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• 12 years after production ended—which legendary synth is being chosen today?

  

  2026/07/13

  ✅ Reviews of legendary synths & gear
  ✅ Live event info
  ✅ Tips for music activities & streaming
  ✅ Sound design & maintenance
  
  Check out the articles that interest you 👇
  
  🎸 Reviews of legendary synths & gear
  ▶ 12 years after production ended—which legendary synth is being chosen today?
  Chronicles of a Keyboard Obsessive, Part 334: The long, winding road to the Nord Lead—my new Nord Lead A1
  Author: Keyboard Obsessive (Kenban-kyo)
  
  ▶ Which one should you buy? Thorough listening tests of the new generation of monitor speakers
  A review based on listening tests of the entire EVE Audio EXO series.
  Author: RIMITO
  
  ▶ A must-have for Fender fans! The genuine case you've always wanted
  I bought a genuine Fender tweed hard case! A case that combines premium style with practicality.
  Author: Toru Ohashi
  
  ▶ Different from the guitar!? A peek into the world of the Sanshin
  I bought a Sanshin—Okinawa's traditional instrument!!
  Author: TERUYA the Second
  
  🎵 Live event info
  ▶ Featuring ROLLY! An electrifying live event hosted by The Captains
  The Captains' "Shin-Shisshin Tengoku 2026" (New Fainting-in-Ecstasy Paradise 2026)
  Authors: Kizuhiko & Holy
  
  ▶ Live debut of a new song! Self-Produced Live Event
  IZUMI HIROKI presents [RE:PRISE] Live Session
  Posted by: izumi
  
  🌍 Music Distribution & Streaming Know-How
  ▶ It doesn't end with just uploading! A guide to setting up your artist page
  Essential after distribution! Enhance your artist page with Apple Music for Artists
  Posted by: Toru Ohashi
  
  🎚️ Sound Creation & Maintenance
  ▶ A must-see for those wanting to save pedalboard space! Transform your sound with just one unit
  [An evolution of a classic multi-effect] Why the ZOOM MS-60B+ sets a new benchmark for bass multi-effect pedals
  Posted by: AK (pecobass)
  
  ▶ Authentic amp sound in a compact package!
  [A next-gen sonic space at your feet] How the SORAN Soran Dual Stomp redefines digital amp standards
  Posted by: AK (pecobass)
  
  ▶ Checkpoints to try when bass noise won't go away
  Was the saddle the cause of the noise? A story about an unexpected grounding issue
  Posted by: Kohei
  
  ▶ Make creating synth phrases even more fun
  Enchanting Instruments 147: Expanding the VCV Rack SEQ3
  Posted by: Achapy
  
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• 大人気アコギ用ピックアップ、PLAYTECH「PAP-2C」が再入荷！

  

  2026/07/13

  貼り付けるだけで瞬時にエレアコ化できる、PLAYTECHの「PAP-2C」および「PAP-2C Walnut」が待望の再入荷！
  付属の粘着剤で簡単に着脱でき、アコースティックギターだけでなく様々な弦楽器にもご使用いただけます。
  「たまにアンプから音を出したいけれど、楽器本体に穴をあけたり加工したりするのは抵抗がある……」という方にもイチオシのアイテムです。この機会をぜひお見逃しなく！
  
  PLAYTECH / PAP2C

• Thomastik-Infeld's New

  

  2026/07/13

  Thomastik-Infeld—a brand trusted by string players around the world—has finally released its new EVERTONE violin strings!
  EVERTONE features nylon-core strings characterized by a bright, brilliant tone and a natural response. They offer rich resonance and excellent projection, while their moderate tension ensures a comfortable playing experience. These violin strings are highly recommended for a wide range of players, from soloists seeking subtle expression to beginners just starting out.
  Don't miss this opportunity to experience this highly anticipated new string series that has been generating excitement since its release!
  
  Thomastik-Infeld / Evertone Violin String Set 4/4 Medium ET100
  Individual strings are also available.
  
  About Thomastik-Infeld
  An Austrian string manufacturer founded in 1919, Thomastik-Infeld is officially imported and distributed in Japan by Sound House. The company has produced numerous renowned strings, including DOMINANT and VISION, and enjoys the trust of string players around the world.
  

• Customization Just Got Easier! PLAYTECH Introduces New TL Bridges, Locking Tuners, and More!

  

  2026/07/13

  A new lineup of must-have items has been added to PLAYTECH's guitar and bass parts series, renowned for its outstanding value!
  
  New additions include locking guitar tuners (available in 6-in-line and 3+3 configurations) that make string changes easier while improving tuning stability, as well as classic TUNE-O-MATIC (ABR-1) bridges and replacement bridges for JM/JG-style guitars. Among the highlights is the popular TL bridge for guitar modifications, featuring a steel base plate with brass saddles. It is available in several configurations, including a dual-cutaway version designed for modern playing styles and a compact short-plate model. The lineup also includes premium upgrade parts that significantly enhance tone and sustain, such as tremolo units with solid steel blocks and bass bridges equipped with brass saddles. Whether you're looking for an easy way to upgrade your instrument or aiming to build your ideal custom guitar or bass on a budget, these new PLAYTECH parts offer an excellent way to unlock its full potential.
  
  PLAYTECH Parts, Part 2!

