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Product Archives 2006October 2006
September 2006
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October 2006 SF Marketing Inc. Announces Latest Addition to its Musical Instruments Division SF Marketing Inc., one of Canada’s leading distributors of musical instruments and accessories, introduced the newest additions to their MI Division at the MIAC 2006 show. As part of their strategy for expansion into the branded accessory market, SF Marketing is proud to announce the arrival of Cleartone ™ guitar strings. Cleartone Guitar StringsTired of always replacing your strings? Cleartone Treated Strings feature a protective film called EMP – Enhanced Molecular Protection. By bonding to the molecules in the metal, EMP resists corrosion and withstands hard strumming better than coatings thousands of times thicker helping to prolong tonal life. At one micron thin, it is up to one thousand times thinner than coated strings. In fact, EMP treated strings last as long or longer than any other string brand on the market, but feel and sound like an uncoated set. This gives guitarists exactly what they want - killer tone with an incredible lifespan. Guitarists no longer have to compromise between durability and tone. Also, unlike coated strings, the EMP treatment works equally with both acoustic and electric strings. Furman Announces the SPB-8C Pedal Board Furman Sound is pleased to announce the successor to their SPB-8 stereo pedal board: the SPB-8C. Building on the original technology, the new pedal board features a hardshell case, more outlets, completely isolated jacks, and ultra low-noise performance for professional musicians. Featuring solid, robust construction, the SPB-8C is built to last and maintain optimum performance under abusive The new pedal board offers two levels of surge and short circuit protection, in addition to Furman's standard level of RFI/EMI filtering, to provide a clean, noiseless signal. The SPB-8C powers DC pedals without hum by utilizing a high-quality toroid transformer. Each DC output is rated at 120 mA, and is individually protected against shorts, guaranteeing that if one output fails, the remaining will continue to function. In addition, the DC outputs are individually isolated, which completely eliminates noisy ground loops. The board also includes four AC outlets, spaced widely enough to accommodate bulky "wall wart" transformers. Specifically, the SPB-8C features a new durable hardshell case which is large enough to accommodate the pedal board and all attached effects, allowing the musician to keep all pedals and stompboxes connected instead of having to reconstruct at each gig. A retractable handle and inline skate wheels allow for easy transport, while heavy-duty latches ensure the case will remain securely closed when not in use. The new SPB-8C is available through SF Marketing. SF Marketing Inc., a leading distributor of musical instruments and accessories in Canada, has announced at MIAC 2006, the exciting new addition to their existing line of e lectric bowed instruments : the WAV 4 Series double bass from NS Design . The WAV Series’ professional quality instruments share the essential design features of the original CR Series, thus meeting the needs of accomplished musicians and student players at a very attractive price. The initial offering of the WAV series is the full scale, WAV 4 electric double bass featuring Marc-André Fournier, Product Manager for the NS Design line at SF Marketing, comments, "These basses are simply amazing for such an affordable price! The WAV series now puts the NS Design quality within reach of any musician. The sound that comes out of these basses is HUGE and the Polar pickup is extremely effective with the instrument’s passive circuit. As with all NS Design instruments, the quality of construction on the WAV is top notch and the bass plays like butter. Ned Steinberger has truly produced another classic!" At a suggested retail price of $1395 CDN, the WAV 4 Bass will include a foldable tripod stand and a padded gig bag. Shipping is scheduled for winter 2006/2007. LINE 6 ANNOUNCES GUITARPORT™ XT: THE TOTAL GUITAR EXPERIENCE FOR MAC™ AND PC GuitarPort XT delivers 18 classic and modern guitar amp models, 24 cab models, and 28 must-have studio and stompbox effects. Plus, included tools such as a chromatic tuner, hum reducer, metronome, and riff looper with half-speed playback ensure a great musical experience. "We’ve taken the studio standard digital modeling we perfected with With the optional GuitarPort Online™ membership, the musical possibilities of GuitarPort XT are almost limitless. Using an Internet connection, GuitarPort Online members can immerse themselves in a world of guitar tones, tracks and