Snark SN-2 Chromatic Clip-On Tuner

I’m always looking for good pieces of music equipment that will make my life easier playing in my live band. I’ve never been a fan of having to plug a tuner into my signal chain with my guitar. I also get tired of unplugging my guitar and then plugging it into a tuner over and over through a gig. Enter the Snark SN-2 digital clip-on tuner. This convenient tuner solves both of these problems easily.

The Snark SN-2 tuner clips directly onto your electric guitar or bass and senses the vibrations from the strings to give it an accurate reading of your instruments tuning. The Snark SN-2 will also clip onto any acoustic instrument including guitars, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, oboe or anything that vibrates. The Snark SN-2 also has a built-in microphone so you can tune keyboards with it as well. It’s a chromatic tuner with extended frequency range so it will read any note on the scale and tell you whether you are in tune or not.  

When using the vibration sensing feature of the Snark SN-2 it is very resistant to external noise. You can easily tune your instrument on a noisy stage. Another really nice feature on the SN-2 is the colorful, brightly lit LED readout. The display makes it very easy to see and read the tuning meter in any lighting condition.

I also love how the display is on a 360° swivel which allows you to point the display in any direction. This makes it very easy to clip the tuner onto any instrument or headstock and point the display in the best direction possible for easy viewing.

Another great feature of the Snark SN-2 is the built-in metronome. The metronome is a tap-tempo metronome which makes it easy to set it to a beat by tapping at the speed you desire. One flaw in this is that you can’t set it to an exact tempo very easily. You’re stuck tapping until you get it close to the tempo that you want.

Overall the Snark SN-2 chromatic tuner is an excellent and accurate tuner. I’ve been impressed with how well it tunes my guitar and I just love the convenience. I leave it clipped to the headstock most of the time while I play. It stays securely in place and is always at arms length ready to help me tune my instrument. It’s a great deal too so pick one up today!

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Line 6 X2 XDS95 Wireless Guitar System

   I’ve recently been playing in a live band with my Son’s called Bonne Nuit and they were quite envious of my Shure wireless guitar system. I decided to get them their own wireless guitar systems and decided on the Line 6 X2 XDS95 Wireless Guitar System. I got two XDS95′s, one for my bass player and one for my rhythm guitar player. My choice was based mainly on the low price and the fact that this is a full digital wireless guitar system. I have been extremely pleased with this wireless guitar system in terms of reliability and especially in terms of sound quality. It’s one purchase I have never regretted. The following review was written by my son Erik Rushton.  

   “I own a lot of Line 6 gear and have always been amazed by how well it works and sounds. Especially for what I paid for it. The X2 XDS95 digital wireless receiver is no exception to my past experiences with Line 6 equipment.

    On the box of the X2 XDS95, Line 6 states “Wired tone. Wireless freedom.” I practice wired and when I switch to my X2 XDS95 either on stage or in practice, I can tell no difference in sound quality. The X2 XDS95 is a digital 24 bit system which really makes your tone sound a lot better than analog systems. Plus, the digital signal gives you a great wireless freedom. When I first bought my receiver I wanted to test it’s range out. I got about 50 feet and two brick walls between my transmitter and receiver before my sound cut out. On stage I have never had a problem with my signal dropping out.

    Another great thing about having a digital signal over an analog one is there is no loss of sound quality as you get farther away from your receiver. If you happen to get out of range, your sound will just abruptly stop rather than changing to static or distorting. Also, if you run out of battery power your sound will just cut off without any noticeable noise.

   The X2 XDS95 has five different channels to choose from which makes it so five people can be using their own X2 XDS95 at the same time. So when you’re bass player sees how awesome your wireless is, you can tell him to get one too!

   One complaint with the X2 XDS95 is it’s actual battery life. Line 6 claims that the transmitter will operate for 11 hours and the receiver for 8 hours each on just a single 9V battery. In actuality I usually get around 6 hours on the transmitter and 5-6 on the receiver. Luckily, you can operate the receiver  on a standard 9V power adapter. I recommend forking out the extra cash to just get the power adapter. It makes playing that much easier and enjoyable. 