• Limited-Time Offer: 10% Off Popular SHURE Microphones & Wireless Systems

  

  2026/07/13

  We're offering a 10% off coupon campaign on select SHURE products!
  Take advantage of special savings on some of SHURE's most popular wired microphones, including the industry-standard SM58 and SM57, the premium BETA Series models BETA 57A and BETA 58A, and the affordable yet high-quality PGA58 Series. The promotion also includes the versatile BLX Wireless Series, ideal for live performances, events, presentations, and streaming, as well as the professional-grade SLX-D Digital Wireless Series, renowned for its exceptional audio quality and reliability. Choose from handheld, headset, lavalier, and other configurations to suit your specific needs.
  Experience the outstanding sound quality and durability that only SHURE can deliver.
  
  Campaign Details
  Period: July 13 (Mon) - July 26 (Sun), 2026
  Offer: Save 10% on eligible SHURE products with the coupon below.
  
  Coupon Code: 194433
  Eligible Products
  
  This is a limited-time opportunity to get your favorite SHURE products at a great price.
  Don't miss out!

• KORGより、コンパクト・パフォーマンスミキサー「NTS-4 mixer kit」新登場！

  

  2026/07/11

  KORGのNu:Tektシリーズから、コンパクトなパフォーマンスミキサー「NTS-4 mixer kit」が新登場！
  「NTS-4 mixer kit」は、4系統のステレオ入力と2系統のモノラル入力を備え、最大10系統のオーディオ信号に対応します。エフェクトには、ディレイ、リバーブ、コーラスなどを使用できる「SEND FX」と、フィルター、モジュレーション、ドライブ、コンプレッサーなどでミックス全体を加工できる「TOTAL FX」の2系統を用意。各チャンネルのSENDノブを使って、エフェクトのかかり具合を個別に調整できます。USB Type-C接続による48kHz／24bitのデジタルオーディオ転送とUSB MIDIにも対応。パソコンやモバイルデバイスと接続し、レコーディングやライブ配信、DAWと外部ハードウェアを組み合わせたシステムにも活用できます。コンパクトシンセやリズムマシンを複数使用している方はもちろん、ライブパフォーマンスやリアルタイムミキシングを行いたい方にも注目のミキサーです。この機会にぜひご検討ください！
  
  ■KORG「NTS-4 mixer kit」
  

• Limited Offer: MACKIE Headphone Sale!

  

  2026/07/10

  We’re offering SUPRO’s latest hybrid tube amp, the Airwave, at a special price for a limited time.
  
  The Airwave is a 25W combo amp that combines the traditional SUPRO tube amp sound with Two notes cabinet simulation. Equipped with tube-driven spring reverb and tremolo, as well as 12 types of cabinet simulations, it’s versatile enough for everything from live performances and recording to practicing at home.
  
  This offer ends once the limited stock is sold out, so don’t miss this opportunity.
  
  SUPRO / Airwave

• Limited Offer: MACKIE Headphone Sale!

  

  2026/07/10

  We're offering a limited-time, while-supplies-last sale on a selection of recommended MACKIE earphones and headphones!
  Choose from wireless headphones, Bluetooth in-ear monitors, and professional wired earphones—perfect for music listening, live performances, recording, and monitoring. This is your chance to experience MACKIE's renowned sound quality at special sale prices. Don't miss out!
  *This promotion ends once the available stock is sold out.
  
  Eligible Products
  MACKIE / MC60BT
  MACKIE / MP320
  MACKIE / MP360
  MACKIE / MP20TWS
  MACKIE / MP240BTA
  MACKIE / MP220BTA

• [Limited Offer] Free Dedicated Speaker Bag with the Purchase of a MACKIE "Thrash Series" Speaker!

  

  2026/07/10

  Purchase any model from the popular MACKIE "Thrash Series" of powered PA speakers and receive a dedicated speaker bag—perfect for transport and storage—absolutely free!
  The 12-inch Thrash212 and 15-inch Thrash215 deliver powerful, clear sound with a peak output of 1,300W, making them ideal for a wide range of applications, including live performances, band rehearsals, events, and permanent installations. The 12-inch Thrash212 GO features a detachable lithium-ion battery, allowing for extended use even in locations without access to AC power. It also supports Bluetooth connectivity, making it a great choice for street performances, events, and mobile sound applications.
  This special offer is available only while supplies last, so don't miss this opportunity!
  
  MACKIE / Thrash212
  MACKIE / Thrash215
  MACKIE / Thrash212 GO

• SABIAN Summer 2026 New Products!

  

  2026/07/10

  SABIAN has unveiled four new products, each with its own distinctive character!
  The lineup features the 14" AA Holy China, which delivers overwhelming volume and a sharp attack despite its compact size; the 8" HHX Complex Splash, with its dark and delicate resonance; the 14" Stratus Zero, characterized by a trashy, crisp sound; and the 14" Stratus Alto Stax, which makes a bold statement with its noisy accents.
  From effect cymbals to splashes, each model’s unique character further expands your sonic possibilities. Be sure to check out these must-see new additions for drummers!
  
  SABIAN / 14" AA Holy China
  SABIAN / 8" HHX Complex Splash
  SABIAN / 14" Stratus Zero
  SABIAN / 14" Stratus Alto Stax