News

• Walrus Audio introduces the Mantle, a premium analog bass preamp/DI.

  

  2026/04/09

  Developed in collaboration with bassist Ian Martin Allison, Mantle delivers studio-quality tone shaping ready for both live performance and recording environments. At its core are Walrus Audio’s custom “Sapphire Transformers,” offering a rich, Neve-inspired low-mid response combined with the clarity and punch reminiscent of classic API preamps.
  
  With its musical EQ and intuitive gain structure, Mantle is highly versatile and easy to dial in. As a DI, it provides a reliable, high-quality signal output, making it a powerful centerpiece for any bass rig. Preserving the natural character of your instrument while enhancing harmonic depth, Mantle is built to meet the demands of modern bassists in any setting.
  
  Walrus Audio / Mantle

• [April Special] DR Color Strings “NEON Series” Buy 2 Get 1 Free Campaign!

  

  2026/04/09

  For a limited time through April 30, we’re running a special promotion where you can get a 3-pack of DR “NEON Series” strings for acoustic, electric, and bass guitars for the price of two sets!
  The “NEON Series” is made with DR's original K3 coating for superior durability. Available in red, green, blue, white, and several other colors, they emit a brilliant glow under black light and are sure to attract attention on stage! Not only do they look impressive, but they also offer greater output than non-coated strings and a clear tone with fewer unwanted overtones. Please take this opportunity to try them out!
  
  Product to which this campaign applies: DR “NEON Series” acoustic guitar/electric guitar/bass strings
  Campaign period: Until April 30, 2026 (Thu.)
  Only applicable to products in stock.
  
  ■DR “NEON Series” Acoustic Guitar Strings
  ■DR “NEON Series” Electric Guitar Strings
  ■DR “NEON Series” Electric Bass Strings

• New INDIGO BLUE Color Joins the Yamaha BB700 Series Electric Bass Lineup!

  

  2026/04/09

  The Yamaha BB700 Series, renowned for its versatile performance and powerful punch, now features the stunning new INDIGO BLUE (IDB) finish. This series includes two models—the 4-string BB734A and the 5-string BB735A—both featuring a 3-ply body construction of alder and maple.
  These basses are engineered for maximum resonance, utilizing a miter-bolting neck joint to enhance string vibration transfer, along with a convertible bridge that allows for both string-through-body and top-load setups. The electronics are equally impressive, featuring a 3-band active EQ with seamless switching to passive mode. With the muscular tone of Alnico V pickups and the sophisticated new INDIGO BLUE aesthetic, these instruments are guaranteed to command attention on any stage.
  Be sure to check them out!
  
  YAMAHA BB700 IDB

• Questions about “voices” are keep pouring in! Advice Column by Special Judges, Part 2: “Koeteku 2026” / Contest entries now open

  

  2026/04/09

  “Koeteku,” a contest spotlighting “voices” hosted by Sound House, is currently accepting entries!
  
  This time, we’re pleased to announce two special judges: JIMBO BONJI, who is active in a wide range of fields, including TV program narration and serving as an MC for “K-1 Grand Prix” and “THE MANZAI,” and Shinya Koeda, a narrator and sound mixer. What’s more, this year’s challenge is a special edition created by these two judges!
  
  ＼We’re Answering Your Questions About “Voice”!／
  
  Special judge JIMBO BONJI provides straightforward answers to your voice-related concerns! In this second installment, he offers a wide range of advice—from questions directly related to the “Koeteku 2026” challenge to practical techniques only a pro can share!
  
  Voice Q&A Session #2
  【サウンドハウス主催】ナレーションコンテスト「こえテク2026」/ 声のお悩み相談室② by 特別審査員 JIMBO BONJI
  
  We're still accepting applications! Click here to submit your questions
  サウンドハウス主催「こえテク2026」質問受付フォーム
  
  Entry Period: Thursday, March 12 to Sunday, April 12
  
  Please check the “Koeteku 2026” special page for details on the challenge and how to enter.
  ■ こえテク - 声でこえてく - 2026

• [Return 4,000 points for submitting a review!] CLASSIC PRO "CP1H" Release Campaign

  

  2026/04/09

  To celebrate the release of CLASSIC PRO's one-channel headphone amplifier "CP1H," we're holding a campaign where anyone who submits a review will receive 4,000 points!
  The campaign period runs until Sunday, May 31, 2026. We look forward to your reviews.
  
  ■ Eligible Products/Points
  CP1H... 4,000 points
  
  ■ Campaign Period
  Until Sunday, May 31, 2026.
  
  ■ Notes
  *Each person is limited to one item per product.
  *Reviews must be at least 100 characters long.
  *This offer is open to those who purchase from Sound House and submit a review by the end of the campaign period.
  
