NZ Rockshop Gear - Feb/Mar 2013

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NZ ROCKSHOP

feb/maRCH

2013

baCK TO SCHOOL SCHOO S CHOOLL CHOO SPeCiaLS & PaCKaGeS Pa P aCK CKa aGeS SeRj TaNKiaN iNTeRview view PP.5.5 Serj talks about his connection to New Zealand and his creative process beyond System of a Down.

STyLOPHONe COmPeTiTiON TiTiON PP.2.2 Write a 30 second radio advertisement using your Stylophone and be in to win.

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Godfrey explains his live set-up and how he uses the Nord Stage II and Maschine.

ROCKSHOP RADIO

COMPETITION WRITE A 30 SECOND AD USING YOUR STYLOPHONE

PRIZES TO BE WON, ENTRIES CLOSE

31 MARch MARch 2013

baCK TO CONTeNTS SCHOOL baCK TO SCHOOL SPeCiaLS & PaCKaGeS

SPeCiaLS &

PaCKaGeS GifT CaRDS TO be wON

fiRST PRiZe $500

SeCOND PRiZe $300 TeRmS & CONDiTiONS aPPLy

S e e O N L i N e f O R D e Ta i L S

BASS & AMPS

14

DRUMS/PERCUSSION 20

KEYBOARDS

30

SYNTHESIZERS

33

RECORDING

34

LIVE SOUND

40

DJ GEAR

46

LIGHTING

52

PRINT MUSIC

54

GUITARS

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iNTeRviewS, aRTiCLeS & feaTUReD aRTiSTS SERJ TANKIAN

FeatuRe inteRview

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Serj Tankian talks about his connection to New Zealand and his creative process beyond System of a Down.

LIMITED EDITION LES PAUL GOLDTOP

gibson & maRshall celebRate 50 yeaRs oF loud

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The NZ Rockshop are extremely proud to bring to you the matched set Serial Number 3 of this piece of commemorative history.

RaDiO aD COmPeTiTiON create a 30 second radio advertisement using a stylophone in some way and you could be in to win some great prizes. you could also hear your Rockshop ad featured live on Rockshop Radio.

eNTRy DeTaiLS:

send your entry on either cd, mp3 or mp4 formats to: Rockshop Radio stylophone competition po box 132015, sylvia park, auckland.

eNTRieS CLOSe:

31ST maRCH, 2013

CHRIS MAC - SIx60 BASSIST

Read about chRis mac’s geaR and playing style

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Interview with Chris Mac. Find out out what gear Chris uses, his playing style and much more...

RINGO’S ALL STARR BAND FeatuRing gRegg bissonette

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New Zealand Tour information and gear set-up for Ringo Starr and Gregg Bissonette in Ringo’s All Starr Band.

MOOG SLIM PHATTY REVIEW BY JEREMY TOY slim phatty synthesizeR Review

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Jeremy Toy is a New Zealand Music Award winning musician/producer.

He reviews his experiences with Moog’s Slim Phatty.

fEATURED ARTIST GODfREY DE GRUT godFRey explains his live set-up

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Godfrey De Grut explains his live set-up and how he uses the Nord Stage II and Maschine.

LIVE DRUM EqUALISATION WITH MATT KELLER audix dp7 micRophone set

Matthew Keller, the Live Sound Workshop lecturer and Head Studio Supervisor at SAE Auckland (School of Audio Engineering) shares his expert knowledge.

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STORe LOCaTOR

fiND US ONLiNe

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NORTH iSLaND

NEW PLYMOUTH

AUCKLAND - GUITAR

NAPIER

100 Karangahape Road 09 379 8609

21 Dickens Street 06 833 6138

AUCKLAND - BASS

HASTINGS

78 Karangahape Road 09 368 9340

325 Heretaunga Street West 06 873 4192

AUCKLAND - DRUMS

PALMERSTON NORTH

76 Karangahape Road 09 377 5554

37-40 The Square 06 353 1018

AUCKLAND - DIGITAL

LOWER HUTT

98 Karangahape Road 09 377 6397

1 Margaret Street 04 569 8062

AUCKLAND - DJ-PA

WELLINGTON

94 Karangahape Road 09 377 6967

NORTH SHORE 122 Anzac Street 09 488 0402

HENDERSON

15 Gover Street 06 769 6270

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GIG GUIDE Here you can view upcoming gigs and even submit your own! Feel free to enter all your band’s gigs.

40 Cuba Street 04 473 0692

SOUTH iSLaND

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BLOGS The blogs range in content from specific product focuses to the latest releases, along with clinic reviews, brand overviews and tutorials.

NELSON

379 Great North Road 09 835 2379

117 Bridge Street 03 539 0481

SYLVIA PARK

CHRISTCHURCH

Shop 77, Sylvia Park Mall 09 573 0882

2/1-5 Amyes Road,Hornby 03 344 2238

BOTANY

DUNEDIN

42 Town Centre Drive 09 271 2642

www.ROCKSHOP.CO.NZ

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ARTISTS Check out our Rockshop Featured Artists, their Artist info and their Gear Lists here.

67 St Andrew Street 03 477 0058

WHANGAREI

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12 John Street 09 438 5291

TAURANGA 101 Elizabeth Street 07 578 8104

ROTORUA 1210 Eruera Street 07 348 1906

HAMILTON

ROCKSHOP NEWS All the latest product releases, new arrivals, specials & competitions.

100 KARANGAHAPE ROAD

THE WEEKEND STARTS HERE 100 Karangahape Rd, Auckland

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CLINICS Be informed and inspired by some of the world’s best clinicians, covering musical instruments and software.

342 Barton Street 07 838 3450

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feaTUReD aRTiST

SERJ TANKIAN SERJ TANKIAN INTERVIEW Serj Tankian is an Armenian-American singer-songwriter, composer, multiinstrumentalist, record producer, poet and political activist. He is best known as the lead vocalist, songwriter, keyboardist and occasional live rhythm guitarist of the rock band System of a Down.

“Kiwi’s really love their music I’ve noticed. There’s a thriving community of music, people love music here. It’s really great”. Serj Tankian’s observations have come from over a decade of slowly immersing himself in New Zealand and its cultural landscape.

The first time the System of a Down frontman came to New Zealand was for the Big Day Out in 2002. He had read about New Zealand previously, “knowing what the country meant to the environmental community and the political neutrality”. But arriving in Auckland Serj describes how a “feeling of peace came over me, which coincided with a feeling of intuitive belonging, which I had never felt anywhere in my life, like true belonging. I didn’t know what to make of it but it felt really good. So I came back and explored the country. For the last 10 years I have been coming back and started looking at homes. I purchased some property in 2005 and have spent more and more time here, with the idea of making it home base, spending more than 6 months a year in New Zealand”.

“I think New Zealand has a lot to offer musically, I’m really excited to see what that is going to be and to be a part of it. The sky’s the limit because there is no such thing as a limitation for us here. We can create anything.

That’s exciting being in a country that still has so much more to offer.

New Zealand has a lot of culture and the lifestyle here is so much higher than any place that I’ve ever seen in the world. It’s such a positive place and when it comes down to it that’s the most important thing. No matter who you’re interacting with” (even when being told the internet can’t be connected to his home until Dec 2013) “it’s hard to be angry for too long in this country, it really is”.

After witnessing the New Zealand music industry in action overseas, Serj has some advice for future success. “One thing that’s great, that I think should continue happening, is there’s a certain representation that the New Zealand government does for their artists, in trying to either licence or work with some of the video game or film companies, to use Kiwi songs and artists in some of their developments. I think that’s great and I think more of that can be done”.

“I write using different things, I write using piano, I write using acoustic guitar, electric guitar. I also write using loops and electronic stuff.

I’ve been trying to build my own library of loops of my own music, kinda recycling my own music but in a way that I don’t even know it’s some of my own stuff. That’s really interesting for me, that’s one of the reasons I set up my own app called “I am Serj” on iTunes. You can play different loops together, it’s all time stretched equally and the same pitch. It has been really interesting, especially for scoring. You can take an orchestral line and reverse it and then put this weird sub bass under it with a synth, just play around with stuff”.

“In terms of classic song writing I generally either write on piano or acoustic guitar or I’ve got a cool Estey organ here. I think when the inspiration is there you pick it up and go with whatever instrument that you have”.

“I’ve got a lot of toys though, especially in the states. I’ve got a good amount of guitars, basses, drum set, a bunch of mic’s, a load of synth’s.

But I’m not collecting as much as before because I’m out of space and I tend to use mostly stuff that’s in the box, at this point anyway. I use a lot of orchestral libraries to do mock ups and actual mixes sometimes. Brass, a lot of strings, percussion, woodwinds, I’m really into that lot as far as scoring, doing the video games and looking at doing some new film soundtracks”.

“There is so much you can do today with a small amount of equipment and a computer. There is something cool about that minimalism. I’ve been writing a lot of music in New Zealand. When I come to New Zealand it’s the time that I work less and I have the time to absorb and create. It’s hard to be extremely creative when you’re running between meetings and traffic in LA, or on the phone, emails and all the work stuff. I still get to do some of it but I do more production stuff there now because I’ve got all my gear and the full studio. The writing, the inspiration, a lot of it’s come from New Zealand.

It’s good to have a place with minimal stuff, the basics, getting in and writing, then developing and producing it elsewhere, wherever”.

For the full extended interview go to www.rockshop.co.nz or check out Serj’s website www.serjtankian.com to check out all of his releases, including the latest record Harakiri. Cover photo by Robert Sebree, Top Article photo by Darah McDonagh.

In 2007 Serj put out his first solo record, Elect the Dead. “Being a solo artist gave me the confidence to be able to do whatever I wanted to do, where as being in a band you don’t have that. There’s a certain I don’t want to say dependency but because you always do things together and you rely on each other. It’s writing by committee, ultimately, performing by committee and PR by committee. Which is fine but there comes a point you’ve got to do your own thing for every artist”. So depending on what you’re working on “if you have a full vision for the material and can accomplish it yourself then do it yourself. But if it is something that requires other peoples input artistically, collaborate”.

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GUiTaRS & amPS SeCTiON

GibSON 70s TRibUTe RaNGe the RetuRn oF the mini humbucKeR

Gibson pays homage to their 1970s era with these excellent tribute models. All guitars feature the fabled Gibson mini-humbucker pickups, as made famous on the early 70s Les Paul Deluxe guitars.

Mini humbuckers have a narrow magnetic aperture, which lends a distinctive bite and growl to the typical humbucking tone. It’s a great tone that makes these guitars deceptively versatile instruments. All “Tribute” instruments are made in the USA and feature satin nitro-cellulose finishes.

VISUAL SOUND ROUTE 66

BOSS DD-20 GIGA DELAY PEDAL

Visual Sound’s legendary Route 66 pedal links a super-transparent compressor and 808-style Overdrive in one-box. A must for serious guitarists.

The industry standard delay pedal from the king of effects, BOSS. The DD-20 features 4 presets, tap tempo, onboard looper and a ridiculous 23-sec delay time.

oveRdRive/compRessoR dual pedal

NORMALLY $329

ouR pRice

NORMALLY $419

$279

SAVE $50

ouR pRice

outstanding yet aFFoRdable dable Deftones guitarist Stephen Carpenter was a pioneering 7-string player and his signature range ESP guitars are a mainstay of the 7-String market.

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CODE : BOSDD20

OVATION 2778Ax STD ELITE LITE

be a paRt oF the ovation vation legend Since the mid-1960s, Ovation have led the way in acoustic electric guitar design. The 2778AX is the latest verison of their best-selling “Standard Elite” model. Feautres the new “Deep Contour” bowl that won’t slip while you’re playing.

NORMALLY $1,499

NORMALLY $799

$699

SAVE $100

$329

SAVE $90

CODE : VSV2RT66

ESP-LTD SC207 STEPHEN CARPENTER 7-STRING

ouR pRice

ultRa-Flexible delay

ouR pRice CODE : ESPLSC207BLK

$1,099 SAVE $400

CODE : OVA2778AX

www.rockshop.co.nz | For more information about any of these products please see us in-store or visit our website. Finance & Layby available. All prices include GST.

GUiTaRS & amPS SeCTiON

amPeG GvT SeRieS ReDUCeD TO CLeaR all-tube guitaR amps with RetRo-cool styling

The Ampeg guitar amps of the 70s have become rare sought-after beasts after gracing stages over the years with the Rolling Stones, Peter Frampton, Josh Homme and many others. The new GVT series amps retain the unique character of the originals, courtesy of their “Baxandall” EQ circuit. If you’re looking for a great tube amp at an outstanding price, start here!

ampeg gvt5h head

$699 $499

ampeg gvt15h head

$799 $599

amgvt15h

5w SINGLE-CHANNEL CLASS A 15w SINGLE-CHANNEL CLASS A

amggvt15h

ampeg gvt5110 1x10 combo

$799 $599

5w SINGLE-CHANNEL CLASS A

amggvt5110

fENDER-ROLAND GC-1 STRATOCASTER gK synth picKup

The Fender-Roland GC-1 is a genuine Fender Stratocaster® guitar with a factory-installed Roland hex-divided pickup, allowing you to use any GK 13-pin product, such as the magnificent GR55 Guitar Synthesiser.

