2025/01

• Notice of PayPay Payment System Maintenance

  

  2025/01/14

  Thank you for using Sound House.
  Due to system maintenance by the payment service company, we will be temporarily unable to accept orders via PayPay during the following period. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for understanding. Other payment methods will be available as usual.
  
  ■Maintenance Period
  February 20 (Mon.), 2025, 1:30 AM to 5:00 AM
  *Maintenance time may be subject to change at short notice.

• The 2025 All Japan Band Competition Required Pieces digest version has been released!

  

  2025/01/11

  Technics launches the EAH-AZ100, the industry's first fully wireless earphone with a ‘magnetic fluid driver’. Thanks to Technics' unique acoustic technology cultivated over many years, this earphone delivers a new dimension of high sound quality and realism. The ergonomic ‘ConchaFit shape’ provides a comfortable fit and also features industry-leading noise-cancelling performance. In addition, call quality and immersion are enhanced with AI-based ‘Voice Focus AI’ and ‘spatial audio’ support. It also supports the latest Bluetooth standard, LE Audio.
  
  Technics / EAH-AZ100

• The 2025 All Japan Band Competition Required Pieces digest version has been released!

  

  2025/01/11

  The digest version of the 2025 All Japan Band Competition Required Pieces has been released on the All Japan Band Association's official YouTube channel! This year's reference performance is by Osaka Shion Wind Orchestra. Please check it out.
  
  [2025 Required Pieces for the All Japan Band Competition]
  I. Fantasy on Songs of Celebration and Dance by Yoshitaka Sugiyama
  (Winner of the 34th Asahi Composition Prize)
  II. Step, Skip, Nonstop (A Capriccio with Sequential Progressions) by Hiroshi Goto
  (Commissioned by the All Japan Band Association for 2025)
  III. March: Memories Refrain by Shion Ito
  IV. Rhapsody ~ Eclipse by Michiru Oshima
  (Commissioned by the All Japan Band Association for 2025)
  
  All Japan Symphonic Band Federation
  2025 All Japan Symphonic Band Competition Required Pieces (Digest Version)

• Conductor Yasuhiko Shiozawa passed away.

  

  2025/01/11

  It was announced that conductor Yasuhiko Shiozawa (real name: Yasuhiko Iiyoshi), professor emeritus at the Tokyo College of Music, passed away on January 7, 2025, due to pneumonia. He was 86 years old.
  In 1973, he earned the top honor of second place at the Min-On Conducting Competition (now the Tokyo International Music Competition, Conducting Division). He subsequently had a distinguished career in orchestral and wind music, opera, and choral music. He also contributed to the development of amateur orchestras and school bands.
  Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family and loved ones. May he rest in peace.
  
  Tokyo College of Music

• The PLAYTECH cello “PVC244” introduction video has been released!

  

  2025/01/10

  An introduction video for the PLAYTECH cello “PVC244” has been released on the Sound House's official YouTube channel!
  PLAYTECH "PVC244" is a full-fledged 4/4-size cello with a solid wood specification. It also includes a bow and rosin necessary for playing, a tuner useful for practice, an end-pin stopper to prevent damage to the floor and slipping, and a soft carrying case for transportation and storage. We recommend this starting set for all cello beginners as it includes all useful items! Please take this opportunity to check out the product introduction video!
  
  PVC244 Cello 4/4 / PLAYTECH
  
  ■Product page
  PLAYTECH / PVC244 Cello 4/4

• We've started selling the EBS PCF-PG flat patch cable series!

  

  2025/01/10

  We've started selling the PCF-PG series, which features 24K gold-plated plugs from the well-established EBS PCF series flat patch cables!
  Audio signals are transmitted with less degradation by using gold-plated plugs. The lineup includes four sizes: 10cm, 18cm, 28cm, and 58cm. This is a must-check product for those who pursue the pure, authentic sound of their instruments!
  
  ・PCF-PG10 10cm
  ・PCF-PG18 18cm
  ・PCF-PG28 28cm
  ・PCF-PG58 58cm
  

• SUZUKI harmonica “SCX-48” CD book set goes on sale!

  

  2025/01/10

  SUZUKI's chromatic harmonica “SCX-48” and “CD Book START!
  Its light and expansive tone characterizes the harmonica, and the CD book contains a total of 14 tunes and also explains the structure of the chromatic harmonica, how to play, how to practice, and how to maintain the harmonica, making it suitable for beginners as well as experienced players. We hope you will consider it.
  
  SUZUKI「SCX-48　CDブックセット」

• Sound House Lucky Bags 2025 are almost sold out!

  

  2025/01/10

  The popular Soundhouse Lucky Bags are now on sale again this year!
  These special sets, available only at the start of the year, are packed with items carefully selected by our staff in each category. They include a wide range of popular items such as guitars, basses, headphones, audio interfaces, and wind instruments. The contents are sold at a substantial discount compared to the actual price, making them a great bargain.
  Please consider these attractive, limited-quantity sets as soon as possible!
  
  Sales period: Until January 15, 2025. Sales will end as soon as the items are sold out.
  Shipping period: Until around January 20, 2025
  Please note that we may cancel your order if the quantity is sold out.
  
  ■Lucky Bag 2025

• A Shimokitazawa-based band that engages the audience with its powerful pulling power! [The Indie Band Relay]

  

  2025/01/09

  Indie bands are performing at live houses all over Japan. They grab the hearts of the audience with their free and unconstrained performances, and we asked them to introduce us to some of the bands that are "frustratingly amazing!
  
  The 12th group was PULSTANS, a four-piece pop-rock band based in Shimokitazawa. Their positive and emotional sound, which is always close to the listener, will have you pumping your fists in the air!
  
  More to come. Please look forward to updates!
  
  The Musicians' Relay: Indie Bands Edition

• Ashdown's guitar overdrive pedal “Retro Drive” video is now available!

  

  2025/01/09

  Sound House's official YouTube channel now features a product video for Ashdown's guitar overdrive pedal, the "Retro Drive"!
  This overdrive pedal emulates classic amp sounds and delivers a rich, harmonic tone. It has three simple controls that allow for easy sound adjustments. In addition to its functionality, it boasts a sleek design and an LED light that glows when you step on the switch. Packed with all the highlights of the Retro Drive, this product video is a must-watch! Be sure to check it out!
  
  ■■Product video
  Retro Drive オーバードライブ / ASHDOWN
  
  ■Product page
  Retro Drive