2020/01

• Find your good fortune at Sound House! Look for the

  

  2020/01/15

  Thank you for using Sound House! If you've found an "Unko" (poo) symbol on a box delivered from Sound House, here's what you do!
  Take a photo and post it on Twitter or Instagram! We're awarding special points or products to all who upload photos of the "Unko" symbol! The hashtag is "#サウンドハウスで開ウン"
  
  ■Find your good fortune at Sound House! Look for the "Unko" (poo) symbol and post it on SNS!

• EBS Unveils the MultiComp Blue Label Pedal

  

  2020/01/15

  The EBS Studio Edition series, which has received high praises from bassists, has been revamped and released as the Blue Label series! MultiComp Blue Label is a classic bass compressor. The unit has been updated with a Sensitivity (Threshold) control, allowing for finer settings. Runs on input power from 9V to 18V! Each component has been upgraded while maintaining the basic performance that was popular in the previous Studio Edition model!
  
  ■EBS「MultiComp BlueLabel」

• Sound sources released for reference for 2020 theme songs!

  

  2020/01/15

  Sound sources for reference for some of the 2020 theme songs the All Japan Wind Orchestra Contest, a classic summer event nicknamed "Suikon", have been released.
  
  2020 theme songs:
  I "Toys Parade" composed by Yuichi Hirayama, 30th Asahi Composition Award
  sample listning
  II "Ryutandan" composed by Nobuhito Sato
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  III "Bokura no invention" composed by Akira Miyagawa
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  IV "Yell March for Wind Orchestra" composed by Hideki Miyashita
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  V "Fantasia for Wind Orchestra - Praise for Arnold Schoenberg" composed by Rinto Ogata, high school / University / workplace / General only
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  Orders for sheet music being accepted as shown below, to be shipped in late January 2020.
  How to order:
  [Postal transfer]
  (1) Include the following information on the postal transfer form provided at the post office, together with the total amount.
  Account number "00160-8-4457"
  Subscriber name "All Japan Wind Band Federation"
  "Postal code and address (from prefecture name), name, phone number of the shipping address"
  In the communication column, "2020 tunes, desired product names and quantities"
  (2) Shipments will start from January 31, 2020 (current schedule).
  (3) If the shipping destination is a school, specify the school name.
  (4) If you need a receipt, please enclose a copy of the bank slip and a reply envelope (paste stamp, fill in address and name).
  [Send to] 102-0075, 24 Sanbancho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 5th floor, Hayashi Sanbancho Building, 5th floor, All Japan Wind Band
  (5) Returns and cancellations are not accepted. Please order after checking the products carefully.
  
  ■Wind Instruments

• AMERICAN DJ / Hydro Wash X7 moving head now available!

  

  2020/01/14

  ■AMERICAN DJ「Hydro Wash X7」
  
  The AMERICAN DJ / Hydro Wash X7 is a wash type moving head equipped with 7 Osram 40W RGBW (4-IN-1) LEDs. The seven LEDs can be individually mixed in RGBW color to produce vivid light and colors. The beam angle can be smoothly adjusted from 6 degrees to 40 degrees via the motorized zoom function. In addition, it is IP65-compliant dust-proof and drip-proof, and the unit is well-protected from dust, sand, moisture, and liquid. A moving head that is ideal for lighting at indoor, as well as outdoor events.

• iZotope plug-ins limited time only special price!

  

  2020/01/14

  ■iZotope plug-ins Sale
  
  Popular iZotope plug-ins are on sale at limited time only special prices! The lineup includes the Music Production Suite 3, a popular plug-in bundle that includes the RX 7 Advanced audio repair tool for noise reduction, Ozone 9, Neutron 3 and Nectar 3, which have an AI suggestion function. In addition, various cross-grade versions are also eligible, which can be used at a discount for those who already have these products. Please take this opportunity to get the latest iZotope products!

• [Limited to 3 people] Monitor the "FOX" smartphone-compatible mic for podcasters and musicians!

  

  2020/01/11

  We are looking for monitors for the beyerdynamic "FOX", a high-quality microphone for singers, podcasters, and so on, for this collaboration between Sound House and "NANA-ru Mic Communication" for "nana" app users (operated by nana music Inc.)!
  
  ■ Application period: Wednesday, January 8 to Wednesday, January 15, 2020
  ■ Number of monitors: 3 (Depending on the number of applicants, names will be drawn from all entries.)
  ■ How to apply: Click "Go to“FOX”monitor entry form" in the middle of the application guidelines page below and proceed to the questionnaire page. After answering the questionnaire, click "Send" to complete your application.
  
