Focal unveils the Alpha 80 Evo!
French icon of audio, Focal presents professional loudspeakers Alpha 80 Evo, Alpha Twin Evo and subwoofer Sub One.
With new features and technologies as well as a fresh design, the line delivers unrivalled performance at this price point, sealing the French brand’s position as a benchmark for professional studios.
The new Alpha 80 Evo and Alpha Twin Evo are both equipped with a 1" (25mm) Aluminium tweeter combined with a 8" (20cm) woofer ( Alpha 80 Evo ) or 2 x 6.5" (16.5cm) woofer ( Alpha Twin Evo ) with new Slatefiber cones developed and manufactured in Focal's workshops in France.
The long-awaited subwoofer Sub One impresses with its intelligent, space-saving design that allows easy acoustic integration even in smaller rooms. Two 8-inch (20cm) woofers with double-skinned Slatefiber cones and long excursion ensure extremely low distortion and precise detail reproduction even at higher volumes.
With these new products, the French brand showcase once again its sound expertise and at the same time fulfills the desire of many users for a subwoofer to match the studio monitors of the Alpha and Shape series.
ALPHA 80 EVO KEY FEATURES
- Excellent dynamics
- Wide dispersion enabling the same sound to be maintained throughout the entire room
- Slatefiber cone manufactured in France: sound neutrality, no distortion
- Identical tonal balance at both low and high volume
- Connect up to 3 audio sources
- Inserts for wall fastening
- Protective grills included
Zoom unveils the new R20 Multi-Track Recorder
Zoom is delighted to announce the R20 Multi-Track Recorder.
With six XLR inputs, two combo inputs, and 16 tracks of recording (8 simultaneously), the R20 is perfect for solo musicians to full bands.
The R20 records directly to SDHC or SDXC cards up to 1TB. The colour coded faders, gain knobs and track regions on the 4.3-inch colour touchscreen ensure an unparalleled simple workflow. The R20 is the first multi-track recorder that allows accessibility for the visually impaired as the R20 app features VoiceOver and VoiceOver Gestures.
Furthermore, the R20 offers 150 internal rhythm patterns and supports Standard MIDI files to import and play back bass lines, melodies, piano parts, etc. to create backing tracks with an ease.
In addition, the R20 features an internal synthesizer with 18 sounds +1 drum kit, playable via a MIDI keyboard connected via USB-C. To spice things up, an EQ, compressor and gate as well as a full MFX processor, which is compatible with our Guitar Lab software, are at your fingertips. The R20 works also as an 8-in/4-out USB-C audio interface with a Mac or PC. The R20 makes it insanely simple to track, edit and mix your songs, letting you focus on the music.
The R20 will ship in Q1 2022.
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R20 FEATURES
- 4.3” Full-color LCD touchscreen display
- Easy-to-use DAW-inspired interface
- Record up to 16 tracks (8 simultaneously)
- Eight XLR mic preamps, including two mic/line/instrument combo jacks
- Hi-Z available on input 1 and 48V phantom power available on inputs 5-8
- Color-coded volume faders, gain knobs and tracks
- Onboard editing and built-in effects
- Built-in MFX processor compatible with Guitar Lab Software
- 150 pre-loadeded drum loops
- Internal synthesizer with 18 sounds + 1 drum kit, playable over MIDI Keyboard connected to USB-C
- Load and playback standard MIDI files
- Optional BTA-1 Bluetooth enables wireless control via the R20 Control App
- USB-C audio interface up to 8-in / 4-out
- Records directly to SDHC cards up to 32GB and SDXC cards up to 1TB
- New locking-type AC adapter (ZAD-1220)
- Up to 24-bit /44.1kHz audio in BWF-compliant WAV
- Compatible with Guitar Lab software for Mac/Windows PC
What’s In The Box?
- Zoom R20
- ZAD-1220 AC adapter
- Quick Tour
- Steinberg Cubase LE Software
Eventide dot9 Pedal Series Promotion
Buy any Eventide TriceraChorus, UltraTap, MicroPitch Delay or Blackhole pedal from any of our authorized Eventide dealer and choose one of the following Eventide software plugins: TriceraChorus, UltraTap, MicroPitch Delay and Blackhole – up to a $199 MSRP value – for FREE! This offer ends January 31, 2022.
Please find more detailed informations here: https://www.eventideaudio.com/dot9-promo/
Sound Service new exclusive Studio Electronics distributor in Europe
Sound Service European Music Distribution is now exclusively distributing the products of the American company Studio Electronics throughout Europe.
Studio Electronics is an american manufacturer of premium quality analog rackmount-synthesizers, desktop-synthesizers, eurorack modules and modular systems. Founded in 1981 by partners papa Val St. Regis and multi-platform design Guru Tim Caswell, Studio Electronics released their first monophonic, programmable, discrete "Premium Quality Analog" synth, the SE-1, in 1989. At Superbooth 21, Sound Service introduced the new SE-3X to the european market.
The SE-3X will be shipping in December 2021.
