December 2, 2020
Railhammer Pickups are now available in gold, as well as several models of the replacement pickups. Rails under the wound strings lead to tighter lows and poles under the plain strings for fatter highs. With increased clarity, the passive pickup’s tone is never sterile. Railhammer Humcutters deliver that venerated P90 tone without any of the hum.
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The Gator Lightweight Gig Bag for Radically-Shaped Guitars offers the rudimentary protection of a softshell bag as well as the heavy-duty durability of a Gator case. The rugged nylon exterior is resistant to rips, tears, and moisture while a top-to-bottom heavy-duty side zipper enclosure allows for easy loading and unloading. Inside, 10 mm of foam core padding provide extra protection. $39.99
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November 30, 2020
The latest and greatest gear for jazz educators and performers – December 2020
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November 17, 2020
Gator introduced new multi-use double-layered face masks. Originally, the masks were designed for musicians to allow them to play their instruments while wearing a mask that helps reduce the spread of aerosols. The patent-pending design adheres to recommendations from the NFHS study on aerosols. The masks, however, quickly became the perfect mask for lifestyle and leisure activities for anyone because its front-flap opening allows for eating and drinking while still wearing the mask. The masks are available in youth and adult sizes and have adjustable straps for comfort. The masks are also reusable and hand-washable.
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Tasty Clean is a flavored, powerful, safe, all-natural disinfectant for musical instruments. The patented, multi lab-tested, Players-branded spray uses only natural ingredients and is formulated specifically for the musical products market. The highly-effective antiviral, antibacterial, ecofriendly disinfectant is ideal for the school music environment where both high performance and maximum safety are desired. Tasty Clean for Players is available in sour apple and cherry flavors and is bottled in 2 oz. and 5 oz. sizes.
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The Silver Snark Tuner features new “Hyper-Snark” tuning software technology, with a stable, sensitive range that responds way down to the lower regions of baritone or multi-strung bass guitars, where low notes and overtones can often confuse less responsive tuners. Now with an even longer extended battery life, the clip-on tuner boasts a colorful, easy-read pin-sharp LCD screen and is made of hard vulcanised rubber collar joints
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November 2, 2020
The 17” and 19” HHX Complex O-Zones from SABIAN are the first odd sized O-Zones SABIAN has introduced, and fit very nicely into the HHX Complex family (pictured). They deliver a dark, explosive attack and are some of the most aggressive effects cymbals SABIAN has produced to date. The 21” and 23” HHX Complex Medium Rides are a perfect blend of old and new world craftsmanship. All four models are topped off with a heavily hand hammered bell for a distinct Complex cut.
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Excelcia Music Publishing now offers four new flexible holiday works for Jazz Combo, arranged by Blair Bielawski. These newly engraved, flexible grade 3 combos are scored in three parts by key (not by instrument) with lines in C, Bb, Eb, and Bass Clef. With the Flexcel Jazz Combo series charts, jazz educators can mix and match any of the three lines. For further options and flexibility, lines for Horn in F, Tuba and octave adjusted Tenor Saxophone are included. New titles in the series, arranged by Blair Bielawski, are Go Tell It on the Mountain, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, We Wish You a Merry Christmas and Joy to the World. $45 each.
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Loog’s new line of electric guitars with built-in amps and speakers includes the Loog Mini Electric (ages 3+), the Loog Pro Electric (ages 8+), and the Loog Pro VI Electric (ages 12+), the company’s first six-string guitar. These models also come with access to the revamped Loog app. Structured as a game, the app stimulates kids to learn music to earn points, and has a new and revolutionary augmented reality feature that allows kids to learn chords using the selfie camera on their phone or tablet. Starting at $149.
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October 21, 2020
When full-size drums are just too big and loud, the Dixon Little Roomer delivers great sound and options in an inspiring acoustic drum system. Compact for small spaces, volume control and easy transport, Little Roomer can be reconfigured down to its versatile 7”x20” bass drum to meet most performance requirements with little compromise. Available in two hand applied satin finishes: Natural and Coal Black.
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