Just came across this high fashion web site that selected Reunion Blues to help enhance their outfit. – Nice indicator that Reunion Blues is more than just the ultimate protection for your instrument!
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From Backstage Banter, reunionblues.com
High Fashion AND Ultimate Protection?
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From Dixon Drums |:| Blog, dixondrums.net
Bass Drums: Double vs Single, What Do You Look For In A Bass Drum?
Many drummers probably don’t know that the double bass drum, or double kick, was actually the brainchild of a 15-year-old high school boy who needed a project for his art class. From the 1940’s up until his death in 2009, Louie Bellson was considered one of the world’s greatest drummers and one of the “Big Three” alongside Gene Krupa and Buddy Rich. Bellson pioneered the use of the double kick drum which is so prevalent in rock music today, especially with the heavy metal crowd.
Go to any heavy metal or hard rock concert and you’ll see drummers from Alex Van Halen to Jason Bittner with elaborate double-kick drum sets and the chops to play them. Early Van Halen music is rife with great double- and even triple-kick drum technique. But many great drummers still prefer the single kick, if for no other reason than convenience. Or maybe just to show off their drumming prowess. One of the techniques that made Led Zeppelin drummer, the late John Bonham, so influential was his ability to play quads (a four-note linear hand/foot combination), using only a single kick drum pedal. Check out the song “Moby Dick” sometime from the film “The Song Remains the Same” to see Bonham in action. It’s inspirational. The type of wood used for kick drums varies almost as much as the drummers themselves. Birch, maple and mahogany are probably the most popular, but there is also poplar, ash, basswood, and rosewood, along with fiberglass. While maple provides a warmer sound, it also sounds good across a wide spectrum of frequencies and is probably the most popular wood. Kick drums come in many sizes, ranging mostly in the 20- to 26-inch by 18-to 20-inch range. The bigger drums have a bigger, boomier sound and are mainly used for rock while the smaller drums tend to be used for jazz.
Whether or not to use two kick drums or a double kick drum pedal (two single pedals connected by an extension rod) with a single kick drum is a matter of personal preference. Many drummers like the convenience of only having to pack, carry and set up one drum instead of two. The types of drum heads to use are also a matter of personal preference. I don’t like having huge pillows or blankets stuffed inside my drum (like I did in high school) because it tends to interfere with the natural sound of the drum. Instead, I use drum heads with built-in muffling. If you’re using two kick drums, most drum experts advise using the same heads on both kick drums and tuning them the same to get an even sound. One method of tuning is to have the batter side of the head tuned one or two notes higher than the resonant side, which will be tuned as low as possible in order to get a punchier sound. I prefer a hole in my resonant or front head, no bigger than seven inches, to create a punchier sound and also allow a close-up microphone technique. For jazz, many drummers prefer not to have a hole and mic the head from either the front or the back near the kick drum pedal. As far as beaters go (the part of the drum pedal that hits the drum head) many come with a combination of wood, felt and rubber that can be switched to fit your sound preference. Wood is going to be heavy on the slap while the felt side will be punchier. There really is no right or wrong set-up. Whether you go with the double or single kick drum, or even four kick drums, the only limit is your own imagination. Written by Toby Tate Toby Tate is a performing musician, songwriter and studio engineer from northeastern North Carolina. Currently a freelance writer, Toby was a reporter and graphic designer for The Daily Advance newspaper for five years and has had stories and articles published in regional and national magazines and on the Internet. His first novel, DIABLERO, a supernatural thriller, will be released worldwide in October by Nightbird Publishing.
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July 28 2010, 3:56pm
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From Kaces Korner, kaces.com
New Kaces Razor Musician’s Messenger Bag!
