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Guitar For Dummies Acoustic Guitar Starter Pack (Guitar, Book, Audio CD, Gig Bag)

Guitar Man — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 21:35:44 +0000

The Acoustic Guitar Starter Pack For Dummies is the easiest and most convenient way to learn how to play the acoustic guitar. This pack provides everything you need to start playing guitar--all in one box! Included in the pack are a Kona acoustic guitar, gig bag, digital tuner, 3 picks and the top-selling "Guitar Basics For Dummies" book with CD. Everything you need to start playing guitar--all in one box. Click to enlarge. Pack includes Kona acoustic guitar, gig bag, digital tuner, 3 picks and book with CD. Click to enlarge. Kona Acoustic The included Kona steel-string acoustic features a Linden back and sides with a Spruce top for rich sound. Precision enclosed tuners keep your tuning stable. The 10 year limited warranty should give you enough time to learn a few chords. Digital Tuner The digital tuner features an LED readout and a built-in microphone. "Guitar Basics For Dummies" Book This 120-page book with bonus audio CD will get you going in no time flat. About For Dummies For Dummies is really about attitude. In fact, every For Dummies book, CD, video or other product is a concise, lighthearted and conversational tool that can help you start doing something now--without any formal mumbo jumbo getting in the way. Introduced in 1991, the For Dummies brand has developed a loyal following and have more than 150 million books in print. About Kona Guitars Kona Guitars, headquartered in Fort Worth, TX, are exclusively distributed in the U.S. by Kona Guitars Incorporating traditional styles with contemporary flair. The entire line of Kona guitars offers something for everyone. What's in the Box Kona acoustic guitar, gig bag, digital tuner, 3 picks and the Guitar Basics For Dummies book with CD.

ION Audio U Record USB Music Archive System

Guitar Man — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 10:26:40 +0000

The U Record USB music archive system lets you easily convert your favorite records and tapes to MP3 format using your turntable or tape player and computer. Simply connect U Record to your computer with the included USB cable and the rest is easy. Use the included software to record your music, then transfer it to your iPod or other personal media player. Plug and Play The U Record interface requires no driver installation to work with your Mac or PC--simply plug it in via USB and you're ready to go. Connect Anything U Record features standard RCA inputs for quick connection of tape decks, CD or MP3 players. A built-in preamp takes the guesswork out of recording from a turntable by eliminating the need to attach the turntable to a stereo system for recording. Just connect your audio device and computer to U Record and you're ready to preserve your music digitally. Simple Controls Switch to Phono for vinyl or line for other sound sources, and adjust the volume accordingly. Software Included Centered around EZ Vinyl Converter (PC) and EZ Audio Converter (Mac) software, U Record provides the easiest way to convert your records or tapes to your computer's digital music library. Simply plug in your turntable or tape player to the U Record, specify track information, and you're done. The software automatically imports the music directly to your iTunes library. What's in the Box USB audio interface box with phono/line input, USB cable, User's manual

Sound Studio 3: Record, Edit, Add Effects to Audio (Mac)

Guitar Man — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 07:18:39 +0000


Sound Studio 3 is an easy-to-use Mac OS X application for recording and editing audio digitally to your computer. Digitize vinyl records and tapes, record live performances, create your own mixes with crossfades, tweak the levels and EQ, apply digital, and save in all major file formats with Sound Studio. A perfect accessory to create and customize your own iTunes tracks!

Sony Sound Forge Audio Studio 10

Guitar Man — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 03:22:52 +0000

Sound Forge Audio Studio software is the easiest way to record, edit, encode, and master audio on your home computer. Capture live performances in high-fidelity sound at the touch of a button. Expertly edit recordings to balance sound levels, trim unwanted sections, or synchronize audio with video. Restore old vinyl and cassette recordings. Customize your creations with built-in effects such as EQ, reverb, delay, and chorus. To share, simply burn your own CDs or convert audio to formats ideal for Web streaming or portable music players including the PSP, iPod, and iPhone. The interactive Show Me How tutorials will have you up and running in no time.

Yamaha Audiogram 6 audio interface

Guitar Man — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 12:15:29 +0000

The AUDIOGRAM Series has been carefully designed to make setting up your computer-based recording environment an absolute breeze. Coming as a complete kit, the AUDIOGRAM6 and AUDIOGRAM3 each bundle together a hardware interface that adds audio inputs and outputs to your computer, software for recording and producing music, and a USB cable for connecting the audio interface. s such, either package will instantly turn your computer into a powerful yet intuitive tool for recording and editing audio from virtually any microphone or audio input device. What's more, setup is as easy as installing the bundled music-production application, CUBASE AI, on your computer and connecting the audio interface using the USB cable provided! You're then ready to connect instruments, microphones, CD players, MP3 players, and even old record or tape players for recording straight into CUBASE AI.