    Another problem I have with the X2 XDS95 is the cable that is provided for the guitar to transmitter connection. It plugs into the guitar with a ¼” plug but plugs into the transmitter with a 1/8” plug. Cables like that are hard to find if you need a replacement and the generally don’t come cheap. I have had no problems with mine so far but I do recommend being extra careful with it.

    What really amazed me about this wireless system, and pretty much all Line 6 gear, is how relatively cheap it was. Great digital wireless receivers from a top of the line company like Shure can cost anywhere from $400 – $600 dollars.  Guitar Center lists the X2 XDS95 at $299.  That pricing difference keeps me coming back to Line 6 over and over again 

   I recommend the Line 6 X2 XDS95 wireless receiver for all musicians wanting wireless freedom for a cheap price. Once you go wireless on stage you’ll never want to go back to wired. And for all the musicians running analog wireless systems, once you go digital you’ll never want to go back.”

   The Line 6 X2 XDS95 is getting harder to find online. The best alternative the X2 XDS95 is the Line 6 Relay G30 Digital Wireless Guitar System. I’m sure you’ll be very happy with either system.

Line 6 X2 XDS-95 24-BIT WIRELESS INSTRUMENT SYSTEM StandardWired tone, wireless freedom, stompbox size.

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Planet Waves Locking Tuners For Gibson Les Paul

   One of my favorite guitars is my Gibson Les Paul BFG and I use it in my live band regularly. It sounds great and has very unique tones for a Gibson. It’s also got fairly cheap parts on it thanks to Gibson building it as more of a budget Les Paul. Recently I was stringing it up and as I was putting on the low E-String the string windings lifted the post right out of the tuning machine! I couldn’t believe it because I had never had a problem with Grover Tuners before. Let’s  just say I’m less than impressed with the Grover Tuners build quality.  

   So I immediately contacted Gibson to see if I could purchase a replacement Tuner from them. The answer from Gibson was “We don’t supply replacement tuners for our instruments, you’ll  have to purchase them from somewhere else.” Well I was pretty let down because I wanted a tuner to match the rest of the tuning machines that still worked on the guitar. They are a lovely distressed black chrome color. So here’s a big thumbs-down to Gibson support for their instruments.

   That put me on a search for a replacement tuning machine for my Gibson Les Paul BFG. Well, nobody had any distressed black chrome tuning machines so I decided that it was time to make the guitar better and install locking tuners on the guitar. I checked out the standard Sperzels and a few others and finally decided on the Planet Waves Locking Tuners with built-in string trimmers. I had to go with solid Black or Chrome tuning machines so I went with the black to match the overall color scheme of my Les Paul BFG.

   These are really fascinating tuners because of their built-in string trimming capability. They function just like most of the locking tuners out there. You simply pull the string through a hole in the middle of the tuner, pull the string tight and lock the string in place by turning a knob on the bottom of the tuner. At this point the guitar is about ½ to ¾ of a turn on the tuner from being in tune.

   As you tune your guitar the loose end of the string comes into contact with the built-in trimming mechanism and it clips the string off flush with the tuning post as you turn the string. It’s really amazing and has worked flawlessly for me! There are no sharp edges to cut your fingers on this trimming mechanism. After the string is clipped there are no hanging pieces of string to poke and cut your fingers either. It’s a really great feature on these locking tuners.

   What I really love about them is the fact that I can have my Les Paul’s strings completely changed and in tune in about 4 minutes flat. I am so glad my tuner broke so I could replace the entire set with these sweet Planet Waves Locking Tuners!

   Installation of the tuners themselves was also a breeze. They fit the Les Pauls tuning machine holes perfectly with absolutely no drilling or routing of any kind. The tuners were as easy to install as unscrewing the original set of tuning machines, sliding the old machines out and sliding the new tuning machines into the holes in the headstock. The screws lined up perfectly and I had the entire set installed in 15 minutes.

   My Gibson Les Paul BFG stays in tune better than ever and changing the strings is actually fun now. I still us a little Big Bends Nut Sauce in the nut string slots and on the bridge pieces to keep the tuning even more stable. I highly recommend the Planet Waves Locking Tuners with Built-In String trimmer as an easy and important upgrade to any Gibson Les Paul guitar.