Kaces introduces a new Razor Express Series messenger bag with a spacious main compartment measuring 12.75” x 11.25” x 3”… great for laptop computers, small mixers, digital recorders and wireless mic systems. Sporting a very unique 3-D “razor slash” look that is sewn right into a ballistic polyester exterior, this bag is designed to be an excellent all-purpose small gear transporter with a look all its own. On the outside, a contoured poly hand grip helps balance the load and make carrying easier. An adjustable shoulder strap is also included, featuring a specially designed shoulder grip pad to reduce slippage. A huge double-stitched cover flap is secured with Velcro that opens to a spacious interior. On the inside, a large zippered mesh compartment is sewn into the the cover flap to hold cables, patch cords, AC adapters and other accessories. A third zippered pocket is located on the inside front for even smaller accessories like cord adapters, USB cables, strings and business cards… and also features an elastic strip to hold small flashlights, markers and pencils for easy access. Model #KREB20
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- cables
- Laptop Computer Case
- Musicians Messenger Bag
- Small Mixer
- Wireless Mic
July 20 2010, 5:24pm
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From Kaces Korner, kaces.com
New Kaces Universal Mandolin/Banjo Bags
Universal gig bags for mandolin and for banjo are the newest editions to the ever-expanding stable of Kaces gig bag products. Both are professional-grade and made extremely tough with a 600D polyester exterior and overstuffed with 20mm foam padding. Both include an ergonomic handle and an adjustable shoulder strap. They also feature a very large accessory pocket for stashing picks, strings, tuners and other tools of the trade. The “universal” aspect of these new editions mean you can easily fit either an “A” style or “F” style into the mandolin bag, and the banjo bag will accommodate most open back, tenor and/or resonator configurations. Model #KUMB Universal Mandolin Model #KBBU Universal Banjo
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- Tenor Banjo
July 20 2010, 4:54pm
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From Kaces Korner, kaces.com
New Kaces Razor Express Guitar Bags
Available for electric, bass, acoustic and classical style guitars, this new edition to the Kaces product line offers a new sleek and economical design. A padded ballistic nylon exterior is featured with adjustable back pack straps, a huge storage pocket, and stylish accent stitching throughout.
Model #KXE1 Electric Guitar Model #KXB2 Bass Guitar Model #KXA3 Acoustic Guitar Model #KXC4 Classic Guitar
July 20 2010, 4:51pm
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From Kaces Korner, kaces.com
New Kaces Microphone Messenger Bag
Storing and transporting multiple microphones just got easier.
A total of six (6) microphones will fit safely into this new, slim, messenger-style bag by Kaces. Heavy foam surrounds each mic and the entire outfit is covered with padded 600D polyester to survive and thrive on the road. A padded panel zips over the top while a second cover flap folds over the entire face of the bag and is secured with two latching straps. A large, zippered accessory pouch can be found on the front, along with an adjustable shoulder strap to make carrying easier when transporting multiple pieces of equipment. Model #KPMB6
July 20 2010, 4:46pm
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From Kaces Korner, kaces.com
New Kaces Razor Multi-Pocket Guitar Bags
And now for something completely different… Kaces is launching a new Razor Series multi-pocket guitar bag sporting a very unique 3-D “razor slash” look that is sewn right into the exterior.
These new Razor Multi-Pocket bags bring a combination of ample storage and sleek design, with a protective 20mm padded ballistic nylon exterior. Built-in adjustable padded back pack straps are also included, along with multiple pockets, and stylish deep red accents.
Available for electric, bass, acoustic and classical style guitars.
