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40. On-Stage Stands are featured on our Countdown to NAMM 2016

December 12, 2015

  We are happy to feature On-Stage Stands on our countdown to NAMM 2016.  They have some exciting new products to unveil at NAMM, especially their Rocker Lug Mic Stands. They will be featuring two revolutionary designs that will have the industry in a buzz! On-Stage Stands was founded on a promise of affordability, durability and innovation, On-Stage Stands products are used everyday in studios, showrooms, and on stages everywhere. Over the years, the brand has grown to include over 300 products in 8 different categories: Guitar, Microphone, Keyboard, Workstation, Rack/Amp/Mixer, Speaker, Lighting, and Band & Orchestra. In each category On-Stage Stands has become a leader, changing the way musicians display, support, and protect their prized instruments and equipment. Today, professionals and amateurs all over the world put their trust in On-Stage Stands.   Make sure to visit them at Booth 5940 in Hall B. Website: https://on-stage.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OnStage.Stands/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/onstagestands   NOTE: NAMM is an industry only event, see if you qualify for NAMM membership at https://www.namm.org/membership For more details on NAMM 2016, visit their website at https://www.namm.org/thenammshow/2016 About The NAMM [Read More]

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45.MXL Microphones is featured on our Countdown to NAMM 2016

December 7, 2015

On number 45 we feature MXL Microphones and they are announcing the Heritage Edition Microphones.  Below is their news: MXL Microphones, a leading manufacturer of consumer and professional studio and live microphones, announces the release of its new Heritage Edition series microphones. The Heritage Edition honors the classic history of studio microphones through the release of alternate versions of MXL’s most popular microphones- Genesis, Genesis FET, 990, V67g, R144 and V69m (MOGAMI Edition). Now styled in a polished silver finish with gold accents, each of the six Heritage Edition mics come packed in a premium flight case with an extended accessories kit specifically tailored to each mic. The Genesis-HE award-winning tube mic is famous for clean highs, warm mids and tight bottom-end. The Genesis FET-HE solid state condenser mic is worthy of bearing the Genesis name due its similar sound clarity in studio recordings. The V67g-HE large capsule condenser mic is popular for vocals and instruments due to its detailed, clear sound recordings. The V69m-HE, internally wired throughout with premium MOGAMI cable, the V69m’s 12AT7 [Read More]

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47. Eventide is featured on our Countdown to NAMM 2016

December 4, 2015

  We continue our countdown with one of my favorite booths to visit every NAMM, and that is the Eventide Effects booth. They always have some amazing artist performances and great effects to check out! You will find them at NAMM 2016 in Hall B Booth 5791.  Here is a bit about Eventide: For over 40 years, Eventide effects have been an inspiration to musicians and audio professionals worldwide. In the beginning we introduced the world’s first digital audio effects boxes like the H910, Instant Phaser, and the iconic H3000 studio processor. You’ve heard the Eventide sound on countless hit records. Innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Our mission remains as it ever was: to take the next step in audio processing. Eventide has recently announced the release of the H3000 Band Delays plug-in for AAX, VST, and AU. This unique multi-effect plug-in, originally included in Eventide’s Anthology X bundle, is on sale for $99 until December 31, 2015. (Normally priced at $199.) Engineers, producers and musicians, have called Band Delays one of [Read More]

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50. New Invention “Stop The Creep” is featured on our Countdown to NAMM 2016

December 2, 2015

  For number 50, we wanted to bring to your attention a new invention which will help drummers end the bass drum creep! Gary Benson of Benson Music in Santa Rosa, California came up with a solution to a never ending problem when he was playing drums. If you are not familiar with the bass drum creep, it is when the bass drum slides during play. We have been to shows where the drummer lugs around heavy carpets, bricks, sand bags, everything to keep the bass drum from creeping on the vocalist, even worse, the front of the stage! So Gary came up with a prototype and has since fine tuned and perfected the device. He started a Kickstarter campaign “Stop The Creep” in hopes of launching the invention at NAMM 2016. Check out a video on it: So for more information on this innovative and useful invention, check out his social media pages. Hopefully we will see him at NAMM! Website: http://bensonsmusic.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/musiclesson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bensondrums Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj9j0bR_FbcJarFqwONJoxQ Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bensonmusic/stop-the-creep   NOTE: NAMM is an industry only event, see if you [Read More]

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52. Knaggs Guitars is featured on our Countdown to NAMM 2016

November 30, 2015

At 52, we wanted to bring to your attention Knaggs Guitars as they are set to unleash their new Hollowbody guitars for 2016! About Knaggs GuitarsL Knaggs Guitars was founded in 2009 by World renowned designer and luthier Joe Knaggs and Branding/Marketing expert Peter Wolf, two well respected industry veterans with a vast history and experience in their respective fields. All designs/creations are named after American Indian river names. Chesapeake line models Choptank, Severn, Potomac & Patuxent are named after tributaries to the Chesapeake Bay while the Influence line Kenai, Keya, Chena, Sheyenne are named after rivers in North America. Wood & Materials are carefully selected and processes are state-of the art. A skilled team of experienced senior guitar builders are making sure the end result is as good as it can possibly be: creating the finest instruments and providing the best tools for players and guitar aficionados. Everyone at Knaggs guitars is a highly skilled professional – together we have over 150 years of experience in creating extraordinary instruments. At the NAMM 2016 Knaggs [Read More]

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55. Electro Faustus Noise Devices are featured on our Countdown to NAMM 2016

November 27, 2015

For Number 55 on our Countdown to NAMM 2016, we bring yo Electro Faustus Noise Devices, all handmade in New York. Electro-Faustus LLC started back in 2008 when two friends (Joe Vella and Eric Kessel) decided on a whim, to try and sell a few oscillators. We sold a few and then a few more and decided to keep at it and we’ve been creating outrageous musical instruments and effects ever since. Our goal is to spread the joy of noise-making through our fine products. Used alone or incorporated into a preexisting setup, our noise devices add a mixture of power and uniqueness to any artist’s sound palate. From bedroom recording maniacs to established recording artists live or in the studio, Electro-Faustus is the key to sonic madness! Our devices are Proudly handmade in New York, U.S.A! Check out some of their products: Visit their social media sites for more details! Website: http://www.electrofaustus.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/electrofaustus/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/eric_faustus   NOTE: NAMM is an industry only event, see if you qualify for NAMM membership at https://www.namm.org/membership For more details on NAMM 2016, visit their website [Read More]

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56. BootLegger Guitar is featured on our Countdown to NAMM 2016

November 26, 2015

  For Number 56 on our Countdown to NAMM, check out BootLegger Guitar from Southern California! As they say, “We are a boutique guitar company brought to you by Studio 637 in SoCal. The Bootlegger build is strong and attractive. So affordable, it should be illegal.” Check out some of their guitars: In addition, check out their Amps and Pedal combos:   Make sure to check out their featured artists at their booth, Alex Cole and Mike Pinera!  Visit their social media sites for more details! Website: http://bootleggerguitar.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bootleggerguitar Twitter: https://twitter.com/PlayBootLegger   NOTE: NAMM is an industry only event, see if you qualify for NAMM membership at https://www.namm.org/membership For more details on NAMM 2016, visit their website at https://www.namm.org/thenammshow/2016 About The NAMM Foundation The NAMM Foundation is a nonprofit organization funded in part by the National Association of Music Merchants and its 9,900 members. The Foundation’s mission is to advance active participation in music making across the lifespan by supporting scientific research, philanthropic giving and public service programs. For more information about the NAMM Foundation, please visit www.nammfoundation.org. Stay tuned [Read More]