Planet Waves Auto-Trim Tuning Machines/3 Per Side ChromeThe Planet Waves Auto-Trim Tuning Machines automatically cut off excess string while you tune up your guitar. An individual string clamp holds the string tightly in the tuner, so there’s no need for multiple wraps around the tuning post. A precision 18:1 gear ratio provides smooth, exact tuning, while virtually eliminating backlash and slippage. The rugged, die-cast outer casing houses precision 18:1 bevel and worm gears, a string clamp, and a hardened-steel wire cutter. Restringing has never been easier: simply insert the string, tighten the clamp, and tune up. The Auto-Trim Tuning Machine does the rest.

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Fishman FT-1 Digital Clip-On Guitar Tuner

          One thing I’m always looking for is a way to make things more convenient in my live band. The Fishman FT-1 Digital tuner is a great tuner to use if you want a quick, easy and fast tune. While not as accurate as some other tuners such as my Peterson 490-ST Strobe Tuner, the FT-1 is a great tuner to use if you need a quick tune on the fly. It’s great for tuning before practice or mid-song at a gig and is easily clipped on and off the guitar. You can also use this tuner on both your acoustic guitar and your electric guitar.   

            The FT-1 has four different tuning modes. It features a full twelve note chromatic mode along with specific modes for guitar, bass and ukulele. I stick mostly to the chromatic mode when I play because it allows you to drop tune the guitar if needed.  In addition to these four modes, the FT-1 also allows you to change the reference pitch to anywhere from 435Hz to 445Hz when needed.

            What good is a tuner if it’s complicated and hard to read? The FT-1 features a bright LCD display with a layout that is very easy to read. The display lights green when a note is in tune and lights red when it is either sharp or flat. It also features a meter-style sharp and flat display that tracks the guitar very well.

            The tuner comes with both a built in microphone and a clip on sensor. The microphone works well but I stick mainly to the clip on sensor because it is not affected by noisy environments. The clip on sensor tracks the guitar almost immediately so you’re not stuck waiting for a response. Neither the microphone or the clip on tuner are as accurate as my Korg Pandora PX4D but the Fishman FT-1 is a lot faster to pull out and easier to use than the Pandora. I actually leave it clipped onto my guitar the entire gig so it’s ready if I need to make a quick tuning tweak.

            Overall I have been very satisfied and impressed with the Fishman FT-1. Although not as precise as other, more expensive, plug in and clip on tuners, the FT-1’s price tag can’t be beat for the functionality it provides. I recommend every musician have one on hand at all times.

Fishman FT-1 Digital Clip-On TunerThe Fishman FT-1 Digital Tuner is an ideal companion for any acoustic instrument. The clip-on fully chromatic Fishman tuner quickly and accurately finds the note being played and indicates if you’re in tune, sharp, or flat. The FT-1 tuner’s adjustable clip sensor is easily secured to the instrument and ensures great results, even in noisy environments.The Fishman FT-1 tuner’s bright, backlit LCD display is equipped with a meter-style pitch indicator with a large readout that turns from red to green when the note is in tune. Powered by a single coin battery, Fishman FT-1 clip-on digital tuner is lightweight and packed with value.

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iRig for iPhone, iPod and iPad

   I’m always looking out for tools to help me practice or to help me out in my live band.  One of the coolest things I’ve seen lately is the new Amplitube offering from IK Multimedia for the Apple iPhone, iPod and iPad. In a nutshell it will give you the ablility to plug your guitar into your iPhone, iPod or iPad and use it as a guitar amplifier. You’ll be able to make your guitar sound like a multitude of famous guitar amplifiers.

   If you’re unfamiliar with Amplitube it’s basically a software based guitar amplifier simulation that takes your guitar signal and processes it to sound like one of many different famous guitar amplifiers. Your guitar will sound like it’s being played through a Fender blackface amplifier and with the press of a button your guitar can sound like it’s being played through a full Marshall stack. You’ll get bluesy tones, metal tones, country tones and jazz tones using Amplitube’s guitar processing.   