tablature. An incredible collection of loops, grooves, in-depth artist lessons, and original Line 6 songs are instantly available for jamming. The online library also features hundreds of the world’s greatest guitar songs. Ranging from blues to hardcore to modern rock and country, most tracks are available with and without guitar. At a MSRP of $159 CDN (hardware/software package), GuitarPort XT will be available in Fall 2006 from SF Marketing Inc. LINE 6 AND SONOMA WIRE WORKS ANNOUNCE GUITARPORT RIFFTRACKER VERSION 2 Line 6 Inc., the leader in digital modeling instruments and professional recording products, and Sonoma Wire Works, developers of RiffWorks™, recently announced the anticipated release of the latest version of its computer-based recording system, GuitarPort RiffTracker™. GuitarPort RiffTracker 2 is an all-in-one rig that lets guitarists quickly record their musical ideas. It consists of GuitarPort ® hardware, which connects a guitar to a PC or Mac ®, GearBox™ modeling software, and RiffWorks 2 – Line 6 Edition recording software by Sonoma Wire Works. GuitarPort RiffTracker 2 is unique in its ease of configuration because it’s a complete hardware/software solution. GuitarPort RiffTracker 2 includes the award-winning GuitarPort hardware. This guitar-focused USB recording interface is powered by a laptop or desktop computer, and has all of the connections needed to track guitar and monitor the results using speakers or headphones. The included GearBox modeling software provides a complete amp, stompbox and effects rig based on the studio-standard, POD ® xt. With integrated RiffLink™ technology, RiffWorks 2 users will be able to jam together online with no technical challenges regardless of their platform (Windows ® XP or Mac ® OS X). RiffLink collaboration will allow multiple users to record and mix in a shared session in real-time or when they have time. Collaboration sessions can also be created as public or private. GuitarPort RiffTracker 2 also offers one click podcasting and webcasting. RiffCaster™ broadcasting service allows instant publishing via podcasts, webcasts, and personal web pages at the press of a button – all with embedded Creative Commons ® licensing. “We’ve heard several great songs produced by RiffWorks users who say it’s their first time ever recording. Many musicians post their first song on RiffCaster the same night they install RiffWorks,” says Doug Wright, President of Sonoma Wire Works. “And now with RiffLink they can collaborate with friends, too!” RiffTracker Version 2 is available for Mac ® OS X as well as Windows ® XP and includes RiffLink online collaboration for 30 days and RiffCaster instant podcasting technology. Any version of RiffWorks or GuitarPort RiffTracker purchased on or after February 1 st, 2006 will be upgraded for free to RiffWorks Version 2 - Line 6 Edition. At a MSRP of $319 CDN, The GuitarPort RiffTracker 2 will be available in Fall 2006 from SF Marketing Inc. About Sonoma Wire Works LINE 6 UNVEILS AFFORDABLE TONE SOLUTION FOR GUITARISTS: FLOOR POD® Floor POD can be used as a simple multi-effect pedal for any guitar amp, a complete direct to PA and recording tone solution, or the ultimate headphone practice partner at home. "For the beginning guitarist, having the sounds of their favorite artists has traditionally presented a huge financial barrier," explained Tom Edwards, Product Manager for Line 6. "Now with our low-cost Floor POD, truly inspiring sounds are within reach of any aspiring guitarist." Inside the modern black exterior of Floor POD live 12 of the most desired amp and cab models from the critically acclaimed POD 2.0, including the popular Insane model. Line 6’s revolutionary Smart Control FX (7 types, 2 simultaneous) include Phaser, Chorus, Flanger, Tremolo, Delay, and Reverb – all effects can be easily tweaked and delay times can be adjusted using tap tempo. When it’s time to solo, users can instantly turn up and unleash using the built-in Volume/Wah pedal. Floor POD also features 64 custom-made presets, 3 preset/channel footswitches, on board tuner, CD/MP3 input jack for jamming, stereo 1/4-inch outs, chrome knobs, and a heavy duty chrome handlebar for the guitarist on the go. “From jamming at home, plugged in front of an amp, to practically anything with power and speakers, Floor POD easily delivers massive, jaw-dropping tone,” said Edwards. At a MSRP of $325 CDN the Floor POD® will be available in Fall 2006 from SF Marketing Inc. September 2006 Mapex Introduces the Black Panther Limited Edition G2 Dynamic Tribal Snare
