Canadian Music Trade - June/July 2002 | Page 35

Moog Etherwave Theremin Moog Music has introduced the Etherwave Theremin , which focuses on the preservation of Bob Moog ’ s legendary theremin circuits to retain all the charm and character that made its predecessors unique and sought after while adding a host of new benefits .
The modern features include improved bass response and stability in the lowest registers , updated antenna connections to enable quick assembly and easy removal for travel , a quick-release mic stand adapter for attaching and detaching the instrument from mic stands , mute control for setting the instrument into a standby mode or used for “ pitch preview ” via headphones , and CV output integration from Etherwave Plus ( Gate Out , Pitch Out , Vol . Out ) for connecting with other modular , semi-modular , and Eurorack synthesizers .
Additionally , Moog has developed a custom-fit , tear-resistant Etherwave SR Series Case with padding and storage for safe and convenient transport of the instrument . These cases have been developed specifically for touring musicians .
For more information , contact SFM : 800-363-8855 , info @ sfm . ca , www . sfm . ca .
Latin Percussion Carlos Santana Africa Speaks Congas Latin Percussion ( LP ) has expanded its line of Carlos Santana drums with the new Africa Speaks congas .
The drums are constructed utilizing three-ply Siam oak staves , and are finished in a yellow stain lacquer that is embellished with the “ African Mask ” graphic art from Santana ’ s 2019 release . Included in the collection are matching Bongos ( LP201AX-SAS ), Quinto ( LP522X-SAS ), Conga ( LP559X- SAS ) and Tumba ( LP552X-SAS ). All are custom fitted with handpicked rawhide heads and chrome Comfort
Curve II rims .
Also new to the LP Santana offering is a newly-designed set of 10- and 11-inch Aspire Black Magic congas . The drums come complete with a double conga stand ( LPA646-BM ), while a matching set of bongos ( LPA601-BM ) is also available . The Siam Oak shells are finished in a Black Sparkle Lacquer with black powder coated hardware and natural rawhide heads .
For more information , contact B & J Music : 800-268-8147 , FAX 800-777-3265 www . bjmusiconline . com .
Yorkville Sound YSM Series II Studio Monitors Yorkville Sound has unveiled the YSM Series II studio monitors . The first of the series is the YSM5-2 , a 50W , 5-in . powered studio monitor . The YSM Series II monitors are a completely new design , with a tapered front baffle and an updated DSP system .
Now built with the fiber-reinforced drivers , the YSM Series II monitors are designed to deliver a powerful low-end and clean mid-range . The tweeter and woofer are perfectly time aligned to ensure that there are no phase irregularities .
The YSM5-2 monitor is available now . The series will grow with the YSM6-2 and the YSM8-2 .
For more information , contact Yorkville Sound : 905-837- 8777 , canada @ yorkville . com , www . yorkville . com .
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