6/30/2012

Cecilio CVA-500 Handmade Ebony Fitted Viola Outfit - 15 Inches Review

Cecilio CVA-500 Handmade Ebony Fitted Viola Outfit - 15 Inches
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I thought this was a great buy. I'm a beginner violist and needed a cheap viola to learn on. It was tough tuning the strings at first but if you put resin or peg drops on the peg holes it becomes easier. It's pretty light because the wood isn't that thick. It does the job though. Can't beat the price either!

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Cecilio violas are carefully hand carved. Each viola is meticulously graduated to exact specifications, ensuring a consistency of tone between individual pieces. The CVA-400 model features a hand carved solid spruce top and solid maple back and sides. It has a beautiful inlaid purfling satin finish and flamed back and sides. This is a complete set and comes with natural color rosewood pegs, chinrest, tailpiece and rosewood fingerboard. The rosewood tailpiece has 4 fine nickel plated tuners which is found in very expensive violas. The brazilwood bow comes with rosewood frog and unbleached genuine mongolian horsehair. That's not all; the set also includes the following: Lightweight form fitting hard case with pockets and strap, extra set of Viola Strings, quality rosin cake and extra violin bridge. Just the included accessories retail for more than $65. This is the best viola you can find at this price. Guaranteed!! And to make it even better it comes protected with a one year manufacturers warranty.

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ProLine GMS80A Conductor Sheet Music Stand Review

ProLine GMS80A Conductor Sheet Music Stand
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All musicians know that dilemma of having to choose between a "permanent" stand and a flimsy fold-up stand when taking the show on the road. Manhassets are the dominant brand for heavy, on-stage stands, but they are not easy to carry from place to place. Recently, plastic fold-ups have come on the market as well as a number of metal take-apart, fold-up stands. I chose the ProLine GMS80A as my traveling stand about two years ago.
ProLine is not light. That's a drawback for carrying. But the weight makes it a serious stand for holding the music and to ensure stability in most conditions. Its folding legs and collapsing stand sections mean easy storage in the car's trunk. The platform is solid and large, able to handle three unfolded pages with little trouble. The lip is nicely deep, so music is never in danger of falling off. The finish is hard and durable, despite the usual banging my stand takes in its travels. Finally, ProLine is priced below the more expensive Nilton, yet for me offered all that I wanted. An excellent stand for all purposes.

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The Proline Conductor Sheet Music Stand is strong yet lightweight. Solid construction allows the GMS80A stand to support even the heaviest music books. It collapses conveniently for easy transport too. Height adjusts from 24" - 44".

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6/29/2012

Tonareli Fiberglass Cello Case w/ Wheels - Lime Review

Tonareli Fiberglass Cello Case w/ Wheels - Lime
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This cello case is awesome! The color is so unique! The only two trade-offs are that the hinges are pretty flimsy and it is very loud when you roll it...that's about it. Everything else is PERFECT!

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The Tonareli Fiberglass Cello Case combines exceptional durability with unparalleled value.This case includes a matte scratch resistant finish, wheels, two bow holders, accessory pouch, back pack straps, three permanent handles and one removable pull strap.

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Behringer SM200 Slow Motion Effects Pedal Review

Behringer SM200 Slow Motion Effects Pedal
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I am very pleased with this pedal. It's really cool hooked up to a delay.

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The SM200 effects pedal smoothes out your guitar's attack and swells the volume automatically-letting your guitar sound like a violin. This pedal provides a very classic and famous "slow motion" sound effect. The SM200 features dedicated Attack and Sensitivity controls for awesome sound shaping. A cool blue status LED for effect on/off and battery check plus a first-class electronic on/off switch for highest signal integrity in bypass mode are included. The SM200 runs on a 9 V battery or a DC power supply (not included).

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6/28/2012

Alfred The Prayer P/V/C Sheet Review

Alfred The Prayer P/V/C Sheet
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Easy to read, very simple accompaniment. Now if only Josh Groban came with it...