Available in Black or Sunburst.

NORMALLY $1,399

SAVE $300

$1,299 $899

ampeg gvt52212 2x12 combo

$1,499 $999 amgvt52212

50w 2-CHANNEL CLASS A/b

amgvt52112

50w 2-CHANNEL CLASS A/b

GIBSON LES PAUL STUDIO TUDIO

cleaRance pRices on pRe-2012 e-2012 spec Les Paul Studio guitars have been the musician’s choice for years for genuine Gibson tones without breaking the bank.

We have limited stocks of outgoing models available in Arctic White, Ebony and Fireburst finishes.

Solid Spruce top, Solid Rosewood back & sides, scalloped “X” bracing, bone nut and Fishman electronics. Uhhhh… is this price right?

$1,699 SAVE $700

CODE : ROLGC1

simply a stunning instRument ument

CODE : GIBLPSTAW / EB / FI

MESA ExPRESS 50 PLUS 1x12 COMBO handmade in petaluma, ca Mesa’s recently updated “Express” amps feature a pristine “Clean” channel and an overdrive that goes from mild to heavy, courtesy of the onboard 5-band graphic EQ.

NORMALLY $2,999

NORMALLY $1,499

$1,150 SAVE $349

amgvt15112

ampeg gvt52112 1x12 combo

ouR pRice

WALDEN CG2000CEq GRAND AUDITORIUM

ouR pRice

$899 $699

15w SINGLE-CHANNEL CLASS A

NORMALLY $2,399

$1,099

ouR pRice

ampeg gvt15112 1x12 combo

ouR pRice CODE : WLCG2000CEQ

$2,499 SAVE $500

CODE : MBE501PXBBCO

Special prices valid until 31st March 2013, while stocks last. Range may vary between stores. Freight charges may apply for inter-store transfers for inspection. E&OE.

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baCK TO SCHOOL SPeCiaLS & PaCKaGeS START ON A GOOD NOTE THIS YEAR WITH THESE fANTASTIc SPEcIALS & PAcKAGES

ROCKSTAND GUITAR fOOT STOOL

even the best give theiR Feet a Rest

For optimum comfort and playing position, this basic foot stool is portable and provides support to your guitar when seated, even over long periods.

MARSHALL GUITAR TUNER stay tuned with this gReat deal

Marshall, need we say more.

Iconic company and a great tuner for any job - guitar or bass, electric or Acoustic.

pRemium student uKe

ROCKSON CLASSICAL GUITARS

If you want to be part of the Ukulele revolution, then don’t short change yourself with an el-cheapo uke. For only a little more money, the Kalani K200 is miles ahead in quality.

Our best-selling entry-level guitars are now available in colours. Full size available in Natural or Black.

Smaller guitars available in Black, Blue or Pink.

Full size, 3/4 size and 1/2 size

noRmally $15 15

noRmally $40 40

noRmally $49

noRmally $99 99

$12

$25

$45

$85

Rs24000b

mRmt1

KalK200

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ARIA AD18 STEEL STRING ACOUSTIC vaRious colouRs available

A full size steel-string guitar of outstanding quality. There’s no better way to start your guitar journey than with this fine instrument. noRmally $149

EPIPHONE DR100/AJ100 epiphone by gibson®

WALDEN D351 fULL SIZED ACOUSTIC

ARIA AD18CE ACOUSTIC/ELECTRIC

Offering a premium entry into the student market, Epiphone’s DR100 and AJ100 guitars deliver a huge tone, backed by the assurance of the world’s best-known guitar manufacturer.

Full sized steel string guitar in See Through Green or See Through Red colours. Limited numbers.

If 2013 is the year you plan to take your playing onstage, you’ll need a guitar you can plug in!

The AD18CE is our best value electro-acoustic.

noRmally mally $ $229 229

supeR special school deal.

includes inteRnal picKup

noRmally noR no Rmally $329

noRmally $269

$139

$189

$199

$249

aRiad18

epieaJ1 / epiea10 10

wld351sg / sR

aRiad18ce

LINE 6 SPIDER IV 15

clean twang to metal chug

So you’ve inherited your uncle’s old electric guitar, but got nothing to plug it into? Why not pick yourself up the biggest selling practice amp in the world?

ARIA AK45 SOLID-TOP CLASSICAL GUITAR

SqUIER STRAT / MARSHALL PACKAGE

ESP GUITAR PACKAGES

Solid-top guitars have a richer tone that gets bigger and louder as the guitar ages. For a limited time only, we’re selling the Aria AK45 with a FREE hard case.

This value package couples a genuine Squier by Fender® guitar with the roar of a Marshall amplifier.

Includes Gig Bag, Strap, Cable and guitar picks.

ESP are the world’s premier metal guitar company. Get started with the Metal shape of your choice!

with FRee haRd d case

CODE : ARIAK45 / RC10608B

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KALANI K200 UKULELE

colouRs available

FEN031000../ MRMG15CFR / RB20516 / RCL30203D6 / RSTNBROCKSTRAP

looKing FoR something a little diFFeRent?

ESPLMPACK / ESPLVIPPACK / ESPLECPACK / ESPLFPACK

noRmally $275

noRmally $498

noRmally $487

noRmally $499

$249

$349

$399

$399

lispideRiv15

save $149

save $88

save $100

WWW.rockShoP.co.NZ | For more information about any of these products please see us in-store or visit our website. Finance & Layby available. All prices include GST.

OVERDRIVE / DISTORTION

COMPRESSORS

PHASERS

cRowtheR hot caKe

mxR dyna comp

Red witch deluxe moon phaseR

This incredible pedal, handmade in our own backyard by former Split Enz drummer Paul Crowther, is not only a legend here in NZ, but enjoys an almost mythical status in the worldwide boutique market.

Literally thousands of top 40 recordings have been laced with the Dyna Comps sultry, squishy tone. Still incredibly popular after 30 years.

The pedal that put NZ’s own Red Witch company on the global map. Fantastic lush phasing with stunning good looks.

NormALLy $199

$269 CROhOtCaKE

boss ds-1 distoRtion

$119 $89 BOSDS1

THE bIGGEST SELLING STomp box EvEr!

gaRagetone dRivetRain

LEGAL CLoNE of THE rEvErENd drIvETrAIN

boss bd-2 blues dRiveR

$189 $149 BOSBD2

ExTrEmELy TrANSpArENT-SouNdING od

Red witch scaRlett oveRdRive THE worLd’S fIrST rECHArGEAbLE od

$175 RWSSSOD

boss bc-2 combo dRive

$229 $179 BOSBC2

vox® AC30 ToNE-IN-A-box

visual sound v2 Route 808

$199

ImprovEd TS-STyLE CIrCuIT

vSv2Rt808

ews little bRute dRive

$199

mINI-SIZE drIvE pEdAL

XOtEWSLBD

Fulltone ocd

$419

mXREPmm102

RWmPDL

boss cs-3 comp/sustaineR

$159 $129 BOSCS3

THE SESSIoN pLAyEr’S STANdArd

xotic sp compRessoR

$239

ComprESSor wITH AdjuSTAbLE bLENd

XOtSPCOmP

ehx blacK FingeR

$399

TubE-powErEd opTICAL ComprESSor

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tc electRonic moJomoJo od

$249

A vEry vErSATILE ovErdrIvE wITH mojo

tC960710001

visual sound v2 open Road

$249

TrANSpArENT ANd rESpoNSIvE ovErdrvE

mxR phase 90

$229 $149 mXREPmm101

THE moST fAmouS pHASEr of ALL

ehx small stone nano

CompACT pHASEr wITH HuGE SouNd

$169 EhXPhaSERNaNO

boss ph3 phase shiFteR

$249 $199 BOSPh3

fuNky, CuTTING vErSATILE pHASEr

HI-GAIN

DELAY

blacKstaR ht-metal

tc electRonics FlashbacK delay

The Blackstar HT Metal pedal has 2 channels of extremely high-gain distortion, and is powered by an actual 12AX7 tube running at high voltage. Massive metal tone, with amplike feel.

Not only does the Flashback sound fantastic in ALL of its modes, you can also download and wirelessly stream Toneprints® from your favourite artists directly into the pedal.

$259 $229 FmPOCD

THE worLd’S fAvourITE “bouTIQuE” dIST

NormALLy $329

$379

$299

BShtmEtaL

BShtmEtaL

vSv2OROD

mesa boogie Flux dRive

$269

orGANIC ovErdrIvE To fLuId LEAd ToNES

mesa boogie gRid slammeR morE muSCuLAr TS-STyLE pEdAL

$129 vSgtDtOD

$139

bruTAL, CruSHING dISTorTIoN!

$269

boss mt-2 metal zone

mBFPgRIDSLammERX

maxon od808 oveRdRive

SAmE CIrCuIT AS THE LEGENdAry TS808

xotic bb pReamp

mId-HIGH GAIN AmpLIkE dISTorTIoN

xotic ac boosteR

ovErdrIvE/booST, wArm wITH AN EdGE

Fulltone plimsoul

HIGH-GAIN ovErdrIvE/dISTorTIoN

voodoo labs spaRKle dRive

TS-STyLE ovErdrIvE wITH dry SIGNAL bLENd

digitech death metal etal

mBFPFLUXDRIvEX

$279 maXOD808

$279 XOtBBPRE

$279 XOtaCBOOSt $319 $279 FmPPLS

$349 vLSPaRKLE

$129 $89 DIgDDmPED

gaRagetone axle gRease delay A fAr bETTEr dELAy THAN ITS prICE TAG

boss dd3 digital delay

$249 $199 BOSDD3

$259 $199 morE kNobS THAN you CAN SHAkE A STICk AT! mXREPmm116

caRbon copy analog delay

$399 $299 mXRm169

visual sound v2 son oF hyde

boss Re20 space echo

$439 $369 BOSRE20

$189 $149 BOSmt2

ExTrEmELy vErSATILE mETAL dISTorTIoN

mxR FullboRe metal

AN ExTrEmELy orGANIC HIGH-GAIN dISTorTIoN

tc electRonic daRK matteR

dISTorTIoN wITH ToNEprINT® TECHNoLoGy

dIGITAL rE-CrEATIoN of roLANd’S orIGINAL

$249

line 6 dl4 delay

$399

ehx deluxe memoRy man

$649

$299 mBFPthROttLEBOXX

Red witch Famulus distoRtion HIGH-CLASS HIGH-GAIN from NZ’S owN

rArE GENuINE ANALoG dELAy by mxr

vSv2SOh

tC960720001

mesa boogie thRottle box wITH TrAdEmArk mESA EQ “SCoop”

$199

THE INduSTry STANdArd dELAy pEdAL

$419 RWFamULUS

dELAy THAT rEvoLuTIoNISEd THE INduSTry

THIS pEdAL IS THE EArLy u2 ToNE

LIDL4

EhXDLXmEmmaN

hughes & KettneR Replex mK ii

$999

TubE powErEd TApE ECHo EmuLATIoN

DUAL OVERDRIVE

fUZZ

CHORUS

xotic bb plus

Fulltone 69 mKii Fuzz

boss ce-5 choRus ensemble

Probaby the most versatile OD pedal we sell.

This dual stage pedal can conjure up any sound from light grit to raging metal and anywhere in between.

Fuzzface-style circuits are really hard to make, due to the fussy nature of germanium transistors. Mike Fuller hand matches pairs of New Old Stock germanium transistors to create this eraaccurate fuzz pedal.

$149

hUg1005284

CHoruS pEdAL

ehx small clone nano

$149

kurT CobAIN’S CHoruS pEdAL of CHoICE

EhXNaNOCLONE

tc electRonic coRona choRus

$249

CHoruS wITH dowNLoAdAbLE ToNEprINTS®

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visual sound v2 liquid choRus our LuSHEST SouNdING CHoruS pEdAL

$379

$269

Fulltone FulldRive 2 mosFet

THE orIGINAL duAL-STAGE ovErdrIvE pEdAL

Fulltone gt500

duAL STAGE CIrCuIT wITH INduCTor EQ

visual sound v2 JeKyll & hyde duAL TS-STyLE od w/HIGH GAIN dISTorTIoN

cRowtheR double hot caKe 2 HoTCAkES IN oNE. ‘Nuff SAId

REVERB digitech haRdwiRe Rv7 ReveRb

FmP69mKII $299 $269 FmPFD2mOS

electRo haRmonix big muFF pi

$329 $279 FmPgt500

visual sound v2 angRy Fuzz

$299 vSv2Jh

$499 CRODOUBLEhOt

fuZZALICIouS!

ANGry, SpITTING, NASTy fuZZ ToNE

Fulltone catalyst

brILLIANT fuZZ/ovErdrIvE HybrId pEdAL

tech 21 boost Fuzz

ANALoG fuZZ pEdAL wITH CLEAN booST

$249 vSv2LC

NormALLy $299

XOtBBPLUS

$149 vSgtagD

rEvErb pEdAL

$169 EhXBIgmUFFPI

$199 vSv2aF $279 $259 FmPCt1

$299 tECBStF

$279 tc electRonics hall oF Fame

$0 $249 tC960660001

rEvErb wITH dowNLoAdAbLE ToNEprINTS®

boss Rv5 ReveRb

$299 $249 BOSRv5

fLExIbLE ANd buLLETproof

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New PRODUCTS

bLaCKSTaR iD-SeRieS

coming soon to a RocKshop neaR you!

