By David Gedge
IN A MIC ROOM...
IK Multimedia's
Mic Room
Mic Me Up
IK Multimedia Mic Room
Polly Wants A Tuner
TC Electronic PolyTune2 Black Light Tuner
As instrument tuners become more
common, manufacturers are coming up
with new packaging and features to sell
their gear. TC Electronic's new tuner features black casing, a "mesmerizing blue
and white" LED-display and three unbelievably precise tuning modes. PolyTune 2
BlackLight is made for the "musician who
wants a tuner that truly stands out from
the rest," according to the company. With
PolyTune 2 BlackLight, "tuners are no
longer the invisible kid at the school of
rock. No, it commands attention and it
deserves it!" PolyTune's multi-string mode
lets you tune all six strings with a single
strum for an ultra-fast on-stage tune up. If
users prefer a chromatic tuner then just hit
a single string and PolyTune… you're in
chromatic mode. PolyTune 2 BlackLight is
outfitted with a dynamic strobe tuner that
delivers +/-0.1 pin-point precision, for
setting up your instrument or for
securing perfect pitch when in the
studio.
Unlike tuners that are rack
mounted or that clip on to the headstock of your guitar, PolyTune2
reserves a spot on a users pedal board,
so in that sense it's traditional. With its
pyrotechic display, it won't get lost
between your wah wah pedal and your
delay. With pricing pending, expect a
street price in the $99 range. Visit
www.tcelectronic.com for details.
News & Notes
Axes Music celebrates 16 years
Long time Mokena-based retailer Axes
Music (19364 S. LaGrange Rd) has established themselves on the southside with
their stellar teaching staff and impressive
inventory of used and vintage guitars and
amps (along with new inventory). As the
musical retail business become more
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