2024/01

• [Limited Time Campaign] Electronic saxophone 'Elesa' mouthpiece patch as a gift!

  

  2024/01/31

  Giving away a Forestone mouthpiece patch to anyone who purchases the much talked about electronic saxophone TAHORNG 'Elesa'!
  
  What is Elesa?
  The Elesa is a saxophone-like button and key layout that allows you to practice efficiently. Elesa has 20 tones, including saxophone and trumpet. Various fingering types, such as saxophone, recorder, and trumpet, can be selected. The unit can be used with AA batteries, so it can also be used without cables. The main unit incorporates a speaker and is also equipped with a headphone jack. You can play anywhere, anytime.
  It has a wireless MIDI function via Bluetooth and can be connected to BLE-MIDI-compatible devices to control external sound sources from the Elesa 10. Furthermore, the Bluetooth audio function allows you to play along with external sound sources such as smartphones. Available in black, red, and white. Please take a look!
  
  Eligible products
  TAHORNG / ELS10BK
  TAHORNG / ELS10RD
  TAHORNG / ELS10WH
  
  Campaign period
  Until Sunday, 31 March 2024
  The campaign will end without prior notice as soon as the giveaway items run out.

• STEINBERGの新オーディオインターフェイス「IXOシリーズ」発売！

  

  2024/01/30

  URシリーズなど定番モデルでも有名なDTMブランドSTEINBERGより、新たなオーディオインターフェイス「IXOシリーズ」が発売されました。
  24bit/192kHzの高品位な録音再生を可能にしながら、Mac / WindowsだけでなくiPad、iPhoneのマルチプラットフォームに対応。ダイレクトモニタリングやループバックも備え、レコーディングのみならず配信やWEB会議でも十分使用可能なオーディオインターフェイスです。IXOシリーズにはSTEINBERGが提供するVSTインストゥルメントやループセットから一部を無償で入手可能な「Steinberg Plus」が含まれます。これからDTMを始める方にもスタートダッシュに最適な選択肢になるでしょう。
  マイク端子の数が異なる2つのバリエーションに、それぞれブラック/ホワイトの2色展開。すぐに配信や制作へ取り掛かるれるポッドキャスト/レコーディングバンドルも同時発売！まさに即戦力となるオーディオインターフェイスを、この機会にぜひご検討ください！
  
  ■ STEINBERG / IXOシリーズ
  
  Steinberg Plusに関する詳細は以下のメーカーページをご参照ください。
  ※Steinberg Plusのコンテンツは定期的に変動します。内容の選択や変更はできかねますことをご了承ください。
  Steinberg Plus | Steinberg

• The new Everse12 from Electro-Voice!

  

  2024/01/30

  Ultra-standard PA brand Electro-Voice has launched the Everse12, a battery-powered portable PA speaker.
  Equipped with a compact, lightweight, weather-resistant design , it has a high-capacity battery for extended runtimes. It combines a Best-in-class digital mixer, studio-quality effects, and features, including support for control via the dedicated QuickSmart mobile app and Bluetooth streaming playback. In addition, it is a versatile all-in-one PA speaker for musicians, DJs, fitness, and various other events. It comes with a polypropylene input cover that complies with the IP43 rating and can be used outdoors. With a wide range of options, including a buffel bag, accessory tray, rain cover, and spare battery pack, this is one unit that is sure to be helpful in a wide range of applications.
  
  Electro-Voice / Everse12

• New OPUS amp simulator and IR engine from Two notes!

  

  2024/01/30

  From Two notes comes the new "OPUS" pre-amp simulator with newly developed tube circuit modelling.
  It features five preamp sounds based on classic guitar/bass amps, with three additional preamps available via updates. The power amp simulator offers a choice of output stage circuit configurations and tube types, while the speaker simulator can be fine-tuned for cabinet type and microphone. It also has effects, which can be easily set from a smartphone or computer using the Torpedo Remote app. It also incorporates a MIDI IN jack and an AUX IN jack for a high level of expandability.
  Experience the new world of vacuum tubes through OPUS!
  
  TWO NOTES / OPUS

• Chicken Picksより「Shredder 2.4mm」発売！

  

  2024/01/30

  オランダに拠点を置くギター/ベース用ピックブランド、Chicken Picksから、新たにシュレッダーモデルの2.4mm厚がラインナップされました！これまでの3.5mmに加えて、さらに扱いやすい薄さのピックです。熱硬化性樹脂（Thermosetting plastic）を使用したピックは、ほかの樹脂素材に比べ硬く、密度も高いため数月にわたり使用することも可能。Chicken Picksは従来の薄いピックに比べ演奏時の疲労が少なく、握りやすい質感はピッキングの精度を向上させます。この機会にぜひお試しください！
  
  Chicken Picks / [1枚入り] Shredder 2.4mm
  Chicken Picks / [2枚入り] Shredder 2.4mm
  Chicken Picks / [3枚入り] Shredder 2.4mm

• Hard cases for ZENON music bells are now available!

