Roland announce new models to their TD and HD Electronic drum kits range at NAMM 2012.
The Roland HD-3 V-Drums Lite is a new entry level kit aimed at beginners and those looking for a quiet practice kit. It comes with a small footprint but sounds impressively large.
Roland TD-30K V-Tour pro kit offer awesome looks and performance and features an unrivalled playing experience.
Roland TD-30KV V-Drums V-Pro is top of the heap. Featuring the same TD-30 Drum module as the V-Tour, it also offers compatibility with the optional Shell-Wrap system.
Korg Mini Kaoss Pad 2 Dj effects unit has been announced at NAMM 2012. The new Mini Kaoss 2 will boast a fresh new look for 2012 matching the new Kaossillator. Korg Mini Kaoss Pad 2 features all the effects and features any DJ will need as it inherits powerful effect programs from the Kaoss Pad KP3 and the Kaoss Pad Quad.
Korg Kaossilator 2 dynamic phrase synth has been announced at NAMM 2012. Korg Kaossilator 2 follows on from the hugely successful and popular original model. Kaossilator 2 has been given a fresh and funky look for 2012 is chock-a-block with the latest dance sounds and even has dual loop recording banks that allow you to perform DJ style effect, tricks and techniques.
Boss TU-10 clip-on tuner is a new addition to Boss’s hugely popular TU range of electronic tuners. Boss TU-10 features chromatic tuning, full colour display and a robust build.
Boss GT-100 is the new flagship guitar multi-effects unit from Boss and is the followup to the GT-10. Boss GT-100 has a huge feature set rammed with amp models, COSM effects and all the connectivity you could want.
A new dimension of expression is available with the ACCEL pedal, which enables control of multiple parameters simultaneously, as well as time-variant effects such as FEEDBACKER, S-BEND, TWIST, etc.
Fender have announced a number of exciting new guitar and bass amplifiers and combos in time for this year’s NAMM tradeshow.
The Fender Machete is an all new, high-performance, high-gain, high-end amplifier that combines tube sound with highly distinctive cosmetics. The Machete will deliver 50W of pure valve tone into a Celestion Vintage speaker.
The Superchamp range has been updated to the Fender Superchamp X2. The range is made up of the Superchamp X2 Combo, the Superchamp X2 HD Head, and matching SC112 Speaker Cabinet. Super Champ X2 amps come fully loaded with a range of features including amp modelling, digital effect and even a USB audio interface for recording.
Finally with the Super Bassman, Bassman 100T and range of Bassman Neo cabinets, Fender has announced a new Pro series of bass amplifers, heads and cabinets. The Super Bassman produces a monster 300W of power while the 100T maxes at 100W but can be reduced to 25W at the flick of a switch for practice. The Bassman Neo range will comprise of Bassman 115 NEO, Bassman 410 NEO, Bassman 610 NEO, and Bassman 810 NEO cabinets.
Fender guitars are releasing a host of exciting new electric guitars, basses and amplifiers for 2012.
The Fender Johnny Marr Signature Jaguar is the latest addition to the Artist Series electric guitars. The guitar will be available in Olympic White and Metallic KO and to quote Johnny Marr himself, “… sounds like I’m supposed to sound.”
Fender American Select Series Stratocaster guitars have been introduced to brdige the gap between the American Deluxe series and Fender’s Custom Shop guitars. Select Series guitars are aimed at players who simply demand the best. Featuring high grade woods and components, the Fender American Select Strats are due to hit stores andy day.
