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Fluance DB12 Powered Subwoofer

The Fluance DB12 Powered Subwoofer

Fluance DB12 Powered SubwooferThe Fluance DB12 Powered Subwoofer is designed to deliver powerful bass performance for a truly immersive experience. Equipped with a 12-inch, front-firing throw driver, DB12 offers longer excursion and controlled linearity for smoother, deeper bass performance, ensuring that the lowest frequencies of every track are heard consistently without any unexpected roll off. Providing 240 watts of clean dynamic power (400-watt peak), it has been ported and precisely tuned to its  MDF wood cabinet for a warm, distortion-free sound.

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Taylor’s Mini Bass

Taylor’s Mini Bass

Taylor’s Mini BassTaylor’s Mini Bass is a compact, lightweight, comfortable acoustic bass that provides natural sounding bass notes. Custom D’Addario nylon-core strings (with phosphor bronze wrap wire) plus a unique dual-prong bridge pin design yield great sound and a slinky feel. Condensed fret spacing make it a breeze to play, and an inspiring tool to have on hand for writing, recording demos, and jamming with friends. The bass comes equipped with an ES-B onboard pickup and preamp, featuring tone and volume controls and a built-in tuner, plus a hard bag featuring adjustable backpack straps for easy portability.

www.taylorguitars.com

North-Star

North-Star

North-StarRadial Engineering’s North-Star combination overdrive and power booster was designed with rock-oriented country guitarists in mind, but its adjustable sonic characteristics and versatile overdrive circuitry make it suitable for any playing style. And no matter where the drive control is set, you will still be able to articulate every note. North-Star is equipped with a separate boost circuit that provides up to 24dB of clean gain to the signal. Players can connect other pedals for easy transitions from rhythm to lead tones. A true-bypass pedal, the effects loop can also be used to remove noisy, tone-sucking pedals from the signal chain. Powered by a standard 9V power supply, it’s built in a tough, pedalboard-friendly, 14-gauge steel chassis.

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Telefunken Elekroakustik Direct Boxes

Elekroakustik direct boxesTelefunken Elekroakustik direct boxes are built to withstand the wear and tear of gigging. Inside each model are custom-wound, UK-built, output transformers by OEP/Carnhill. Circuits are housed in a durable aluminum enclosure with heavy-duty metal toggle switches. The four boxes available are: TDP-1 (mono) passive; TDP-2 (dual) passive stereo; TDA-1 (mono) active direct box with discrete Class-A FET circuitry; and TDA-2 (dual) active stereo direct box with discrete Class-A FET circuitry.

www.telefunken-elektroakustik.com

D’Addario’s Latching Cut-Off Switch

D’Addario’s Latching Cut-Off Switch

D’Addario’s Latching Cut-Off SwitchD’Addario’s Latching Cut-Off Switch circuit breaker line of instrument cables feature gold-plated plugs for superior signal flow and corrosion resistance. An actuated “kill switch” allows for noise-free instrument changes. The switch is pressed to mute the signal to the amplifier and then pressed again to reactivate signal flow. The cables use ultra-pure, oxygen free copper conductors and solderless plugs for a solid connection. Two layers of shielding provide 100% coverage for insulation and noise rejection. They are available in the following variations: 10-foot, 15-foot, 20-foot, and 30-foot straight plug; plus 10-foot and 20-foot right angle plug.

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3D-U AARO

3D-U AARO In-Ear Monitor System

3D-U AAROSensaphonics claims that its 3D-U AARO in-ear monitor system is the only active ambient system on the market that allows users to hear the monitor mix normally while adding a selectable level of ambient sound with full, accurate directionality. Other features include: optional universal fit 3D-U Active Ambient earpieces, up to 37 dB acoustic isolation, proprietary drivers for full-range, reference quality audio; bodypack mixer to combine monitor mix and ambient sound; active signal processing circuitry for wide dynamic range and zero latency; toggle selectable perform and full ambient operation modes; internal bass boost switch, and easy-to-replace SensaQuad quadraxial cable system.

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The Synth9 Synthesizer Machine

The Synth9 Synthesizer Machine from Electro-Harmonix will make your guitar sound like nine different classic vintage synthesizers. A simple nine-position rotary switch lets the player choose between: OBX, Profit V, Vibe Synth, Mini Mood, EHX Mini, Solo Synth, Mood Bass, String Synth, and Poly VI. Synth9 can be used on guitar or bass without modifications, special pickups, or MIDI implementation. It also features Dry volume, Synth volume, Ctrl 1 and
Ctrl 2 knobs. Its usability range extends to about the 23rd fret on the high E string and down to the open A string on a bass guitar. The Synth9 comes with a standard 9.6DC power supply.

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Cerwin Vega CV Series powered PA

Cerwin Vega CV Series Powered PA Line

Cerwin Vega CV Series powered PACerwin Vega CV Series powered PA line includes three distinct groups: CVE (compact systems), CVX (for medium-size applications), and CVXL (for medium to large applications). Each group is optimized to offer the best quality and specifications for its applications. The CVX Powered Speaker line (pictured) has four powered speakers: single 10-inch and 15-inch tops, with 18-inch and 21-inch subwoofers, featuring CV’s “Tour Shield” finish. CVX provides reliable wireless audio input. The system is ideal for mobile DJs, medium-sized venues, corporate applications, and outdoor PA at resorts and events.

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