  

  2024/01/30

  We have started handling the MBC-12 and MBC-14 hard cases for music bells from ZENON, a popular music bell manufacturer. The MBC-12 is designed for the MB-SPII and can hold up to 12 bells, while the MBC-14 is designed for the GEN and SPE and can hold up to 12 bells. The new line-up includes a 14-bar case, which has never been available before. The case is lockable, so there is no need to worry about the case opening. This is a very convenient way to carry your precious bells. Please take advantage of this opportunity.
  
  ZENON / MBC-12
  ZENON / MBC-14

• YAMAHA「MONTAGE M」プラグインソフトウェア提供開始！

  

  2024/01/30

  YAMAHAは、フラッグシップ・シンセサイザー「MONTAGE M」をソフトシンセとしてプラグイン化、DAW上で再現する事ができる「Expanded Softsynth Plugin(ESP)」の提供を開始しました！
  MONTAGE M正規販売品の購入者であれば誰でもダウンロード、アクティベートしてどこにいてもMONTAGE Mのパフォーマンスを編集・ミックスすることが可能。この度ダウンロード提供が開始されたのは、MONTAGE Mの全サウンドを搭載し、編集機能を基本機能に限定したエッセンシャルバージョンです。すべての機能を実装したフルバージョンの配信開始は2024年初夏の見込みです。この機会にぜひご検討ください！
  
  ※インストール方法についてはメーカーサイトに掲載されるインストールガイドをご確認ください。
  ヤマハ | MONTAGE M
  
  YAMAHA / MONTAGE M6
  YAMAHA / MONTAGE M7
  YAMAHA / MONTAGE M8X

• New high power and high color rendering waterproof LED par light from ELATION!

  

  2024/01/29

  The KL PAR FC IP LED parlor light from ELATION combines a high output of 360W with excellent color rendering properties!
  The KL PAR FC IP has a 360 W RGBMA (red, green, blue, mint, and amber) LED engine with a color rendering index of 93. As it complies with dust-proof and drip-proof protection class IP65, it is recommended for use outdoors as well as indoors. Please take advantage of this opportunity to try it out.
  
  ELATION / KL PAR FC IP

• The guitarist Jien Takahashi has launched a new duo named VIOLET ETERNAL and has initiated their music activities!

  

  2024/01/29

  Jien Takahashi, who loves SOLAR GUITARS and is a guitarist in the power metal band MAJUSTICE, has formed the Italian-Japanese mixed melodic metal duo VIOLET ETERNAL. The vocalist is Ivan Giannini, who has played in bands such as DERDIAN and VISION DIVINE. The guest bassist is Ollie Bernstein (ILLUSION FORCE), who uses a SOLAR GUITARS 5-string bass.
  
  Their debut album 'RELOAD THE VIOLET' is scheduled for release in Japan on 10 April this year, with Mr. Dennis Ward, who has produced for Halloween and ANGRA, as a sound producer. Melodic metal lovers will indeed be struck by the fusion of Ivan's powerful vocals and Jien's Japanese-inspired songs!
  
  SOLAR GUITARS also made an appearance!
  The lyric video for 'The Echoes of Time' from the album is now available.
  VIOLET ETERNAL - The Echoes of Time (Official Lyric Video)
  
  VIOLET ETERNAL Official Linktree
  
  

• YAMAHAより、Pacifica新シリーズ登場！

  

  2024/01/29

  理想のサウンドを追求するギタリストのために、従来のPacificaシリーズをさらに進化させた新モデル「Pacifica Professional」「Pacifica Standard Plus」が登場。
  ボディ構造には共振を高めるヤマハの独自技術「アコースティックデザイン」を採用し、昨今の多彩な音楽ジャンルに対応するためにRupert Neve Designs社と共同開発された新ピックアップ「Reflectone(リフレクトーン)」を搭載。クリアでバランスの取れたサウンドは、繊細なフレーズからストレートな音色はもちろん、エフェクターを多用するギタリストにもスムーズなサウンドメイキングを可能にしています。ポップで研ぎ澄まされたデザインも魅力。この機会にぜひお試しください。
  
  YAMAHA / Pacifica Standard Plus 一覧