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Electro-Harmonix Micro POG Polyphonic Octave Generator Review

Electro-Harmonix Micro POG Polyphonic Octave Generator
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The biggest complaint I've heard anyone come up with about this pedal is that it's "not the real POG", which honestly, isn't necessarily a bad thing. The Micro POG has 3 knobs and an on/off switch - one knob controls the "dry" signal (the clean signal from your guitar), one controls the "Sub Octave" signal (your guitar signal taken down an octave), and the last controls the "Octave Up" (your guitar signal taken up an octave).
The best part of this pedal is that it's "Polyphonic" - it will track multiple notes at once and work it's magic on every note you play.
This pedal really deserves a place on anyone's pedal board - want to thicken up some of your rhythm lines? Make your Stratocaster sound like an organ? Unleash a wave of "how is he doing that?" sounds?
If you want to do any of that, I would highly recommend the POG.
PS The thing is rock solid.

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The Electro-Harmonix Micro POG pedal offers you peanut-butter milkshake thick sound.The EHX XO series Micro POG is a polyphonic octave generator effect that will make your 6-string guitar sound like a 12-string and make your 4-string bass sound like an 8-string. The Micro Pog's super-fast tracking gives you glitch-free polyphony and makes a great bass sound using the sub octave. Includes Dry, Sub Octave, and Octave Up controls. Dry and wet outputs. 96DC-200BI power supply included. Electro-Harmonix XO Micro POG Polyphonic Octave Generator Guitar Effects Pedal Features: Super fast tracking Glitch-free polyphonic output Dry, Sub Octave, and Octave Up controls Dry and wet outputs Includes 96DC-200BI power supply

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6/27/2012

Wittner Composite All-Size Viola Chinrest - Center Mount - Hypoallergenic Review

Wittner Composite All-Size Viola Chinrest - Center Mount - Hypoallergenic
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I love this chinrest. it is so comfortable! I have been looking for a more comfortable chinrest for years...this is it. and i LOVE the center mount. I have one on my violin and viola now. I have all my students use the side mount.

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These popular German composite chinrests are non-allergenic.Center-mounted with separate legs secures the cup at a flat angle.Smooth lip for added comfort.For all viola sizes.

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Concord Adjustable Oblong Viola Case - adjusts for sizes 15.5"-17" Review

Concord Adjustable Oblong Viola Case - adjusts for sizes 15.5-17
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This is a great case. Sturdy enough that I can SIT on it without fear of hurting my instrument. It's heavier than my old case, but very much worth it! Not to mention, it's a freakin' work of art! For the price, it's a steal. My Viola is very very pleased! ^.^

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This professional viola case is made by Concord International Group, Inc. This is part of the Academy Series which features a water resistant cordura cover, velvet lining with suspension, and back-pack ready. The case has an adjustable system for sizes 15"-17" and the interior design allows more space for the shoulder rest. The Exterior-Interior Color Schemes for the case is as follows: an Exterior (black) with an Interior in (burgandy, blue, or green); an Exterior (blue) with an Interior in (blue). Please contact us and specify your color preferenc upon ordering this item.

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6/26/2012

Golden Gate P-180 Banjo Mute (Nickel Plated Brass) Review

Golden Gate P-180 Banjo Mute (Nickel Plated Brass)
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I was hopeful for this piece of equipment when I bought one, but was pretty much immediately disappointed, and I'm actually kicking myself not having seen how pointless it was before I bought it.
Functionally, yes, it will mute your banjo, for the minute or two it stays on without having to re-apply pressure to it. You basically have to forcefully wedge the thing onto the bridge (just look at how it's notched... a more ham-fisted approach I can't imagine), and even if you could get the thing to stick for more than a lick or two, there's no possible way to get it to stay without causing damage to the bridge. Metal vs. wood, 'n all.
There are far better options out there. The best was one I'd had years ago, and haven't seen its like since, but I left it with my family band's banjo for my little brother. It was a weighed bar, bullet shaped at both ends, with dual metal plates fluted out and slotted for banjo string spacing that pinched the bridge without too much pressure, but enough to keep it in place. I'd love to find another.

