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• Ryuichi Sakamoto, a world-renowned musician, passed away

  

  2023/04/03

  Musician Ryuichi Sakamoto, a Yellow Magic Orchestra (YMO) member, and the first Japanese to win the U.S. Oscar for Best Original Score, passed away on March 28. He was 71 years old.
  
  Sakamoto began his career as a studio musician while a student at Tokyo University of Arts and its graduate school, and in 1953 formed YMO with Haruomi Hosono and Yukihiro Takahashi, which took the world by storm with hits such as "RYDEEN" and "Technopolis." Their innovative synthesizer-based music and techno-pop had a tremendous impact on future musicians.
  
  As an actor, he co-starred with David Bowie and Beat Takeshi in Nagisa Oshima's "Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence," released in 1983. He also composed the music for the film, for which he became the first Japanese to win the British Academy Award for Best Score for a Film, and also became the first Japanese to win an Oscar for Best Original Score for the 1987 film "The Last Emperor.
  
  In 1992, he composed the music for the opening ceremony of the Barcelona Olympics, and in 1999, his single "Energy Flow," a solo song used in a TV commercial, became a million-seller. Also known by the nicknames "Professor" and "World Famous Sakamoto," he left behind a diverse body of work that drew on his extensive knowledge of classical, rock, and ethnic music.
  
  Along with his obituary, his management company introduced Ryuichi Sakamoto's favorite line, "Ars longa, vita brevis. Art is long, and life is short. Therefore, we want to present a theme song of "Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence" by Ryuichi Sakamoto himself. This song is still loved worldwide today, and we offer our sincere condolences to his soulful soul.
  
  Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence / Ryuichi Sakamoto - From Ryuichi Sakamoto: Playing the Piano 2022
  
  Avex portal - [Ryuichi Sakamoto] Report

• [5/10] New AMPEG bass DI/preamp SGT-DI

  

  2023/04/03

  ■ AMPEG / SGT-DI
  
  AMPEG releases a new DI/preamp for bass "SGT-DI" on May 10!
  In addition to a 3-band EQ, the compact, lightweight chassis has various features, including an SGT (Super Grit Technology) overdrive circuit capable of voicing AMPEG's SVT and B15 amp heads, an Ultra High/Low switch, and a compressor. The most notable feature is the first IR loader cabinet simulator in an AMPEG product: it has six AMPEG factory cabinet IRs, three of which can

• EASTWESTよりオーケストラ音源「Hollywood Fantasy Strings」新発売！

  

  2023/03/31

  ■ EAST WEST / HOLLYWOOD FANTASY STRINGS
  
  EASTWESTより、ファンタジーの世界を現実にした新しいオーケストラ音源「Hollywood Fantasy Strings」が発売されました！
  
  幻想的なサウンドを奏でる「Hollywood Fantasy Strings」は、ハルダンゲル・フィドルやヴィオラ・ダ・ガンバ、ハーディガーディをはじめとしたバロック時代・中世ヨーロッパの伝統楽器のほか、現代のプロダクションに適用するストリングス・アンサンブルに至るまで、新しい実戦的なライブラリが収録されています。また、EASTWEST最新のエンジン「Opus」の全ての機能に最適化されており、他の EASTWEST製品との調和・柔軟性にも長けています。
  
  映画、ゲーム、番組音楽など様々な楽曲で活躍する本製品をぜひチェックしてください！
  
  

• New lightweight bass amp head, "Little Mark 58R" from MARKBASS

  

  2023/03/31

  MARKBASS / Little Mark 58R
  
  MARKBASS introduces the new "Little Mark 58R," a lightweight, compact bass amp head.
  The size, output, and various controls are the same as those of the existing "Little Mark IV" model, and the tone and power remain the same while the weight has been further reduced. The dynamic response and natural, glossy sound of the Markbass are inherited. All controls and terminals are located on the front panel for maximum practicality except for the speaker out and power socket. A line-out is provided for those seeking a compact amp head for live use and home recording.