Round Bearing Edge Powerhoops G2 Etching Technology Head and Snare Drum Case Suggested retail price for the G2 Dynamic Snare is $579 CDN and includes the limited edition Black Panther case. Line 6 Announces TonePort™ KB37 Audio & Keyboard Interface Line 6 Inc., the leader in digital modeling instruments and professional recording products, has recently announced the TonePort KB37, the latest addition to the award-winning TonePort line of USB recording and modeling interfaces. TonePort KB37 delivers world-class Line 6 guitar, bass, and vocal tone with the added convenience of an integrated 37-note keyboard controller. Compatible with Mac® and PC computers, TonePort KB37 allows any musician from beginner to pro to easily record studio quality tracks. TonePort KB37 comes with Line 6 GearBox™ modeling software, which provides a must-have collection of 18 guitar amp and 5 bass amp models, 30 stompbox and studio effects, and 6 high-end studio microphone preamp models. Plus, with Line 6’s exclusive ToneDirect™ monitoring, guitarists can record in real-time with amps and multiple effects without the latency associated with standard computer plug-ins. TonePort KB37 also includes an expression input for controlling GearBox’s wah and volume pedal effects. "TonePort KB37 enables musicians to create and capture whatever they need from guitar and bass, to vocals and now keyboard parts easily with world-class studio results," said Mark McCrite, POD® and PC Product Line Manager for Line 6. Features include two high-quality XLR microphone inputs with phantom power, a guitar/bass instrument input, stereo line inputs and outputs, stereo digital S/PDIF out, stereo headphone jack, analog VU meters, dual footswitch jacks, expression pedal jack, patch select and transport control buttons, pitch bend/modulation wheels, and four assignable real-time knobs and buttons. TonePort KB37 will be available Fall 2006 through SF Marketing Inc. Line 6 Announces Gearbox™ Plug-In Bundles "With GearBox Plug-In, users will have instant access to an incredible selection of vintage and modern gear models right in their software-based recording app," said Mark McCrite, Product Line Manager for Line 6. The included USB hardware interface completes the package by delivering an optimized guitar/bass instrument input. "With the included interface, GearBox gives you the option to use Line 6’s exclusive ToneDirect monitoring so musicians can get an inspiring tone without the latency issues that can ruin a great performance." GearBox Plug-In Silver and Gold bundles include an extraordinary collection of professionally programmed presets. Plus, presets created during the recording process can easily be moved into other Line 6 products like POD XT Live for total portability to the stage. The Silver bundle provides a hand-picked model selection, while the Gold bundle delivers a comprehensive array for the ultimate tone palette. At a MSRP of $419.99 CDN and $699.99 CDN for the Silver and Gold Bundles respectively, both packages include the TonePort™ DI USB guitar interface and are compatible with the most popular Mac® and Windows® recording programs. GearBox Plug-In Bundles will be available Fall 2006 through SF Marketing Inc. July 2006 Mapex Announces the Limited Edition Saturn Sub-Sonic KitsDorval, QC - Mapex proudly announces the Special Edition Saturn Sub-Sonic. The Saturn Sub-Sonic drums feature a massive 24” x 20” bass drum, 14” rack tom, 16” and 18” floor toms, and a deep 14” x 7” snare. Specially designed for professional touring, the Saturn’s 5.1mm ultra-thin 6-ply shells provide a dynamic range of sound. Four exterior plies of North American maple wrap around two thin interior plies of high-quality walnut, creating a shell with incredible full-bodied tone and extra low-end punch. The Sub-Sonic’s 45º bearing edges allow for optimal shell contact with its Remo Weatherking Ambassador drumheads. When tuned up high, the toms sing brightly; when tuned down, they hum with a deep, dark, fat precision. “I absolutely LOVE the new Saturn Special Edition drum set! First and foremost, I really think that the 24” x 20” bass drum has a lot of great low-end sound and tone,” commented Greg Bissonette (Joe Satriani, Santana, Ringo Starr) after testing a Sub-Sonic prototype. “I would love to use it on a great heavy rock CD or tour [but] there are many styles of music that I think it would be great for. I really am impressed by the wonderful finishes too! This kit is a drummer’s dream come true!” The Saturn Sub-Sonic is offered in two vintage-style sparkle finishes: Root Beer Sparkle and Regal Blue Sparkle. These new hand-rubbed finishes are the result of a distinctive lacquering technique that leaves the drums with a sandpaper-like texture and feel. This special edition kit also comes with a free 5-piece drum bag set, convenient for touring drummers. As a limited edition, there are only 100 Sub-Sonic kits available worldwide, and 20 of these will be made available in Canada. Suggested Retail Price is $3,699 CDN.