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Golden Gate Banjo mute The accessory that any banjo student shouldn't be withoutAllows for intense practice at any hourNickel plated brass construction

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Sonuus G2M Universal Guitar To MIDI Converter Review

Sonuus G2M Universal Guitar To MIDI Converter
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If you're an instrumentalist who wants to convert your sound into midi(enabling you to trigger electronic sounds) this might be your ticket to ride. I purchased this unit to trigger sounds from my electric guitars. I have old unit by roland(VP-10) which was designed to track vocals. It did not work well on vocals, but was good on guitars. Well this unit is cheaper and tracks better too. The Roland does double duty of processing, but it is no longer made. All one has to do to get it working is put in a battery, plug a guitar cord in, plug a midi out cable in, plug midi cable into midi input, and run an out cable from unit into you guitar effects/amp / mixer channel/recording channel. This is a device created by a company with affiliates in guitar tuner technology. So tracking was their priority. It is mono, so playing power chords is out.I like playing solo lead lines on one string. If you change from one string to the next,remember to mute the note before hitting the next, otherwise it goes gonzo. If you have midi gear and want a device that will accept any guitar you own without having to install a pickup on it, then this could be for you. If you need to play chords, buy a roland system. Like the VP 70 ,this unit gives one the freedom to just plug in and play. I recently connected the sonuus to a MOPHO synth. That unit is monophonic, so the marraige seemed fruitful. Not all of the sounds of the MOPHO were guitar friendly. Tweaking patches/sounds on your slave unit will be essential to get good interplay between your instrument and the unit you choose to trigger. While I use it on guitar,any instrument can trigger this. If you have a violin, acoustic guitar,sax, mandolin, harp, ect. and If it has small mic output or a contact pickup on it, it can interface with the Sonuus. Just make sure that you have an adaptor to bring your connection to a 1/4 input. I would think wind instruments with a small bell mike could work well with this, as they are monophonic. For those craving a wider palette of sound, check it out. AMEN


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The G2M is a simple-to-use, highly effective, guitar-to-MIDI converter. It is Universal because it doesn&apost need a special pick-up mounted on your guitar, but instead simply connects to your guitar like any other effects pedal or tuner.Designed to give accurate triggering, with low-latency, it is a true plug-and-play solution for monophonic MIDI guitar. It can be used to sequence bass lines and guitar solos add an edge to your live performancesit opens up many creative possibilities. No modifications are required to your guitar; no special pickups to install; and nothing needs to be stuck onto your instrument. It works with all electric guitars.Robust PerformanceResearch has shown us that the most important aspect for pitch-to-MIDI conversion is reliable and reproducible triggering of notes. While low-latency is important, robust triggering is the key to usabilityyou can easily adapt to some latency, but you cannot adapt to random, spurious notes.By virtue of the unique, inherently robust technology used in the G2M you will be able to reliably generate accurate MIDI quickly and easily. Notes are generated exactly as played, and the nuances of your performance are captured with fast, accurate pitch-bend data.Improves Playing TechniqueFor optimal MIDI conversion, your guitar playing needs to be clean and accurate. Accidental notes, resonating open strings and other sounds can often be converted into undesired MIDI notes. Often you dont hear these when playing guitar yourself, but can detect them easily when listening live to the generated MIDI.Striving to improve MIDI note accuracy, encourages clean picking and accurate fingering, with good control over non-sounding strings by damping them.Not only will your MIDI output be more accurate, your normal guitar playing will sound clearer and more professional. Its like having a tutor sitting beside you giving you advice. Its also great fun!Usage IdeasSequencing bass linesThe...

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6/25/2012

Peterson VS-F StroboFlip Virtual Strobe Tuner Review

Peterson VS-F StroboFlip Virtual Strobe Tuner
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This is a great tuner. I wouldn't buy it to use on stage or in any playing situation, but doing intonation work as a guitar tech it works flawlessly. I run the Guitar Repair Institute and this little device is standard issue for every student that walks through our door.

