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• 「ザ・バンド」の鍵盤奏者、ガース・ハドソン死去

  

  2025/01/25

  「ザ・バンド」の鍵盤奏者として知られるガース・ハドソンが2025年1月21日の朝、ニューヨークのウッドストックで死去したと「ザ・バンド」のSNSアカウントで発表されました。享年87歳。
  1961年にロニー・ホーキンスのバックバンド「ホークス」に加入。ロックンロールバンドに彩りを与えるオルガンプレイは、瞬く間にグループのサウンドに劇的な進化をもたらしながら存在感を高めていきました。その後「ホークス」はボブ・ディランの正式なバックバンドに起用され、ディランがフォーク一辺倒からの脱却を図っていきます。エレクトリックサウンドを取り入れた時期のイギリスでのライブにて「ホークス」と共に放った新しいロックンロール・ライブに困惑した観客とディランとのコール＆レスポンスバトルの後に演奏された「ライク・ア・ローリング・ストーン」で聴けるガース・ハドソンのオルガンは、ディラン史のみならず、ロック史進化の瞬間をとらえたドキュメントとしてテレビ番組でも紹介されていました。1968年には「ザ・バンド」と改名して1stアルバム『ミュージック・フロム・ビッグ・ピンク』を発表。ロック・シーンがサイケデリックな音楽で溢れる中、ガース・ハドソン等がルーツとしていたゴスペルを始めとする古き良き時代の音楽をロックサウンドに惜しげなく投入したアーシーなサウンドが、ビートルズやエリック・クラプトン等多くのアーティストに衝撃的な影響を与えました。以後も数々の名アルバムを世に送り出したほか、ウッドストックフェスティバルへの出演を始めとする多くの名演を残し1976年には「ザ・バンド」は惜しまれながら解散。再結成時やソロアルバムでの華やかながら味のあるキーボードやオルガンのプレイを聴かせいました。ロックが若者の反抗のための音楽という常識をうち破る音楽性を提示した、「良心のロック鍵盤プレーヤー」ガース・ハドソン。彼のルーツマナーが大きく貢献した、ザ・バンドの1stアルバムのオープニングナンバーをお贈りして、心よりご冥福をお祈りいたします。
  
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• TOMBO Harmonica and Harmonica Accessories are on sale in limited quantities!

  

  2025/01/24

  TOMBO harmonicas and harmonica accessories are now on sale at sale prices in limited quantities! Tremolo harmonica models like the "Special TOMBO Band Super Deluxe Iwasaki Solo" and harmonica reed plates are now available, along with the affordable Major Boy Beginner Set. Some items are up to 28% off. Please take advantage of this opportunity.
  
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• MIDDLE ATLANTIC steel rack "ERK18-25" outlet special price!

  

  2025/01/24

  MIDDLE ATLANTIC's 18U steel rack "ERK18-25" is now on sale at a special outlet price! With a depth of 64 cm, it comes standard with a key-locking rear door, and its outstandingly strong construction allows you to securely mount amplifiers and other heavyweight equipment. The side panels are vented at the top and bottom to dissipate heat, making it a good choice for a server rack as well. Don't miss out on this opportunity.
  
  MIDDLE ATLANTIC / ERK18-25 Outlet

• Started handling “Roswell Pickups”!

  

  2025/01/24

  We have started to deal in “Roswell Pickups,” which are made of the finest materials and manufacturing methods to achieve high quality and amazing cost performance!
  Based on the know-how cultivated through OEM operations for various major manufacturers, Roswell Pickups sells custom-made, unique products at reasonable prices. Its quality has earned it high praise and trust overseas. Roswell Pickups is not yet well known in Japan, but we hope you will consider it a new option for pickup replacement!
  
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• [Coupon eligible] D'Addario Woodwinds reed mouthpieces are in stock!

  

  2025/01/24

  Reeds and mouthpieces from woodwind instrument accessory brand D'Addario Woodwinds are now in stock!
  D'Addario Woodwinds offers a diverse lineup of products, including environmentally friendly organic reeds like "Organics Reserve / SELECT JAZZ" and coated reeds such as "PLASTICOVER." We also have mouthpieces, which are rarely distributed in Japan, and other maintenance supplies essential for woodwind players. Now, you can save even more money by using our limited-time Coupon. Please take advantage of this opportunity!
  
  Campaign period: Until January 31, 2025 (Friday)
  Coupon code: [957953].
  Applicable products: All D'Addario Woodwinds products
  Only for in-stock products
  
  ■D'Addario Woodwinds Special
  ■D'Addario Woodwinds 10% point UP coupon!
  

