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 Shure SM58 SM58S SM 58 DynaMic Mic w Switch XLRStand  US $114.00
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 Rode Classic II Limited Collectors Edition valve condenser mic ex display MINT US $1,738.31
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 Prodipe TT1 Ludovic Lanen Model Dynamic Microphone US $19.99
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 Musicians Gear Die Cast Mic Stand Black US $15.99
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 Audio Technica AT4040 AT 4040 Cardiod Condenser Mic US $238.99
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 NEW Shure ULXP24 Beta 58 G3 Wireless Handheld Microphone System US $361.62
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 Nady SP 4C Wired Vocal Microphone With Switch 20 Foot XLR Mic Cable SP4C US $18.95
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 Coles 4038 Ribbon Microphone Matched Pair Free Shipping w Factory Warranty US $2,345.00
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 B88 New Audio Technica ATR 3350 ATR3350 Lavalier Omni directional Microphone Mic US $23.99
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 AUDIO TECHNICA AT4047 SV CARDIOD STUDIO CONDENSER MICROPHONE US $164.50
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 Sennheiser EW112P G3 Wireless Lav Camera System G Band Zoom H4n Recorder US $699.00
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 Behringer XM8500 Dynamic Microphone Cardioid US $24.09
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 Musicians Gear Microphone Stand with Fixed Boom US $19.99
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 Sennheiser e906 e 906 Guitar Amp Instrument Mic BONUS US $189.95
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 Shure DMK57 52 Drum Mic Kit Set DMK SM 57 Beta 52A SM57 US $337.00
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 On Stage Stands Posi Lok Mini Mini Boom 7 Inches US $8.99
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 VOCOPRO VHF 3300 DUAL RECHARGEABLE WIRELESS MICROPHONES US $137.95
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 New Shure SM7B Dynamic Broadcast Microphone Mic Radio SM 7B US $349.00
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 Rode Video Mic VideoMic Video Mic Directional On Camera Microphone US $125.00
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 Samson Wireless Airline 77 Aerobics Headset System N5 US $215.99
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 Sennheiser EW122P G3 EW122 P Wireless Lav Mic G Band w Zoom H4n US $699.00
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 Musicians Gear Heavy Duty Basic Mic Clip US $1.99
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 Samson Airline Micro Wireless Camera Lav Mic SystemN6 Band Zoom H4n Recorder US $449.00
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 Musicians Gear MS 220 Tripod Mic Stand with Fixed Boom Black US $19.99
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 Musicians Gear Double Pop Filter 6 US $18.95
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 Samson AirLine Micro Wireless Earset Mic System SWAM2SES N1 Band US $189.00
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 Sennheiser EW100ENG G3 Camera Wireless Mic Kit A Band w Shure SM58s US $799.95
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 Sennheiser EW100ENG G3 Camera Wireless Mic Kit G Band US $799.95
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 Musicians Gear Tripod Mic Stand w Fixed Boom Black 2 Pack US $29.98
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 SHURE DMK57 52 BETA 52A 52 A SM57 SM 57 DRUM MICROPHONE MIC KIT DMK5752 W CASE US $359.00
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 SHURE PGX24 SM58 DJ Karaoke Wireless Handheld Microphone System J6 Band US $349.00
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 NEW Naxa Electronics NAM984 Wireless Professional Microphone US $25.94
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 Line 6 XD V75 Digital Handheld Wireless mic Black Open Box US $475.00
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 Behringer XM1800S Dynamic Cardioid Vocal Microphone 3PK US $44.95
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 Pyle Pro PWMA3003T 3000W Watt Hybrid Pre AMP AM FM USB W 2 Wireless Microphone US $159.99
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 BLUE MICROPHONES BLUEBIRD CARDIOID CONDENSER MICROPHONE US $264.99
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 Shure PG48 XLR Vocal Microphone dynamic mic PG48XLR NEW IN STOCK US $39.00
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 SHURE SV100 W Dynamic Cardioid Hand held Microphone With XLR 1 4 Cable SV100W US $29.99
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 AKG C214 Stereo Set Condenser Mic Microphone Pair c 214 US $697.69
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 Focusrite ISA ONE isaone Single Channel Mic PreampPROAUDIOSTAR US $389.99
