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Nice bit of kit
Review of PreSonus TubePre by
clarancecoughlin
Advantages: Cheap, intuitive.
Disadvantages: Underwhelming included preamp.
I purchased my Tube Pre around two years ago and still use it whenever recording vocals, when I started using it I couldn't really hear the difference but after using in for a period I made a recoring without it and the lack of depth and warmth was obviou ...
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28.03.2013 10:54
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SR-JV80 02: Good basic orchestra expansion
Review of Roland SR-JV80-02 Orchestra by
PythonBlue
Advantages: Good nostalgic sounds
Disadvantages: Doesn't work well in a modern setting
Currently using this card in combination with my JV2080. This card was amazing for its time, offering an even better quality orchestra mockup than the Emu Proteus 2, but now, they may not fit well for anyone who insists on the sound of the future. Which i ...
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25.03.2013 06:40
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JV2080: Great sound module from Roland
Review of Roland JV-2080 64-Voice Synthesizer Module by
PythonBlue
Advantages: Great sounds, lots of expansion options
Disadvantages: Limited effect capabilities
...an interest in the old Roland JV synthesizers, and long story short, I managed to acquire a 2080.
I've had my module for over a year and a half, now, and I still enjoy the sounds it has. I ...
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25.03.2013 06:37
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A girl can never have too many guitars.....
Review of Guitar Rack - 5 Guitar Stand. by
spiritwood
Advantages: Easy to assemble, light, sturdy and secure.
Disadvantages: None.
I started to play the guitar when I was 17 on a yamaha acoustic. I had a bohemian partner at the time who taught me Led Zeppelin chords and riffs and from there I progressed on to other music. I had grown up around music ( predominantly classical and some ...
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very helpful
23.03.2013 22:11
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Sex on legs errrr strings......
Review of Gibson Les Paul Classic Electric Guitar by
spiritwood
Advantages: Stunningly beautiful, historic guitar, amazing sound and playability
Disadvantages: Possibly the price and weight
For many years I had coveted one of these beauties and and after saving up ( for a long time) managed to get one from the states in a turquoise quilt finish. Les Paul guitars are one of the most recognisable guitars in the world and have a long and incred ...
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very helpful
23.03.2013 12:52
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A horrible violin shaped object marketed as quality
Review of Stentor Conservatoire 4/4 Size Violin Outfit by
spiritwood
Advantages: Makes a great frisbee
Disadvantages: Everything. save your money.
I work on (and make) violins so have seen lots of different types and makes. Stentors on the whole make my teeth itch....
Stentor are a company that generally make starter violins. Like "Skylark" were in the 1970's, their main customers are usually fraug ...
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very helpful
22.03.2013 15:46
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A Personal Favourite
Review of Aulos 1739Y Brown 209 Treble Recorder by
HPark96
Advantages: Good sound quality, suitable for people of all abilities.
Disadvantages: May be a bit big and heavy for young children.
An instrument that is frequently overlooked and classed as being a ‘child’s instrument’ is the recorder, with few people fully appreciating the marvellous instrument that it can be if played properly and well. Also, many people are ignorant, through no fa ...
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very helpful
22.03.2013 11:07
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A rocking good guitar case from Rockcase
Review of Rockcase RC-10606 B Case by
SoadFan
Advantages: Very durable and easy to use
Disadvantages: The tolex outer cover can scratch or tear
~Get ready to lock, rock and roll with Rockcase!~
Having spent many hours picking out a guitar that suits your needs from the wonderful variations you can buy both online and in store, the idea of picking out a suitable case in which to keep and t ...
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very helpful
18.03.2013 20:20
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Wouldn't change her for the world!
Review of Fender Aerodyne Jazz Bass by
SmittyV
Advantages: Fantastic tone range, looks gorgeous, smooth action, lightweight, can take a beating
Disadvantages: The bridge is a bit rubbish, picks up grease stains easily
...wanted to try a japanese Fender but I was amazed further by t ...
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30.01.2013 09:43
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Jazz and Rock at your hands for a great price!
Review of Epiphone Sheraton II Electric Guitar by
Fontecc
Advantages: -Great sound for the price; -Great finish and overall quality.
Disadvantages: -Neck size can be a problem; -Jack input falls inside the guitar if you're not careful.
I was searching for an intermediate electric guitar, one that would suit my needs in several styles, such as Blues, Rock, Reggae and even Metal!
I fell inlove with this model for its beauty. I knew I had to try it. When I got the opportunity, I took it ho ...
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16.01.2013 14:33
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Cheap but effective
Review of Trust GetTogether Design Microphone MC-1500 by
NotMyToothbrush
Advantages: Rubber feet stopped sliding. adjustable angle, amazing setup
Disadvantages: Noisy
Now I am not much of a sound guy, but I was pretty impressed with this little microphone.
I bought it from Wilkinsons last year as at the time, the laptop I was using didn't have a built-in microphone. As soon as I plugged it in, Windows recognised it a ...
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14.01.2013 14:48
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Rise of the Maschines
Review of Native Instruments Maschine by
7daycashsystem
Advantages: Intuitive, simple to make quick beats, good sounds, loads of potential
Disadvantages: buggy, steep learning curve, compatibility issues as a VST, dependent on software
As a computer & software based music producer, I have always had a passion and intrigue for music hardware such as drum machines and synthesisers.
The Maschine from Natives Instruments was not my 1st venture into hardware equipment though as I have previ ...
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very helpful
08.01.2013 17:13
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The Piaggero - A Yamaha Digital Piano Stuck Between Two Worlds!
Review of Yamaha NP11 by
Nar2
Advantages: A "compact & light" touch sensitive digital piano with some nice voices & a budget price.
Disadvantages: Could do with a heavier touch & louder power, fussy controls for custom building, naff stand.
A couple of months ago whilst talking to a friend about my Christmas 2012 and what I will be doing to spend Christmas without my mother this year, I wondered to the back of my mind who I would be visiting instead of the other way around! I have had plenty ...
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exceptional
20.12.2012 11:02
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Cheaper Than Yamaha And Sustains The Same Job!
Review of Tone Deaf Music Keyboard Sustain Pedal by
Nar2
Advantages: Can be used on any single pedal jack on digital or electronic pianos, cheap price, well made.
Disadvantages: Availability of product, you may require a small to large adaptor.
A couple of weeks ago, just at the start of the holiday season, I was asked by a friend of mine if I would accompany a small group who play at most of the hotels in the area and nearly died on the spot when I saw what was offered to me in the form of a ol ...
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very helpful
07.12.2012 01:11
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Takamine makes my favorite acoustic/electric
Review of Takamine EG341SC by
ridaeus
Advantages: lovely warm sound and action easy to play
Disadvantages: not a cheap instrument
I got my Takamine guitar around 7 years ago and it has only improved with time. The action for my somewhat small hands made it so easy to play. The sound is full, clear and warm. For performance it was easy to use as the built in amplification jack and ...
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somewhat helpful
25.11.2012 14:20
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