  ■CLASSIC PRO / CP1H 1chヘッドホンアンプ

• Buy a Laney combo amp and get a free “Fuzzy Brit” guitar preamp!

  

  2026/04/09

  We are currently running a campaign in which customers who purchase a qualifying Laney combo amp will receive a free “Fuzzy Brit” guitar preamp from TECH21!
  This offer applies to Laney’s premium LIONHEART and IRONHEART series combo amps. These models are versatile enough to excel in all genres.
  The “Fuzzy Brit” is a guitar preamp equipped with TECH21’s signature SansAmp technology. It allows you to freely shape classic amp sounds from different eras. Furthermore, this unit features a dedicated fuzz effect that can also be used on its own. You can enjoy fuzz sounds while maintaining the authentic Laney amp tone, which is sure to expand your sound-shaping possibilities.
  Don’t miss this great opportunity!
  
  ■Eligible Products
  LIONHEART Series
  Laney / L20T-112
  Laney / L20T-212
  Laney / L5T-112
  
  IRONHEART Series
  Laney / IRT30-112
  
  ■Prize
  TECH21 / Fuzzy Brit
  
  *Limited quantities available / Offer ends while supplies last

• [Extended Due to Popular Demand!] Get 10% Points Back on GATOR Wind Instrument Cases with a Coupon!

  

  2026/04/09

  Extended due to popular demand!
  We are currently offering a "10% Points Back Coupon" for GATOR wind instrument cases.
  Featuring an extensive lineup, these cases are designed for a wide range of instruments, including trumpets, saxophones, and trombones.
  Highly durable and functional, GATOR cases are the perfect choice for anyone who wants to safely carry their precious instruments with peace of mind. Don't miss this great opportunity to save!
  
  [Coupon Details]
  ■ Campaign: GATOR Wind Instrument Cases 10% Points Back Coupon
  ■ Period: Until Thursday, April 30, 2026
  ■ Coupon Code: [971331]
  ■ Target Products: All GATOR wind instrument cases
  Applicable to in-stock items only.

• CROWN's DSP-equipped power amplifier "XTi" series – Limited-quantity special price!

  

  2026/04/08

  The CROWN "XTi series," a top-of-the-line model from the popular power amplifier brand loved at events worldwide, is now available at a special limited-quantity price! With a high-performance DSP built in, it allows for unified management of equalizers, crossovers, limiters, delays, and more without the need for an external processor. Furthermore, by using the dedicated software "Band Manager," even more precise settings can be made from a PC. If you're considering upgrading your PA system, don't miss this great opportunity!
  
  Target product: XTi series list
  

• Strymon Releases Limited Edition "Cloudburst Midnight Edition"!

  

  2026/04/08

  Strymon has released the "Cloudburst Midnight Edition," a limited edition of its popular reverb pedal, the "Cloudburst"!
  Featuring a simple yet high-quality algorithm and the dreamy "Ensemble" function, which sounds just like synth strings, the Cloudburst has become a favorite reverb pedal among countless guitarists since its release. Now, the Midnight Edition, clad in jet-black, has arrived.
  Stock is limited, so please consider purchasing one soon!
  
  strymon / Cloudburst Midnight Edition

• Fender Precision Bass 75th Anniversary! Three Highly Anticipated Commemorative Models Have Arrived.

  

  2026/04/08

  The Precision Bass first roared to life in 1951 as the world's first mass-produced electric bass. To celebrate its 75th anniversary in 2026, a special lineup of anniversary models inheriting this legendary lineage has finally arrived.
  
  75th Anniversary American Vintage II 1951 Precision Bass A supreme tribute to the instrument's origin, this model perfectly recreates the original 1951 specifications. Featuring an ash body finished in Butterscotch Blonde and the period-correct 1951 "U"-shaped neck, its single-coil pickup delivers the raw, pure tone that shocked the world 75 years ago, now vividly reborn for the modern era.
  
  75th Anniversary American Professional II PJ Bass Representing the evolution of the bass for today’s music scene, this model offers luxurious specifications worthy of a milestone anniversary. It pairs the traditional, powerful P-Bass sound with a Jazz Bass bridge pickup. Wrapped in a classic 2-Color Sunburst and featuring the highly playable "1963 C" neck, this versatile instrument embodies 75 years of Fender innovation in a single package.
  
  75th Anniversary Player II Precision Bass Symbolizing the standard for the next generation, this model commands attention with its exclusive "Diamond Dust Sparkle" finish. Equipped with the latest Thunderbolt pickups, it merges traditional looks with modern playability. This premium anniversary edition is a perfect choice for young players ready to write the next chapter of music history.
  
  Don't miss this chance to own a piece of history. Check out this special collection—available only now!
  
  75th Anniversary Precision Bass