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Kepma Unplugged
Hal Leonard released “All-in-One” combo packs of its bestselling “Play Today!” instructional titles. These new items include the original Books 1 and 2 conveniently bound together and complete with online audio tracks and video lessons. The online audio includes PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows players to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right. These combo packs make perfect add-ons to holiday sales so gift recipients will be sure to get everything they need to start learning how to play their new instrument as soon as the wrapping paper is ripped off, stated the company. The first releases are Guitar, Bass, Drums and Ukulele. halleonard.com
Kepma Guitar Co. released the Kepma AcoustiFex Series D2-131A guitar. The patented AcoustiFex Preamp and Effects system gives players the ability to play acoustically with adjustable reverb, delay and chorus effects, and when plugged into an amplifier. The D2-131A features a laser-aged solid Sitka spruce top Elite with mahogany back and sides and, like all Kepma Elite models, features a Plek setup and top vibration of 300 hours to “break in” the wood. The Kepma AcoustiFex preamp and effects system utilizes a new-generation lithium ion 18650 battery that can power the unit for up to 30 or more hours of continuous playing time on a single full charge. kepmausa.com
Out of This World The Apollo SpotFX is a petite yet surprisingly bright gobo projector which allows the user to project steel, black and white glass, fullcolor glass or Apollo’s PrintScenic gobos. Image clarity is remarkable and the SpotFX may be powered by a small battery pack, allowing discrete placement within environments with limited power availability, stated the company, The SpotFX lends itself well to restaurants, pubs and retail spaces which would benefit from a small, yet punchy image projector, added the manufacturer. It is also designed for DJs and inhome use during the holidays and sporting seasons. apollodesign.net
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