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Whether you want to tune a harpsichord to a 200-year-old temperament for a specific piece of music or set the intonation on your guitars, the StroboFlip is the ideal tool!With its unparalleled 0.1 cent accuracy and myriad presets, this tuner can be used to tune or set up your instrument to its own particular needs, improving both the instrument and your sound. Dedicated Tuning Options for All GenresThe StroboFlip is the first tuner to feature Sweeteners' - preset perfect fifth intervals for violin, viola or cello; perfect thirds for Dobro or resonator guitars; tuning and intonation presets for the Buzz Feiten Tuning System for guitar, bass, and acoustic guitar; and both Buzz and Peterson Sweetened settings for 12-string guitar. The StroboFlip also includes E9th & C6th pedal steel guitar presets, exclusive Peterson presets for the whole guitar family, and more!A long list of classic temperament presets such as Just Major, Just Minor, Pythagorean, 1/4 & 1/6th Comma Meantone, Werckmeister III, Kirnberger III, Kellner, Young, Vallotti and Rameau are also included. These temperaments are all root adjustable. A Pitch Holder' mounting clamp, a Peterson TP-2' clip-on tuning pickup, and a dedicated custom ultra-clean power supply rounds off this unbeatable tuning kit! The StroboFlip is the ultimate tool for obtaining the best sound out of your instruments!

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Guardian Portable Music Stand (Adjustable, Pink) Review

Guardian Portable Music Stand (Adjustable, Pink)
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My 5th grader liked the color, and I was surprised at the solid quality of this product. It has a carry case and small, thin extension arms to hold the music pages down. A wee bit short, wouldn't get this for someone over 5'4", but it's perfect for anyone under that height.

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This easily adjustable stand extends to 60".The locking mechanism is ergonomically designed to loosen and tighten effortlessly. Highly portable, this stand folds to only 21".

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6/24/2012

Concord Hill-Style Cello Case - available in sizes 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 4/4 Review

Concord Hill-Style Cello Case - available in sizes 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 4/4
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Concord Hill-Style Cello Case w/ Detachable Wheels - available in sizes 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 4/4This product's description is too vague. It lists the available sizes and colors, but not THIS product's size or color. So I'm gonna gamble and say it's 4/4, black with mystery interior color.

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This professional Hill-style cello case is made by Concord International Group, Inc. This is part of the Academy Series. The case features a music pocket on the back, three handles, and adjustable interior padding to accommodate cellos made by most makers. This case is available in the following fractional sizes: 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 4/4. The Exterior-Interior Color Scheme is as follows: Exterior (black) with an Interior (burgundy, blue, or green); Exterior (brown) with an Interior (burgundy). Please contact us to specify your color preference and case size before ordering.

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Concord Hill-Style Cello Case w/Wheels - available in sizes 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 4/4 Review

Concord Hill-Style Cello Case w/Wheels - available in sizes 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 4/4
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Called "The Coffin" by grand daughter's friends and school bus driver.. this got her cello safely thorough a school year! Good wheels, needs one more handle to hoist into car from my 5 ft frame... Really stood up through Jr High knocks and scrapes plus snowy rolls out to car in MT winter!

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This professional Hill-style cello case is made by Concord International Group, Inc. This is part of the Academy Series. The case has the same features as the CACL11 model but with Heavy-Duty detachable wheels with balanced pulling handle. The case is available in the following sizes: 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 4/4. The Exterior-Interior Color Scheme is as follows: Exterior (black) with an Interior (burgundy, blue, or green); Exterior (brown) with an Interior (burgundy). Please contact us to specify your color preference and case size upon ordering.

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6/23/2012

Boss ME25 Guitar Multi Effect Pedal Review

Boss ME25 Guitar Multi Effect Pedal
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This compact pedal/stompbox/pc DAW interface/tuner/loop station is so far the best pedal investment I've made. It is simple to use right out of the box. Although I would like to be able to make changes on the fly in a more simple manner, I love it. I am still on the same set of batteries I started with a month ago. Compared to my Fender VG strat (loves to eat battereies) that is a miracle. I've yet to take advantage of the DAW interface or Looping feature.
I am a fan of the SRV/Hendrix changy (Super Reverb/Ibanez Tube Screamer) tones and I get that nicely from this pedal. It fits neatly into my gig bag (fishing tackle bag) along with my cables and other gear. I love the Boost and Solo button as well. It really adds the umph when you need it. I like that Boss has a consistent interface across all of their products so you are automatically somewhat familiar if you have other Boss products. The only issue is that I wish the manual was more comprehensive.
Overall, I love it!

