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Electro-Harmonix Unveils New Superego Synth Engine Pedal

admin — Wed, 16 May 2012 22:46:30 +0000

This looks really cool especially the effects loop that allows you to put other effects, such as the tremelo in the demo video below, on the wet signal while retaining the dry signal. This pedal seems to excel when used in conjunction with other effects such as Delay or Reverb to give the sound extra ambience.

Press Release
EHX’s new Superego Synth Engine can capture and hold notes or chords, perform fluid glissandos and create oscillator like synthesizer effects. It enables the player to stack or layer sounds, create infinite sustain, even tweak attack and decay. The Superego’s effects loop also lets a musician insert effects into the wet signal.

Although quite powerful, the SuperEgo has a simple control layout. The Speed control adjusts the attack and decay rate, creating everything from short to infinitely sustained sounds. It doubles as a level control for layers in Latch mode. The Gliss knob adjusts the glissando or glide speed between notes and chords. The Dry and Effect knobs are level controls.

The one-of-a-kind pedal also features three modes controlled by a mini toggle switch: Auto, Momentary and Latch. In Auto mode, the Superego captures and freezes a note or chord and holds it until the next note or chord is played. In Momentary mode, a note or chord is captured as the footswitch is depressed and released when it is released. Latch mode enables the player to layer or stack sounds.

The new Superego Synth Engine pedal, set for a Mid-May release, is housed in a solid die-cast package, is equipped with a standard 9.6-Volt/DC200mA AC adapter.

http://ehx.com/

Check out this cool demo of the pedal in action:

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ESP Guitars Australia ‘So you think you can shred’ competition 2012

admin — Wed, 16 May 2012 04:08:22 +0000

COMPETITION STARTS FRIDAY 18TH MAY @ 12PM & ENDS FRIDAY 29TH JUNE @ 12PM
Simply make a video of you shredding on any ESP model, upload it to your Youtube Page with ESP Guitars Australia ‘So you think you can shred’ comp & your name in the title. Go to the ESP Guitars Australia Facebook page and provide the link to your video. Videos will be posted on the ESP Guitars Australia facebook & Youtube Channel. You have until the end of June to get your shred videos uploaded with the top 6 videos judged by ESP in the final to determine the ESP ‘So you think you can shred’ winner and newest edition to the ESP Guitars Australia Endorsee roster.

Please visit www.espguitars.com.au for full competition terms & conditions.

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Dean Markley Scholarship Opportunity for the Women’s Music Summit

admin — Wed, 16 May 2012 01:16:47 +0000

Press Release
Dean Markley USA today announces a scholarship opportunity for The Women’s Music Summit, scheduled for August 27-31 at the Full Moon Resort in Big Indian, NY. This immersive week-long program is dedicated to helping female musicians learn their craft. Female players of all instruments and skill-levels are invited to come learn, practice, perform and connect.

The Music Masters Camp Series – Women’s Music Summit includes instructional workshops, master classes, round table panels, group dinners, jam sessions, social gatherings and much more. Respected female musicians will be teaching at the summit, including Kaki King, Meshell Ndegeocello, Melissa Auf der Maur (Hole, Smashing Pumpkins), Marnie Stern, Malina Moye and Bibi McGill (Beyoncé, Pink). Industry panelists include Laura Taylor of Guitar Center and Laura B. Whitmore, Summit co-producer and columnist for Guitar World.

Submit your best songs to the Women’s Music Summit for a chance to win. Finalists may be asked to provide additional information and a video showcasing themselves performing. This opportunity is open to women only. The Dean Markley USA Scholarship includes all classes, accommodations and meals.

For more information on how to enter, please visit the contest page.

For more information on Dean Markley USA, please visit www.deanmarkley.com

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James Santiago & Jorge Tripps demo all current production Dunlop Fuzz Face models

admin — Wed, 16 May 2012 01:01:16 +0000

This is a very cool demo from Voodoo Labs’ James Santiago with the legendary effects maestro Jorge Tripps explaining each Dunlop Fuzz Face model before James plays each one in turn.

