2025/09

• MACKIE/Battery-Powered Subwoofer Thump Sub GO Now Available!

  

  2025/09/25

  The MACKIE/Thump Sub GO is a portable powered subwoofer featuring a slim, ergonomic design with battery operation, delivering powerful bass anywhere without needing AC power. It can hold up to two batteries, providing up to 12 hours of battery life (up to 6 hours with one battery) for extended use at events. Combine it with battery-powered portable PA speakers like the Thump GO to build a self-contained PA system with deep bass. It also features a built-in Bluetooth receiver for easy wireless music playback from smartphones and other devices. The MACKIE/Thump Sub GO is ideal for outdoor events, DJ sets, band performances, and other situations where access to power is limited, delivering professional-grade sound.
  
  MACKIE / ThumpSub GO

• Phase 2 results announced! Recording contest for junior and senior high school students

  

  2025/09/25

  Sound House has announced the winners of the second round of entries for its recording contest for junior high and high school students!
  
  Once again, we received a large number of diverse and outstanding entries, making the selection process extremely difficult. However, the winning bands for each award have finally been decided.
  
  And the winner of the second-term “Grand Prix” is...?
  Recording contest for junior and senior high school students
  
  Thank you to all the bands who participated, and to their advisors!
  
  
  《Call for Entries for the 2nd Term》
  Any musical genre or composition is welcome, even a cappella! We are looking forward to your enthusiastic challenge to make memories with your friends in your club, society, or band!
  
  = Entry details =
  Works recorded using equipment loaned by Sound House.
  
  = Eligible period =
  Entry period: All year round
  Announcement of results: September (for entries received between March and August), March (for entries received between September and February of the following year).
  
  For more information about the contest, please visit
  Recording contest for junior and senior high school students

• EVH Presents Legendary Guitars as Keychains and Pin Badges!

  

  2025/09/25

  Eddie Van Halen’s innovative playing style and iconic guitars are faithfully re-created as keychains and pin badges!
  The "EVH Guitar Keychains" let you carry a legendary guitar with you anytime, anywhere. Attach it to your guitar case or keys to subtly show off your rock ’n’ roll spirit.
  The "EVH Guitar Pins" are pin badges that let you wear a guitar imbued with Eddie’s soul as a fashion accessory. Pin them to your jacket, bag, hat, or anywhere you like to add a touch of rock to your style.
  Both items feature four iconic guitar models: "Frankenstein," "Black & White ’78," "Black & Yellow ’Bumblebee’," and "5150." They are perfect collector’s items for guitar lovers, Eddie Van Halen fans, and all who love rock ’n’ roll.
  
  ■ EVH / Guitar Keychains
  ■ EVH / Guitar Pins

• Sound House Joins as a Collaborator! TuneCore Japan Presents ‘V-CON! supported by TimTam’

  

  2025/09/25

  TuneCore Japan?known not only for music distribution but also for hosting numerous stage performance auditions and song contests?is launching the song contest ‘V-CON! supported by TimTam’ for so-called “Vocaloid songs,” i.e., tracks featuring voice synthesis software as the main vocalist. The contest is presented alongside collaborators including the chocolate biscuit brand ‘TimTam’. And this time, Sound House has also been confirmed as a collaborator!
  
  Once the entry period begins, Vocaloid producers can register their best track through the dedicated entry page.
  Submitted songs will be judged by the collaborators supporting this contest. Tracks deemed the “most appealing” by the collaborators will be named “2025 Spotlight Songs” and will receive generous prizes from each collaborator.
  
  Additionally, the ‘Top 10 Award’ will be given to the 10 songs with the highest number of plays among the entries, and from those, the ‘Special Jury Award’ will be selected by a special jury. The ‘Special Jury Award’ will come with generous prizes to further support the artist’s activities.
  
  ▼Vocaloid Producer Music Contest ‘V-CON! supported by TimTam’ Overview
  
  Contest Name: V-CON! supported by TimTam
  Entry Period: Friday, October 24, 2025 － Sunday, November 23, 2025
  Eligible Entries: Tracks distributed via TuneCore Japan between Friday, November 1, 2024, and Sunday, November 23, 2025 (must feature voice synthesis software as the lead vocal)
  
  For the latest information, please check the “V-CON!” entry page.

• BOSS Releases New Effects Pedals: XS-100 and XS-1!

  

  2025/09/25

  BOSS introduces the new XS-100 and XS-1 effects pedals.
  The XS-100 is the definitive pitch shifter for guitar and bass, offering an extremely natural feel and dynamic pitch changes, along with extensive customization options and memory functions.
  The XS-1 packs cutting-edge technology into the familiar BOSS compact pedal enclosure. It lets you shift the pitch of your guitar or bass without compromising your playing feel.
  Preorders are now open for the initial shipment. Be sure to check them out!
  