The boffins at Blackstar have finally achieved the impossible! A fully analogue (no digital modelling), programmable solid-state amplifier that delivers the tone and feel of a tube amp – without the usual cost and weight that usually comes associated with tube amps. The patentpending TVP (True Valve Power) control allows the amp to respond like six different power tube styles – 6L6, EL84, 6V6, EL34, KT66 and KT88.

Add this to its powerful front-end tone shaping, built-in effects and full integration with your PC or Mac and you have one very powerful amp with tone that is really quite impressive. In stock now as a 60w combo, 60w head or 100w head.

More models coming soon!

DimaRZiO SiGNaTURe PiCKUPS Just landed!

DiMarzio continue their 40 year history of being the original replacement pickup manufacturer by adding new signature model pickups for two of the world’s most significant guitarists.

TOSiN abaSi

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Tosin Abasi (Animals as Leaders) is simply one of the finest guitarists on the planet and has almost singlehandedly popularised the 8-String guitar. His new Ionizer® signature pickups deliver warm and open tone, whilst staying tight and delivering high output. In splitcoil mode they deliver authentic Strat® tone.

STeve LUKaTHeR The new Transition® humbucker pickups are designed for Steve Lukather (Toto) and are the same as those found in his new Ernie Ball/Music Man Luke III signature guitar. They are designed to sound vintage and organic, but with a tougher in-your-face tone.

CLiff bURTON SiGNaTURe baSS new bass announced by aRia

Over the years, many people have asked about the classic Aria Pro Black ‘n Gold I bass that was Cliff’s iconic instrument of choice and now Aria Guitars of Japan is proud to introduce the Aria Pro II Cliff Burton Signature Bass this month.

Working with Cliff’s family and our guitar techs, attention was paid to every detail. The bass was officially launched at Winter NAMM in Anaheim, CA January 24-27, 2013.

RRP $7,999

GODiN CORe SeRieS tRy one today

Read the spec list of Godin’s new CORE series guitars and it looks impressive.

Chambered mahogany body (with maple cap), set neck, 24-3/4” scale, Graphtech Resomax bridge and outstanding Godin or Seymour Duncan pickups. Hold one in your hands and you realise that this is a serious and beautiful guitar that holds its own with any of the “big name” guitars. Look at the price tag and you’re scratching your head wondering how a North American made (Canada actually) guitar can be this good and so affordable.

Frankly, we don’t know how they do it either – all we know is that we love them.

You MUST try one of these guitars today!

Available in Humbucker or P90 versions.

XOTiC SP COmPReSSOR SSOR Just landed!

Compressor pedals often don’t get a lot of attention, although they are a must for any serious guitarist.

The new SP Compressor by Xotic Effects is a mindblowingly good compressor. Its controls (including internal ATTACK control) are extremely flexible, and its circuit is based on the legendary Ross Compressor of the 1970s. Undoubtedly though, its finest feature is the top mounted BLEND control that allows you to mix your dry guitar sound in with the compressed tone. A true professional’s compressor pedal.

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GibSON & maRSHaLL CeLebRaTe

50 YEARS Of LOUD!

The year was 1962, the Beatles made their TV debut and K-Mart hit the department store scene, but more importantly, Jim Marshall gave birth to the most iconic Guitar Amplifier brand ever. Now 50 years on, it is perfectly clear to see that Marshall Amplifiers would go on to help shape modern Rock’n’Roll music as we know it. Jim Marshalls very first Amp - built due to popular demand from the local musicians who frequented his small London Drum shop - was the now legendary JTM-45. It was simply 45 Watts of pure raw Valve power, and it had a distinctive sound that the innovative guitarists of that era had been searching for.

aged by the legendary Tom Murphy) and 1962LE Bluesbreaker 2X12 combo!

Only fifty sets have been made worldwide, and these are strictly available only through a very select network of distributors. With special commemorative details and accessories, this very limited set a must for any true collector. limited edition maRshall 50th anniveRsaRy (seRial #03) gibson les paul goldtop and maRshall bluesbReaKeR combo

Legend has it, in the mid 60s a young aspiring Blues Rock guitarist by the name of Eric Clapton requested an amp from Jim that would fit in the boot of his car yet still be powerful enough to use on stage. Eric was already using an equally important development in Rock history - and what would become the most iconic guitar of all time, the Gibson ‘Les Paul’.

The ‘Les Paul’ had quickly established itself throughout the 50s in the Blues and Jazz scene for its ease of play, warm powerful tone, and seemingly magical sustain. These original 1950s Gibson Les Pauls - in particular the famous 1957 Goldtop - are still considered to be some of the most valuable and sought after guitars of all time and were the guitar of choice for many aspiring players leading the charge in the new and exciting era of music during the early 1960s.

Upon Eric’s suggestion, Jim set to work once again and it must have been fate that the ‘Marshall 1962’ combo amp was born. Once combined with Clapton’s much loved Gibson Les Paul, his new 1962 Combo Amp grunted a throaty growl that defined the ‘Bluesbreakers with Eric Clapton’ recording sessions - an iconic album that revolutionized the sound of Blues and Rock, and aptly furnished the Marshall 1962 Combo Amp with the more widely known ‘Bluesbreaker’ nickname.

The 1962 Bluesbreaker Combo quickly became ‘the definitive Rock Amplifier’, arguably the most important model in Jim Marshall’s legacy, and one of the most valuable and collectable amplifiers of all time.

With the look and feel of a rare original 1957 Les Paul fully assured, Gibson goes all out to give the 50th Anniversary of Marshall Les Paul Goldtop the tone and performance of a prized vintage guitar. From select tonewoods, to PAF-style pickups, to trim details and playing feel, this custom Les Paul Goldtop faithfully captures the most desirable vintage Les Paul of all time making it the perfect partner to Marshall’s Limited Edition 50th Anniversary Bluesbreaker. This 1962LE Amp replica, reproduced with Aluminium chassis, 2 X Alnico T.652 speakers, hand wired Tag Board, rare pinstripe fret cloth and 2 X KT66 power tubes is simply the ultimate in tone for any lover of Blues or Rock guitar.

To celebrate 50 Years of the most influential marriage of guitar and amplifier in the history of rock, Gibson Custom shop and Marshall Amplification are proud to introduce the very Limited Edition 50th Anniversary ‘matched set’ of a special “Marshall Edition” Les Paul 57 Custom Goldtop (factory hand

The NZ Rockshop are extremely proud to bring to you the matched set Serial Number 3. It will likely be the most sought after Guitar and Amp set that New Zealand has ever seen, and embraces a true slice of commemorative history. For expressions of interest, contact us at sales@rockshop.co.nz.

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baSSeS & amPLifieRS SeCTiON

THe aLieNS Have LaNDeD new alien basses by waRwicK The Alien fills the gap between the double bass and the electric bass. It provides a wealth of new opportunities for expression and adds an extra dimension to the musician’s domain.

Unusual styling in the convenient cutaway, the off-centre asymmetric soundhole, add to the uniqueness of the overall shape and warm tones of this acoustic model. The top and body are both laminated for increased durability in stage use.

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ENCORE E20 SHORT SCALE BASS

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A great bass for beginners.

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A versatile, well-made bass with a comfortable neck contour. Available in Black, Blue Shade, Red Shade and Silver finishes.

Vintage basses use genuine Wilkinson hardware, tuners and pickups for added tone and response and ease of playability.

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WARWICK 300W RIG SPECIAL

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Behringer Ultrabass BVT4500H Classic 550W Bass Amplifier Head. Paired with the Behringer Ultrabass BB410 High-Performance Bass Cabinet.

The Marshall MB450H is a powerhouse amp head for your bass. Paired with the MBC410 Cabinet that delivers clear low-end tones.

This 600 W 4 Ohm speaker cabinet also has a HF horn.

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baSSeS & amPLifieRS SeCTiON

waRwiCK jONaS HeLLbORG signatuRe ampliFication

Legendary bassist Jonas Hellborg joined forces with Warwick to create a line of amplifiers and speaker cabinets that are truly unique and unlike anything you have ever experienced before. The keystone to this series is the Hellborg Preamp. Designed around the amazing recording decks of the 70s, the Hellborg Preamp provides bassists with a high-definition sonic experience that is both warm and well defined. Great sound, great flexibility and great aesthetics. This could very well be the single piece of gear that helps to unlock the sound you have been hearing inside you for all these years...

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STERLING RAY5

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WARWICK xTREME PRO BASS RIG

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Gallien Krueger 700RB Mark II 480w (4ohms) Bi-Amp Bass Head. Paired with the GK 115MBX is a 200W, 1 x 15� bass cabinet designed to give you optimum bass response and clarity.

A great bass sound with punch, detail and clarity to rival any rig, with a Premium AA Marine Grade Baltic Birch Cabinet and Aviation Style Bracing.

Professional Xtreme 10.1 Solid State head with inexhaustible power and dynamic reserves paired with 2x WCA411pro Cabs. Plenty of bass with fast response and well-defined mids.

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baCK TO SCHOOL SPeCiaLS & PaCKaGeS START ON A GOOD NOTE THIS YEAR WITH THESE fANTASTIc SPEcIALS & PAcKAGES

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ARIA IGB35 PACKAGE

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CHRIS MAC Originally from Darwin, Australia, Chris Mac now lives in Dunedin, with his wife and young daughter. A longstanding punk rocker turned hip-hop, soul and dubstep convert, Chris handles bass and synth duties for Six60. He brings the high-energy vibe of punk along for the ride, interspersed with a focused approach drawn from time spent playing music professionally in Australia. Staunchly community oriented, but far from authoritarian, Chris is all about family and friends, good laughs, good vibes and good times.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO UP AND COMING BASSISTS? Don’t limit yourself to just playing one kind of music, learn from everything, everyone and most importantly - make people feel something.

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE THIS SET-UP? Nothing beats the punch of a Stingray through an Ampeg rig. I’m influenced by a lot of punk/post punk bands and I want my sound to be a fuller interpretation of those sounds. The Moogs are great because to me it doesn’t just feel like I’m playing bass on a keyboard. They have the feel, timbre and the responsiveness so I can translate energy/mood etc... like I would with a bass guitar, which is really important to me.

HOW DO YOU DESCRIBE YOUR PLAYING STYLE? I’m a ‘feel’ player. I try to find the groove of the song and then create something almost melodic within that (without being too showy). I try and complement the vocals/guitar hooks/drum groove which sometimes lets me find interesting lines and sometimes it means laying out a simple, solid rhythm. Whatever best serves the song.

WHAT DREW YOU TO ERNIE BALL BASSES? A lot of my favourite sounding bassists and bands used Ernie Ball (At The Drive In, early RHCP, MxPx, Fugazi, RATM, etc) and I wanted to emulate that feel with my own personality.

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE THE MODELS THAT YOU HAVE? The ‘84 is so great. It plays like a classic, sounds like a classic and looks like a classic. Hard to beat. Pretty much the whole album was recorded with that bass. The new Stingray was a tough decision. It took DAYS of trying each bass over and over again (Kudos to the staff at Rockshop for their patience).

But in the end, this one made me play better, it’s very responsive and has beautiful tone. It wasn’t the model I went in for but its easily one of the best basses I’ve ever played.

WHAT WAS THE HIGHLIGHT Of 2012 fOR YOU? 2012 was a whirlwind for us. Sell out shows throughout Europe, UK, Australia and USA. Taking home six awards for our album which sold triple platinum. 2012 will be a life highlight.

WHAT PLANS DO YOU HAVE fOR 2013?

We are knee deep in writing our second album and we’ll be heading over to the states and Europe again soon. We’ll just keep working as hard as we always have.

WHAT IS YOUR MOST IMPORTANT MUSIC TIP? Not exactly a ‘tip’ but growing up I listened to a lot of classical music and learned about the imagery that’s possible in music even without lyrics.

The aim is to paint pictures, colours and shapes rather than just create organised noise.

DO YOU HAVE A PREfERENCE WHEN IT COMES TO STRINGS? I really like using Ernie Ball Hybrid-Slinky. It can handle getting a beating and has the extra heaviness for a more soulful sound when needed.

DOES YOUR APPROACH CHANGE WHEN PLAYING LIVE AS TO RECORDING IN THE STUDIO? I don’t find a massive difference between studio or live. In a live show there’s obviously a lot more room to improvise, using the energy of the crowd in your playing although in saying that, I always try to create as much emotion, feel and energy when I’m recording something in the studio as well. I guess the main difference is when recording you are as disciplined as possible because that bass line is going to be on CD forever and I don’t want to cringe every time I hear it.

BESIDES HOLDING DOWN THE LOW END fOR THE BAND, DO YOU HOLD DOWN ANY OTHER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES ?

There’s not too many clearly defined roles in the band. I enjoy and work well with arrangements and production. That’s something I’d like to get involved in more. I also run the Six60 Twitter account because I’m the only one that really cares about Twitter (laughs).

GEAR LIST • • • • •

‘84 Ernie Ball Musicman Stingray 4-string Limited Edition ErnieBall Musicman Stingray (4 string) Ampeg SVT Vintage Reissue head Ampeg SVT Anniversary Bass Cabinet A handful of pedals: Hot Cake, Holy Grail, MXR Bass Octave, Memory Boy Deluxe, Cry Baby, Lily Boost.