Juin 2006 Schecter Introduces New Export Series Guitars and BassesSchecter Guitar Research, recognized as one of the finest guitar producers in the world, has introduced their new Export Series of electric guitars and basses. These exciting new models join Schecter's existing lineup in Canada, but will not be available in the United States. "These new Export Series instruments are simply gorgeous and a joy to play," states Jeff Sazant, VP of the Musical Instrument division at SF Marketing, Schecter's exclusive Canadian Distributor. "They come out of the box set up to play, and the pickups are very high output. Everyone who has played them thus far has been impressed with every facet of the guitar. We are thrilled that Schecter has spearheaded this entry into more popular price points, and believe that dealers and musicians will be delighted with these extraordinary instruments." Export Series models include many of Schecter's most popular shapes and styles including several 7-string models, Floyd Rose equipped models, and left handed models. The entire range is positioned between $479 MSRP and $749 MSRP. The new Export Series is available through SF Marketing Inc. May 2006 Stagg introduces StaggCase™ Advanced Concept Drum CasesSTAGG® musical instruments, announces the release of a new breed of hard shell drum and hardware cases featuring the internationally patented ‘X-Centric Stacking System’. This new design concept is set to establish an industry benchmark for safety and convenience. Unique features include: STAGG’s patented X-Centric design providing stacking capability and stability, convex shaped top shell to protect against compressive force from above, water transport channels to avoid liquid pooling on the top, shock absorbent support zones to disperse external shock to the case and drums, adjustable large format buckles at the end of each strap for flexibility of shell depth as well as recessed transport wheels for bass drum and large floor tom cases. All drum cases feature sturdy “D” rings allowing the owner to pass a cable through their cases and lock it in place with a padlock, or to secure their cases to the inside of a truck for transport. Hardware cases are designed with I-beam and triangle construction for maximum horizontal and vertical strength. These cases also feature recessed wheels, surface nubs and receivers upon which drum cases can be securely stacked. Height Extension and Stacking Tray Extensions are available for the 40” hardware case for added hardware or can be used as a backline case for cables, mic stands, etc. April 2006 LINE 6 ANNOUNCES VARIAX WORKBENCH 1.5: THE WORLD’S FIRST INTERACTIVE CUSTOM SHOP FOR BOTH ELECTRIC AND ACOUSTIC VARIAX GUITARS MAPEX INTRODUCES NEW QR DRUM SERIES Mapex has announced its new QR Drum Series targeted primarily to attract the first-time drum buyer and satisfy the percussion retailer in need of an economical, full-featured drum set for the teaching studio environment.
