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The Daking FET 2 Compressor/Limiter is one of the best-soun ... Read more

The Daking FET 2 Compressor/Limiter is one of the best-sounding compressors around (because you don't hear it workingnone of the bad artifacts of compression, just the good), the Daking FET is designed to give you transparent performance along with the compression characteristics of highly sought-after vintage compressors well, stellar classics actually including the Neve 33609, Audio & Design Recording Compex*, and the venerable Fairchild 670. Note: The FET 2 is a single-channel compressor. However, for excellent stereo bus compression reminiscent of Neve, Fairchild, or ADR, two can be linked in stereo via a simple 1/4" -1/4" cable. Build quality The versatile Daking FET 2 Compressor/Limiter uses all-discrete transistor Class A circuits, the best transformers available, printed circuit board mounted switches and pots, and custom low distortion inductors. There is no audio in the mute, bypass, phase or pad switches. These functions are accomplished by relays with bifurcated gold contacts. Signal capacitors are precision polypropylene or ultra low-leakage electrolytic types. Circuit boards are assembled on a mil-spec assembly line. Only through-hole construction, not surface mount, is used to ensure long-term reliability and serviceability. The chassis are stainless steel for maximum RF and hum rejection and long-lasting finish. The faceplates are laminated with 10mil polycarbonate with the silk screening on the back so that the printing can never rub off. Every unit is hand finished, tested, burned in, and tested again. Also, Daking just couldn't stand to use plastic knobs, so they designed massive anodized, engraved aluminum knobs that give a much more precise and quality feel. * While Neve and Fairchild are more commonly known names in the recording industry, whose compressors have been used on countless classic and modern records for decades, Audio and Designs Recording is more of an insider's legend. ADR (Audio & Design Recording) is a British company that that made signal-processing gear in the '70s including compressors; one of which, the Compex F760FX, had a unique way of adding punch to drums. And of all the vintage compressors, is spoken about most highly in that regard. One version of the ADR compressor, the Vocal Stressor) was reputedly used on John Bonham's drums. Records such as the Knack's "My Sharonna," and albums by The Sweet, Pat Benatar (first album) had the Compex used in several roles. According to engineers who've used the original Compex, the Daking FET compressor does a fine job of providing the Compex punch. Channel Strips of the Stars: Ted Perlman Ted Perlman, renowned Grammy-winning producer, musician, arranger, engineer, and programmer, has a resume that reads like a who's who of popular music. His credits include Bob Dylan, Chicago, Burt Bacharach, Elton John, Dave Mason, Brian Wilson, Carole King, Albert Hammond, Jr. (The Strokes), Desmond Child, Young M.C., Dolly Parton, and the list goes on. Ted was kind enough to provide us with his go-to recording vocal chain as well as his choice for guitars. Here it is, straight from Ted Perlman himself: "I'm producing and writing with Sara Lumholdt of the mega-selling Swedish pop group, A-Teens. This will be her first solo CD. Her vocal recording chain is a Pearlman TM-LE condenser mic** to an A Designs Audio Pacifica preamp (#189903) to a Daking FET 2 compressor. ALL guitars go through the A Designs REDDI DI box (#189904) to the A Designs Hammer EQ (#180185) to the A Designs Pacifica preamp (189903) to a Toft DC-2 compressor (187025)." Note: for more information about individual units in the signal chain, enter the Item ID# into our search box. **Check out Dave Pearlman Mics at www.pearlmanmicrophones.com (Dave also has quite an impressive resume as a recording engineer and owner of Rotund Rascal Recording Studio. Check out Ted Perlman's website at www.tedperlman.comAll discrete transistor circuitry transformer balanced inputs and outpu Minimize