• MiniMoog Voyager Performer Synthesizer • Moog Little Phatty Synthesizer

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DRUmS & PeRCUSSiON SeCTiON

MAPEx MERIDIAN THE RAVEN LTD EDITION dRum Kit shells only

LUGWIG EPIC x-OVER dRum Kit shells only

The Raven is the first in a series of Meridian Black kits with “Player Designed” features directly filling the needs of the modern rock drummer. This Special Edition drum set will be limited in quantity, specific in its configuration, and unique in its look. The rich Birch/Maple shells crank out low and dark tones with a balanced attack.

A series of drums crafted for every player from the gigging workhorse to the seasoned pro. Shells of Walnut/Maple/Walnut Inner and Outer, Poplar Core, 3-ply Reinforcement Rings.

Segmented shell crafting is an exciting concept that incorporates the dark quality of Walnut inner/outer plies fused with the warmth of North American Maple inner/outer plies to create a whole new tonal as well as visual experience.

CODE : MXMK528SFBZ

CODE : LUDLRX2

NORMALLY $1,899

ouR pRice

$1,499

NORMALLY $2,499

ouR pRice

SAVE $400

$1,999 SAVE $500

SONOR ASCENT

GRETSCH MAPLE RENOWN

The Sonor Ascent series marks the revival of the famous Beech shell construction that has been a trademark of Sonor throughout the decades. Equipped with the latest features and technology, the Ascent series is the perfect symbiosis between the Select Force and ProLite series of Drum sets.

Projects a warm, distinctively Gretsch sound, the Renown series offers incredible tone by retaining classic Gretsch features. Attributes include USA Rock Maple shells, 30-degree bearing edges, diecast hoops, GTS suspension systems and Silver Sealer interior finishes.

CODE : SONASC11

CODE : GRERN

dRum Kit with haRdwaRe

NORMALLY $3,999

ouR pRice

$2,999 SAVE $1,000

dRum Kit shells only

NORMALLY $4,499

ouR pRice

$2,999 SAVE $1,500

GRETSCH NEW CLASSIC dRum Kit shells only

Retro looks combined with hip innovations. Featuring proportionate Gretsch-formula maple shells, this drum-set produces a vintage Gretsch tonality while giving these drums their own distinctive sound. Classy appointments include vintage styled tube lugs, the very low mass “ITS” integrated tom suspension system and 9025 hinged tom and floor tom leg brackets.

CODE : GRENCZZ

NORMALLY $4,899

ouR pRice

$3,799 SAVE $1,100

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highly poRtable FoR the metRopolitan pRoFessional The true originals never really go out of style; they just improve with age. Created to be highly portable for the drummer on the go, Ludwig’s new Atlas Classic Series Hardware is precision engineered for higher function and increased durability. The simple, light-weight approach of our original flat-based stands is enhanced with modern appointments, while retaining the core elements of their predecessors.

Flat-based stRaight cymbal stand ATLAS CLASSIC SErIES

single bass dRum pedal

$289

ATLAS CLASSIC SErIES

LUDLaC14FP

Flat-based hihat stand ATLAS CLASSIC SErIES

$229

ATLAS CLASSIC SErIES

saddle thRone

LUDLaC16hh

ATLAS CLASSIC SErIES

$149

Round thRone

Flat-based snaRe stand ATLAS CLASSIC SErIES

Flat-based boom cymbal stand

LUDLaC21SS

ATLAS CLASSIC SErIES

$129 LUDLaC25CS

$149 LUDLaC35BCS

$279 LUDLaC48th

$249 LUDLaC49th

PEARL MASTERS CUSTOM MCx

ROLAND TD15KV

Never before has the legendary Masters sound been available to so many. Masters MCX features the same 6 ply Maple shells, and Masters quality drum hardware featured on Pearl’s high end models.

With the TD15KV, drummers can now experience flagship SuperNATURAL performance, authenticity, and expression in a more affordable and compact format.

CODE : PEMCX92

CODE : ROLTD15KV

dRum Kit with haRdwaRe

NORMALLY $4,499

ouR pRice

$3,499 SAVE $1,000

DRUmS & PeRCUSSiON SeCTiON

aTLaS CLaSSiC SeRieS HaRDwaRe

electRonic dRum Kit

NORMALLY $4,699

ouR pRice

$3,999 SAVE $700

SONOR BEECH INfINITE SPECIAL EDITION dRum Kit shells only

This limited run unites State-Of-The-Art Quality, Craftsmanship, Sound, and a compelling new lacquering process that nobody has done before in the drum industry. In a complex lacquering process, all of the “Beech Infinite” shells are finished with a special “SoftTouch” paint by hand. The result is a unique, velvet-like shell surface.

CODE : SONSSEINFIN22BK

NORMALLY $5,999

ouR pRice

$4,499 SAVE $1,500

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baCK TO SCHOOL SPeCiaLS & PaCKaGeS START ON A GOOD NOTE THIS YEAR WITH THESE fANTASTIc SPEcIALS & PAcKAGES

DRUMSHOP DRUMKIT

SONOR SMART fORCE

GRETSCH RENEGADE

PEARL TARGET

Our most popular drum kit.

Excellent drumkit for beginners.

Includes hardware and throne.

All size options at this great price.

Designed especially for beginners at an uncompromisingly attractive price. Includes hardware & Zildjian Planet Z Cymbals 14” HiHats/18” Crash-Ride.

The Gretsch Renegade is a kit designed specifically for the entry-level drummer and packed with value. Includes hardware and Sabian SBR Cymbals 14” HiHats/18” Crash-Ride.

Pearl Target offers a high quality, great performing drum kit package. Includes hardware & Sabian SBR Cymbals 14” HiHats/18” Crash-Ride.

noRmally $1,239

noRmally $1,229

noRmally $1,429

with cymbals

noRmally $699

with sabian cymbals

with sabian cymbals

$499

$899

$999

$999

mx52ah

sonsmF / pz1418

gReRge625 / sbR2pK

petg / sbR2pK

MAPEx HORIZON

with zildJian cymbals

Stunning wrap/lacquer finishes with Birch blended shells.

Includes hardware and Zildian Planet Z Cymbals 14” HiHats/16” Crash/20” Ride.

PEARL fORUM

with sabian cymbals

The Forum comes with ISS tom mounts, rugged double braced hardware including throne & Sabian SBR Cymbals 14” HiHats/16” Crash/20” Ride.

MAPEx MERIDIAN MAPLE

with zildJian cymbals

Meridian’s six-ply maple shells offer warmth and remarkable tone. Complete with 700 series hardware & Zildjian ZBT Cymbals 14” HiHats/16” Crash/ 20” Ride.

PEARL VISION BIRCH with sabian cymbals

Vision’s six-ply birch shells deliver a dynamically balanced sound. Complete with 900 series hardware & Sabian B8 Cymbals 14” HiHats/ 16” Crash/20” Ride.

noRmally $1,729

noRmally $2,119

noRmally $2,799

noRmally $2,849

$1,199

$1,299

$1,899

$2,199

mxhzb6 / pz4pK

peFzh7 / sbRpeRF

mxmp52 / zbtc4p

pevb / b8peRF

ZILDJIAN / REMO

MAPEx SNARE DRUM

REMO MONDO

MEDELI DD-501

Features a responsive playing surface, solid base and 8mm mounting insert to enable attachment to the Remo Practice Pad stand.

Great beginners Snare Drum.

14”x5.5” Chrome Steel Shell, 8 Lugs.

The Mondo Cajon is manufactured in Spain by the leading craftsmen in the industry and is designed to create the most sophisticated snare effects and rich bass tones.

Best quality entry level electronic drum kit at a fantastic price.

pRactice pad & stand

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with zildJian cymbals

steel shell

caJon

electRonic dRumKit

noRmally $99

noRmally $189

noRmally $399

noRmally Rmally $ $799 799

$69

$149

$349

$649

zilp1201 / Remst100810 100810

mxvs455s

RemcJ612900

meddd501

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PRACTICE PADS

PEDALS

ACCESSORIES

zildJian

peaRl p902tw

moongel m

12” prACTICE pAd

TwIN pEdALS

dAmpEr pAdS dA

The PowerShifter P-902TW double pedal features heavier Duo Beaters, Eliminator inspired looks with a single chain and new super responsive round cams.

This 12” Practice Pad features a responsive playing surface, solid base and 8mm mounting insert to enable attachment to cymbal stand.

Moongel Dampening Gels allow you to effectively control unwanted overtones. Designed to be versatile tone modifiers, these self-adhesive gels stick to the surface of drums, cymbals, and most percussion instruments.

$329 PEP902tW

gibRaltaR 3311s SINGLE pEdAL

peaRl p900

$129

mapex RaptoR

$249

SINGLE pEdAL

$49

drIvE drIvE - SINGLE pEdAL

axis deReK Roddy

ZILP1202

LASEr - TwIN pEdALS

meinl JawbReaKeR 6” prACTICE pAd

$24 mLmPP6JB

Remo pRactice putty prACTICE pAd

$24 REmRt100152

vateR woRKout

$24

prACTICE pAd

vtvWP

zildJian

$29

6” prACTICE pAd

ZILP1201

ahead

$49

7” prACTICE pAd

$51 REmRt0006

Remo

8” prACTICE pAd

$59 REmRt0008

vateR chop buildeR 12” prACTICE pAd

$59 vtvCB12S2

Remo

10” prACTICE pAd

PEP900

mXP900D

$1,499

$68 REmRt0010

$13 ahmg

aXISDRa212

ahead gRip tape

THRONES

$9

for drum STICkS - pAIr

peaRl d790

ahgt

gibRaltaR tRi-tool

drum THroNE

drum kEy

If you’re looking for an affordable-yetcomfortable drum throne, check out the D790 from Pearl.

zildJian

$89

QuICk rELEASE HIHAT CLuTCH

$9 gIBSCgtK

$10

CymbAL CLEANING poLISH

ZILP1300

gibRaltaR

$24 gIBSCQRhhC

zildJian

PED790

$29

STANdArd drumSTICk bAG

ahPS

Remo

6” prACTICE pAd

$64 gIB3311S

gibRaltaR 5608 drum THroNE

mapex t561a drum THroNE

mapex t750a drum THroNE

peaRl RoadsteR drum THroNE

$79

ZILt3255

KicKpoRt sound poRt

gIB5608

for bASS drum

$119

hq sound oFF pads

$59 KICKPORt1

$139

mXt561a

12/13/16/22/Sd pACk

$149

dRum dial

$149

zildJian

$149

mXt750a

$199 PED1000N

hQSOSEtStD

prECISIoN drum TuNEr

DDIaL

CymbAL SAfE

ZILP1700

MULTIRODS/BRUSHES/MALLETS

CYMBAL STANDS

DRUMHEADS

vateR splashsticKs

gibRaltaR cymbal aRm

muLTIrodS - pAIr

wITH CLAmp

Remo empeRoR x

Vater’s original Splashstick, constructed from Bamboo dowels.

The Bamboo offers superb durability and some added weight for a solid feel, without excess volume. Bamboo is also the fastest growing plant on Earth, making this a very eco-friendly percussion product.

Gibraltar SC-GCA Grabber Cymbal Arm, boom arm with clamp

The EMPEROR X is the thickest snare head ever made by REMO. It was changed into a production item after more and more artists began ordering them as custom heads.

$49 gIBSCgCa

peaRl ch70 mini boom wITH CLAmp

mapex b500

$34

vic FiRth Rute muLTIrodS -pAIr

zildJian sdm1 muLTIrodS -pAIr

pRomaRK tb3 telescopic wIrE bruSHES - pAIr

pRomaRK bRoomsticKs muLTIrodS -pAIr

vateR acousticKs muLTIrodS -pAIr

vic FiRth steve gadd wIrE bruSHES - pAIr

pRomaRK peRFoRmeR seRies TImpANI mALLETS - pAIr

vateR t6 classic g maple TImpANI mALLETS - pAIr

$29 PmCRODS

$34 vFRUtE

$99 mXB500

mapex b700

$129

peaRl b1000

$149

CymbAL boom STANd

muLTIrodS -pAIr

$49 PECh70

CymbAL boom STANd

CymbAL boom STANd

vtvSPS

pRomaRK cool Rods

14” S SNArE drumHEAd - CoATEd

mXB700

$37 REmBX011410

PEB1000

Remo ambassadoR snaRe side

PERCUSSION

14” SNArE drumHEAd - CLEAr

lp matt soRum

Remo ambassadoR

pErCuSSIoN pACk

14” SNArE drumHEAd - CoATEd

Velvet Revolver’s Matt Sorum’s pack contains a tambourine, cowbell, jam block, and a Mini Everything Rack.

evans g1 poweR centeR

PmtB3

$229

14” SNArE drumHEAd - CoATEd

$37

LP1208mS

Remo poweRstRoKe 3

$34 ZILSmD1

$36

14” SNArE drumHEAd - CoATEd rEvErSE doT

evans supeR tough dRy

14” SNArE drumHEAd - CoATEd

PmBRm

$44 vtvmaS

$44 vFSgWB

$49 PmPSt1

$59 vtvmt6

lp soFt shaKe SHAkEr

lp cyclops

drumSET TAmbourINE - bLACk

lp Jam blocK rEd - Low pITCH

lp RocK Ridge CowbELL

$34 LP441

$49 LP160

$49

evans g2 tom pacK 12/13/16 - CLEAr

Remo pinstRipe

22” bASS drumHEAd - CLEAr

evans eq3

LP1207

22” bASS drumHEAd - CLEAr

$76

Remo pRo pacK

LP008

12/13/16pS 14Am 22p3

Special prices valid until 31st March 2013, while stocks last. Range may vary between stores. Freight charges may apply for inter-store transfers for inspection. E&OE.