  BOSS / XS-1
  BOSS / XS-100

• Bitwig Studioシリーズ購入でFabFilter / Twin 3プレゼントキャンペーン！

  

  2025/09/25

  ドイツ・ベルリンに拠点を置くBITWIG社が開発・販売する音楽制作ソフトウェアBitwig Studioシリーズを対象としたキャンペーンが開始されました。
  期間中に対象商品を購入し、製品登録を行うとユーザーアカウントに「FabFilter / Twin 3」のライセンスが付与されます。
  音楽家が「音楽を創るため」に開発した"ミュージック・クリエイション・ツール"として、多彩な表現力を備え、進化し続ける Bitwig Studioシリーズを、この機会にぜひご検討ください。
  
  ■キャンペーン期間
  2025年9月25日(木)～10月3日(金)
  
  ■キャンペーン特典
  ・FabFilter「Twin 3 バーチャル・アナログ・シンセサイザー」
  
  ■対象商品
  BITWIG キャンペーン 一覧
  
  ■注意事項
  ・本キャンペーンは期間中に製品登録を行ったユーザーのみが対象となります。取り寄せなどの理由により、期間中に登録できない場合につきましては別途ご相談ください。
  ・ご購入者様の事情(登録漏れ)などによる返品・キャンセルは承ることができません。予めご了承ください。

• 【新色発売】Arturia「MiniFuse 1」に特別カラー「Champagne Edition」が登場！

  

  2025/09/25

  フランス生まれのUSBオーディオインターフェイス「Arturia MiniFuse」シリーズに、新色「Champagne Edition」が登場。コンパクトかつ堅牢なアルミ筐体に、洗練されたシャンパンカラーをまとい、デスクや外出先での制作環境をスタイリッシュに彩ります。
  
  USBバスパワー駆動に対応し、USB-Aハブポートも搭載。MIDIコントローラーなどを直接接続でき、Mac/PC両対応の「MiniFuse Control Center」で柔軟な設定やアップデートが可能です。DAWやエフェクト、音源、サンプルを含む豪華ソフトウェアバンドルも付属し、すぐに制作を始められます！
  
  ■Arturia「MiniFuse 1 Champagne」
  
  ※本製品は数量限定のため、在庫状況によってはご用意出来ない場合があります。あらかじめご了承ください。

• PLAYTECH Electronic Drum SPECIAL SELECTION — Updated!

  

  2025/09/25

  The PLAYTECH Electronic Drum Special Page has been updated! The PLAYTECH “PDS Series” electronic drums offer a wide lineup—from the compact “PDS-150II,” ideal for home practice, to the full-fledged “PDS-1000,” perfect for live performances. We also carry sampling pads and roll-up drums, so you're sure to find the perfect fit. Check it out now!
  
  PLAYTECH Electronic Drum SPECIAL SELECTION

• New EP Adapter/Stabilizer & Cartridge Case from 100SOUNDS!

  

  2025/09/25

  100SOUNDS, a company that creates high-quality, uniquely crafted, Japan-made DJ items, has released a new EP adapter/stabilizer and a cartridge case!
  The “ZS-DRS-100” can be used as an adapter for 7-inch and 10-inch records by flipping it front to back, and it also functions as a stabilizer. It’s easy to use regardless of record type, and it conveniently improves playback stability and stylus tracking.
  The “PI-LL100” is a portable record cartridge case that holds two cartridges. It’s compatible with 100SOUNDS “RC Series” cartridges with headshells. The case features two cartridge stand holes, allowing for quick setup in the DJ booth
  
  ■100SOUNDS / ZS-DRS-100 EP Adapter and Stabilizer (1 piece)
  ■100SOUNDS / ZS-DRS2-100 EP Adapter and Stabilizer (2 pieces)
  ■100SOUNDS / PI-LL100 Cartridge Case
  

• Positive Grid「BIAS X」登場！

  

  2025/09/25

  人気ギターアンプシミュレーターを提供するブランドPositive Gridより、AIによるトーンクリエイトを可能にした新しいアンプシミュレーター「BIAS X」が発売されました。
  テキスト入力により、BIAS Xがそのサウンドを再現。好きな楽曲やギタートラックだけでなく、イメージを伝えるだけで音として具現化してくれます。生成した音を微調整することも可能、さらにサウンドの調整を学習することでユーザーとともに進化します。
  この機会にぜひご検討ください。
  
  ■ BIAS X ダウンロード納品