This DJ packages comes with two Denon DN-S3700 Direct Drive ... Read more

This DJ packages comes with two Denon DN-S3700 Direct Drive Turntable Media Players and Controllers, portable, single-deck units that provide working DJs with a host of useful features for enhanced creative flexibility. Most notably, thanks to their large 9" spinning platter design, the DN-S3700 turntables literally offer the "best of both worlds" from both digital and analog realms. In addition to a host of advanced digital features, including USB and MIDI control, these sleek and elegant media players includes a built-in authentic vinyl record for surface control driven by Denon DJ's High Torque Direct Drive motor. This provides users with the classic and unmistakable feel of true vinyl.High Torque Direct Drive Motor & Spinning Platter DesignDenon's proprietary 12-pole Direct Drive brushless motor design is keeping the art of the 110-year-old turntable alive & true to its native feel, delivering instant, full-rotation speed with a powerful 2.5 kg/cm of start-up torque within 0.5 seconds for true turntable reaction and response. DJs can perform freely on this 9" platter design mounted with a real vinyl record as if they were using a genuine analog turntable. Platter rotation can be changed between 33 and 45 RPM for comfort. Fast Loading Slot-In DriveThe illuminated, fast-loading, quick-reading slot-in drive reads and supports standard compact audio discs and MP3 discs in a variety of formats: CD, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM. Compact Disc CD-TEXT and MP3 ID3 Tags on CD-ROM are also displayed. USB Device HostingWith easy access to the internet these days, many DJs are shopping from home, purchasing their music collection online and storing these files on to a hard drive. The DN-S3700 is one piece of DJ equipment that is well equipped for the modern DJ and conveniently supports external USB mass storage class devices (USB Hubs are not supported). Connect your iPod (mass storage class iPods only), thumb drive, and large hard drives for easy access to your small or extensive MP3/WAV libraries up to 50,000 files. Simply plug any one of these devices into the Denon DN-S3700 to obtain the powerful on-board features such as Instant Start, Auto Looping, Hot Starts, Effects, 8 ways to file search, and so much more.MIDI Interface Controller (PC/MAC)The DN-S3700 turntable is also designed to interface & control a variety of popular audio/video DJ software applications that support USB MIDI interface, either by user-custom mapping or direct native support by the software vendor. Control your favorite DJ software all from one clever compact player. Supported platforms include Mac OSX 10.4 or higher, Windows XP SP2, Windows Vista. Internal 24-Bit Processing & USB Audio-(sound card)Unlike most dedicated DJ MIDI controllers that are only USB bus-powered, the Denon DN-S3700 encompasses its own internal power supply to achieve the highest electrical specifications, resulting in best possible audio performance. It features high-end Burr Brown (a product of Texas Instruments) 24-bit DAC processing for superior output audio fidelity. The USB Audio interface includes 2-channel stereo output pair, 44.1kHz sampling range and low-latency ASIO/OSX Core Audio support. An ASIO driver is included on the installation CD-ROM.5 Superb Built-in DSP EffectsBuilding the mood, adding energy, and remixing live for your thumping dancefloor has never been so easy with our crystal clear on-board DSP effects. Easily activate and have full parameter adjustments with a unique dry/wet mix control of the BPM sync'd effects: Flanger, Filter (High-Mid-Low), Echo, and Denon DJ's exclusive Echo Loop.Waveform Display w/ Multi-line Text & Icon SupportAnother unique quality of the Denon DN-S3700 is its informative & animated FL tube display mounted elegantly at a proper angle for best visualization. The Waveform function is a representation of the audio signal pattern, which indicates various energy peaks within the music file. Additionally, a break-point area can be pre-determined and Minimize

These durable plastic picks will stand up to heavy play. Ea ... Read more

These durable plastic picks will stand up to heavy play. Easy-to-grip shape and good looks. You can never have too many of these fantastic picks, so stock up today. Your guitar will love you for it and so will your fans. Set of one dozen. Minimize

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Includes the ultraportable Gig Light, a 20' Lo-Z microphone ... Read more

Includes the ultraportable Gig Light, a 20' Lo-Z microphone cable, and a RCA male to 1/4" male dual cable. The Gig Light's five high-output lamps will last nearly forever and are adjustable with almost any combination using the three sliding switches on top. No batteries or plugs required! Minimize

The Jupiter 515S student flute is a silver-plated flute wit ... Read more

The Jupiter 515S student flute is a silver-plated flute with plateau keys and comes complete with a curved and straight head. The head, body and foot of the Jupiter 515S student flute are silver-plated and the high nickel content of the metal produces the richest sound of any student flute.The quality of Jupiter Flutes is recognized worldwide. Because flute making is a combination of science and art, Jupiter constantly seeks the latest innovation in design and engineering to achieve ever higher standards. Implementing technology, however, does not deter Jupiter from maintaining contact with leading players, teachers and artisans. These professionals collaborate in the design and artistry that makes each Jupiter flute a truly expressive instrument. Each Jupiter flute has a precise feel, response and key action. Skilled technicians hand seat all pads and hand adjust all mechanisms. This includes final detailing of embouchure hole, riser and lip plate of each headjoint. Minimize

The Alesis S-16 is a 16-channel mixer that is rugged, surpr ... Read more

The Alesis S-16 is a 16-channel mixer that is rugged, surprisingly compact, and bursting with professional features. The S-16 features eight mono and eight stereo input channels. Each mono channel is outfitted with a three-band equalizer with sweepable mid-range, and each stereo channel is equipped with a four-band fixed-frequency EQ, putting precise, sound-shaping control at your fingertips. Ultra low-noise, discrete mic preamps with 48v phantom power and Mute / Alt 3-4 and Solo functions on each channel make the S-16 an easy choice for professional mixing.Ultra-low noise 16-channel, 4-bus mixing consoleEight gold-plated XLR inputsFour stereo input channels with balanced input jacksTwo stereo Aux returnsUltra low-noise discrete mic preamps with 48v phantom powerIndependent main mix, control room, and headphone outputsPeak LEDs on each channelBalanced inputs and balanced main outputsPre- and Post-fader Aux routing for external effects and monitoringTwo-track inputs assignable to Main Mix, Phones/Control Room outputs+4dBu/-10dBV on each stereo channelMute/Alt 3-4, Solo function on each channel12-segment bar-graph meters for precise reading of the output signalHigh quality faders and sealed potentiometers Minimize

Lyricist... "the Songwriter's Best Friend" is the first-of- ... Read more

Lyricist... "the Songwriter's Best Friend" is the first-of-its-kind, easy to use, wordprocessor designed specifically for musicians and songwriters. The software combines everything you need for lyric writing, chord charting, and archiving into one package. The end result is Professional Quality Lyric Sheets and Chord Charts. Whether you are an aspiring songwriter or just need lyric sheets for rehearsals, Lyricist keeps you efficient and organized so you can better use your time to be creative. Includes Transposition, and support for the Nashville Number System. Will run on Windows VISTA in XP compatibility mode Minimize