$25 REmSa0114

$29 REmBa0114

$34 EvB14g1RD

$34 EvB14StD

$40 REmP30114BP

$69 EvEtPg2CLRS

$77 REmPS1322

$95 EvBD22gB3

$199 REmPP0270PS

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fOR ONLy

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$119 LP PeRCUSSiON CLiNiC

with Raul ReKow and KaRl peRazzo oF santana

ONe NZ CLiNiC ONLy CHRiSTCHURCH 16TH maRCH

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Photo: Chiti Photography

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CHRIS ADLER (LAMB OF GOD)

feaTUReD aRTiST

RINGO’S ALL STARR BAND As the drummer in The Beatles, Ringo Starr has enjoyed a musical journey that defies comparison to any other player in history. Being a musically creative drummer, Starr’s contribution to their music has received high praise. Ringo has described himself as “your basic offbeat drummer with funny fills”. But his popularity brought forth a new paradigm where the drummer was seen as an equal participant in compositional aspect. Ringo composed unique, stylistic drum parts for the Beatles’ songs.

Ringo Starr has announced that he and his All Starr Band will tour New Zealand this February. The band line-up features Steve Lukather (Toto), Richard Page (Mr. Mister), Todd Rundgren, Mark Rivera, Greg Rolie (Santana & Journey) and Gregg Bissonette.

“The tour this summer in the US was just GREAT - I love playing with this band and I can’t wait to get back out and play with them again,” Ringo said. “I am looking forward to revisiting New Zealand and bringing the All Starrs. Peace & Love!”

NZ DaTeS:

CHRiSTCHURCH - CBS Canterbury Arena, Thursday 7th Feb aUCKLaND - Vector Arena, Saturday 9th Feb

RiNGO STaRR’S SeT-UP

Gregg Bissonette has become known as one of the most versatile drummers in the business, his broad experience ranging from big band, blues, and rock, to Latin, fusion, and much more. Gregg’s warm, easy-going down-to-earth manner is refreshing from one of the top drummers in the world. There are numerous top international acts Gregg has played for and he's currently holding down the other drum chair for Ringo's All Starr Band.

GReGG biSSONeTTe’S SeT-UP MAPEX orIoN SErIES DrUM ShELLS 24”x18” Bass Drum with Tom Mount, Remo Powerstroke 3 Coated batter.

12”x10” Mounted Tom Remo Emperor Coated batter, Remo Ambassador Clear resonant.

16”x16” Floor Tom with Remo Emperor Coated batter, Remo Ambassador Clear resonant.

14”x 6” Snare Drum with Remo CS White Dot Coated, Remo Ambassador Snare Side.

DW hArDWArE DW9000 Twin Pedals MAPEX hArDWArE HiHat Stand, Snare Stand Boom Stands, Throne

ZILDJIAN cYMBALS 20” A Zildjian Armand Ride 18” K Zildjian Dark Crash x2 18” A Custom Crash x2 14” A Zildjian Master Sound HiHats

LUDWIG USA LEGAcY cLASSIc DrUM ShELLS 24”x16” Bass Drum with tom mount, Remo Powerstroke 3 Coated batter.

13”x 9” Mounted Tom with Rims mounting system, Remo Ambassador Coated batter, Remo Ambassador Clear resonant.

16”x16” Floor Tom with Remo Ambassador Coated batter, Remo Ambassador Clear resonant.

14”x 6” Snare Drum with Remo CS White Dot Coated, Remo Ambassador Snare Side.

LUDWIG hArDWArE LM815 FPR Bass Drum Pedal LM 926 CS Straight Cymbal Stands LM 917 HH HiHat Stand LM922 SSL Snare Stand LM449 THB Throne LM450 TH Throne LM Single Tom Holder LM 463 XH Stationary HiHat w/ clamp

ZILDJIAN cYMBALS 20” A Zildjian Armand Ride 18” K Zildjian Dark Med/Thin Crash 16” K Zildjian Constantinople Crash 14” A Zildjian Master Sound HiHats 13” K Zildjian Master Sound HiHats

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SAT 16 MAR | POWERSTATION | AUCKLAND

THURS 21 FEB

Macklemore (known to his mother as Ben Haggerty) has been a mainstay on the Seattle FORSYTH BARR STADIUM hip hop scene since his high school days. An DUNEDIN addiction to prescription painkillers led to a fallow period in the mid 2000s, but when he cleaned up in 2008 he began collaborating LOGAN CAMPBELL CENTRE with Ryan Lewis which led to the eventual AUCKLAND release in 2012 of their highly acclaimed album The Heist, which floored critics and reached #1 on the US and Australian iTunes T OPERA HOUSE D OU sales charts. The hip-hop duo make their WELLINGTON SOL debut NZ appearance this February.

FRI 22 FEB

SAT 23 FEB

The most crucial figurehead in Ethiopia's recent musical history, Astatke is the central architect of Ethio-Jazz, a genre which blends Latin jazz and first wave soul and funk motifs with traditional Ethiopian musical ideas. Raised in Jimma, Ethiopia, but musically trained in London, New York and Boston, Astatke has been recording and performing since the 1960s. In that time, his vibraphone and percussion heavy soundworld has slowly, yet surely become a pivotal influence on a younger generation of musicians. The Godfather of Ethio-Jazz, Mulatu Astatke, Returns to the Powerstation stage in March.

This bona fide legend of the music game has been honing his craft now for the best part of 50 years. His recording career has now spanned parts of six different decades and spawned over 20 albums, and he’s had his songs recorded by Elvis Presley, Tina Turner, Ray Charles, Roy Orbison, Dusty Springfield, Tom Jones and Etta James, so he’s clearly no mug with a tune. Come along and join the festivities when the inimitable Tony Joe White hits New Zealand in March.

WED 20 MAR TSB THEATRE

THURS 21 MAR | POWERSTATION | AUCKLAND

NEW PLYMOUTH

THURS 21 MAR ST JAMES THEATRE

WELLINGTON

FRI 22 MAR OPERA HOUSE

HAWKES BAY

SAT 23 MAR

CLARENCE ST THEATRE

HAMILTON

SUN 24 MAR POWERSTATION

AUCKLAND

Few who were bewitched by Wilco's breakthrough album, 1995's Being There, would have thought the band would still be around some fifteen years later. While that album's scope and ambition was a clear signpost of things to come, the unassuming Chicago band led by Jeff Tweedy have gone on to create some of the noughties best music above and beyond the cul-de-sac marked 'Alt Country'.Their most recent album The Whole Love can be seen as a unification of these two markedly different Wilcos. Released on their own label dBpm, their eight album di proper has been hailed as both 'inventively avant garde' Krautrock-style glitch and spiky new wave-isms - and the most 'Wilco sounding' album in years.

FRI 5 APRIL | TOWN HALL | WELLINGTON SAT 6 APRIL | TOWN HALL | AUCKLAND

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iNTRODUCiNG

ROCKSHOP RADIO abOUT

ReQUeSTS

Rockshop Radio is an alternative radio station broadcasting to the central Auckland area, streaming to Rockshop stores across New Zealand and going out to all lovers of good music on the world wide web.

We will be setting up our Requests line early 2013.

Artists will also be able to submit music for Playlisting at this time. Stay tuned for more details...

We seek to inspire and entertain through programs that reflect the diversity of musical tastes that exists today.

We play the music you didnt know you wanted to hear.

We are transmitting by Low Powered FM Transmitter so reception may vary. If you can’t tune in via radio, tune in via the options below.

LiSTeN

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aUCKLaND CbD 107.1 fm STReam iT aT HTTP//:ROCKSHOP.STReamiT4.me

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

9am get the Funk Out - Soul, Funk & Rhythm & Blues 10am the Indie hour 11am hijack the Radio 12pm Recent Releases 1pm Forgotten gold music that Shaped history 2pm Under the Covers 3pm Rock the Flock 4pm Featured artist 5pm World Famous in New Zealand

9am the Indie hour 10am get the Funk Out - Soul, Funk & Rhythm & Blues 11am Live in Concert 12pm a Dose of the Blues 1pm Forgotten gold music that Shaped history 2pm album of the Week 3pm the alternative alternative 4pm Rock the Flock 5pm Under the Covers

9am the acoustic Revolution 10am get the Funk Out - Soul, Funk & Rhythm & Blues 11am So Damn Popular 12pm the Indie hour 1pm Forgotten gold music that Shaped history 2pm hijack the Radio 3pm the alternative alternative 4pm Requests 5pm Rock the Flock

9am 10am 11am 12pm 1pm

9am 10am 11am 12pm

2pm 3pm 4pm 5pm

the Indie hour World Famous in New Zealand Under the Covers Recent Releases Forgotten gold music that Shaped history Live in Concert the alternative alternative Rock the Flock Featured artist

1pm 2pm 3pm 4pm 5pm

the Indie hour Requests World Famous in New Zealand get the Funk Out - Soul, Funk & Rhythm & Blues Forgotten gold music that Shaped history album of the Week the alternative alternative hijack the Radio Rock the Flock

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THe aLTeRNaTive, aLTeRNaTive

mOOG m OOG SLim SLim PHaTTy PHa PH aTT a TTy R Review eview

JEREMY J EREMY TOY Jeremy Toy is a musician/producer from Auckland. He is a ‘Tui’ award winning producer whose work (engineering, album production or session playing) is featured on recordings with artists such as Opensouls, Tyra Hammond, David Dallas, Hollie Smith, Liam Finn, Ladi6, Julien Dyne, Mel Parsons and The Sami Sisters. Jeremy is currently working on a sophomore album for his band She’s So Rad. “I was never worried that synthesizers would replace musicians. First of all, you have to be a musician in order to make music with a synthesizer”.

BoB MooG I had the honour of meeting Bob Moog in 2003 when I attended the Red Bull Music Academy in Capetown S.A. Bob Moog came to the academy to do a talk on his life and on his latest Moog products. At that point in my life I had very little experience with synthesizers. Bob Moog ran us through the sections of one of his Voyager synthesizers and showed us what each section did. He always did this in a way that related back to playing music, even though he was dealing with electrical currents he never seemed to see the final outcome as an electrical current but instead as some kind of musical sound that could be heard coming from any instrument. It was this unique ability and forethought that Bob Moog possessed that lead him to become a pioneer of early musical synthesizer technology.

Layout on a Moog synthesizer is like no other. Moog make very intuitive products that take a very short time to learn and become acquainted with.

This is primary due to the philosophy and vision of Bob Moog. During the academy lecture Bob Moog spoke of this, “What we did musically here was to keep things as general as possible... this is not designed to make any specific sort of sound”. Applying this philosophy to one of the current products in the Moog line, the Slim Phatty, gives us a greater understanding of the great deal of time, thought and passion that has been put in to creating this machine.

One of the key features that was a crucial factor in deciding to purchase the Slim Phatty was its MIDI connectivity. I use the AKAI MPK49 and it took me only a matter or minutes to learn how to assign faders and knobs on the MPK to any parameter on the Slim Phatty. I have owned other rack style desktop synthesizers and have wasted countless hours, days even, trying to get the synthesizer to communicate properly with the MPK.

This is a very strong selling point for myself, I do not want to be in the studio struggling with routing issues, I want to be in the studio focusing on music and if I am going to be struggling with anything I want to be struggling with note phrasing.

Based on these two features, I purchased a Slim Phatty. It is at this point in the review that I have to discuss the sounds this synth can create. In a very basic breakdown of the Slim Phatty, it is a dual oscillator, monophonic, analogue, rack mounted synthesizer. At the heart of this machine is (poetic license) a decent amount of Bob Moog’s soul. By that, I mean it has the sound of a Moog synthesizer, every note you play on this machine is only possible because of the vision Bob Moog had. It is incredible how many sounds you can get out of such a seemingly simple synthesizer. Moog’s philosophy of keeping everything “as general as possible” really does ring true when you perform with a Moog synth. I have owned many different synthesizers and no other synth has taught me how to manipulate the waveforms and help understand what each parameter does like the Slim Phatty has. How does Moog achieve this? I believe it comes down to a few things; Very little information is hidden inside the unit, most parameters you will ever need are right in front of you. One push of a button and a twist of a knob is all it takes to hear something happening and it is very obvious what is happening at each turn as the sound coming out of the Slim Phatty is of the highest quality you could possibly hope for.

To sum up the Moog Slim Phatty, it is intuitive, solid, warm, exciting, alive and has the potential to get completely out of control in the coolest of ways possible.