This blog post is somewhat of a continuation from our piece on Fender bass guitars earlier this month. Both the Jazz and Precision Bass guitars by Fender are outstanding premium instruments. However, they may be out of some peoples price range, especially if you are looking to buy your very first bass guitar. Squier by Fender is an offshoot of the Fender brand that create quality, affordable guitars that are perfect as an introductory instrument. The Squier Vintage Modified and Squier Classic Vibe ranges are particular highlights, and worth a look…
The 5-string Squier Vintage Modified Jazz Bass V Natural
The Squier Vintage Modified Bass is a fantastic bass guitar for a beginner – a great first base for a first bass! The best word to describe this instrument would be versatile. Although its sound may be best suited for classic rock and jazz sounds it does not sound out of place when used for other genres of music. Modelled on the original Fender Jazz Bass, it features 2 single-coil pickups. This bass is comfortable to play no matter what your style, slap, pick or fingerstyle. A great all rounder and introductory bass guitar.
The Squier Classic Vibe 60s Jazz Bass in Olympic White
The Squier Classic Vibe Bass guitar is a great funky first bass. This bass by Squier produces some great warm and clear sounds, ideal for finger play and even slapping if you tweak with the tone and pickups. It is a classic looking guitar with an offset waist and narrow neck. It features a custom single-coil pickup and 20 frets. It does not have the versatility of the Squier Vintage Modified bass but it is better suited to funk, jazz and bluesy tunes.
Can you imagine The Animals “We Gotta Get Out of This Place” with ANY other sound?
Choosing the right bass guitar for the style of music you play is crucial. The bass really can make or break a song – can you imagine The Animals “We Gotta Get Out of This Place” with ANY other sound? That bass line makes the song. Choose a bass guitar that is going to complement your preferred style or your bands style of music. If you’re a beginner looking for a good all-round bass guitar to get started with or a serious basssist on a budget then you can’t go wrong with the Vintage Modified or Classic Vibe guitars.
Click here to check out the full range of Squier Bass Guitars available at SoundsLiveShop.
An epic bass line can propel a song to legendary status. Take a look at “7 Nation Army” by The White Stripes – that powerful, booming bass line is instantly identifiable. Even if you have not heard of The White Stripes, chances are you will recognise that bass line; it is one of the most unforgettable rock bass riffs of the 21st century. Choosing the best bass guitar for you and your style of play is absolutely vital. Picking out the right bass can become a confusing ordeal, especially with all the different models and brands out there – each one being advertised as the best (naturally!). Lets simplify this process and have a look at some of the best and most suitable bass guitars on the market for you.
Lets look at arguably the biggest name in guitars and bass guitars, Fender. Fender have 2 very different yet equally stellar bass guitars in the form of the Precision Bass guitar and the Jazz Bass guitar ranges. The Fender Precision Bass was adopted by the people en masse when it was released in 1951. Now 60 years later it is updated, improved and still loved by bass players all over the world. The Fender Jazz Bass came to market 9 years later, a great alternative to the Precision Bass for many Jazz players who lacked that Jazz flavour to their music. Lets see which one of these modern interpretations is best suited for you.
The Fender Standard Precision Bass Guitar available in Candy Apple Red
The Fender Precision Bass is ideal for punk, rock and indie sounds. Used by Rock and Indie Royalty such as The Smiths, Thin Lizzy, Blur and R.E.M as well as an heir apparent in the Arctic Monkeys this instrument has proved that it is timeless and versatile for many rock sounds. Fender have not tinkered with the original too much over the years and the most recent version of the Precision Bass looks strikingly similar to the very first P-Bass from 1951. The guitars fretboard contains 20 frets, it features a high-mass vintage bridge and a single split coil pickup. The undercoat is also a thinner finish than previous models which Fender say allows the bass guitars body to breathe which in turn adds more resonance to the sound. So if a loud, punchy, rocky style of music is what you play you definitely cannot go wrong with the Fender Precision Bass Guitar.
Fender Standard Jazz Bass Guitar MN in Sunburst
Fenders Jazz Bass range of bass guitars(or J-Bass) produce a brighter and richer tone than the Precision. The Jazz Bass, not surprisingly, is ideal for Jazz music but is very fitting for disco, reggae, heavy metal and blues too. Crank both Jazz Bass pickups right up and the J-Bass will really growl – perfect for slap bass. The J-Bass has been described before as a “roaring racecar” of a bass, and it does not disappoint in the sound department nor the looks department with its familiar robust design and sleek finish. The latest models also come with a active/passive switch and passive tone control, boosting your tonal options. The Fender Jazz Bass is a brilliant premium bass guitar for a serious bass guitarist.