   IK Multimedia has released an iTunes App featuring Amplitube that you can run on either your iPhone, iPod or iPad turning it into a guitar signal processor. The only additional piece of hardware you’ll need is the Ik Multimedia iRig audio interface adapter so you can plug your guitar into your Apple device. That’s it, with just the App from the iStore and the iRig adapter you’ll be able to use your iPhone, iPod or iPad as a guitar amplifier!

   This App is incredibly full featured and has a lot to offer any guitarist. For practicing your guitar it has a speed trainer which allows you to speed up or slow down imported songs from %50-%200 without affecting the pitch of the song. It’s a great way to learn how to play tough guitar parts and solo’s. You can also import backing tracks for you to play along with on your guitar. The Amplitube app is filled with excellent guitar effects as well such as Chorus, Delay, Compression and Distortion. You are free to mix and match effects and amplifiers at will to create your own custom sounds.

   There is also a built-in single track recorder for recording your musical ideas. You can also buy an add-in app that will give you a full featured 8-track recorder as well. You can use the iRig interface to record vocals as well as guitar using Amplitube as an effects processor.

   So, if you’ve been searching for an excellent way to make practicing your guitar more enjoyable then the iRig and Amplitube app may be perfect for you! In a pinch at a live gig, you could probably make it through a gig with just your iPhone if your amplifier dies. It would be incredibly handy to have an iRig interface and Amplitube along for emergencies at any live show.

IK Multimedia iRig – Audio Interface Adapater for iPhone, iPod, iPadThe IK Multimedia AmpliTube iRig combines an easy-to-use instrument interface adapter with guitar and bass tone software for your favorite Apple mobile device. With AmpliTube iRig, you can plug your guitar into your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad and jam anywhere with top-notch guitar and bass tone right in the palm of your hand. Plug iRig into your mobile device; plug in your instrument; add headphones, amp or powered speakers; install the AmpliTube app; and start rocking.The IK Multimedia iRig is the ideal companion not only to the mobile AmpliTube app, but it also works with any other recording, processing, or tuning app. Plus, you can also use the iRig adapter with line level signal sources such as synthesizers, keyboards, or mixers.AmpliTube for iPhone At the core of the AmpliTube iRig System is AmpliTube—a leader in gear modeling software for professional recording studios. AmpliTube for iPhone gives you the same incredible ultra-realistic sound and modeling accuracy of its Mac/PC applications in a convenient mobile platform app.With AmpliTube for iPhone, you’ll have an entire guitar/bass rig at your fingertips, comprised of 3 recombinable simultaneous stompbox effects, an amp-head plus cabinet and a microphone. With AmpliTube for iPhone fully loaded, you will be able to choose between 5 amps (clean, crunch, lead, metal, bass) with full controls, 10 stompbox effects (delay, flanger, phaser, overdrive, distortion, filter, wah, fuzz, octaver, chorus), 5 cabinets and 2 microphones (dynamic and condenser).Plus, AmpliTube for iPhone features a chromatic digital tuner and a metronome. You can also import and play with songs or backing tracks with realtime effects; and create, save and recall up to 36 presets on the fly.

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Turn Your iPhone, iPod Or iPad Into A Guitar Amplifier

2010 Fender American Deluxe Ash Stratocaster - Wine Transparent

   I’ve been doing some asking around and have had many reports of people waiting months to get ahold of the new 2010 American Deluxe Stratocaster. There are certain colors available right now but some colors and options are out of stock and have been for months. I ordered a Wine Transparent American Deluxe Ash Stratocaster on April 2, 2010 and it just came in on September 22, 2010. It was almost a 6 month wait. Needless to say, I did not pick it up or pay for it and told the store they can keep it. It’s ridiculous to wait that long for a guitar and I will not play that game. Now that doesn’t mean I won’t get one. I will still be getting my 2010 American Deluxe Ash Stratocaster, just not right now. Since Fender forced me to wait for 6 months for a new one, I’ve lost that “must have it now!” attitude and will patiently shop for a used one. It may take me another year to get it, but I’m sure I’ll save some money and in the meantime I’m $1649 richer.   

   I still love the new Fender American Deluxe Stratocaster. It’s simpy a perfect design and I highly recommend them to anyone buying an electric guitar. I just think it’s folly on Fender’s part to list models on their website and in their catalog that they cannot deliver. I’ve heard a lot of excuses ranging from a “paint shortage” to “Fender’s cost cutting led to massive employee layoffs and there isn’t anyone building the guitars”. I don’t know which is true since Fender has not released any press statement on the subject. I do know I ordered a guitar from a Fender dealer and it took 6 months to get it. 