Pedals used in this demo:
Fuzz Face JDF2 – Built to the exact specifications of the Original Dallas-Arbiter Fuzz Face.
http://www.jimdunlop.com/product/jdf2-fuzz-face

Jimi Hendrix™ Fuzz Face® JHF1 – Meticulously faithful reproduction of Jimi’s 1969-70 Dallas Arbiter Fuzz Face.
http://www.jimdunlop.com/product/jhf1-jimi-hendrix-fuzz-face

Joe Bonamassa Fuzz Face JBF3 – Hand-wired circuitry with matched NOS Russian military germanium transistors.
http://www.jimdunlop.com/product/joe-bonamassa-fuzz-face

Eric Johnson Signature Fuzz Face EJF1 – Designed after Eric’s personal prized Fuzz Faces
http://www.jimdunlop.com/product/eric-johnson-signature-fuzz-face

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Gear Demo: T-Rex Fuel Tank Chameleon

admin — Mon, 14 May 2012 22:45:10 +0000

For a while now I have been relying on a single power supply that then has a daisy chain cable to power all of my pedals, unfortunately mains power isn’t predictable and while you may have an ok supply at home your band rehearsal space or various venues you play might have dirty power which introduces noise into your signal chain. By daisy chaining you amplify the noise generated therefore making the problem even worse, plus you can only power 9v pedals, what if you have pedals that run on 12v or 18v?

The Fuel Tank Chameleon is an isolated power supply which has mini switches that allow you to change each output. There are 4 outputs switchable from 9v to 12v DC (300mA each), 1 that is switchable from 9v to 18v DC (300mA) and a pair of outputs that you can’t use simultaneously but the first is 9v or 12v DC and the second is 12v AC again 300mA each so you choose whichever is applicable from the two.

Advantages

Noise-cancelling galvanic isolated outputs
Several different voltage types served
Current doubler = the possibility of as much as 600 mA
All the cables you need
Switchable 115V or 230V
Compact, rugged, road-ready design
Legendary T-Rex quality

You have the option of powering each pedal from a single output or using a daisy chain cable, the advantage over the method I previously mentioned is that you can choose to only power a few pedals in a chain which limits potential noise. In the demo below I have the Suhr Shiba Drive, Koko Boost and TC Electronic PolyTune Mini daisy chained from a single 9v output, I have the Strymon El Capistan in the effects loop powered from a separate output and although not used in this demo the TC Electronic Corona Chorus and Mad Professor Tiny Orange Phaser are also being powered from separate outputs too.

http://t-rex-effects.com

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Win a Ninebuzz Practice Buddy iOS App

admin — Sun, 13 May 2012 23:08:42 +0000

Practice jamming, learning the pentatonic scale and soloing to 5 great sounding jam tracks in keys A, B, C, D, E, F and G right from your iPhone or iPad! Our easy-to-read scale charts show you exactly where to put your fingers to start sounding like a pro. See for yourself why thousands of guitarists love our jam track apps!

Jam along to the following styles in either a Major or Minor key:
- Acoustic Blues
- Humbucker Blues
- Jazz
- Rock
- Reggae

All you have to do to win this great iPhone app is to enter the sweepstakes by liking Guitar Noize on Facebook and then going to the contest page: https://apps.facebook.com/sweepstakeshq/contests/222903

Here’s a video of the app in action:

http://www.ninebuzz.com/

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Bogner Pedals – Ecstasy Blue, Red and Uberschall

admin — Sun, 13 May 2012 10:10:44 +0000

Part 1 – Overview

Bogner Amplification unveiled their new Ecstasy and Uberschall Pedals at MusikMesse 2012, until now I hadn’t seen a demo of the pedals in action until now, they sound really nice.

