello
NS Design is pleased to announce the world debut of the Bass Cello, a unique new instrument. "The Bass Cello allows any bass or cello player access to the exciting world of bowed electric sound," says Ned Steinberger, creator of the NS Bass Cello. The new 5 string instrument has a 34 inch scale set up especially for bowing. The instrument also performs particularly well as a pizzicato bass instrument and can be tuned in fourths like a standard bass, or in fifths like a cello. The proprietary NS Polar™ piezo and EMG™ magnetic pickup systems along with the on board preamp allow the player to select attack and decay parameters to compliment both arco and pizzicato technique.
All NS instruments feature a full range of ergonomically designed stands, and the new NS shoulder strap system for cello and bass. (06/2005)
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MAPEX 15 TH ANNIVERSARY DRUM KIT
Since 1989, Mapex—the revolutionary drum company—has been innovating and advancing the development of drums for 15 years. To celebrate this milestone, Mapex has created a 15 th Anniversary Quilted Maple Limited Edition drum kit.
Mapex’s lacquer experts employ high-gloss finishing techniques over Quilted Maple veneers, creating two unique and elegant finishes: Autumn Fade and Jade Fade. These gorgeously finished anniversary kits feature a special configuration of durable 550-series hardware to ensure the resonant purity of each shell.
Mapex’s 15 th Anniversary kits are offered in two specifications: the FUSION PM5224LE and the FUSIONEASE PM5245LE. These drums proudly commemorate 15 years of manufacturing quality and experience with a specially-designed Anniversary Badge. Proud owners of this drum kit can receive an Anniversary Certificate, signed by the Mapex factory manager.
The 15 th Anniversary drum kits will be limited to 300 kits total. Don’t pass up the opportunity to own this stunning high-end drum kit ! (06/2005)
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MAPEX INTRODUCES FIVE NEW BLACK PANTHER SNARE MODELS
 
Mapex announced the addition of five new snare drums to its popular Black Panther lineup. The new models include three new Premium Series Maple Snares, a 10 x 5.5-inch, 13 x 5.5-inch and a 14 x 6.5-inch; a new Deep Forest 14 x 6.5-inch Walnut Snare and a Premium Series 13 x 5.5-inch Brass model. With the release of these drums, Mapex has expanded the Black Panther line to include a group of premium-quality snares that are simpler in design.
These drums still offer the entire array of features that make Black Panther a great snare drum. They have incorporated popular and time-tested cosmetic features such as natural wood grains and chrome hardware without sacrificing the drum sound, feel or reliability. By Mapex making these snares simpler, all drummers can now enjoy the experience of owning a Black Panther. All five models feature chrome hardware, single-point-of-contact lugs and 2.3mm Mapex Powerhoops. All Black Panther Snare Drums are equipped with Remo â heads.
The black-plated 13 x 5.5-inch brass snare (BPBR3551C) and the natural grain 13 x 5.5-inch maple snare (BPML3550CWN) feature a tight, full sound and are perfect for musicians that need a smaller diameter main snare. The 14 x 6.5-inch maple (BPML4650CWN) and the 14 x 6.5-inch walnut (BPWT4650CWN) are ideal multipurpose snares that are capable of delivering whisper-soft brushwork as well as bashing backbeats. A must have sidekick snare drum, the 10 x 5.5-inch maple (BPML0550CWN) comes with its own mounting bracket and can be mounted on a tom holder or sit in a snare basket. Either way, it produces tight and crisp rim-shots as well as subtle and articulate ghost notes.
The Black Panther line of snares has quickly become synonymous with the highest of quality and performance. The product developing team of Black Panther has dedicated themselves to focus on the drummers’ needs and building a line that addresses those needs. (06/2005)
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April 2005
MOOG MUSIC ® RACKS UP MINIMOOG VOYAGER®
 The critically acclaimed, award winning MiniMoog® Voyager is now available in a new 19” Rack Mount Edition. The Rack Mount Edition (RME) is five units high and, with optional wood sides, doubles as a tabletop synth. The stunning backlit front panel includes all of the front panel controls of the Voyager (with the exception of the touch surface). Presets from the Voyager are useable in the Rack Mount Edition. Multiple RMEs can be chained together with MIDI to achieve polyphony.
The RME’s rear panel delivers all of the same extensive input/output resources that are available on the Voyager via its MIDI IN, THRU, and OUT connectors, four audio input and output jacks, and two accessory port connectors. The output accessory port connects the RME’s 21 control and gate outputs to the VX-351 Voyager CV Output Expander, while the input accessory port connects the 18 control and gate inputs to the VX-352 Voyager CV Input Expander (available soon).
The RME features audio outputs that are switchable between -2dBm unbalanced (musical instrument) and +4dBm balanced 600 W (professional audio) configurations.
Bob Moog states, “The Rack Mount Edition is designed for current Voyager owners interested in expanding their setup, giggers who desire portability, and anyone who is looking for an exceptional value in a state-of-the-art analog synthesizer.” Pricing for the Rack Mount Edition has yet to be determined; Moog Music expects to be shipping the new product in March.
Moog Music Inc. designs and manufactures timeless electronic musical instruments, including the Etherwave ® theremins, Moogerfooger ® analog effects, the MiniMoog Voyager and the Moog PianoBar TM. (04/2005)
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