   That’s why I’m pointing you to Music123 for your Fender American Deluxe Stratocaster purchase. I have contacted them and they are promising that any color you want will be shipped between now and the second week of November, 2010. Music123 has been extremely reliable for me over the years and their customer service is beyond excellent. I do know that they are at the mercy of Fender and that Fender dictates when the guitars ship. If nothing else, Music123 will not charge you until the guitar ships and you can get your money back at any time. So buy with confidence at Music123 by following the links below. 

Fender American Deluxe Stratocaster Ash Electric Guitar Wine Transparent The ash Fender American Deluxe Stratocaster gives you the distinct grain pattern and spanking tone of an ash body, with all the cool specs of the new American Deluxe Stratocaster. A new compound-radius fretboard makes string bending exhilaratingly effortless anywhere along the neck. New Fender N3 noiseless pickups supercharge your sound with improved Stratocaster tones for sparkling bell-like chime with no hum. Reconfigured S-1 switching offers even more knockout tonal options. Other features include staggered locking tuners, a 2-point synchronized American Deluxe tremolo bridge with pop-in arm, and a beveled neck heel. Fender includes a molded Fender-exclusive SKB case with glass-reinforced latches and TSA locks, cable, and strap locks with the American Deluxe Strat.   Fender N3 Noiseless pickups N3 Noiseless pickups deliver the best of yesterday and today, because they deliver landmark vintage Fender tone and response without the hum that can plague single-coil pickups. Using an improved stacked coil-coil design, N3 Noiseless pickups are specially tailored for each Stratocaster and Telecaster pickup position. The insulated metal core of each pickup position type differs in thickness and composition for enhanced tone, and Fender has fine-tuned the sized, shape, and wire gauge of the coils to balance the magnetic responsiveness essential to great tone. N3 pickups represent a welcome return to the warmth and clarity of alnico magnets. An Alnico 5 magnet is used in the bridge position, Alnico 2 in the middle position, and Alnico 3 for the neck position.

Fender American Deluxe Stratocaster Electric Guitar Amber Maple Neck In the newest evolutionary step for the American Deluxe Stratocaster electric guitar, it maintains its traditional look and feel while introducing upgrades that include three N3 Noiseless single-coil pickups that still produce their revered sparkle and snap and—with noiseless design—no annoying hum. The S-1 switching system adds additional pickup combinations beyond those provided by a standard five-way switch including new combinations of series and parallel wiring for a dazzling array of tonal choice. The compound radius fretboard that modern guitarists demand ensures strings won’t fret out even with extreme bending. Other improvements include the high-mass tremolo block that increases sustain; locking tuning keys; and a molded case with glass-reinforced latches and TSA locks.

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Danelectro FAB Chorus - Excellent Sound, Incredible Price

   I’ve been playing guitar in a live band for a lot of years now and I’ve come to rely on some basic guitar effects to help shape my sound. One of the most important effects you can add to your guitar effects collection is the Chorus effect. If you don’t know how a chorus works its quite simple. Chorusing makes your guitar sound like multiple guitars being played, hence the name Chorus. It accomplishes this effect by putting a slight delay and modulating the original signal then mixing the modulated signal with the original.

   Today I’m going to talk about an incredibly affordable chorus pedal called the FAB Chorus by Danelectro. The FAB Chorus is a colored a metallic blue, has an on/off indicator light, an on/off button and 3 knobs that control Mix, Speed and Depth. The FAB Chorus is a mono chorus as opposed to more expensive stereo chorus effects. As you know, a stereo chorus effect will yield a wider and more ambient chorus effect split between two stereo channels. The FAB Chorus is made to be used with a mono guitar amplifier.    

