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Peavey 212-RR 2x12 Pedal Steel Cabinet
Featuring two 12-in . Eminence 250W drivers and full stereo capability , new U . S . -made Peavey Robert Randolph Signature 212 Cabinet is built for use with the new Robert Randolph Signature Amp Head . The cabinet was specifically voiced to Randolph ’ s tastes for a wide variety of pedal steel , lap steel , and conventional electric guitar applications .
The Solid 3 / 4-in . 18-ply Russian birch construction and components aim to ensure roadworthiness and reliability . This cabinet is also works for use with any number of other amplifiers where high sound pressure levels , full-range frequency response , and faithful reproduction of a given amplifier are desired .
In stereo mode , players get a left / right configuration rated at 8 Ohms per side at over 250W per side . In mono mode , it becomes a 16 Ohm cabinet capable of handling more than 500W of power .
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 .
D ’ Angelico Guitars Excel Bowery
D ’ Angelico Guitars has introduced its new line of acoustics , dubbed the Excel Acoustics Collection . Among this new collection is the Excel Bowery . Offering dreadnought tone but with a generous single cutaway for improved versatility and playability , the Excel Bowery has returned with tonal upgrades .
Now featuring all-solid wood construction with a Sitka spruce top and solid mahogany back and sides , the Bowery strikes the balance between articulation and midrange warmth . A satin-finished slim C-shape neck and fast fingerboard radius further accentuate the Bowery ’ s focus on player comfort , while the Fishman Sonitone preamp system allows for true-to-tone amplification while avoiding obstructing the all-solid body construction . Embellishments include small mother-of-pearl diamond inlays on an ebony fingerboard as well as the new Scroll Style Throwback headstock shape . The Excel Bowery is available in Vintage Natural , Autumn Burst , and Vintage Sunset .
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