MOOG SLIM PHATTY synthesizeR STD BLACK

$1,149

LTD WHITE

$1,249

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KeybOaRDS & SyNTHS SeCTiON

CASIO CTK1100

MEDELI M20

With piano style keys, 100 tones, 100 rhythms and 100 built in songs with Lesson Function, it’s a great entry level keyboard.

With 157 voices, demo songs and 100 rhythm styles the last of this stock is priced to go.

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61-note KeyboaRd

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CASIO CTK4200

CASIO CTK7000

With a piano style keyboard and realistic piano and acoustic instrument tones, this Casio keyboard sounds better than ever. Fun for all.

This hi-performance keyboard includes a sequencer and mixer functions.

It also has audio recording playback. Includes organ features.

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MEDELI DP268

CASIO Px150

With 88-note Hammer Action and 210 voices, this compact cabinetstyle digital piano is a steal. Limited stock available.

In a stylish black metallic finsh, this new digital with ivory and ebony keys offers the feel of a luxurious piano for a very affordable price.

88-note digital piano

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KeybOaRDS & SyNTHS SeCTiON

ROLaND a88 CONTROLLeR KeybOaRD the new weighted action contRolleR FRom caKewalK by Roland

With 88 pro-quality weighted keys, the A-88 sets a new standard for streamlined, portable MIDI controllers. Its Ivory Feel-G weighted keyboard — a trusted asset found on high-end Roland workstations and digital pianos — brings a new level of grand piano luxury to the portable MIDI controller market. But even with its premium keyboard, the A-88 remains slim, compact, and easy to transport.

For players looking for great weighted-keyboard action in a portable package, the A-88 is the best MIDI controller available.

Roland a88

THE NEw wEIGHTEd ACTIoN CoNTroLLEr kEyboArd

$1,099 ROLa88

ROLAND PRELUDE

ROLAND fP7

Affordable home entertainment which includes over 1000 tones.

It can be included in a rig or used on its own and sounds incredible.

Modern design and classic performance. Priced to move, with audio key features this is an amazing performance tool for the one man band.

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NORD STAGE 2 SW73

ROLAND HP307

With a semi-weighted waterfall action, this offers the competent player all they need in in a lightweight format.

With the ultimate in piano tone and expressivity, this classic model is priced to move for the buyer with an eye for quality.

73-note stage piano

88-note digital piano with weighted action

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MEDELI MC49A

CASIO CTK2200

MEDELI M5

CASIO CTK3200

With 132 tones and 100 rhythm styles this is a mid-sized keyboard that get the beginner started.

With better sounding tones than ever before, and a compact format, this will fit into any bedroom area with ease.

With 300 tones, Lesson Function and touch response keys, this has to be the best buy available for features.

Full-size touch response keys and modern computer connectivity.

One of the most popular beginner keyboards on the market.

49-note KeyboaRd with FRee stand

noRmally $249

61 note touch Respone KeyboaRd with FRee stand

61-note touch Repsonse KeybaoRd with FRee stand

noRmally $358

noRmally $308

$169

$279

$229

$349

medmc49a,qKt9

casctK2200,qKt10

medm5, qKt10

casctK3200,qKt10

noRmally $458

CASIO WK220

MEDELI MC780

ROLAND LUCINA

MEDELI SP5100

For the more accompilshed player, this 76-note keyboard offer 600 tones and layer features. For a little more you get a lot more!

With 203 rhythm styles and 559 tones packed into a smart design, this allows more freedom to play with its 76-note keyboard.

For portability and MP3 connectivity, this keyboard ticks all the boxes. For the performer in the family, this is a must!

With a contemporary style cabinet for the modern house, this weighted keyboard suits a lot of houshold budgets.

76-note touch Response KeyboaRd with FRee stand

noRmally $858

76-note touch Response KeyboaRd with FRee stand

noRmally $978

poRtable shouldeR synth with FRee headphones

noRmally $1,499

88-note weighted action with FRee headphone

noRmally $1,139

$599

$699

$899

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caswK220,qKt10

medmc780, qKt20 20

Rolax09,RolRh5

medsp5100,behpm1000

CASIO CDP120

ROLAND f120

88-note weighted action with FRee headphone

88-note cabinet style with FRee headphones

ROLAND RP301RW

ROLAND HP507

With weighted keys and a sleek new design this is an ideal entry level weighted action digital piano.

The stylish F120 is an ideal piano choice for piano players who want authentic sound and touch in a space saving cabinet.

The new RP301 is a perfect entry level piano for student with realistic sound and touch and a small footprint.

The SuperNATURAL Piano Sound Engine empowers pianists with a complete, immersive acousticpiano experience. Suitable for experienced students.

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RolF120,RolRh5

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Rolhp507,RolRh200

88-note weighted action with FRee headphone

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61-note KeyboaRd with FRee stand

WICKEDCHILL

88-note cabinet style with FRee headphones

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SyNTHeSiZeRS

miNimOOG vOyaGeR PeRfORmeR meR me R peRFoRmeR edition The Minimoog Voyager is the crowning achievement of synthesizer pioneer, Dr. Robert Moog. Originally released in 2002, it stands alone as the world’s most iconic analog synthesizer. The Minimoog Voyager Performer Edition fuses legendary Minimoog sound and looks with modern features.

peRFoRmeR edition

$5,999

mOOG LiTTLe PHaTTy STaGe ii limited edition gReen oR puRple The newest member of the Little Phatty family. Like the Stage and Tribute Edition before it, the Little Phatty Stage II puts the performer in control of a 100% analog signal path, two ultra stable Voltage Controlled Oscillators, a Voltage Controlled Filter and other versatile features like an external audio input, CV and KB gate inputs and a full MIDI controller.

little phatty stage ii

$2,199

mOOG miNiTaUR compact analog bass synthesizeR Minitaur is a powerful, compact Analog Bass Synthesizer that features a classic one knob per function design. Don’t be fooled by it’s size. Minitaur delivers all the growl, snarl and low end assosiciated with the Taurus family of Bass Synthesizers in a rugged performance package that is small enough to take with you anywhere.

minitauR

$949

mOOG eTHeRwave THeRemiN standaRd, plus & glow in the daRK models What is a Theremin? The Theremin is one of the oldest electronic instruments, and the only one known that you play without touching. Moving your hands in the space around its antennas controls pitch and volume. Like the Ethervox, the Etherwave is an authentic adaptation of inventor Leon Theremin’s original design.

theRemin standaR standaRd Rd

$699

glow in the daRK RK

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theRemin plus

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fOCUSRITE SCARLETT STUDIO

PROPELLERHEAD BONUS OffERS

Built around the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB 2.0 audio interface, Scarlett Studio also includes the studio-grade CM25 large-diaphragm condenser microphone, an XLR cable, and a pair of HP60 monitoring headphones, all finished in stunning red regalia, along with Cubase LE 6 recording and mixing software. The suite of recording, editing and processing software allows you to start making music straight out of the box.

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NATIVE INSTRUMENTS GUITAR RIG 5 KONTROL EDITION

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CODE : NAT21351

with mpd pads, FadeRs & Knobs - includes ableton live lite soFtwaRe Maximize musical ideas on-stage or in the studio with the Akai MPK49 performance controller. The Akai MPK49 ushers in a new era for USB/MIDI controllers by combining a high-quality, 49-key, semiweighted keyboard with aftertouch and 12 genuine MPC drum pads.

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ALESIS q25

25-Key usb midi contRolleR KeyboaRd w midi out incl. ableton live lite

The Q25 is a 25-note, velocitysensitive, MIDI keyboard controller with USB and traditional MIDI ports.

25-Key contRolleR w/ mpc pads & Knobs

With a 25-note keyboard, 8 back-lit, MPC-style pads and 8 Q-Link knobs, the MPK mini is the ultimate portable controller to get your music moving.

M-AUDIO PRO TOOLS VOCAL STUDIO

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The Vocal Studio transforms your PC or Mac into an easy-touse recording studio. Includes Pro Tools SE Software.

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includes pRoduceR usb mic & pRo tools se soFtwaRe

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$499

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$699

EDIPCR800

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My live set up has been Nord Stage and Logic Mainstage running on MacBook Pro since about 2007, sometimes with an extra Roland AX-7 keytar to drive MIDI to Mainstage if I run out of splits on the Nord Stage. I recently upgraded to the new Nord Stage 2 but decided to drop down from my previous 88-key behemoth to a more conveniently sized (and weighted) 76-key weighted version.

The new Nord is extremely good at replicating electric pianos and possesses an unbeatable organ engine. The grands are very good and this new model also allows for playing your own stored samples, which are playable from the newly-revamped synth engine (the configuration takes a while to get used to, but is worth the effort).

While I was picking up my new toy from the Rockshop my eye spotted the Maschine MKII. What a beaut’. Soon my fingers were straying over its 16 variable-coloured velocity sensitive pads and triggering sounds that I found were quickly tweakable inside of a quantize friendly sequencer. I began entertaining visions of building fat beats and cutting samples on the fly on tour, backstage or in the van. It was highly intuitive interface and for an MPC virgin like myself, that really means something. I opened my wallet and told the store clerk to take all my money.

My plan was to ditch Mainstage and the need for an extra keyboard input on tour and develop a skillset on the software/hardware hybrid platform Native Instruments offers in Maschine. It’s compact, sounds amazing and is instantly tweakable with no need for assigning hardware controls.

We ended up recording the debut AnikaBohHollie album over a month at the Lab Studios in Auckland. I had access to a great many excellent

vintage keyboards, organs and pianos, so I mainly used the Nord for its sample library (mellotrons / Solinas etc.) and its very clean modern synth capabilities.

All the keys either went through driven amps, outboard gear or foot pedals (and HEAPS of Roland Space Echo). I was never worried about recreating sonically complex parts for the live shows because I had very early on discussed with mix engineer, Andre Upston, about getting all the keyboard tracks back (post mix) as stereo WAV files for me to cut up and load into Maschine MKII. My aim was to make the live show as sonically spectacular as the album is. We spent a lot of time crafting and designing all the keys parts, so it makes sense to bring it all on stage when we have the capability to do so. Basically I’m sorted for the upcoming 22-show Winery Tour in February with the girls.

I’ve organised the Nord into splits covering all the least “produced” sounds and any parts that require a more nuanced “pianistic” approach.

All the other stabs, hooks and swells born of hours of studio tweaking are arranged in groups and scenes on the Maschine MKII, which is slaved to the Nord and switches scenes as I change patches on the Nord. The consensus for the live shows is to only utilize a click for count off and allow the songs to ebb and push throughout, much the same as was done in the studio. This means I have chopped up some of the longer recorded phrases and allowed some “tail” to teach sample to correct for minor tempo differences during performance.

I’ve been arranging my personal sample library on the MacBook to open seamlessly in Maschine, basically shortening the directory paths so work flow can be speeded up. My next bit of homework is to open Maschine as a plugin in Logic sessions and slave it to the Logic sequencer and vice versa. Luckily there are a thousand useful tutorials on YouTube to help me out... It’s 2013.

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MATT KELLER It is the job of the mixing engineer to make sure all instruments involved in a recording are appropriately discernible and that vocals are intelligible, both in the studio and in the live arena. This is no easy task considering you’re often dealing with multiple instruments all competing for the same areas of the frequency spectrum. Fortunately, we have several tools at our disposal to help us separate out the elements of the mix.

The two most common tools to help with separation are equalization and panning. Panning can be very useful to spread certain instruments (such as guitars, backing vocals or keys) to free up the center image for the likes of the snare and kick drums, bass guitar and lead vocals which are often best left in the middle. Positioning the instruments appropriately across the panoramic field can make the mix sound fuller while also helping the listener to hear individual instruments amongst the noise.

While studio recordings can take full advantage of the panoramic field, equalization is a vital tool for the Live Sound Engineer as mixes are often made with a much narrower stereo field. Because the left and right speakers are quite far apart, elements of the mix need to be reproduced in both speakers, otherwise the punters standing significantly closer to the left speaker will not hear sounds coming from the right, and vice versa.

Although a wide mix may sound amazing from the sound desk in the centre of the room, this approach may be neglecting those listeners standing at the sides.

On approaching a live mix, ensuring the kick, snare, bass and lead vocals sit right together is a great place to start. These four elements sit bang in the centre of the panoramic field and are competing for similar frequencies.

While instruments like guitars and keys can be panned a little to open up the centre image, panning the kick, snare, bass and lead vocals generally isn’t a good idea, so we need to apply the concept of ‘frequency stacking’ (giving each instrument its own space in the frequency spectrum to avoid masking) to achieve clarity in the mix using equalization.

In this article the focus will be on drum equalization. The drums are the driving force in the band, and play a large part in overall dynamics.

The drum kit is also the only instrument (in most situations) that spans the entire audible frequency spectrum by itself, so having a great drum sound can really make a mix.

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Below are some guidelines for EQing the main parts of a drum kit.

These tips are a great place to start, however it’s important to remember to always use your ears!