   Stereo chorus units are excellent when employing stereo amplification but most guitar amps simply run a mono feed to the guitar speakers. A lot of stereo chorus units sound weak and thin when run through a mono amplifier. The FAB Chorus is built to have a thick, rich chorus sound when run in mono. It really is suited to being plugged right into the guitars signal chain which feeds the amplifiers input jack. The FAB Chorus sounds excellent when used with an amplifier like the Fender Frontman 212R which is a functional but somewhat boring amp on its own. If you plug a Danelectro FAB Chorus into the Fender Frontman 212R it really thickens up the sound and makes the amp sound a lot more full.

   The FAB Chorus really does create a thick and beautiful mono chorus sound. It’s very easy to dial up a broad range of different sounds using the 3 control knobs. You can go from a light, shimmering chorus to a wildly modulating outer-space type chorus effect and everything in between. It’s really shocking the difference it will make when you put this chorus effect in your signal chain. I justcan’t give the FAB Chours high enough praise for it’s versatility and overall excellent sounding chorus effect.

   The FAB Chorus feels weighty enough that it has a good quality feel to it. You can feel some plastic but the pedal is built with a metal bottom and a heavy rubber base. Still, I wouldn’t recommend stomping too hard on this chorus pedal or dumping a drink on it. If you take care of it, I imagine the pedal will last you for years to come.

   The FAB Chorus runs on one 9 Volt battery and it also has a jack for an AC adaptor. I have only used it with a battery and the FAB Chorus is silent in terms of signal noise. The only thing you hear is rich chorus when it’s turned on. I have heard from other people that using an AC Adaptor will introduce some hum to the signal. I didn’t test this but I figured I would note it here.

   Now here’s the kicker, this incredible sounding Chorus pedal only costs $14.99 from Musician’s Friend! That is an unbelievably low price for such an excellent sounding guitar effect. The Chorus effect is essential in creating thick, modern guitar tones and is one of the core effects every guitarist should have. You just can’t go wrong getting a great chorus like the Danelectro FAB Chorus at such a low price. Get one today!

Danelectro FAB Chorus Guitar Effects Pedal The Danelectro FAB Chorus Guitar Effects Pedal is a great way to fatten your rhythms and add character to your leads. Dano does it on a shoestring with the Danelectro FAB chorus. Full controls include mix, speed, depth, and effect on/off foot button. The FAB Chorus pedal’s cool retro-futuristic design is small and tough with a rubber base. Runs on 9V battery or optional 9V DC adaptor.

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Line 6 POD Studio KB37

   A while ago I wrote a review on the Line 6 Toneport KB37 Audio Interface and MIDI Controller. I really love this little audio interface and it’s been an invaluable tool for my music recordings. I have a larger setup in my main studio but the KB37 goes with me when I need to work on my recordings while on the road. That being said, I have to admit that I use the KB37 in my big studio a lot of the time because it’s so simple to use.

   When I got my KB37 it was called a Toneport and came with basic Line 6 amp simulation software. I had to purchase Reason 4.o and Sony Acid separately to get my portable recording setup running with the KB37. That added up to quite a few dollars to get a decent mobile audio workstation going.  

  Line 6 recently upgraded the KB37 package and renamed it the POD Studio KB37. Several new additions to the KB37 package have really upped the value of this excellent audio interface. It comes with all the guitar, keyboard and multi-track software you’ll need to start recording right out of the box!

   The software that comes with the POD Studio KB37 includes the POD Farm plug-in, Ableton Live Lite Line 6 Studio Edition which can record 16-tracks and Reason Adapted which is a very functional yet limited version of the Reason 4.0 music sequencer. It’s just a fantastic package becuase you get the guitar software, keyboard software and multi-track studio software right with the KB37 audio interface.

   I just can’t say enough about this excellent studio package from Line 6. I have been extremely happy with my KB37 and that’s why I’m recommending it again on Live Musician Central. You can purchase it using the links below or I also have it available in the Live Musician Central Store in the Keyboard Gear section.