• プロコル・ハルムの創設メンバー兼作詞家のキース・リード死去

  

  2023/03/31

  プロコル・ハルムの創設メンバーで、大ヒット曲『青い影』などバンドのほとんどの楽曲歌詞を書いた作詞家のキース・リードが死去。享年76歳。1966年、のちにザ・クラッシュの『ロンドン・コーリング』をプロデュースするガイ・スティーヴンスの紹介で元ザ・パラマウンツのゲイリー・ブルッカーと出会い、ともにソングライティングを開始。1967年にはプロコル・ハルムを結成。キース・リードが作詞し、ゲイリー・ブルッカーが作曲した『青い影』が同年大ヒットし、日本を含め世界で多くのカバーバージョンを生み出した名曲として知られる事になりました。
  
  ロックの歌詞にギリシャ神話用語をフィーチャーするなど、キース・リードによるアカデミックな歌詞は、のちのプログレッシブ・ロックはじめイギリスの音楽シーンに大きな影響を与えてきました。
  
  不朽の名曲『青い影』のミュージックビデオをお贈りして、偉大な作詞家キース・リードのご冥福をお祈りいたします。
  
  PROCOL HARUM - A Whiter Shade Of Pale - promo film #1 (Official Video)
  amass プロコル・ハルムの創設メンバー　作詞家のキース・リード死去　「青い影」ほか

• JBL「BEYOND1」に新たなワイヤレスマイクセットが登場！

  

  2023/03/30

  ■ SH 「BEYOND1 JBLスピーカー+ワイヤレスマイク2本セット」
  
  JBLのカラオケアンプ「BEYOND1」にスピーカーとワイヤレスマイク、スピーカーケーブルが付属したお得なセットが新登場！
  「BEYOND1」はフラットと±3キーまでの7段階調整のキーチェンジが可能。本体に内蔵しているボーカルエフェクトは、ライブ会場で歌っているかのような広がりを感じられます。カラオケ店舗と同じような環境で歌っていただけるよう、バッテリーチャージャーでの充電可能なワイヤレスマイクをセットにしました。また、スピーカーは世界的な老舗メーカーのJBLが開発したカラオケ用スピーカー。高音質で本格的なサウンドのカラオケをお楽しみいただけます。ぜひこの機会にご検討ください！

• We started handling Saya Yamabuki model stick and tight grip!

  

  2023/03/30

  PEARL / 188H/SAYA
  PEARL / TG-1 #SAYA
  
  "BanG Dream!" is a next-generation girl band project with a diverse media mix including anime, games, and comics. The new model drumsticks used by Ayaka Ohashi, who plays the role of Saya Yamabuki in the band Poppin'Party, and Poppin'Party's original design tight grips are now available. In addition, the drumsticks have been changed to a standard thickness for easy gripping and a slightly longer "world standard" size. The design has been redesigned with an illustration of bread and the "Yamabuki Bakery" logo to reflect the world view of the work. Each pair comes in a pack of pink and yellow.

• Up to 20% back! 10% points up Coupon for popular headphone brands!

  

  2023/03/30

  We have a 10% points up coupon eligible for popular headphone brands AIAIAI, AKG, beyerdynamic, CLASSIC PRO, BEHRINGER, and DIRECT SOUND. Up to 20% back together with campaign points! It is a great chance to save on popular products such as standard monitor headphones and wireless headphones.
  
  Campaign period: until April 15, 2023 (Saturday)
  Coupon code: [366229]
  Eligible Categories: Headphones, Earphones
  Eligible Brands: AIAIAI, AKG, beyerdynamic, CLASSIC PRO, BEHRINGER, DIRECT SOUND.
  Only for in-stock items.

• Get'm Get'm Straps Spring Collection 2023!

  

  2023/03/30

  ■ Get’ｍ Get'm / Spring Collection 2023
  
  Get'm Get'm Straps, a guitar strap manufacturer from Los Angeles, has released a new spring collection!
  
  From the famous "Aussie Gator series," a light pink color like cherry blossoms (Dusty Lilac) and three easy-to-coordinate brown colors have joined the collection. Also new are three new series inspired by Milan Fashion Week! The "Distressed Vernice Series" has a sheen-like dress fabric, the "Ostrich Series" imitates ostrich hide, and the "JD Series" is made of velvet fabric reminiscent of artistic watercolor art. We especially recommend these products for those who want to add color to their new guitar life this spring! So please take a look at this opportunity.

• Popular wireless headphones CLASSIC PRO

  

  2023/03/30

  We offer an incredible 10% off coupon eligible for CLASSIC PRO's popular wireless headphones, "CPH7000BT". The "CPH7000BT" supports Bluetooth 5.0, and SBC / AAC / aptX codecs, allowing you to enjoy high-quality sound reproduction even wirelessly. The included audio cable enables a wired connection to an audio player. You can use these wirelessly and wired, making them fabulous all-around headphones.
  
  Campaign period: until April 15, 2023 (Saturday)
  Coupon code: [979658]
  Eligible products: CPH7000BT