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The Boss ME-25 multi-effects pedal provides a collection of additional sounds and features over the previous ME unit at the same price. This Boss guitar pedal includes a completely redesigned operating system which allows the entire product to operate in "EZ-Tone" mode, making the Boss ME-25 simple to use. There are added effects, COSM amp models, and a USB port for direct connection to computers. The ME-25 effects pedal is bundled with Cakewalk Sonar 8 LE and a DVD providing over one hundred audio loops that can be imported into Sonar for jamming or practice. The Boss ME-25's 60 onboard programs are organized into a Sound Library, which enables all the onboard tones to be selected simply by type. This built-in sound library gives you instant access to dozens of classic and modern effects. Simply choose a category, select a variation and play. You can customize your sound with simple twists of the Drive, Tone, and Volume knobs. COSM (Composite Object Sound Modeling)Composite Object Sound Modeling—or "COSM" for short—is Boss/Roland's innovative and powerful technology that's used to digitally recreate the sound of classic musical instruments and effects. COSM analyzes the many factors that make up the original sound—including its electrical and physical characteristics—and creates a digital model that accurately reproduces the original.

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Fulltone Fulldrive2 MOSFET Overdrive/Clean Boost Guitar Effects Pedal Blue Review

Fulltone Fulldrive2 MOSFET Overdrive/Clean Boost Guitar Effects Pedal Blue
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Great pedal. Great. However...
It was breaking down, so I got in touch with their repair dept. They said simply, Send it in and we'll fix it. Next message from them was an invoice for $60. About one-third the cost of a new unit to repair the two switches and LEDs. I paid, no questions. After making the full payment, I emailed them to comment/complain. Here is Mike Fuller's personal response:
You are a spoiled idiot.
Go away.
Michael Fuller
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Housed in a beautiful powder-coated blue 16-gauge steel enclosure, the Fulltone Fulldrive 2 effects pedal is capable of clean boost or non-compressed overdrive via its first Overdrive Mode channel. Choose light to medium softer overdrives all while retaining your guitar's original tone. The pedal's Tone knob is a very effective Presence control that can smooth out or add upper harmonics. There's also a footswitchable second-channel Boost Mode with its own separate distortion control for medium to higher gains with a more singing violin-like sustain.

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6/22/2012

Glasser X-Series Carbon Fiber X-Bow with Horsehair (4/4 Cello) Review

Glasser X-Series Carbon Fiber X-Bow with Horsehair (4/4 Cello)
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My son's main bow needed a repair and would be out for 2 weeks and decided to purchase this bow instead of cheap loaner bow from the shop. You can tell this bow will last long time and highly reliable. Built with patented Carbon Graphite material, this bow feel very solid but not heavy. It just feels right. My son'e original bow is $450 bow. My son like the black color on this bow. He also said that bow's hair "sticks" better then his original bow. His cello teacher always corrects him to control the bow so that bow doesn't 'slide down' the strings. So, this 'sticking' is better for my son. As for the sound, it is not as ood as the more expensive bow but it is very close. This bow also have very good playability.
My son also had Preston carbon-graphite bow but this Glasser X-series is much better over all.
** This same bow, Glasser X-series model 4000x44, I paid "ONLY" $52.10 with free shipping from Amazon. I thought this was a mistake. I am not sure how Amazon's price for this bow is so low. Lowest you can find from others are $140 plus shipping.
This was a steal!! Great & reliable bow at amazing price. I would HIHGLY recommend this bow from Amazon to young students.

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The 4000X44 is a Glasser carbon graphite bow made using their patented graphite molding technology for your full size cello. Bow comes with ebony frog with faux pearl eyes and slides, synthetic grip.

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