Acoustica Mixcraft 5 Audio MIDI Music Recording Software

Guitar Man — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 13:39:16 +0000

Mixcraft 5 is a powerful yet easy-to-use multi-track recording studio that enables you to record audio, arrange loops, remix tracks, compose with virtual instruments, score and edit video, and add effects to create stunningly professional compositions. Easy enough for everyone and powerful enough for the pros. Get a studio for a song with Mixcraft 5!Loops and sound effects Mixcraft includes over 3000 music loops, sound effects, and music beds that can be easily drag-and-dropped into your project. Combine drum, bass, and guitar loops with synth, organ, pianos, vocals, orchestral and percussion loops to create your own custom arrangement. Set the tempo and key of your choice, and the loops will automatically adjust. Mixcraft supports Acid and Garage Band loops too. Virtual instruments and effects Mixcraft 5 offers 8 powerful virtual instruments, including the Acoustica Instruments General MIDI sample library, Acoustica Expanded Instruments sample library, Lounge Lizard Session vintage electric piano, VB3 tonewheel organ, MiniMogueVA monophonic analog synthesizer, Messiah polyphonic analog synthesizer, Alien303 Bass Synthesizer, and Impulse polyphonic analog synthesizer.Mixcraft 5 includes 20 high quality effects, including the Pultronic Tube EQ, which models the classic tube equalizer found in studios throughout the world, and the Shred Amp Simulator, a complete suite of 5 classic amp heads, 17 cabinet models, and 6 powerful effects.Video scoring and editing Load and edit video files with ease. Easily cross fade from one video clip to another. Remix the audio, add a soundtrack, and effortlessly render your video project to popular formats for creating your own DVDs or uploading to YouTube and other popular internet video sites..

ION Audio Sound Session Complete Electronic Drum Set

Guitar Man — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 04:23:31 +0000

Learn the drums with Ion Audio's Sound Session complete electronic drum set--a great choice for those who don't have room for a traditional set of drums or need to keep practice session on the quiet side. Fitting into a fraction of the space of an acoustic drum set, the Sound Session set comes with everything you need to get started playing. It features natural-feeling drum and cymbal pads as well as foot pedals for hi-hat and bass drum. A rugged, adjustable stand holds the drum and cymbal pads and comes with all the mounting hardware, and the set also includes all the cables you'll need. The Sound Session set includes a drum-sound module with over 100 different instruments in 15 drum sets. You can modify and save the drum sounds and drum set for totally custom setups. There are 41 play-along music patterns for practicing and jamming out. You can listen to the drum parts on the patterns to get ideas for what to play, then mute the drums and play your own part. Record your drum performance and listen back, and use the built-in metronome for learning to play with a steady beat. Key Features Complete electronic drum set Natural-feeling drum and cymbal pads on a completely adjustable stand Takes up less space than acoustic drums Makes almost no sound when played with headphones 108 drum, cymbal, and percussion sounds in 15 customizable drum sets 40 play-along music patterns with mutable drum parts for practicing and jamming out Light-up play-along display for learning drum patterns Record your drum performance and listen back Metronome for learning to play with a steady beat 1/8-inch stereo headphone and speaker-system outputs, mix-in input for CD or MP3 player What's in the Box Three drum pads Two cymbal pads Two foot pedals Adjustable stand with mounting hardware Sound module Connection cables

Lexicon Omega Studio USB Audio Interface

Guitar Man — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 12:36:26 +0000

Nothing is more frustrating than buying a ?recording system,? only to find out that you need a gaggle of extras just to make it all work. Omega Studio is a completely integrated computer recording system that includes the Omega 8x4x2 USB I/O Mixer, Steinberg?sÂ® Cubase LE audio and MIDI recording software, and Lexicon?s world-class Pantheon VST Reverb plug-in. The Omega Desktop Recording Studio quite literally contains all the necessary components to transform your computer into a professional 24-bit recording studio ? all in one box. Unlike standard computer I/O boxes based on a patch bay concept, the Lexicon Omega Studio is designed and built around the same paradigm as large-format recording consoles. An 8-input, 4-Bus, 2-output USB I/O mixer with inserts, instrument input, MIDI I/O and complete metering and monitoring functions gives you the freedom to record up to 4 tracks at once and mix without the need for additional mixing hardware. Two dbx Silver SeriesÂ® mic preamps with 48V phantom power provide a pristine front end for high-end condenser or more common dynamic microphones, insuring premium sound quality from the first take to the last. TRS insert points allow you to plug in your favorite dynamic processors before the signal reaches one of the 4 busses, where 24-bit converters transform the analog signal into a digital masterpiece. Four servo-balanced TRS line inputs with up to +22dBu input levels let you hook up everything from keyboards to guitar pre...

