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Trickfish Amplification is now fulfilling orders for the Bullhead.5K bass amplifier which debuted at Winter NAMM 2107. Anticipation for the lower priced head has been growing as the amplifier sets a new performance standard in affordable bass amplification. Featuring the acclaimed Mike Pope low noise pre-amp integrated with a tour proven, 500W @ 8Ohm/ 700W @ 4Ohm Class D power amplifier, the BH.5K offers all of the professional features and performance expected of a Trickfish product at a street price of just $799.00. Housed in a robust aluminum chassis, the powerful head offers a wide variety of tone-shaping capabilities via a 4-band EQ with 8 frequency select options. Other features include selectable input sensitivity, aux input, Pre/Post Balanced DI Output, Parallel EFX loop, amp mute, convection cooling and a Neutrik Speakon combi-connector. Weighing in at a paltry 6lbs, the BH.5K also sports classic “chickenhead knobs” for easy, fast adjustments and the rack-mountable chassis...

With the Hall Of Fame 2 Reverb, TC Electronic is turning a page in its long history of sterling quality reverbs.

Following in the footsteps of its successful predecessor, the new edition of the red reverb pedal boasts a Shimmer reverb in addition to its already legendary arsenal of reverb sounds.

By using the acclaimed polyphonic octave algorithm from their Sub ‘N’ Up Octaver, TC Electronic has cross-pollinated two of their most popular pedals for a lush shimmer effect that blooms behinds every note.

But Shimmer is just the tip of the iceberg.

Lean on me
The evolutionary leap that really sets the Hall Of Fame 2 aside is MASH: A new type of footswitch that reacts to pressure. The more you lean on the switch, the more intense the effect.

“Think of the wah and whammy pedal as perfect examples of what controlling effect parameters in real-time can do,” says Guitar Product Manager at TC Electronic, Tore Mogensen, adding

“The problem up until now has been that expression...

The Bass FX Console BFX-1 enables the player’s favorite pedals with one action without interrupting technical performance. A buffer circuit employs the VITALIZER® B to minimize tonal degradation from switching and patch wiring in the system. Also, the 4 band EQ/preamp of the Providence Bass Preamp technology is loaded for more tonal versatility.
With the D.I. Out, The Bass FX Console is an active bassists’ new pedal hub system to control myriads of sounds.

◆Main Features
●The VITALIZER circuit converts incoming signals to low impedance, ensuring that no loss in sonic quality occurs during subsequent switching and routing.

●Four programmable effect loops (3 series + 1 separate) plus effect power in a compact unit measuring only 290 mm wide x 70 mm deep. ●Up to four combinations of the four loops can be programmed and recalled instantly in the PROGRAM mode.
●Loaded with the Providence Bass Preamp 4 band EQ/Vitalizer. Loop 1 can be used to turn on/off the EQ.
●DI Out (Balanced Out)...

The VOX Adio Air BS is perfect for today’s bassist, providing a wide range of modern and classic sounds designed specifically for bass, lightweight portability, and Bluetooth connectivity.

• 50 Watts; 2 x 3” Speakers
• Bluetooth connectivity with Acoustage technology allows for wireless music playback and operation
• Elegant, lightweight design; Battery or AC powered; USB output

Though it is compact and lightweight, the Adio is equipped with a high-wattage power amp boasting 50W of stereo output. It delivers a startling sense of volume that outperforms other amps in its class. The 2 x 3”stereo speaker system makes for an incredible playing and listening experience. Because it is capable of such high-output, the Adio is equally effective as an at-home practice amp as it is a full-fledged performing amp.

Proprietary chassis design ensures powerful and clear sound

Adio provides both the hard-hitting cabinet resonance...

KORG's clip-type tuners can be attached directly to your instrument for easy tuning. The new lineup now consists of the AW-LT100G specifically for guitar, and the AW-LT100B specifically for bass.

The AW-LT100G / B provide stunning battery life with approximately 100 hours of operation using a single AAA battery. The body's lightweight design features triangular shuttle switches that allow intuitive operation. In a first for KORG tuners, the lineup includes a dedicated model for guitar and a dedicated model for bass. Each uses a specific circuit that's been pared down to the essentials, delivering even faster meter response. In addition, the AW-LT100B features enhanced sensitivity for detecting the low-frequency range, perfectly covering your tuning needs even for basses that have a larger number of strings. KORG's rich lineup of tuners gives you choices that will satisfy every need, and has now been extended by two new models.

The AW-LT100B is designed specifically for bass. It...