The QR Series is available in three five-piece configurations. The Standard configuration (QR5254TC) comes with a 22 x 16 bass drum, 12 x 9 and 13 x 10 tom toms, a 16 x 16 floor tom, and a 14 x 5.5 snare drum. The Fusionease configuration includes a 22 x 16 bass drum, 10 x 8 and 12 x 9 tom toms, a 14 x 14 floor tom and a 14 x 5.5 snare drum. Mapex also offer the QR in the company’s popular Voyager configuration. Voyager comes with an 18 x 16 bass, 10 x 8 and 12 x 9 tom toms, a 14 x 14 floor tom and a 14 x 5.5 snare drum. QR Series kits also include double-braced Mapex 300-Series Hardware, which contains a boom stand, hi-hat and snare stand, bass drum pedal and padded drummer’s throne. Dealers and consumers will also benefit from the pair of 14-inch hi-hat cymbals and a 16-inch crash cymbal to the QR Series drum set, making it “ready to go,” right out the box. The QR Series will be available in Spring 2006 in two exclusive sparkle wrapped finishes, Angel Wing and Onyx Sparkle. Later in 2006, a third finish, Crimson Swirl will be added to the product line. Finally, to help consumers assemble the kit, QR Series also comes with the newly released DVD featuring Mapex Artist, Clinician and Educational Director, Dom Famularo. The DVD leads the consumer through the step-by-step assembly of the drum set and also includes a few basic lessons and tuning instructions hosted by Famularo. “Our goal with the QR Series is to offer the consumer a product with features, style and performance beyond the typical entry level drum set,” said Joe Vasko, Vice President and General Manager of Mapex USA. “The QR Series is packed with valuable features that are common in products twice its price, like isolated tom mounts and Remo® drum heads. This is a product that parents can purchase for their families with complete confidence.” MAPEX ADDS TWO NEW FADE FINISHES TO M BIRCH SERIES
“Mapex is well known for its high-quality, stunning burst finishes,” said Joe Vasko, Vice President and General Manager of Mapex USA. “The exterior maple veneer surrounding the all-birch shell is a marvelous canvas for these beautiful new color schemes.” Introduced in 2005, the M Birch has met with tremendous success, thanks largely to its good looks, sonic quality and tremendous consumer value. In addition to offering two new finishes to the existing five transparent lacquer colors, Mapex has decided to extend the popular “6 for 5” promotion throughout 2006. The company has also added a “7 for 6” promotion which means that every consumer buying an M Birch Kit in 2006 receives a free add-on tom, plus mounting hardware. All M Birch drum sets include double braced 500-Series Mapex Hardware and are available in five configurations. Matching components are also available. MAPEX ADDS TWO NEW EXCLUSIVE WRAPPED FINISHES TO PRO M SERIES DRUMSTwo new exclusive wrapped finishes are being added to the popular Mapex’s popular Pro M Series of drum sets. The two finishes, Vanilla Cream Pearl and Black Chrome Pearl are the latest selections available to Pro M purchasers. “What gorgeous drum sets,” exclaimed Herlin Riley, Mapex Artist and drummer for Winton Marsalis, as he visited the Mapex USA offices for a photo shoot with a kit decked out in Vanilla Cream Pearl. “The way the finishes catch and reflect the light is amazing. These are fantastic takes on a classic look.” The Pro M features thin 7-ply, 6.1mm shells constructed of North American Maple. Five and six-piece sets are available and all come with double braced Mapex 550 Series Hardware and the newly upgraded double chain P750A bass drum pedal. As an additional bonus in 2006, Mapex is inviting consumers to “But the Kit, Get the Cat” by giving an exclusive 12 x 7 cherry and maple Black Panther Snare Drum with the purchase of selected configurations. “We anticipate significant demand for the Pro M,” said Joseph Vasko, Vice President and General Manager of Mapex USA. “With the introduction of these exciting new finishes and the incentive of a free, high quality Black Panther snare with the purchase of a set, the potential of the Pro M is very exciting.” ^^ UP ^^
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Introduced in January 2005, California based Everly Music Company is dedicated to producing innovative products for the active musician. Founded by Phil Everly of the famed 60’s duet The Everly Brothers , the company was one of the first innovators of guitar strings designed for drop tuning, longer lasting guitar strings and guitar picks with grip. Cleartone is their premium brand of treated guitar strings that promises up to five times the lifespan without compromising feel or sound. 
The SPB-8C's stereo patch bay contains eight 1/4 " switching phone jacks featuring sturdy metal brushings, connected in two stereo loops, allowing a single guitar or instrument input to feed multiple mono and stereo effects boxes, send and return from remote effects, and feed up to two amplifiers simultaneously.