TASCAM PR-10 Portable Digital Audio Recorder (Black)

Guitar Man — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 04:02:32 +0000

The PR-10 from TASCAM is an extremely compact digital audio recorder, ideal for recording interviews, lectures, music practice sessions, and much more. The pocket-sized unit can record high-quality WAV or MP3 files at rates up to 24-bit/48kHz. The unit records to readily-available microSD flash memory cards, allowing you to record hours of material and share it easily. A 2GB card is included for convenience.A pair of omnidirectional microphones are perfect for live performance recording, band practice, meeting documentation, news gathering, classroom recording, or any memo/voice recording application where you need to capture the room with clarity. Sound is captured better than CD-quality so that quiet voices can still be heard in the final recording. Effects like noise filtering and voice boost allow you to make speech more intelligible when you play it back, and playback speed can be slowed down for easier transcription. A 2GB microSD card is included for hours of recording using AAA batteries, and you can transfer your recordings to a computer as WAV or MP3 files using the included USB cable. â�¢ Two omnidirectional microphonesâ�¢ Built-in speakerâ�¢ Kickstand for tabletop recordingâ�¢ MP3 recording (32k to 320kbps)â�¢ WAV recording (44.1k-48kHz, 24-bit)â�¢ Playback effects like noise reduction, voice enhance, low cut and high cutâ�¢ Slow down playback without changing the pitch for transcriptionâ�¢ 1.5â�� W x 4.8â�� H x 0.6â�� D, 1.6oz without batteriesâ�¢ Includes 2GB microSD card, stereo headphones, micro USB cable, (2x) AAA batteries

Tascam DR680 8-track Portable Digital Field Audio Recorder

Guitar Man — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 23:59:15 +0000

TASCAM's DR-680 brings multi-channel portable recording within reach of any musician for polished live, location and surround recordings. Up to eight tracks can be recorded to solid-state SD card media at 96kHz/24-bit Broadcast WAV quality. Six mic inputs provide phantom power and 60dB of gain for great-sounding recordings with your condenser microphones. Record the six microphones along with a digital S/PDIF source for 8 track recording. Each mic input has a selectable low cut filter and analog limiter for optimal sound. Inputs can be monitored using a built-in mixer with level and pan controls for each input. The stereo mixdown can even be recorded along with the six mics for quick stereo playback of the event. There's even a built-in speaker to check recordings without headphones. In addition to WAV recording up to 96kHz, the DR-680 captures stereo audio at 192kHz/24-bit for audiophile-quality masters. The DR-680 records up to four channels of MP3 audio for web-ready recordings. Two of the recorders can be connected with a cascade cable for up to 14-track recording on battery power.

USB Audio Interface

Guitar Man — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 20:46:57 +0000

Whether you're getting started with computer recording or adding a portable interface to your road rig, the Tascam US-122mkII USB audio interface is the affordable choice for professional results. Refreshed with improved audio specs and a fresh new look, the US-122mkII starts with two great-quality XLR microphone preamps with phantom power for condenser microphones. There's also a pair of balanced line inputs and a guitar-level in for direct recording of electric guitar or bass. The stereo signal is sent to your computer at up to 96kHz/24-bit audio quality. The US-122mkII connects to Mac or Windows computers using USB 2.0, and the unit is powered over the USB cable. Zero-latency monitoring is available for recording without the delay going to a computer and back. MIDI input and output jacks allow connection of synths and drum machines. Connect the US-122mkII to monitors through the line output or use headphones with the front-mounted stereo 1/4-inch jack. The US-122mkII makes a perfect portable interface with metal components and solid construction built for the road. The US-122mkII includes a copy of Cubase LE4 from Steinberg. This full-featured recording software captures up to 48 tracks of audio with another 64 MIDI tracks. You can edit your tracks to perfection using a variety of modes and tools. Automated mixing is included to create the perfect master. Cubase LE4 supports VST effect and instrument plug-ins, which an assortment included with the application. Key Features Bus-powered USB 2.0 audio interface (2) XLR microphone inputs with phantom power (2) 1/4-inch balanced line inputs Switchable guitar level input 1/4-inch stereo headphone output MIDI input and output Up to 96kHz/24-bit audio resolution Zero-latency hardware monitoring Mac and Windows drivers included Steinberg Cubase LE4 48-track recording software included Aluminum case construction The US-122mkII USB audio interface.