Line 6 POD Studio KB37 USB Audio Interface with POD Farm Plug-inThe Line 6 POD Studio KB37 is a USB audio interface and MIDI controller keyboard with Pod Farm Plug-in. The KB37 boasts incredibly low noise for recording guitar, and 12dB more dynamic range than similar USB audio interfaces for clear and dynamic recordings. Plus, the POD Studio KB37 interface’s exclusive Line 6 ToneDirect monitoring virtually eliminates latency, so you record amp and effect modeling without sacrificing tone or feel. Half rock-solid guitar interface, half feature-packed MIDI controller, the Line 6 KB37 is as versatile as it is powerful. It features 37 full-sized velocity-sensitive keys, a pitch bend wheel, octave up/down buttons, and a set of software-assignable controls including a mod wheel, sound select next/previous buttons, five transport buttons, 4 knobs, and more. Its comprehensive I/O boasts a 1/4-inch guitar input (normal or pad), two balanced XLR inputs with high-quality mic preamps, phantom power and trim knobs, a 1/4-inch stereo monitor input, two 1/4-inch line inputs, two balanced 1/4-inch line outputs, S/PDIF digital output, a 1/4-inch stereo headphone output with level control, and a pair of assignable VU meters for a truly pro recording experience.Public Service Announcement: Latency Kills Recording with latency is like driving with your eyes closed. Line 6′s ToneDirect monitoring allows you to record and monitor a fully processed tone while virtually eliminating latency and taking all the guesswork out of recording great-sounding tracks.What’s latency? Latency is the delay caused by the time it takes your guitar signal to travel all the way through your hardware interface, through your computer’s processor, through your plug-in software, back through your hardware interface, and out of your speakers or headphones. This delay is heard in your monitoring signal and makes recording almost impossible. With a POD Studio KB37 interface, latency is something you won’t have to worry about. Start Recording Right Out of the Box POD Studio KB37 includes POD Farm plug-in, Ableton Live Lite Line 6 Studio Edition 16-track recording software (ideal for guitarists), and award-winning Reason Adapted production software featuring a sought-after sequencer and tons of stunningly lifelike instruments. This sample collection of studio-standard hardware and software provides instant pro recording, right out of the box.

Line 6 POD X3 Live or KB37 or M13 Bag US $69.99 Auction Ends: Saturday May-26-2012 12:47:49 PDT   | Watch this Item

Line 6 TonePort KB37 Digital Recording Interface US $89.00 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Saturday May-26-2012 16:20:11 PDT   | Watch this Item

LINE 6 LINE6 POD STUDIO KB37 KB-37 USB KEYBOARD NEW US $349.99 Auction Ends: Sunday May-27-2012 20:56:51 PDT   | Watch this Item

LINE 6 LINE6 POD STUDIO KB37 POD FARM USB KEYBOARD NEW US $349.99 Auction Ends: Sunday May-27-2012 21:21:45 PDT   | Watch this Item

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Dunlop Bridge Pin Puller - Bottle Opener

  I’m sure a lot of you are asking for or giving an acoustic guitar as a gift for Christmas this year. I still remember when I was 13 years old and I got my very first acoustic guitar. I loved it and it brought a whole new dimension in music to my life. Getting my acoustic guitar as a Christmas present was literally what launched my career as a musician playing in live bands.

   I remember learning how to play on that acoustic guitar and playing it until I broke a string. That brought me to my first string change on an acoustic guitar. Let me tell you, it was a learning experience and I learned a hard lesson. Acoustic guitar bridge pins are a real pain in ass to get out of the bridge! Naturally I grabbed a flat blade screwdriver and began prying against my beautiful wood bridge mount which I immediately chipped by prying on it.  

   I eventually got all the pins out and the strings changed but the damage to the wood on the bridge was permanent. As I said, it was a hard lesson to learn so I got down to the local music store and found out all about bridge pin pullers. I had no idea such a simple device could save so much hassle when it came to changing strings on my acoustic guitar.

   Today I am suggesting the Dunlop Bridge Pin Puller as a gift to go along with that new acoustic guitar. It’s very inexpensive at $4.99 and it will save your acoustic guitarist from extreme frustration while pulling bridge pins. More importantly it will prevent damage to the bridge of that brand new acoustic guitar. The Dunlop Bridge Pin Puller also doubles as a bottle opener so you can enjoy a fresh bottle of your favorite beverage while safely pulling the bridge pins out of your guitar.

   Another thing I like about the Dunlop Bridge Pin Puller is the fact that you pull the pins straight up without any prying. The bridge pin pullers that are integrated into string winders still require you to pry on the bridge. That’s a bad thing because the possibility of bridge damage is still there. Just remember, when pulling bridge pins, any kind of prying is bad and that’s why I’m recommending the Dunlop bridge pin puller.