• AIAIAI's Tracks portable headphones are now available in collaboration with Brain Dead!

  

  2025/01/24

  Danish audio brand AIAIAI and LA-based creative collective Brain Dead have collaborated on the Tracks Brain Dead Edition portable headphones!
  AIAIAI is a brand supported by music creators and famous artists. It has previously attracted attention for its collaborations with Ninja Tune and Carhartt. Brain Dead, on the other hand, is popular for its innovative designs that reflect contemporary subcultures. The collaboration between the two has resulted in the Tracks Brain Dead Edition headphones, a fusion of music and art.
  With a simple and sophisticated Scandinavian design, tight bass, and delicate treble reproduction, the headphones combine high design quality with high-quality sound. Sliding earcups with aluminum frames feature the Brain Dead logo. The orange-toned color and see-through housing create a striking design. Orders are scheduled to begin on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.This is a limited production model, so please consider it as soon as possible.
  
  AIAIAI / TRACKS Brain Dead Edition

• Guildギター＆ベース2025ウィンターキャンペーン

  

  2025/01/24

  ■キャンペーン内容
  期間中、Guildのギターまたはベース製品をご購入いただき、ヤマハミュージックメンバーズ（無料会員登録）へご登録と応募フォームよりお申し込みいただいた方の中から抽選で、Line 6またはAmpegのペダルエフェクターを計12名様にプレゼント！この機会にぜひご検討ください。
  
  ■キャンペーン期間
  2025年1月17日(金) ～ 2025年3月31日(月)ご購入分
  
  ■申込期間
  2025年1月17日(金)10:00 ～ 2025年4月14日月(月)23:59
  
  ■対象商品
  Guild ギター＆ベース全品番 (エレクトリック、アコースティック問わず)
  ※中古品やオークションなど個人売買品は対象外
  
  ■プレゼント内容
  ＜抽選＞
  Line 6 HX One(1名様)
  Line 6 POD Express Guitar(3名様)
  Line 6 POD Express Black(3名様)
  Line 6 POD Express Bass(3名様)
  Ampeg Classic Analog Bass Preamp(2名様)
  
  
  キャンペーン応募ページ
  
  ■Guild エレキギター一覧
  ■Guild アコースティックギター一覧
  ■Guild ベース一覧

• SAKAE Japan Custom Snare Series - new models now available!

  

  2025/01/24

  Sakae Osaka Heritage
  The Japan Custom Snare Series is now available in steel shells and brass shell models. The steel shell model has a modern arrangement with a shorter decay and reduced overtones. The brass shell model has a shimmering sound characteristic of a brass body and a rich mid-low range, with a sharp attack and a clear, powerful sound, making it the perfect snare for rock bands.
  The steel shell comes in two sizes, 14 ‘x5.5’ and 14 ‘x6.5’, while the brass shell comes in 14 ‘x5.5’ and 14. The brass shells are available in three sizes: 14‘ x 5.5’, 14‘ x 6.5’ and 13‘ x 6.5’. Both of these snare drums have an attractive sound, so please take advantage of this opportunity!
  
  SAKAE OSAKA HERITAGE / SDM1455STJ
  SAKAE OSAKA HERITAGE / SDM1465STJ
  SAKAE OSAKA HERITAGE / SDM1365BRJ
  SAKAE OSAKA HERITAGE / SDM1455BRJ
  SAKAE OSAKA HERITAGE / SDM1465BRJ

• EVANS drum heads are all in stock!

  

  2025/01/24

  EVANS drum heads are all in stock.
  The extensive lineup of EVANS drumheads includes high-quality and uniquely designed products. The EMAD series bass drumheads, which allow sound adjustment without replacing the head by attaching or detaching the ring, and the EC2S series, featuring EVANS' unique sound-shaping rings beneath the film for a well-balanced sound, are just some of the many standout products in their lineup. Please take this opportunity to try it out!
  
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• KORG has released a new synth module called the 'Multi/Poly Module'!

  

  2025/01/23

  KORG has released a new module version of its popular multi/poly analog modeling synthesizer, multi/poly module! It supports MIDI 2.0 property exchange and poly aftertouch and is an excellent match for Keystage controllers. Compatible not only with native software programs, but also with an ever-increasing number of excellent third-party libraries to keep your sounds updated and your software fresh. We invite you to try out this classic from yesteryear that has evolved into the next generation of synthesizers!
  
  KORG / multi/poly module