Model #KGBXE Electric Model #KGBXB Bass Model #KGBXA Acoustic Model #KGBXC Classical
July 20 2010, 4:38pm
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From Kaces Korner, kaces.com
Kaces Razor Series Musican’s Messenger Bag
Kaces introduces a new Razor Express Series messenger bag with a spacious main compartment measuring 12.75” x 11.25” x 3”… great for laptop computers, small mixers, digital recorders and wireless mic systems. Sporting a very unique 3-D “razor slash” look that is sewn right into a ballistic polyester exterior, this bag is designed to be an excellent all-purpose small gear transporter with a look all its own. On the outside, a contoured poly hand grip helps balance the load and make carrying easier. An adjustable shoulder strap is also included, featuring a specially designed shoulder grip pad to reduce slippage. A huge double-stitched cover flap is secured with Velcro that opens to a spacious interior. On the inside, a large zippered mesh compartment is sewn into the the cover flap to hold cables, patch cords, AC adapters and other accessories. A third zippered pocket is located on the inside front for even smaller accessories like cord adapters, USB cables, strings and business cards… and also features an elastic strip to hold small flashlights, markers and pencils for easy access. Model #KREB20
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July 20 2010, 4:32pm
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From Kaces Korner, kaces.com
New Kaces Double Guitar/Bass Bags
Kaces is launching 2 new professional quality double instrument bags, one to fit two electric guitars and the other to accommodate two bass guitars. These new double bags are made extremely tough with a 600D polyester exterior and overstuffed with 20mm foam padding to protect your instruments from the daily rigors of the road. Both bass and electric models include multiple front panel pockets for holding strings, tuners, picks, cables and other tools of the trade. They also feature 2 ergonomic carrying handles, two individual instrument compartments separated by a protective 20mm padded divider, and hideaway padded back straps for easy portability. Model #KEE&2 Double Electric Model #KBB82 Double Bass
July 20 2010, 4:15pm
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From Backstage Banter, reunionblues.com
FenterTalk.com talks about RB Continental
Our friends at FenderTalk.com struck up a conversation about the popular RB Continental stress test videos that we thought was going in an interesting direction.
These videos are just as much fun to produce as they are to watch. Stay tuned!
July 13 2010, 7:43am
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From RocknRoller Multicart, rocknrollercart.com
DJ Smooth K talks about his RocknRoller
Here’s a very cool testimonial email from a DJ RocknRoller fan.
I love my Rock n Roller cart. I am a DJ that does small events and parties in the DFW metroplex. I do not own a truck. I load all of my equipment in a 1995 C220 Mercedes Benz. I have managed to find equipment that fits my needs. I had a small hand cart that I purchased from Lowe’s. It did not work well. I also had to make several trips back and forth! HATED IT!! I saw your cart on 123dj.com. I wanted to see it in person, so I checked with my local Guitar Center, sure enough they carried them. I purchased the R2 cart. It is compact enough to fit in my car, but large enough to carry everything I need. My wife has also manged to move some furniture and switch out her wardrobe boxes without my help!! Thank you, Kevin Hogans DJ “Smooth K”
July 7 2010, 11:43pm
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From B.C. Rich News, bcrich.wordpress.com
B.C. RICH® LAUNCHES WEBSITE SPOTLIGHTING ENDORSER ZOLTAN BATHORY AND HIS SIGNATURE INSTRUMENTS
B.C. Rich Ad Featuring Zoltan Bathory B.C. Rich Guitars has launched a new website that focuses exclusively on Zoltan Bathory, guitarist with the popular metal group Five Finger Death Punch. The site, http://www.zosguitar.com, offers exclusive videos, photos, details of Zoltan’s three Signature B.C. Rich guitars and more. Zoltan’s guitars are based on the company’s acclaimed ASM models and feature classic B.C. Rich Neck-Through-Body construction, Floyd Rose® tremolo systems, Ebony or Maple fingerboards and unique inlays. Visit http://www.zosguitar.com for the complete story and catch Zoltan and Five Finger Death Punch on the Mayhem Tour this summer!
July 7 2010, 10:29am
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From Backstage Banter, reunionblues.com
Gibson Les Paul Blog & Reunion Blues Road Show
Thanks to guitar lovers like those at the Gibson Les Paul Electric Guitar Blog, the Reunion Blues Vintage Guitars Road Show continues to roll and grow in cyber space. See it HERE. See Part 3 at Bananas at Large, San Rafael, CA
July 7 2010, 7:41am
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From Backstage Banter, reunionblues.com
Thanks to Wayne’s Guitar Blog!
Special thanks to Wayne’s Guitar Blog for helping us promote the Reunion Blues Vintage Guitars Road Show in Nashville. Watch for Road Show videos coming soon on this blog, and on PremierGuitar.com.
July 6 2010, 9:52am
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From Backstage Banter, reunionblues.com
We are proud to be associated with these good people who are helping spread the word about our popular Reunion Blues Vintage Guitars Road Show. Click on this image to see Part 4.
If you would like to see his Road Show offered to your area, contact your local authorized Reunion Blues dealer and let them know they can get more detailed information by calling 800-950-1095.
July 2 2010, 9:34am