   The Dunlop Bridge Pin Puller/Bottle Opener is the perfect stocking stuffer. It’s an invaluable tool that will be appreciated every time your acoustic guitar player has to change their strings.

Dunlop Bridge Pin Puller/Bottle OpenerThis patented Dunlop Bridge Pin Puller is ergonomically designed for an easy grip and eliminates any chance of damaging your bridge or pins. The direct pulling action is simple, efficient, and works on both 6- and 12-string guitars. The keychain hole keeps the pin puller handy and the heavy-duty steel and plastic construction ensures a lifetime of use. Pops the top off your favorite beverage, too.

Bridge Pin Puller, White US $5.39 Auction Ends: Thursday May-24-2012 8:15:54 PDT   | Watch this Item

Black handy Bridge Pin Puller tools for Remove Pins without damage guitar NEW US $0.99 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Thursday May-24-2012 8:35:25 PDT   | Watch this Item

Yellow Guitar handy Bridge Pin Puller for remove bridge pins Guitar tool NEW US $0.99 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Thursday May-24-2012 8:35:31 PDT   | Watch this Item

New Colorful Guitar Peg String Winder w/ Bridge Pin Puller US $2.71 Auction Ends: Friday May-25-2012 14:54:15 PDT   | Watch this Item

Dunlop Bridge Pin Puller Bottle Opener US $2.99 Auction Ends: Saturday May-26-2012 14:13:46 PDT   | Watch this Item

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A Bridge Pin Puller Is A Perfect Acoustic Guitar Gift Accessory

Swirlygig Chrome Drink Holder

   How many times have you reached for your drink at a gig only to find it kicked over on the floor? I’ve spilled so many drinks over the years it’s amazing I haven’t been electrocuted! That’s why today I’m suggesting the Swirlygig Chrome Mic Stand Drink Holder for yourself or as a gift for anyone who plays in a live band.

   I’ve spilled drinks down my amplifier and I’ve spilled them right into plug bars. Let me tell you the light show from the exploding plug bar was cool but it sucked when the power went out because of a spilled drink. The Swirlygig drink holder will hang right on your mic stand keeping your drink within easy reach while keeping it away from your valuable amplifier and electrical outlets.  

   The Swirlygig drink holder is big enough to hold glasses, cans or bottles. It will hang off any piece of inch or half-inch tubing so you will have some hanging options around the practice area too. It will hang off the leg of a bar stool as well which is great when you’re practicing your guitar or playing a gig seated on a bar stool. So pick up a Swirlygig drink holder today and start enjoying the convenience of having your drink within easy reach!

Swirlygig Chrome Mic Stand Drink Holder Fits 1 Inch TubingBuilt to accommodate most common microphone stands and beverage containers, the stylish Swirlygig Drink Holder will put an end to the days of trying to find a convenient, yet safe place for your cup or glass. With this microphone stand accessory, you’ll discover what millions of people have known for years – convenience is good.The chrome SwirlyGig Drink Holder is built to fit on roughly inch or half-inch tubing. Try it on mic stands, music stands, lawn chair, etc. The SwirlyGig will hold cans, bottles, glasses as well as odds and ends! Chrome plated. Beverage not included.

Drink holder clamp on to microphone mic stand drink holder beer pop cup stand US $9.95 Auction Ends: Thursday May-24-2012 15:44:39 PDT   | Watch this Item

COOLIECADDIE STAINLESS LEATHER MIC STAND DRINK HOLDER!! US $39.95 Auction Ends: Saturday May-26-2012 9:12:55 PDT   | Watch this Item

Microphone Mic Mike stand Drink Cup Holder FREE Sticker US $15.95 Auction Ends: Friday Jun-01-2012 9:24:55 PDT   | Watch this Item

Hydrator Mic Stand Cup Holder Can Drink Holder Black US $17.99 Auction Ends: Tuesday Jun-05-2012 13:46:54 PDT   | Watch this Item

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Musician Gift Suggestions – Swirlygig Chrome Mic Stand Drink Holder