Sony 50CRM80RS CD-R Audio (50 pk Spindle)

Guitar Man — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:31:20 +0000

Designed expressly for music or audio recording, Sony CD-R music discs provide the excellent sound quality of pre-recorded compact discs, and the ability to hear them on conventional home, auto and portable CD players. Sony CD-R music discs record digital music and audio in the standard compact disc 16-bit, 44.1kHz format. Each CD-R holds up to 80 minutes of music for continuous recording and listening enjoyment.

Tascam US1641 USB 2.0 Audio and MIDI Interface with digital Connection – Macintosh and Windows

Guitar Man — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:13:39 +0000

With sixteen inputs, the TASCAM US-1641 is the ideal choice for musicians to record the whole band to a computer. Eight mic/line inputs plus six line inputs gives you plenty of channels for a large ensemble, drumset, live recording or worship service. It includes Cubase LE4, Steinberg's latest version, for 48 tracks of 96k/24-bit recording power. Using the latest high-speed USB 2.0 technology, the US-1641 packs the interfacing power of a big console into only one rackspace. The eight mic inputs employ TASCAM Pro mic pres for 60 dB of gain and phantom power for studio-quality recordings. Two balanced TRS line inputs on the front panel are switchable to guitar level for direct-in recording of bass or guitar tracks. Four more balanced line inputs and outputs fill out the rear panel, along with MIDI and S/PDIF digital inputs and outputs for a total of 16 ins. A built-in power supply means there's no special wall-wart to lose, and connection to the computer is handled by USB 2.0 technology - 40 times faster than USB 1.1 and 20% more bandwidth than FireWire 400. The US-1641 comes with Cubase LE4, Steinberg's latest version of the 48-track, 96kHz recording workstation, so you'll be ready to cut tracks right away. Also included is TASCAM's Continuous Velocity Piano, a VSTi plug-in for Windows that uses Giga technology for totally authentic grand piano sounds. The US-1641 installs ASIO and Core Audio drivers for Windows XP, Windows Vista 32 and Mac OS X, with simple instructions for hooking up to Logic Pro, Cubase, Nuendo, Digital Performer, SONAR, Reason, Live and nearly all other recording software. For musicians and bands always looking for more inputs, the US-1641 is the ultimate choice. Gather up your mics and head to your TASCAM dealer for more.

Tascam US-144 USB 2.0 Audio and MIDI Interface

Guitar Man — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 13:21:11 +0000

The Tascam US-144, their follow-up to the mega popular US-122, delivers everything you'd want in a portable audio-MIDI interface and more. Record two tracks at a time with zero latency; whether you have a PC or a Mac, your song ideas go down in real time, real easy. Its size means you can take it anywhere you take your laptop, yet it's packed with features that make buying it an audio no-brainer. MIDI input and output, high quality mic inputs, 96kHz/24-bit recording (better than CD quality)-all the stuff you'd want without the fluff you wouldn't. The US-144: the answer to your recording needs.

Tascam US-100 USB 2.0 Audio Interface

Guitar Man — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 22:18:14 +0000

Tascam's US-100 breaks the price barrier for great-quality recording into your computer. The microphone input captures great-sounding performances, or you can plug in your guitar or bass directly into the instrument-level input. Stereo line inputs can be switched to RIAA phono level for digitizing your vinyl collection from your favorite turntable. The USB 2.0 connection guarantees playback without hiccups on your Mac or Windows computer, and the compact aluminum construction withstands the hazards of the road, studio or dorm room. Click here for a larger image. Â Click here for a larger image. The US-100 records in stereo at CD-quality 48kHz/16-bit resolution and includes a free copy of Audacity software to get you started. An XLR or 1/4" microphone input is provided, as well as unbalanced stereo line ins and outs. Step up to TASCAM quality without breaking the bank with the US-100. Bus-powered USB 2.0 audio interface XLR or 1/4"microphone input RCA line inputs switchable to RIAA photo inputs with ground lug 1/8" stereo headphone output 48kHz/16-bit audio resolution Zero-latency hardware monitoring Class-compliant driver works on Mac and Windows computers without installation (including Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard) Audacity recording software included Solid Aluminum case construction What's in the Box US-100, USB cable, CD-ROM (with Audacity software), owner's manual