Eugene “Man Man” Robert’s rig for John Legend’s “Made to Love” tour.
We caught up with musical director Eugene Roberts (John Legend, Wiz Khalifa, Snoop Lion) during a rare hiatus from the studio and the road. Eugene just added an INTEGRA-7 sound module to his rig, and we asked him why sound modules are still relevant to today’s musician. More
Five winners will have their remixes of the song ‘Misgiving’ from BY MAKER (Featuring Geno Lenardo and Daniel Davies) chosen to be part of an upcoming I, Frankenstein remix E.P. to be released on Lakeshore Records. Register for the contest at Loopport and get full details on how to submit a remix and all the tools you’ll need to get started. Submissions end Tuesday, February 4 at 12:00 PM PST.
Robert “Bubby” Lewis has played bass for some of the biggest names in today’s music and is currently working on his first solo record 1UP. Instead of going through the usual channels dealing with record labels and publishers to get funding for his new record, Bubby decided to use Kickstarter to help raise funds for recording and mastering. We asked Bubby how well Kickstarter was working out to fund his solo album and what advice he had for other musicians who might be considering doing their own Kickstarter campaign. More
Omar Hakim
Omar Hakim’s incredible groove and highly musical approach to drumming make him one of the most sought-after and talked about musicians the world over. In particular, his ability to play both jazz and pop with unrivaled authority – not to mention a groove that’s so deep you can’t help but fall in – puts his name at a near-legendary status. If he had stopped at Weather Report and Miles Davis, Omar Hakim would be marked as having a formidable career but that was just the beginning. Omar Hakim defined the groove for the groundbreaking Dream of the Blue Turtles, Sting’s first solo undertaking, as well as Sting’s Bring on the Night live CD and feature-length video. And his list of credits since is staggering: Madonna, Jewel, Tracy Chapman, Lionel Richie, Mariah Carey, David Bowie, Sophi B. Hawkins, Joan Osbourne, Everything But The Girl, Dire Straits, David Sanborn, and more. On top of all this studio and live drumming, Omar Hakim is also a gifted songwriter, producer, keyboardist and singer (“with a little guitar thrown in,” he notes). More
The BOSS OD-1X OverDrive and DS-1X Distortion
Taking the famous BOSS overdrive and distortion into an all-new era, the OD-1X and DS-1X deliver sound quality, dynamic response, and tonal clarity at a level that you won’t believe. Leveraging over 35 years of tone know-how, these special edition pedals feature advanced BOSS technology for performance that’s light years beyond the capabilities of any traditional analog design. More
Roland HP508 Front Panel.
Roland’s industry leading home piano lineup has been updated and enhanced, bringing you the very latest technologies for an even more authentic piano experience. All models feature the acclaimed SuperNATURAL Piano sound engine for superior tone, as well as the all-new PHA-4 keyboard for the most sensitive touch response ever. Other great additions include a Dynamic Harmonic function for more expression, and Headphones 3D Ambience for an amazingly organic sound experience during private practice sessions. With powerful Individual Note Voicing, you’ve never had so much control to tailor the piano’s sound exactly to your personal style or playing environment. Roland’s free piano apps for Apple iOS devices are also supported, providing a unique way to learn and have more fun with the piano. More
If you play V-Drums on an upper floor in a home, apartment, condo, or office, Roland’s innovative new NE-10 and NE-1 Noise Eater products are for you. Designed for use under kick pads/pedals and hi-hat controllers/stands, these unique drum sound isolation devices reduce noise transfer to rooms below by approximately 75 percent. With the NE-10 and NE-1, you’re able to enjoy playing V-Drums anytime without disturbing others, keeping your family members and neighbors happy and you from being evicted or worse! More
Roland TM-2 Trigger Module and KT-10 Kick Trigger Pedal.
Roland’s latest E-percussion products make it easier than ever to supplement your acoustic drums with the powerful benefits of electronics. Compact and extremely affordable, the TM-2 Trigger Module provides two dual-trigger inputs, as well as over 100 ready-to-play sounds and the ability to trigger your own sounds, loops, and tracks via an SDHC card. With its low-profile design and pro feel, the KT-10 Kick Trigger Pedal integrates seamlessly alongside other pedals in your kit, and also works great as a low-noise pedal for use with V-Drums.
With the RD-800 Stage Piano, Roland takes the long-running RD series into a new realm of sound, feel, and versatility. Delivering flagship performance all the way around, this impressive instrument features Roland’s best acoustic and electric piano sounds, the latest top-of-the-line weighted keyboard action, and a vast range of additional tones for flexibility in every performing situation. The RD-800 also includes an all-new interface for maximum control on stage, great effects for enhancing sounds, and a sleek new body design that’s lighter and easier to transport than previous generations. More
Combining a diverse selection of BOSS amps and effects with a unique knob-based interface, the new ME-80 delivers the equivalent of a huge pedalboard of stomps in one travel-ready unit. Hands-on operation makes it a breeze to dial up great sounds instantly, while eight multifunction footswitches and other enhancements provide even more flexibility and real-time control options. Mobile, battery powered, and packing more incredible tones than ever before, the ME-80 is the ultimate compact multi-effects unit for gigging players. More
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