Learn more about our Studio Electronics product range here.
Blackstar unveils the Dept. 10 Series
Eventide unveils the TriceraChorus Pedal
Eventide Audio announces the new TriceraChorus pedal, the fourth pedal of the new dot9 series following the release of the Blackhole in 2020 and the MicroPitch and UltraTap earlier this year. TriceraChorus is a Stereo Bucket Brigade-style Tri-Chorus with Psychedelic Swirl : Eventide’s lushest chorus ever!
TriceraChorus features three chorus voices and three unique chorus effects which can be used to create a wide stereo spread with pulsing waves of modulation. A three-phase LFO modulates the delay times for the dot9 TriceraChorus pedal’s three chorus voices – Left, Center, and Right – producing compelling movement across the stereo field. The Chorus effect within TriceraChorus produces a prototypical vintage Chorus sound. The Chorale effect adds increased complexity and movement for a richer and larger texture, while Vibrato delivers a pulsing, warbly sound. Across all the voices and effects, detuning adds depth through subtle pitch shifting. The innovative Swirl footswitch adds psychedelic flanging, phasing and Univibe- style tones.
The pedal can store up to 127 presets in memory, with five presets loaded at a player’s feet for access from a latching/momentary dual-action Active Footswitch with a Catch-up mode to help players dial in their sound when toggling between presets/parameters. A single Aux switch can be deployed to Tap Tempo, or a triple Aux switch can be used for easy preset changing (up/down/load). The TriceraChorus Pedal offers multiple Bypass options: Buffered, Relay, DSP+FX or Kill dry. MIDI capability is available over TRS (for use with a MIDI to TRS cable or converter box) or USB. The rear-panel Guitar/Line Level switch allows level-matching with guitars, synths, FX loops or DAW interfaces. Any combination of TriceraChorus parameters can be mapped to an Expression pedal. The rugged, gig-ready green TriceraChorus pedal is not just for guitars – the pedal brings lush chorusses to any source from vocals to keyboards to drums, strings, brass and winds. The TriceraChorus pedal is shipping October 2021.
Features:
- Three independent chorus voices: Left, Center and Right
- Three chorus types: Chorus, Vibrato, Chorale for a wide array of tonal possibilities.
- Dedicated “Swirl” footswitch capable of generating psychedelic flanging, phasing and Univibe-style tones.
- Five presets loaded at your feet with dozens more available with Eventide Device Manager (EDM) software.
- Dual-action Active Footswitch is latching or momentary.
- Rear panel Guitar/Line Level switch for matching levels with guitar, synths, FX loop or DAW interface.
- Map any combination of parameters to an expression pedal.
- Use a single aux switch to tap Rate or a triple aux switch for easy preset changing (up/down/load).
- MIDI capability over TRS (with MIDI to TRS cable or converter box) or USB (with MIDI-host controllers)
- Multiple Bypass options: Buffered, Relay, DSP+FX or Kill dry.
- Catch-up mode helps dial in your sound when toggling between presets/parameters.
- Eventide Device Manager PC or Mac application for software updates, system settings and creating/saving presets.
Technical Specifications
| Input: | 1/4" TRS / Mono = Tip, Stereo = Tip & Ring |
| Out 1: | 1/4" TS Mono / Mono Output |
| Out 2: | 1/4" TS Mono / Stereo Output |
| EXP: | 1/4" TRS / Expression pedal, Aux Switch or MIDI I/O |
| Mono/Stereo Switch: | Sets Input to Mono (Tip) or Stereo (Tip + Ring) |
| Guitar/Line Level Switch: | Optimizes internal gain structure |
| Mini USB: | Software updates, MIDI I/O |
| DC Input Jack: | 5.5mm / 2/.1mm plug / Center Negative (-) |
| Input Impedance | 700k ohms Mono, 990k ohms Stereo |
| Max Input, Guitar | +8dBu |
| Max Input, Line | +14dBu |
| Output Impedance | 220 ohms |
| Recomm. Load Impedance | 10k ohms |
| Power | 9V DC @ 200mA / Center Negative (-) |
| Dimensions (product) | 4" W x 4.25" D x 1.68" H / 102 mm x 108 mm x 43 mm |
| Weight (product) | 1.06 lb / 0.48 kg |
| Dimensions (package) | 7.7" W x 4.75" D x 2.8" H / 178 mm x 121 mm x 71 mm |
| Weight (package) | 1.68 lb / .77 kg |
Zoom unveils the B6 Multi-Effects Bass Processor
Zoom is delighted to announce the B6 Multi-Effects Bass Processor.
