2020/09

• From NAGAOKA, Bluetooth 5.0 compatible BT823 true wireless earphones

  

  2020/09/04

  ■NAGAOKA 「BT823」
  
  NAGAOKA, which produces record needles and cartridges, will release the BT823 true wireless earphones compatible with Bluetooth version 5.0. The BT823 is equipped with an auto pairing function, and when the earphones are taken out of the case, they can be automatically paired with a smartphone and similar devices. Touch sensing allows for song forwarding / returning, volume adjustment, pause, call start/end, and so on, just by touching the earphones.
  

• ETYMOTIC RESEARCH's latest wireless earphones finally in stock!

  

  2020/09/04

  ■ETYMOTIC RESEARCH 「ER2XR-BT」
  ■ETYMOTIC RESEARCH 「ER3XR-BT」
  ■ETYMOTIC RESEARCH 「ER4XR-BT」
  ■ETYMOTIC RESEARCH 「ETYMOTION-BT」
  
  The latest wireless earphones from ETYMOTIC RESEARCH, the earphone brand that pursues a sound that is faithful to the original, are now available.
  Now, by connecting the high-performance ETYMOTION-BT wireless cable to the ER2XR, ER3XR, and ER4XR bass enhanced models developed specifically for music appreciation, you can get the high-quality ETYMOTIC RESEARCH sound even wirelessly. Bluetooth codec supports aptX, aptX-LL, aptX-HD. The ETYMOTION-BT wireless cable is also available separately.

• Apollo + Unison plugin promotion!

  

  2020/09/03

  Universal Audio is carrying out a campaign giving away additional plug-ins to those who purchase and register UNIVERSAL AUDIO products on the manufacturer page during the campaign period! A wide range of products from compact models such as the Apollo Twin X DUO to Apollo x16 are targeted. Your opportunity to get vintage modeling plug-ins, such as the UA 610 Tube Preamp & EQ Plug-In Collection, for free according to the model you purchase. Do not miss this opportunity!
  
  ■Period: Until Wednesday, September 30, 2020 If you purchase a target product (described below) from an authorized retailer in Japan and register the product in your account on the Universal Audio site within the period, a UAD plug-in license based on the model purchased will be automatically generated.
  
  ・Note that the deadline is the "user registration date" of the target product, not the "order date" of the target product.
  ・This campaign is only available to those who received and registered the product by September 30th (Wednesday). Those who receive the item after the campaign period will not be eligible. Please keep delivery time in mind when ordering.
  * For more details, please check the manufacturer site information page.
  
  Products
  Apollo Twin MkII DUO
  Apollo Twin USB
  Apollo Twin X DUO
  Apollo Twin X QUAD
  Apollo x4
  Apollo x6
  Apollo x8
  Apollo x8p
  Apollo x16
  Apollo FireWire
  
  Manufacturer site information page

• ALESIS products 5% OFF coupon!

  

  2020/09/03

  We have prepared a coupon for up to 5% OFF popular ALESIS brand products! The campaign includes the VORTEX WIRELESS 2, a shoulder MIDI keyboard that can be used wirelessly, and SamplePad Pro, a drum pad controller optimized for performance. Do not miss this opportunity!
  *Only items currently in stock are eligible for coupons.
  
  ■Period: Thursday, September 3, 2020 to Thursday, September 10, 2020
  ■Coupon code: 2271
  ■ALESIS brand products
  * Items currently not in stock are excluded.

• Rack case 5% OFF coupon campaign!

  

  2020/09/03

  Coupon campaign for up to 5% OFF rack cases reappears due to popular demand! We have a wide range of products including rack cases for carrying equipment, studio racks, rack accessories, and other carrying cases. All manufacturers including CLASSIC PRO, SKB, and MIDDLE ATLANTIC are included! Don't miss this opportunity!
  
  ■Period: Until September 17, 2020 (Thursday)
  ■Coupon code: [9300]
  ■ Target products Rack cases
  * Items currently not in stock are excluded.
  * Instrument cases and effector cases are not eligible.
  

• PLAYTECH PTK keyboard series now in stock!

  

  2020/09/03

  ■PLAYTECH 「PTK200」
  ■PLAYTECH 「PTK300」
  
  The PTK200 and PTK300 are now available from PLAYTECH's new "PTK portable keyboard series"! You can play a variety of tones including the piano. Many functions, including the popular features like transpose, automatic accompaniment, and practice mode, make the keyboard fun to play and perform with! You can choose according to price and features. Enjoy music with "high quality at a low price" unique to PLAYTECH! Check them out now!

• Lindy Fralin / Hum-Cancelling Jazzmaster pickups now available!

  

  2020/09/02

  ■LINDY FRALIN 「Hum-Cancelling Jazzmaster Set White」
  
  We have started handling the Hum-Cancelling Jazzmaster pickup, which provides the thick, mellow sound of the Jazzmaster without he noise by adopting Lindy Fralin original coil design! The magnet is a USA-made Alnico 5 magnet, providing a warm and rich clean sound, and a creamy, smooth distorted sound. Recommended for guitarists who like the look and sound of a Jazzmaster but who dislike the noise.

• Bridge KickAss for bass now available!

  

  2020/09/02

  ■HIP SHOT 「KickAss Bass Bridge Chrome」
  ■HIP SHOT 「KickAss Bass Bridge Black」
  ■HIP SHOT 「KickAss Bass Bridge Gold」
  
  The popular HIP SHOT / KickAss series bass bridge is now in stock. By suppressing unwanted string vibrations, it gives a relaxed sustain with a tight sound. The most attractive feature is the adjustable saddle insert which allows you to adjust the pitch between strings with just a hexagon wrench. You can set the strings within a range of 17.4-20.6 mm to your liking. KickAss allows for a high degree of freedom and significantly improves sustain and playing comfort. Why don't you take this opportunity to try a new bridge replacement?

• Release of new AKAI / EWI SOLO wind synthesizer

  

  2020/09/01

  ■AKAI「EWI SOLO」
  
  Introducing the first wind synthesizer model with built-in speaker in the popular EWI series. In addition to output to external speakers, headphones, and audio interface, you can also play software sound sources via USB-MIDI connection. The built-in battery runs for up to 12 hours, so you can play live, practice and record anytime, anywhere. Many people have heard the sounds of the the EWI timbre, which has been evolving since the 1980s, in the melody of "TRUTH", the F1 Grand Prix theme played by T-SQUARE, and the original "Takarajima", which has been arranged by many brass bands. Not only synth-like sound sources, but also 200 kinds of PCM sound sources, which is the largest in the series such as orchestral and folk instruments, are included. You can also change the volume and timbre using reverb, delay, chorus, and other effects, and the breathing power and the mouthpiece. In addition to simple fingering like a recorder, you can also select flute, oboe, saxophone, and EVI fingering (compliant with the piston playing method of brass instruments) with the dial of the main unit. Please try it out as part of your new music life with COVID-19.

• Coupon for up to 5% OFF cymbals, drumheads, sticks extended!

  

  2020/09/01

  The popular coupon for up to 5% OFF all cymbals, drumheads and sticks has been extended! Up to 5% off heads and sticks with special specs that you've been wanting to try once, including classic REMO and EVANS drumheads and sticks used by drummers around the world, and popular cymbals from brands including ZILDJIAN, SABIAN, and PAISTE! Your chance to get the item you've been eyeing at a great price!
  
  ■Period: September 1, 2020～September 15, 2020
  ■Coupon code: [9799]
  ■Target products: All in-stock cymbals, drumsticks, and drumheads.
  * Only items currently in stock are eligible.
  
  Cymbals
  Drumheads
  Drumsticks