You cannot go wrong with either of the Fender Bass guitars,the choice really is dependant on what style of music you play. They are both great premium bass guitars and are available in a range of styles and colours at SoundsLiveShop. Click here to check out the full range of bass guitars on offer.
When you purchase a Fender American Standard Stratocaster or Telecaster between August 22nd and December 31st 2011 at Sounds Live you will receive a year’s supply of Fender electric guitars strings, free of charge!
To register for the deal visit the Fender website or via a registration voucher in our Newcastle store. The voucher can then be exchanged for the free strings at the time of purchase.
Note: Fender stipulates that a year’s supply of strings equals 12 sets.
Only in issue 351 of Guitarist… Johnny Marr We sit down with the Smiths legend to get an exclusive and in-depth look at his brand new signature Fender Jaguar and the journey he went on to create it. PLUS! We sit down with Johnny, his tech Bill Puplett and designer John Moore to discuss what makes the Johnny Marr Signature Jaguar so different – have they fina […]
Only in issue 350 of Guitarist… We Can Be Heroes Guitarist delves into the murky world of the tribute act, and find out what it's like to get paid to not only emulate your heroes, but to play huge venues doing it! PLUS! We give you the lowdown on four rigs that you can assemble today if you want to emulate four of the greatest guitar heroes of them all […]
Only in issue 349 of Guitarist… BB King – Exclusive Interview! We sit down with perhaps the greatest living bluesman at the Royal Albert Hall during the making of a definitive new film about his remarkable life. We chat with the 86-year-old legend about how he first fell in love with the guitar, how he's still going strong, the story of Lucille in his o […]
We reviewed the Gibson FIrebird X back in issue 347, we liked some parts of this guitar and hated others and whatever anyone may say, it's pretty much guaranteed to provoke some sort of reaction. Check this out and see what you think, but charge those batteries first… Read more about Gibson Firebird X Video Demo at MusicRadar.com
Guitarist was ultra-lucky to meet up with Mr Big guitar God Paul Gilbert during the band's recent tour of Blighty, and he was gracious enough to show us his new rig, that included the new Ibanez Fireman, a couple of Marshall half-stacks and a string of stompboxes. We filmed the entire thing, and the December issue of Guitarist features the entire On The […]
Only in issue 347 of Guitarist… George Harrison Signature Duo Jet We tell the story of George Harrison's first 'proper' guitar, that he played on some of the Beatles most iconic hits, and learn the ridiculous lengths the Gretsch Custom Shop went to to recreate the incredible ding-for-ding £16,000 replica. PLUS! We review the all-new and signif […]
Acoustic Avalon, the UK's longest running acoustic guitar show is being held this year over the weekend of the 29-30 October – that's this weekend – and is shaping up to be one of its best. The event it being held, as ever, at the Leicester Racecourse Conference Centre and promises a dazzling selection of the world's finest acoustic guitar mak […]
It's MIA award time again! Once a year The Music Industries Association picks the great and the good from the world of music gear and sends an award their way. And they asked you - the Guitarist reader - to help choose the all-important Guitarist Electric Guitar of the Year winner. We asked for your votes to help select the Music Industry Association […]
There's still time to purchase tickets to our incredible one-off Guitarist Presents Fender Custom Shop special event, but not much! The ticket hotline closes at midday Wednesday 12 October, and with the event taking place the day after, on Thursday 13 October in Bath, time is running out to decide if you want to to spend the night with all those gorgeou […]
Korg Mini Kaoss Pad 2
Korg Kaossilator 2
gh-end amplifier that combines tube sound with highly distinctive cosmetics. The Machete will deliver 50W of pure valve tone into a Celestion Vintage speaker.
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