The new Zoom B6 features Zoom's ultimate FX processor technology with amp modeling, unique DI box modeling and 88.2 Khz sampling frequency. The B6 is an integrated pedalboard with 9 footswitches and a 4.3-inch color touchscreen with easy-to-use app-based technology, that lets you drag, drop and swipe your way to new sounds. This allows you to create effects chains with up to six effects + amp emulation, and even load your own impulse responses for speaker simulation. The two inputs with variable impedance lets you connect electric and acoustic basses simultaniously, as they can be seamlessly switched via the integrated A/B switcher for quick instrument changes. Developed in collaboration with renowned bassists, the new DI output offers a choice of two of the most popular tube and two of the most popular transistor DI boxes. 68 internal rhythm patterns, the new looper with up to 2h recording time and the integrated USB audio interface make the B6 the perfect partner for practicing, recording and on stage. The B6 will be shipping in Q4 2021.
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B6 Features
- 4 DI outputs; 2 tube and 2 solid state models
- Integrated A/B switcher for seamless instrument switching
- Ultimate Zoom FX processor technology with amp modeling
- IR load function for speaker cabinet simulation
- Integrated pedal board with 9 stomp switches
- 4.3˝ color LCD touch-screen interface
- Chain up to 6 effects (including amp emulation)
- Two variable-impedance inputs for electric and acoustic bass
- New Play Mode Footswitch provides instant access to different play modes
- Easy-to-see backlit panel with color-coded stomp effects
- Built-in USB audio interface (2-in / 2-out)
- Rhythm patterns and looper
- Compatible with Zoom Guitar Lab
- Wireless control via optional Bluetooth adapter (BTA-1) with Handy Guitar Lab for B6 app
- Accessibility functionality for the visually impaired with Handy Guitar Lab for B6 app
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
Here's what comes included with the B6:
- B6 Multi-Effects Processor
- Zoom AD-16 AC Adapter
- Quick Tour
Optional accessories:
- FP02M expression pedal
- BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter
NEW: LTD '87 Rainbow Crackle Special Edition
The LTD '87 series is a fitting tribute to the 1980s – a time when ESP guitars and basses first caught the attention of top players around the world. We are now offering limited-edition authentic replicas from this important era for ESP Guitars in the fascinating original ESP Rainbow Crackle finish, which we will have available from October.
New: Blackstar Studio 10 EL34 Limited Edition Royal Blue
A tube combo not only for royals - the new Studio 10 EL34 Limited Edition in Royal Blue!
The elegant Studio 10 EL34 is a classic British low-gain/crunch combo with an EL34 in the power amp and an ECC83 preamp valve, delivering flawless boutique crunch sounds. The combo also features a footswitchable preamp boost for authentic rock and indie riffs and articulate blues leads.
Apogee Announces Duet 3 and Duet Dock
Legendary Sound Quality, Total Portability and Hardware DSP all Come Together in a Beautiful New Design
Apogee is delighted to announce the Duet 3, the long-awaited successor of the legendary Duet audio interface. In 2007, Apogee unveiled the first Duet, practically turning the audio world upside down. The Duet was the first premium audio interface featuring a revolutionary desktop design, intuitive user interface and superior sound quality.
No wonder that its design and UI concept has since been imitated by many and became the de facto industry standard. Still, the legendary Apogee sound quality remained unmatched.
Duet 3 is the next evolutionary step and shines with a beautiful glossy, extremely flat and elegant housing made of glass and aluminum, which perfectly matches the product philosophy with its modern design language. Equipped with 2 inputs and 4 outputs, as well as 2 USB-C ports and an internal hardware DSP for the Symphony ECS Channel Strip, Duet 3 enables for the first time latency-free recording with effects. The Symphony ECS Channel Strip presets have been tuned by none other than mixing legend Bob Clearmountain, so professional sound is at your fingertips.
The new designed ultra-low noise mic preamps combined with the legendary Apogee AD/DA converters and practical features like the zero-ohm headphone output make the Duet 3 the perfect partner for music creation, vocal and voice recording, streaming and even gaming - in the studio or on the road.
Included is a convenient travel case for transportation. The new elegant and practical Duet Dock ensures perfect ergonomics in the studio and is available as an option.
The Duet 3 and Duet Dock will be available around July 2021.
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Highlights Duet 3
- Best-in-class Apogee conversion and mic preamps
- 2x4 USB Type C audio interface
- All-new low profile design with aluminum base and gorilla glass top and knob cover
- Input and output connections via included breakout cable:
- 2x ¼” Instrument inputs
- 2x Mic/line inputs
- 2x ¼” Balanced outputs
- ⅛” Headphone output
- Bus powered / External power optional via USB Type C port
- Built in hardware DSP FX featuring the Symphony ECS Channel Strip tuned by Bob Clearmountain
- macOS, Windows 10 compatible
- USB Type-C and Type A cable included
- Travel case included
- Duet Dock available as an option
- Compatibility:
- macOS: 10.14 Mojave or later (Apple silicon or Intel processor)
- PC: Windows 10 Anniversary update or later
Highlights Duet Dock
- (2x) Balanced XLR Mic/Line inputs
- (2x) Unbalanced 1/4” TS Instrument inputs
- (2x) Balanced 1/4” TRS Line Outputs
- 3.5mm Unbalanced TRS Stereo Headphone Jack
- (2x) USB-C connections for host and power supply