http://www.bogneramplification.com/

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Carvin JB200C Jason Becker Tribute Guitar

admin — Sun, 13 May 2012 00:26:05 +0000

In response to Jason’s legions of worldwide fans, we are proud to introduce the JB200C Jason Becker Tribute Guitar. The Custom Shop worked closely with Jason to replicate as closely as possible the Carvin DC200 that was one of his main instruments in the 80s and 90s. This new model is loaded with standard features, including a 4A flamed maple top and matching pointed inline headstock, original Floyd Rose tremolo with locking nut, flamed maple fingerboard with abalone dot inlays, tung-oiled hardrock maple neck, black hardware, M22SD & M22V pickups and active electronics. Jason’s original guitar was finished in Sapphire Blue, but you can choose from any of Carvin’s translucent flamed maple finishes, or upgrade your top wood to 4A quilted maple. You can also upgrade to Carvin’s Deep Triple Step finish, which adds an almost 3-dimensional depth to the figure of the wood. A signature Jason Becker truss rod cover adorns the headstock.

For more details about the JB200C visit www.carvin.com/jasonbecker.

Watch the video of the guitar being created:

http://jasonbecker.com/

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String Tinkers Cigar Box Guitars

admin — Fri, 11 May 2012 00:09:29 +0000

String Tinkers is a new business selling repurposed cigar box guitars, ukuleles, and other instruments. Anthony Foronda contacted me about the new venture saying “We like to think we brought a bit of Americana to the guitar market. Our guitars are hand crafted in the “Quiet Corner” of Northeast Connecticut which is a rural farming community with many fine artisans and craftsmen. We get inspiration from our rural landscape and farming community. It gets us motivated to create wonderful things for musicians in our area and beyond.”

String Tinkers is the result of a collaboration between three musicians and designers whose aim is to create unique meticulously crafted instruments from repurposed parts and make them sound warm and rich. The Dutch Cookie Tin Canjo is my favourite although I do love the look of the 6 string Primus Mags Cigar Box guitar pictured above too. All of their instruments are affordable ranging from $200 – $315.

Check out more at http://www.stringtinkers.com

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Steve Morse’s Flying Colors announce September European tour

admin — Thu, 10 May 2012 23:49:01 +0000

Press Release
Flying Colors, the hot new virtuoso prog rock supergroup featuring drummer Mike Portnoy (ex-Dream Theater), guitarist Steve Morse (Deep Purple), and Neal Morse (Spock’s Beard), follow the release of their eponymous debut album with a rare European tour taking in London’s prestigious Shepherd’s Bush Empire on September 21st.

Tickets for all the European tour can be ordered online via the official European press page here.

Flying Colors: September 2012 European Tour
* Hamburg / Markthalle / Sept 9
* Berlin / C-Club / Sept 10
* Munich / Theaterfabrik / Sept 11
* Milan / Alcatraz / Sept 13
* Zurich / Volkshaus / Sept 14
* Stuttgart / Longhorn / Sept 15
* Aschaffenburg / Colos-Saal / Sept 16
* Cologne / Gloria / Sept 17
* Paris / Le Trianon / Sept 19
* Tilburg / 013 / Sept 20
* London / Shepherd’s Bush Empire / Sept 21

Flying Colors showcases Mike Portnoy (drums, vocals), Dave LaRue (bass), Neal Morse (keyboards, vocals), Casey McPherson (lead vocals, guitar), and Steve Morse (lead guitar). “The album has bits and pieces of what you’d expect from each of us,” says Portnoy. “The sum of all its parts led to brand new, unchartered territory for everyone involved.”

Flying Colors began with a simple idea: virtuoso musicians and a pop singer joining together to make new-fashioned music the old fashioned way. Refreshing, classic, old and new, the songs are saturated with the many styles, tones and hues of the players who in becoming a band have delivered a unique fusion of vintage craftsmanship and contemporary music.

“It was quite an experience making the album,” recalls Dave LaRue. “It’s been an inspiring challenge melding folk, prog, pop and metal into one big recording.”

http://flyingcolorsmusic.com/

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