  ■ Eligibility:
  -Be a nana user (user ID is required)
  ・ Have an iOS device such as an iPhone with a Lightning terminal
  ・ Be able to submit a report after use
  ・ Handle the equipment carefully and return on schedule
  ・ Be able to contribute actively on SNS, such as nana and Twitter, regarding the equipment
  * Please refer to the following page for details.
  
  ■ How to use the equipment: An image is posted on the application guidelines page below.
  * If you have any questions, please contact our sales department.
  
  nana-music homepage
  NANA-ru microphone communication January 2020 issue
  NANA-ru microphone communication January, 2020 issue application requirements

• Get it at the Sound House! 2020 New Year's Big Bonus

  

  2020/01/10

  New Year's Big Bonus! During the campaign period, make a purchase, respond to the questionnaire, and enter to win! 100 names will be drawn from all entries to receive S points for the full purchase price up to a maximum of 20,000 points!
  
  * Up to 20,000 points per customer.
  * Please enter via smartphone.
  
  Respond to a simple questionnaire on the official LINE app, and enter to win!
  SOUND HOUSE Official LINE Add Friends

• Japan Super Youth Mandolin Orchestra (JSYMO) 2020 to be held!

  

  2020/01/10

  The application guidelines for the Japan Super Youth Mandolin Orchestra (JSYMO) 2020, a project to nurture young mandolin players, have been announced. This is a seminar-type project in which participants take lessons from professional players and hold a concert on the last day. JSYMO has an age restriction of 30 years or younger, but this year, the Mandolin Music Camp (MMC), which has no age limit, will be held for the first time. Both will be held in Shizuoka. There is a maximum capacity, so if you are interested, act quickly!
  
  Japan Super Youth Mandolin Orchestra (JSYMO)
  will be held August 20-23, 2020
  
  Mandolin Music Camp (MMC)
  will be held July 11-12, 2020
  
  JSYMO 2019 was reported in the staff blogs below.
  https://www.soundhouse.co.jp/contents/staff-blog/index?post=923
  https://www.soundhouse.co.jp/contents/staff-blog/index?post=924
  

• [Exhibited at CES 2020]Audio-Technica announced new products including turntables, true wireless headphones, and more

  

  2020/01/10

  Audio-Technica unveiled a number of new products at CES 2020, the world's largest consumer electronics trade fair held in Las Vegas, USA.
  
  ■AT-LPW50PB
  A belt drive turntable with a smooth piano black wood cabinet. It has a built-in phono equalizer and comes with a special black spec Audio-Technica "VM95E" VM cartridge and a special head shell.
  
  ■ATH-ANC300TW
  The first true wireless headphones in the QUIET POINT® series. Equipped with a φ5.8mm driver with DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) coating with excellent high-frequency characteristics in a simple, minimalist design body.
  QUIET POINT® hybrid digital noise canceling technology allows you to concentrate on the sound you want to hear even in an environment where you're surrounded by noise. In addition, it is compatible with Qualcomm® TrueWireless ™ Stereo Plus *, which is resistant to sound interruptions and achieves low latency.
  * A Qualcomm® TrueWireless ™ Stereo Plus compatible smartphone is required to use this function.
  
  ■ATR1300x
  This microphone provides professional-grade high-quality sound, suitable for vocals and musical instruments for live distribution. With a strong die-cast body, in addition to a design pursuing durability and vocal clarity, feedback is prevented by unidirectionality. It comes with a detachable 5.0m cable (XLR terminal) and an adjustable stand microphone holder.
  
  ■ATR1100x
  A microphone that can be used for a variety of applications, with clear sound quality at a reasonable price. Being a unidirectional type, it also suppresses feedback. Includes a convenient talk switch that can be easily operated by hand and a 3.0m cable, making it ideal for karaoke and presentations. Versatile for a wide range of uses.
  
  The domestic product launch and release dates have not yet been determined.
  
  CES 2020: Debuting A-T’s Newest Audio Products

• HARTKE Special Value bass amplifier set sales start!

  

  2020/01/09

  ■HARTKE 「LH500 + 410XL V2 bass amplifier set」
  
  A Special Value HARTKE bass amplifier set has been released! The set includes an LH500 head amp for bass, which uses a 12AX7 vacuum tube circuit for the preamp and achieves a versatile high output of 500W, and a classic 410XL bass amp cabinet. In addition, we are including a 1.5m speaker cable free of charge!