KicK dRum (d6 KicK dRum mic) For most rock and pop applications we want to hear a kick with a solid thud and a nice round bottom end. It needs to punch in underneath the bass guitar, while also cutting through the mix with a bright click in the high mid range. To enhance the deep, impact sound, you can generally boost the Low Shelf filter by 2-3 db, or if you have a spare notch filter the 50Hz area is a good place to start. Scooping out the “mud” of the kick drum (normally between 200Hz-450Hz) can really clean up the sound of the drum and leave room for other elements of the mix, including the bass guitar and the lower fundamental frequencies of the guitars. Enhancing the “click” sound of the

beater hitting the skin by boosting slightly in the 2k-6k range (sweep around to find the spot) helps the drum cut through in the mix. snaRe dRum (i5 snaRe dRum mic) Along with the kick drum, the snare drum is essential for driving a rhythm track. Poor EQ can leave it sounding thin and dull, and can compromise the perception of the mix as a whole. In order to emphasise the best parts of the snare sound with EQ cut the low end by several dB at around 80Hz. Boost the body of the snare drum by 2-3db, usually around 200Hz. If you feel the snare needs more “bite”, boost a couple of dB at 2-5k. Finally, if extra brightness/air is needed to open up the sound or you want to bring out the snare rattle sound, bump up the high shelf a little. Every snare is different, so start with these guidelines and play around until you’ve got it sounding just right. toms (d2 RacK tom & d4 FlooR tom mics) Each tom has its own frequencies that should be cut/boosted to bring out its sweet-spots. Often it’s a good idea to start by using a noise gate to prevent the toms ringing out excessively, however if you’re short on gear a nice EQ job can certainly help tighten them up in a gate’s absence. For each tom the fundamental frequency will be different, so you’ll have to listen. If larger toms lack low end, boost the 80hz filter. Higher toms normally won’t need a low boost, so pulling down the low shelf a little can reduce spill from other instruments. You can also dip out the mud at around 500Hz to clean up the sound, and boosting high mids will enhance stick attack. oveRheads and hi-hat (adx-51 oveRhead mics) In many small venues it isn’t necessary to mic up the overheads as the highs from the cymbals will generally travel through the room on their own and amplifying that may simply be overkill. In larger venues you will likely need one or two O/H mics; if using two, ensure you place the mics in-phase with each other by creating a similar distance between each capsule and the centrepoint of the kit (usually the snare and kick drums). Applying the high-pass filter (which is usually fixed at 80Hz) will clean up any unnecessary subsonic rumble and cut out the thump of the kick drum. Dip out between 100-250Hz to prevent low-mid buildup. If the cymbals need extra top end sparkle, boost the high-shelf. Sometimes you may find there are ringing frequencies from the cymbals, in which case sweep with the parametric filter and notch it out.

As mentioned earlier, these are simply guides to get you going.

Depending on the kit, type of heads on the drums, cymbal quality & style, and of course the environment you’re in, the sound can change drastically so the degree to which you need to affect each mic signal will change along with it. This is something that takes a lot of practice and as long as you’re always listening critically, your ears will develop with experience.

Matthew Keller is the Live Sound Workshop lecturer and Head Studio Supervisor at SAE Auckland (School of Audio Engineering). He is also a freelance Live Sound and Recording Engineer, having mixed bands in venues across the country from small pubs to 12,000 capacity arenas.

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TRAKTOR offers DJs of all genres a wide range of professional, integrated DJ solutions for spinning in the club or at home. Each TRAKTOR product now comes with the full version of the flagship TRAKTOR PRO 2 software and combines flexibility with an unmatched creative arsenal and absolute ease of use. TRAKTOR products cover everything from the world’s smallest USB DJ soundcard to all-in-one controllers containing everything you need to DJ in one package. No matter what your current DJ setup looks like: whether you use dedicated add-on controllers or digital vinyl systems for controlling MP3s using your turntables and CDJs – TRAKTOR has it all.

native instRuments tRaKtoR audio 2

$199 $179

dj AudIo INTErfACE

native instRuments tRaKtoR a6 dvs bundle

native instRuments tRaKtoR KontRol x1

Nat22210

dj pErformANCE CoNTroLLEr

$369 $329 Nat20506

wITH TA6 AudIo INTErfACE & TrAkTor SCrATCH SofTwArE

$499

native instRuments tRaKtoR KontRol F1

$369 $329

Nat21320

dj pErformANCE CoNTroLLEr

native instRuments tRaKtoR a10 dvs bundle

$799

native instRuments tRaKtoR KontRol s2

$999 $749

$1,299

native instRuments tRaKtoR KontRol s4

$1,395 $1,199

wITH TA10 AudIo INTErfACE & TrAkTor pro SofTwArE

native instRuments tRaKtoR KontRol z2

Nat21903

2 + 2 CHANNEL CoNTroL dj mIxEr - INCL. TrAkTor SCrATCH pro

Nat21902

Nat21805

dj pErformANCE CoNTroLLEr wITH TrAkTor pro 2 SofTwArE

Nat20900

dj pErformANCE CoNTroLLEr wITH TrAkTor pro 2 SofTwArE

Nat21102

STANTON CMP800 PACKAGE

RANE SIxTY-SERIES MIxERS

2x Stanton CMP800 Media Players, M207 2-ch Mixer with Sampler, Effects & FX-Glide Touch Strip Control, DJ Pro 3000 Headphones & Cables. The CMP.800 builds on existing CD and CDMP3 playback functionality by including the ability to playback MP3’s stored on external USB thumb drives and hard drives.

Purchase a Rane Sixty-One, Sixty-Two or Sixty-Eight DJ Mixer and receive Serato Video plug-in for Scratch Live worth $189 FREE.* Serial number and download link supplied at time of purchase.

While stocks last.

CODE : 2X STACMP800 / STAM207 / STAPRODJ3000

CODE : RANESIXTYONE / RANESIXTYTWO / RANESIXTYTWOZ / RANESIXTYEIGHT

gReat mid-Range pacKage FRom stanton

Receive seRato video plug-in woRth $189

NORMALLY $2,466

ouR pRice

$1,895

HOT PRODUCT

FRom

$2,295

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PIONEER CDJ850 & DJM700 PACKAGE FRee hdJ1500 headphone oFFeR

2x Pioneer CDJ850 Media Players & DJM700 4-ch Mixer with Effects with HDJ1500 Headphones worth $369 FREE. Available in Black or Silver.

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The CDJ-850 uses the standard club layout, inheriting the precise control of the industry standard Pioneer CDJ series.

CODE : 2X PIOCDJ850 / DJM700 / PIOHDJ1500

NORMALLY $6,366

ouR pRice

$3,995 SAVE $2,371

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baCK TO SCHOOL SPeCiaLS & PaCKaGeS START ON A GOOD NOTE THIS YEAR WITH THESE fANTASTIc SPEcIALS & PAcKAGES

NUMARK CS1

STANTON JETSETTER

True full-range frequency response, a fine tip circular diamond stylus and high output all combine to make the CS-1 the only choice for serious dance club and mobile DJs.

Designed with the professional in mind, the backpack features padded compartments for all DJ equipment, including laptop, headphones, power supply & cables.

club composite caRtRidge

hot pRoduct oduct

dJ laptop & RecoRd bag

noRmally $229 no

NUMARK DJ2GO

add on a diceR haRdcase FoR $20

Portable, affordable and highly capable DJ controller that allows you to control your favourite DJ software with a tactile feel.

USB Cue Point & Looping Control For Serato Scratch Live & Traktor - Pair

noRmally $125

noRmally $169

$99

$99

$99

$149

numcs1

stadJlapbag

numdJtogo

nvdiceR/nvdiceRcase

STANTON 680V3

STANTON UBERSTAND

Cartridge for mixing, club use & scratching.

The Uberstand laptop stand is an essential tool for the travelling laptop DJ / Musician.

spheRical - high output FoR club caRtRidge

laptop stand

NUMARK IDJ LIVE

dJ soFtwaRe contRolleR FoR ipad, iphone oR ipod*

*Not iOS 6 Supported.

available in multiple colouRs

NUMARK MIxTRACK

entRy level dJ soFtwaRe contRolleR incl. tRaKtoR le soFtwaRe

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or building your DJ skills, MIXTRACK is easy to learn and handles advanced techniques.

noRmally $199

noRmally $199

noRmally $199

noRmally $329

$149

$169

$169

$269

sta680v3

staubeR…

numidJlive

nummixtRacK

STANTON DJC4 DJ CONTROLLER

viRtual dJ digital contRolleR with viRtual dJ le soFtwaRe

The DJC.4 allows users to scratch and mix 4 decks of audio, as well as control video.

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NOVATION DICER

compact dJ soFtwaRe usb peRFoRmance contRolleR

NUMARK TTxUSB

pRoFessional tuRntable

RANE SERATO SL2 WITH SCRATCH LIVE

PIONEER DJMT1

The TTXUSB also delivers versatility and control thanks to an illuminated output bay, a built-in BPM counter, and interchangeable S-shaped or straight tonearms.

The Rane SL 2 gives you the freedom to take your entire digital music collection on the road.

A high performance digital mixer featuring an operational interface devoted to the TRAKTOR SCRATCH 2 DJ software.

24bit 4 in 4 out digital vinyl system

pRoFessional 2-ch tRaKtoR mixeR with usb audio inteRFace

noRmally $599

noRmally $899

noRmally $899

noRmally $1,895

$499

$499

$849

$1,495

stadJc4

numttxusb

Ranesslsl2

piodJmt1

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SENNHEISER HEADPHONES

SHURE HEADPHONES

KRK HEADPHONES

sennheiseR hd25mKii

shuRe sRh940

KRK Kns8400

The closed-back HD 25-1 IIs are purpose-designed, professional DJ headphones offering high attenuation of background noise.

Designed for professional audio engineers and in-studio talent, SRH940 Headphones from Shure deliver accurate response across the entire audio spectrum for smooth highend extension with tight bass.

Looking for a pair of headphones that are specifically designed to replicate music as it should be heard with the ability to satisfy experienced ears?

KRK has always been focused solely on accurate monitoring.

$399

$599

SENhD25mKII

ShUSRh940

profESSIoNAL moNITorING & dj HEAdpHoNES oNES

profESSIoNAL rEfErENCE HEAdpHoNES NES

STudIo moNITor HEAdpHoNES

$249 KRKKNS8400

sennheiseR mx470 west ErGoNomIC $54 $49 NAmIC SouN EAr bud HEAdpHoNES wITH dyNAmIC SouNd SENmX470WESt

shuRe sRh1440

sennheiseR cx215 EAr CANAL HEAdpHoNES $89 rEd,orANGE,broNZE, bLuE or GrEEN SEN50544…

shuRe sRh1840

sennheiseR cx280 west ErGoNomIC EAr $99

shuRe se215cl IN EAr moNITorS

$189

HEAdpHoNES - pLuS AIrpLANE AdApTor - CLEAr ShUSE215CL

moNITor HEAdpHoNES dpHoNES

shuRe se315cl

$299

NORmaLLY $229

CANAL HEAdpHoNES wITH voLumE CoNTroL

SENCX280WESt

sennheiseR cx281 west ErGoNomIC EAr CANAL HEAdpHoNES wITH voLumE CoNTroL

$99

SENCX281WESt

sennheiseR cx310 orIGINALS EAr

$139

CANAL HEAdpHoNES - AdIdAS EdITIoN

SEN504688

sennheiseR hd201

$59

CLoSEd dyNAmIC STErEo HEAdpHoNES

SENhD201

profESSIoNAL opEN bACk HEAdpHoNES

profESSIoNAL opEN bACk HEAdpHoNES

IN EAr moNITorS HEAdpHoNES - CLEAr

shuRe se425cl

IN EAr moNITorS HEAdpHoNES - CLEAr

shuRe sRh240

CLoSEd-bACk CIrCumAurAL HEAdpHoNES

$89 $79 dyNAmIC HI-fI STErEo dj/moNITorING HEAdpHoNES SENhD202

shuRe sRh440

sennheiseR hd203 CLoSEd

$99 $89 SuprA-AurAL dyNAmIC HI-fI STErEo HEAdpHoNES SENhD203

shuRe sRh840

sennheiseR hd408

shuRe sRh750dJ

sennheiseR hd202 CLoSEd SuprA-AurAL

$99

opEN bACk SuprA AurAL HEAdpHoNES

SENhD408

sennheiseR hd205ii mEdIum-SIZEd

$139

dyNAmIC SuprAAurAL HEAdpHoNES

SENhD205

sennheiseR hd215

$179

CLoSEd dj/moNITorING HEAdpHoNES

SENhD215

sennheiseR hd518 opEN bACk CIrCum

$299

AurAL HIGH ENd HEAdpHoNES

SENhD518

sennheiseR hd380pRo CoLLASpAbLE $349 CLoSEd CIrCumAurAL moNITorING HEAdpHoNES SENhD380PRO sennheiseR hd558 opEN bACk CIrCum

$399

AurAL HIGH ENd HEAdpHoNES

profESSIoNAL STudIo HEAdpHoNES

profESSIoNAL rEfErENCE HEAdpHoNES

profESSIoNAL dj HEAdpHoNES

$599 ShUSRh1440

$999 ShUSRh1840

ShUSE315CL

$449

KRKKNS6400

ROLAND HEADPHONES Roland Rh200 200

$199 ROLRh200

ShUSE425CL

$139

Roland Rha7bK K

$219

Roland Rha7Rd

ShUSRh240 ShUSRh440

$429 ShUSRh840 $329 $279 SRh750DJ

$129

STErEo HEAdpHoNES - bLACk LACk

ROLRha7BK

$129

STErEo HEAdpHoNES - rEd

ROLRha7RD

Roland Rha7wh

$129

STErEo HEAdpHoNES - wHITE

Roland Rh5

STErEo HEAdpHoNES

ROLRha7Wh $99 $89.95 ROLRh5

BEHRINGER HEADPHONES

TECHNICS HEADPHONES technics Rpdh1200 1200

behRingeR hpm1000

Quality, style and comfort on the decks & at the studio.

