A nice little compact mixer for the home studio or for taking on the road to record ideas or quickie band set ups.
From the Midi Store's Top Features:
- 24/96 full digital audio processing
- 3-band EQ controls
- Modular mixing
- Room Acoustic Control
- Powerful built-in effects
- Flexible I/O and 18-in/2-out USB 2.0 audio interface
- Free shipping
The Midi Store
Normally $39.99. 16 gauge, designed for live sound applications. http://is.gd/eueN
Today the record industry got a heaping helping of "joining the year 2001 and not suing music fans is good for business".
Nielson Soundscan (the folks who track record sales) reported that digital sales were up 27% in 2008 to over a billion songs. iTunes and Amazon MP3 lead the way for selling this years biggest musicians: Coldplay, Leona Lewis, Lil' Wayne, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Rhianna, and Chris brown. All of which I do not own.
However CD sales continued to plummet by 14% (sad trumpet sound).
Vinyl is also making a big comeback. The biggest seller of Vinyl was Radiohead who sold almost 60,000 pieces, half of them being In Rainbows. Overall, Vinyl (yes I capitalize this great sounding medium) 1.8 million units in 2008, up from 1.5 million in 2007. It seems releasing albums on Vinyl is trending up again but actually gaining traction. This was considered a bit of a novelty in the late 90's but is finally getting some acceptance thanks to bands like Radiohead and White Stripes releasing their goods on albums, but many classic soul and rock albums being reissues on Vinyl such as Sam Cook, Nina Simone, Blue Oyster Cult, Judas priest, and Charles Mingus.
Still wondering what the hell is going on with Pro Tools 8 almost 3 months later? We're here to help.
We collected some interesting overview articles on Pro Tools 8 to get you familiar with the new system and features to judge if it's worth you time and money to upgrade.
Great overview of Pro Tools 8 with video - look on the right sidebar for more of Scott's tutorials - Scott Church
A closer look at some of the virtual instrument offerings in Pro Tools 8 - Music Radar.com
Comping with Playlists in Pro Tools 8 - using playlists to create alternate versions of songs and instrumentation - audiomidi.com
Offer ends January 31st 2009.
Get $100 off when you send in a mail in rebate for the QSC RMX2450 power amp bringing the total to $599.
- 500W @ 8 ohms stereo, 2400W @ 4 ohms bridged mono
- High-current toroidal transformers for greater 2-ohm power and low noise
- Independent user-defeatable clip limiters reduce distortion
- Selectable low-frequency filters (30Hz or 50Hz) protect speakers and increase headroom
- Balanced 1/4" TRS, XLR, and barrier strip inputs
- Binding post and Neutrik Speakon outputs
- Front-mounted gain controls for easy access
- Signal and Clip LED indicators to monitor performance
- Independent DC and thermal overload protection on each channel automatically protects amplifier and speakers
- 3-year warranty plus optional 3-year extended service contract
This puppy eliminates feedback in live settings for a plessurable listening experience for the audience.
- Normally $399
- SMARTFilters focus on feedback frequencies to eliminate them
- Accurately distinguishes music from feedback
- Filters with 1 Hz resolution
- 24-bit Digital Resolution
- Three-color LED filter display
- 12 Filters per channel
- Timed or Manual Dynamic Filter Reset
- XLR & 1/4" TRS inputs/outputs
Again on the sale block. Synth music. Imagine MGMT in the 70's. http://is.gd/eq3v
We hope that you are enjoying yourself and have made lots of crazy, unattainable resolutions for 2009.
Right about now, I'm resolving to never drink "that stuff" ever again and that my next resolution is going to Jack in the Box for an ultimate cheeseburger. That said, myself and the rest of the AGD crew will taking today off. So enjoy Death Cab for Cutie's "The New Year".
Thanks for hanging around AGD in 2008 and we hope to save you even more money on stuff in 2009.
Take Care,
AGD
If you buy a select pair of speakers or speaker packages from M-Audio, you can get a free pair of speaker stands. M-Audio speakers have become a really good affordable solution for home studios in recent years. But, if you have a mix desk already or have your computer speakers on a really set of stands, you can always use the free stands for cocktails or candles to recreate the "Wrapped Around Your Finger" video.
Sam Ash
Keep it simple and attach this bad boy to your snares or toms without the invasivness of a boom set up around the drummers hands or feet.
- 50Hz-18kHz frequency range
- Cardioid
- 9-52V phantom required
- MaxSPL: 135dB
- XLR-M cable connector
- Includes clamp and cable
"Celebration: The Best Of Kool & The Gang" $1.99 @ Amazon. Old school R&B including "Get Down On It", "Ladies Night".
Amazon
From today till January 8, 2009, get 25% off classic rock poster, album, and t-shirt art tastefully recreated on all Wolfgang's apparel. Groups include Zeppelin, The Who, Grateful Dead (of course) The Doors, The Fillmore and Gary Wright (?!). Use coupon code 25APP at checkout to get the discount.