Recorded with the same painstaking detail as the original versions, users can learn their favorite songs by using the provided tablature, then “sit in” with a band like Double Trouble on Stevie Ray Vaughan tunes. GuitarPort Online members can even jam with the original master tracks from Jimi Hendrix exclusively remixed by original engineer Eddie Kramer. All lesson, cover, and master tracks are matched with perfectly dialed in amp, cab and effect tones for the ultimate in-studio experience that only Line 6 can offer.
Designed for guitarists, GuitarPort RiffTracker 2 makes recording easy and fun. With the included RiffWorks software, users can set the tempo and start recording simply by strumming their guitar. The included InstantDrummer™ offers authentic drummer back-up recordings and the ability to dial in the right amount of intensity and variation without typical tedious drum-machine programming. "Thanks to the combination of record-ready tone from GearBox, and RiffWorks intuitive recording interface, guitarists now have a simple, pro-quality setup that leaves them free to concentrate on the music instead of the technical details," says Mark McCrite, Product Line Manager for Line 6.
Line 6, Inc., the world leader in digital modeling instruments and recording products, recently announced the newest addition to the world-renowned POD Ò line, Floor POD® . An all-in-one tone solution, Floor POD is a multi-effect floor processor with a built-in foot controller that delivers premium tone and features in a portable, easy to use package. The price of Floor POD makes it easily affordable for any beginning guitarist who wants real-world pro sounds.
Building on their 2005 Dynamic Snare design, Mapex proudly introduces the Black Panther G2 Dynamic Tribal Snare Drum. The G2 Dynamic Snare features round bearing edges providing bright resonance and ultra-sensitivity. 2.3mm Powerhoops are conducive to its skull-cracking attack and provide support for a wide tuning range. Most noticeable is the G2’s beautiful craftsmanship; the shell bears a striking tattoo-like etching that compliments its bold sound with a stunning appearance.
Both hardware and software are compatible with most popular Mac® and Windows® recording programs and support 44.1/48KHz with 16/24-bit recording, plus a 96KHz mode. “With its easy set up and software expandability though GearBox, KB37 delivers a solution that can develop as the musician does,” explained McCrite. With a MSRP of: $414.99 CDN, TonePort KB37 ships with Ableton Live Lite 5 – Line 6 Edition recording software for an immediate studio experience right out of the box.
Line 6 Inc., the leader in digital modeling instruments and professional recording products, has recently announced the release of GearBox Plug-In Silver and Gold bundles. For the computer-based musician who records guitar, bass and vocals, GearBox Plug-In bundles deliver legendary Line 6 studio-standard tone from POD® XT, and classic must-have vintage effects in a flexible software plug-in format. Both packages include Mac® AU and PC VST Plug-In support and a USB guitar interface with Line 6 ToneDirect™ monitoring.
The new Export Series features guitars and basses that incorporate Schecter's trademark design concepts with quality worthy of the Schecter logo, all at an incredible price. For example, the all-new Omen Extreme guitars, with stunningly figured maple tops, and an array of cool features, sport a full MSRP of $599 in Canada. 
The full StaggCase™ range can so far accommodate all components of standard and most custom drum sets including hardware, offering unparalleled ease of transportation as well as the maximum level of protection that any working drummer should want and expect.
Line 6, inventors of digital modeling guitars and amplifiers, announced the release of Variax Workbench 1.5. The latest version of the first interactive, virtual custom shop exclusively for Variax® Electric guitars now adds Variax® Acoustic 700 editing features. Variax Workbench 1.5 provides Variax Electric and Acoustic owners with an interactive guitar custom shop with a complete set of tools to easily create, store, and share completely customized guitars.
The QR features 9-ply, 7.2mm basswood shells with low density, single-point-of-contact lugs and the Mapex Isolated Tom System (ITS). Mapex ITS eliminates direct contact between the tom mount and the drum, allowing the shell to vibrate more freely and therefore, resonate more naturally. The system is successfully used on many other Mapex Drums, including the M Birch, Pro M, Saturn and the top-of-line Orion Series. 
Mapex is introducing two new finishes to its wildly popular M Birch Series. The two new colors, Black Forest Cherry and Black Forest Green are striking fade-to-black transparent lacquer finishes. Each color is applied by hand in eight individual coats and buffed to a rich, high-gloss luster. 
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