Affordable Headphones for Recording or Entertainment.

$295

$39.95

muLTI purpoSE HEAdpHoNES

dj HEAdpHoNES - SILvEr

BEhPm1000

tECRPDh1200

$399

technics dJ1200

CANCELLING STErEo TrAvEL foLdING HEAdpHoNES SENPXC250

dj HEAdpHoNES - bLACk

sennheiseR hd598 opEN bACk CIrCum AurAL HIGH ENd HEAdpHoNES

$549

technics dJ1210

SEN595

dj HEAdpHoNES - SILvEr

DENON HEADPHONES

AKG HEADPHONES

denon dnhp500

aKg q460bK

$295 tECRPDJ1200EK

$295 tECRPDJ1210ES

These headphones, produce impeccably clean and vibrant audio while withstanding the high-volume demands of today’s DJs

Signature Edition Q 460 mini headphones will connect you to your favorite music from virtually any portable player.

$169

$299

DENDNhP500…

$249

dj HEAdpHoNES - bLACk

DENDNhP700 DENDN

denon dnhp1000

$319 DENDNhP1000

aKg K511

CLoSEd-bACk ovEr-EAr STErEo HEAdpHoNES

aKg K512mK2

CLoSEd-bACk ovEr-EAr STErEo HEAdpHoNES

aKg K514mK2

BEYERDYNAMIC HEADPHONES

CLoSEd-bACk ovEr-EAr STErEo HEAdpHoNES CLo

beyeRdynamic dtx501p

aKg K518dJ a

porTAbLE STErEo CLoSEd HEAdpHoNES oNES bLACk or wHITE

CLoSEd-bACk dj HEAdpHoNES CL

aKg K141mKii

$169

SEmI-opEN bACk moNITor HEAdpHoNES

aKg K171mKii

BEYDtX501P…

dj/broAdCAST CLoSEd bACk HEAdpHoNES

$499 BEtDt770PROLtD BEtDt770PROLt 770PROL D 770PROLt

aKg K271mKii

CIrCumAurAL STudIo moNITor HEAdpHoNES

$99 $89 BEhPS5000

behRingeR hpx2000

$69 $59 BEhPX2000

behRingeR hpx4000

$99 $89 BEhPX4000

HIGH-pErformANCE STudIo HEAdpHoNES NES

HIGH-dEfINITIoN dj HEAdpHoNES

PIONEER HEADPHONES pioneeR hdJ500

dj HEAdpHoNES AvAILAbLE IN bLACk,rEd & wHITE NORmaLLY $199

$149 PIOhDJ500…

aKgQ460BK

denon dnhp700

behRingeR hps5000 CLoSEd-TypE

CLoSEd-TypE HIGH-dEfINITIoN dj HEAdpHoNES

QuINCy joNES SIGNATurE EdITIoN HEAdpHoNES - bLACk

dj HEAdpHoNES AvAILAbLE IN bLACk & wHITE

beyeRdynamic dt770 770 pro LTd EdITIoN CLoSEd 32 oHm HEAdpHoNES dpHoNES

$169

STudIo moNITor HEAdpHoNES NES

SEN558

sennheiseR pxc250 NoISEGArd NoISE

dj HEAdpHoNES

KRK Kns6400

pioneeR hdJ1500

$369 $329 PIOhDJ1500…

pioneeR hdJ2000

$649 $495 PIOhDJ2000…

dj HEAdpHoNES AvAILAbLE IN bLACk LACk & SIL SILv SILvEr Er E

$69 aKgK511

$99 aKgK512mK2

$119 aKgK514mK2

$139 aKgK518DJ

$329

dj HEAdpHoNES AvAILAbLE IN bLACk LACk & SIL SILv SILvEr Er

IDANCE HEADPHONES idance JocKey

HEAdpHoNES INCLudES pCdj SofTwArE - muLTIpLE LTIpLE CoLourS

$59.95 IDaJOCKEY

aKgK141mKII

$379 aKgK171mKII

$489 aKgK271mKII

idance FunKy HEAdpHoNES NES INCL pCdj SofTwArE - muLTIpLE CoLourS

idance hipsteR HEAdpHoNES NES INCL pCdj SofTwArE - muLTIpLE CoLourS

Special prices valid until 31st March 2013, while stocks last. Range may vary between stores. Freight charges may apply for inter-store transfers for inspection. E&OE.

$79.95 IDaFUNKY…

$89.95 IDahIPStER… ID

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LiGHTiNG SeCTiON

CHAUVET DERBY x

CHAUVET OBEY 40

A DMX-512 LED derby effect light, featuring individual control of all 6 LED clusters. Additional features include blackout/static/strobe, builtin automated and sound activated programs, and linkable power for up to 27 units.

The next step up from the Obey™ 10, allowing for control of up to 12 fixtures at 16 channels each. With a slightly larger size comes a larger capacity: the Obey™ 40 has 30 banks on 8 scenes, or up to 240 scenes. The Obey™ 40 offers the flexibility of its little brother but also adds fog and strobe control and MIDI compatibility.

led eFFects light

dmx lighting contRolleR with midi

CODE : CHADERBYX

NORMALLY $299

ouR pRice

$249

HOT PRODUCT

ouR pRice

$299

SAVE $50

CODE : CHAOBEY40

CHAUVET COLOR STRIP

CHAUVET RADIUS ExTREME qUAD

led wash light w dmx onboaRd

quad deRby style led eFFects light w/ dmx

Built-in programs with automatic and sound-active triggers, and allows access to popular preset RGB mixed colours: yellow, purple, cyan and white. Also equipped with pre-programmed flash, colour chase, sequential colour chase, colour mixing and colour fade patterns.

An LED effect light that creates multicoloured, overlapping rings of light with 3W red, green, blue, amber and white LEDs.

CODE : CHACOLORSTRIP

CODE : CHARADIUS

NORMALLY $399

ouR pRice

$299

NORMALLY $399

ouR pRice

SAVE $50

SAVE $100

CHAUVET 4PLAY CLEAR LIGHT PACKAGE

CHAUVET CIRCUS

Providing a ready-to-go light bar for the entertainer on the go.

The bar is fitted with four LED moonflowers each containing 57 red, green, blue and white diodes to produce razor-sharp rotating beams.

Fits onto most standard tripods, including speaker stands and the 4BAR™ tripod. Includes travel bag.

A dazzling, ever-changing effect light with razorsharp, flowing beams. There are five separate, synchronized pods create amazing effects both in the air and projected onto any surface. The red, green, blue, white and amber LEDs provide a multitude of colours in innumerable combinations.

CODE : CHA4PLAYCL

CODE : CHACIRCUS

4 led moonFloweRs on t baR

NORMALLY $399

ouR pRice

$369

SAVE $30

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$349

wide coveRage led eFFect light

NORMALLY $399

ouR pRice

$369 SAVE $30

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LiGHTiNG SeCTiON

CHaUveT LaSeR LiGHTS add that little bit extRa to youR lighting show

Want to step up your on-stage lighting? Add that professional look by adding one of these great low cost Laser options from the leaders in Effects Lighting - Chauvet.

min laseR Fx 2.0 chauvet min laseR Fx 2.0

fx 2.0 rEd GrEEN bLuE LASEr & EffECTS LIGHT

chauvet min laseR Rbx

rbx rEd bLuE LASEr & EffECTS LIGHT

chauvet eclipse staRField laseR

rEd GrEEN & bLuE LASEr LIGHT w/ AurA LEd & dmx

min laseR Rbx

eclipse staRField

$199

ChamINLaSERFX2

$249

ChamINLaSERRBX $599 $499 ChaECLIPSERgB

CHAUVET COSMOS

CHAUVET IMPULSE 648 LED STROBE

It’s a plug-and-play rotating ball effect light featuring four 3-watt, tri-coloured LEDs with adjustable speeds for continuous rotation.

Take it right out the box and start spreading beams around the room all night long—this fixture has no duty cycle.

This harnesses the power of 648 white SMD LEDs to deliver an astonishingly bright strobe light. A lightweight, sleek housing holds the LED array while 3 and 5-pin DMX connections make set up and installation a breeze. Silent, fan-free operation allows for use in noise-sensitive environments.

CODE : CHACOSMOSLED

CODE : CHAIMPULSE648

led club ball eFFect light - non dmx

with dmx - massive output!

NORMALLY $429

ouR pRice

$399

HOT PRODUCT

ouR pRice

$899

SAVE $30

CHAUVET 4 BAR TRI LED LIGHTING PACKAGE 4 tRi led cans on t baR w stand, Footswitch & case

It’s a complete, portable tri-colour LED wash lighting solution. Building on the success of the 4BAR™, the 4BAR™ Tri adds high power tri-colour LEDs for a more intense and uniform colour output. Tri-colour LEDs make the light perfect for front lighting as they nearly eliminate multi-coloured shadows.

CODE : CHALED4BARTRI

NORMALLY $1,199

ouR pRice

$999

SAVE $200

Special prices valid until 31st March 2013, while stocks last. Range may vary between stores. Freight charges may apply for inter-store transfers for inspection. E&OE.

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bOOKS & DvDS SeCTiON

GUiTaR Tab

LEAD GUITAR AT A GLANCE SERIES

booK and dvd

GUITAR SCALES & MODES AT A GLANCE bK and dvd

noRmally $25

PROGRESSIVE BEGINNER GUITAR booK cd dvd includes tab

noRmally $25

noRmally $30

$19

$19

$20

halhl00696033

halhl00696019

pRo69163

GUiTaR Tab

AC/DC BACK IN BLACK guitaR tab

noRmally $69

MTV 100 GREATEST POP SONGS easy guitaR with tab

fINGERPICKING NEIL YOUNG notes and guitaR tab

noRmally $35

staRteR pacK booK/cd/dvd

noRmally $65

noRmally $25

guitaR tab

GREATEST MODERN ROCK guitaR tab

GUNS N ROSES ANTHOLOGY

noRmally $49

noRmally $55

play along bK and cd

guitaR tab

noRmally $55

$29

$39

$39

$39

$45

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PiaNO, vOCaLS, GUiTaR

25 ALL TIME ROCK BASS CLASSICS

fERGIE THE DUTCHESS pvg

SHANIA TWAIN GREATEST HITS pvg

ADELE 21 SONGBOOK pvg

ALICIA KEYS AS I AM pvg

bass tab

noRmally $49

noRmally $45

noRmally $45

noRmally $45

noRmally $45

$55

$55

$20

$39

$25

$25

$35

$29

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PiaNO, vOCaLS, GUiTaR

BUDGET BOOKS JERSEY BOYS VOCAL CHILDRENS SELECTIONS SONGS pvg

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KATY PERRY TEENAGE DREAM

PiaNO / KeybOaRD

ABBA GOLD U2 THE PIANO GREATEST HITS COLLECTION pvg

pvg

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fASTTRACK KEYBOARD STARTER PACK

booK/cd/dvd noRmally $35

noRmally $42

noRmally $49

noRmally $45

noRmally $65

PROGRESSIVE GREEN DAY KEYBOARD ANTHOLOGY METHOD CD/DVD easy piano FoR the young beginneR booK 1

noRmally $25

noRmally $30

noRmally $35

$29

$35

$35

$39

$55

$20

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$25

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PiaNO / KeybOaRD

REALLY EASY PIANO ADELE easy piano

ALfREDS SELf TEACHING ADULT PIANO COURSE booK/cd/dvd

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RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS VOL 153

noRmally $45

baSS Tab

fASTTRACK BASS

101 SONGS fOR EASY GUITAR 8

noRmally $35

noRmally $49

$29 wisam1004036

DRUmS

150 Of THE MOST BEAUTIfUL SONGS EVER

ZORO DVD THE

fASTTRACK

COMMANDMENTS DRUMS Of R+B DRUMMING STARTER PACK

dvd

easy piano

booK/cd/dvd

2 disc dvd set

booK and cd noRmally $25

noRmally $49

noRmally $49

SECRET WEAPONS fOR THE MODERN DRUMMER dvd 2 discs

noRmally $69

noRmally $70

noRmally $69

$35

$55

$19

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$29

$35

$49

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THE WEEKEND sTarTs HErE

HOsT YOUr NEXT EVENT WITH BaCKBEaT! With a look, feel and atmosphere unlike any other venue in New Zealand, Backbeat is said to be a music museum designed for private functions/live music and public events.

The weekend starts here at Backbeat with live gigs on Fridays. Having some of the best quality instrument back line & PA gear, Backbeat is ideal for artists and bands to showcase their material, launch their albums and play gigs. Backbeat is also used for music related clinics/seminars, product launches, exclusive after-parties or hired out for private functions.

Get in contact with us today for bookings and we will help you host your next event here at Backbeat.

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