Wolfgang's Vault
Trying to get into classical music? Even though he has never appeared on a bubble card, he is one of the greats and created his 5th symphony which was later covered by outgoing answering machine messages ("Nobody's hoooooome! Noo-bodyyyy's hoooooooooome") and the Saturday Night Fever song "A 5th of Beethoven" by the Big Apple Band. Way better than a bubble gum card, Lucy. Way better.
Amazon
This isn't an official "daily MP3 Deal", so who knows how long it will last. Regardless, it's an amazing album of musicianship and funky sounds. If you have never heard "Darling Niki", you have never really heard this album.
Amazon
This is a great deal as the regular price for this mic is $300+.
- Gold sputtered true condenser transducer
- 3-position variable pad: 0, -10 or 20dB
- 3 -position variable high-pass filter
- Included accessories: RM5 clip, NT45-O
From now until 12.31.08 you can save 15% and get Free UPS ground shipping! Try hitting their "bargain bin" firt for the software and the M-Audio FireWire 410 and then check out the other sales.
Use code save15 at checkout.
Yeah, yeah. Another Hard drive. We're still working on getting a Neve console for a 90% coupon code and free t-shirt.
Anyway, we all know drive space is a big issue for backing up and transferring projects. Plus folks seem to be really interested in this particular drive because of it's quality and low price. This is the cheapest we have ever seen it and normally runs about $129 and higher. Rebate required.
- Free shipping
- eSATA\USB 2.0
- Data Buffer Cache: 16MB
- Access Time: 8.5ms
- 7200 RPM
Free shipping. Next highest price was $265.
This drive is a speed demon combining the SATA and the 10k rpm speed for demanding video and audio production needs. If you ever got the Pro Tools error saying your drives are too fragmented or slow to continue, this would help fix it. Be sure to check with your computer or mother board manufacturer as not all machines are equipped with SATA, but a PCI card can usually be purchased to fix it.
Amazon
This mic normally goes for ~$170 elsewhere. Shipping is $5. Perfect for drums, especially toms.
- 30Hz to 20KHz frequency response
- -41dBV (8.9mV) @ 1 Pa sensitivity
- 300 ohms impedance
- Max SPL 140dB, 1% THD, attenuator engaged
- 22dBA self noise
- 40Hz, 85Hz and 122Hz, 6dB/oct high pass filters
- 10dB attenuator
- Requires P24, P48, 2mA power
This rackmount Preamp and FX processor normally starts ~$399 else where.
- Free shipping
- Free t-shirt rebate
- Intuitive UI with dedicated amp controls and LCD display
- Over 120 guitar FX
- 40 Tone and 40 Effect Chain Libraries — 1600 exclusive DigiTech combinations
- EQ
- Balanced stereo XLR and 1/4-inch outputs
- Chromatic tuner
- MIDI In / Thru
- Front panel guitar input and headphone output
- Footswitch inputs
Soft cover drum bags offer flexibility for packing that hard cases do not. While they can't be doubled as a table set, they can be stored using less space when not in use.
- 4 out 5 stars user rating
- Tough shell
- 600 denier nylon
- Heavy padding and soft lining
- 22" x 18"" bass
- 12" x 10" and 13" x 11" toms
- 16" x 16" floor tom
- 5-1/2" x 14" snare
American Jazz infused with influences of African/Middle East. Interesting music. http://is.gd/e1qN
When you buy an AT2020 mic at BSW, get a free pair of ATH-M20 headophones for free (~$30 value).
AT2020 specs:
• Freq Response: 20-20,000 Hz
• Impedance: 100 ohms
• Max Input Sound Level: 144 dB SPL, 1 kHz at Max SPL
• Noise: 20 dB SPL
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 74 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
• Phantom Power
• Dimensions: 6.38" long, 2.05" diameter
BSW
A popular recurrence on AMS's daily deal. It's been a while since we posted, so here it goes:
- 240 Watts RMS Peak Handling Capability
- 4 x 12-inch Custom Designed, Stamped-Frame Ceramic Magnet Speakers
- Durable plywood construction
- Normally $229 elsewhere
Howlin' Wolf influenced The Rolling Stones and Tom Waits. Great deal on music that will never get old. Amazon
Update: This deal is been extended ti 12.31.08! A great way to add depth and extra mics to your collection. Last chance!
Whole deal is $349.
I haven't actually heard these ribbon mics. They are being heavily promoted by Mix magazine and considering you can get up to 4 microphones for $349 it's a pretty good deal for ribbons.
Here's what you get (ripped from the product page):
The SPL is a solid 145 db and the freqwuncy response is surprisingly wide at 30 to -18,000 Hz.
Ends 12.31.08.
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