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 PylePro PDWM4300 4 Mic VHF Wireless Headset Lavalier Microphones Mikes Receivers US $110.00
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 BadAax UM600 Studio USB Cardioid Condenser Mic US $73.00
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 Shure Super 55 Pro Deluxe Classic Vocal Microphone Auth DealerFull Warranty US $189.95
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 EV RE320 New Model by ELECTRO VOICE RE320 Microphone from RE20 Heritage US $239.00
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 Sennheiser EW122P G3 EW122 P Wireless Lav Mic B Band FREE NEXT DAY AIR US $629.95
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 Azden WMS Pro 2 Microphone VHF Wireless System WMSPRO US $159.00
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 AKG C214 condensor studio mic set w mount case C 214 Factory Retail Box NEW US $399.99
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 Audio Technica ATW 701L UHF Bodypack Wireless Lavalier Microphone System US $198.00
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 Nady Metal Pop Filter Gold US $14.99
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 Rode NT4 Stereo X Y Condenser Studio Mic NT 4 Demo US $424.99
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Microboards Print Factory PF-3 Disk Printer 889406510562 $1440.75 The industrial PF-3 Print Factory is the low-cost, fast way to record HD DVDs, Blu-ray, CDs, and DVD discs automatically. Connecting to your computer with a single USB cable, the PF-3 features a low-cost, full-color, full-coverage printing solution. Using HP printing innovations, the Microboards PF-3 produces amazingly high-quality, professional discs with the highest resolution (4800 x 1200 dpi) on the market. The PF-3 also boasts the fastest print engine, producing text/graphics discs in less than twenty seconds. Its 100-disc capacity allows for 100% unattended disc printing. Included with the PF-3 is SureThing label-making software (Windows 2000, XP, Vista). For maximum productivity, up to five PF-3 Print Factory units can be connected to a single computer. |
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Microboards Print Factory PF-3 Disk Printer $1542.45 The industrial PF-3 Print Factory is the low-cost, fast way to record HD DVDs, Blu-ray, CDs, and DVD discs automatically. Connecting to your computer with a single USB cable, the PF-3 features a low-cost, full-color, full-coverage printing solution. Using HP printing innovations, the Microboards PF-3 produces amazingly high-quality, professional discs with the highest resolution (4800 x 1200 dpi) on the market. The PF-3 also boasts the fastest print engine, producing text/graphics discs in less than twenty seconds. Its 100-disc capacity allows for 100% unattended disc printing. Included with the PF-3 is SureThing label-making software (Windows 2000, XP, Vista). For maximum productivity, up to five PF-3 Print Factory units can be connected to a single computer. |
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Arturia Analog Experience - The Factory Hybrid Synthesizer $269 Analog Experience - The Factory Hybrid Synthesizer uses the same quick-and-easy-to-use software as Analog Factory with a dedicated keyboard that gives you access to the very best of Arturia's signature sounds. With the pre-assigned knobs and faders all these sounds are ready to be tweaked in real time, right out of the box. You can put your mouse away and enjoy the same experience traditional hardware synths offer.The Arturia Factory synthesizer pack comes with a premium controller featuring a 32-key velocity-sensitive keyboard and multiple knobs and faders, putting all these sounds right at your fingertips. Plus, The Factory's integrated aftertouch offers you a maximum amount of musical expression.This compact, high-quality controller comes in a sturdy aluminum case and can also serve as a MIDI controller. Linked to an accessible virtual synth, it makes Arturia's The Factory the ideal solution for the modern musician who's always on the go.The Arturia Analog Experience - The Factory velocity-sensitive keyboard places a wide dynamic range at the player's fingertips. Smooth key action, keys shaped for comfortable glissando playing, and silent operation come as a result of CME's expertise in the production of controller keyboards. 32 keys and a sturdy aluminum case make the Analog Factory keyboard the ideal solution for the contemporary musician who is always on the go.All presets in Arturia Analog Experience - The Factory synthesizer have been carefully selected from the Arturia Classic Synths : minimoog V, Moog Modular V, CS-80 V, ARP2600 V, Jupiter-8V, Prophet 5 and Prophet VS. These TAE-powered sounds offer unparalleled audio quality.Arturia SoftwareIncludes Analog Factory 2.5 with 3500 synths soundsAll presets are carefully selected from the Arturia Classic Synths (minimoog V, Moog Modular V, CS-80V, ARP 2600 V, Prophet V, Prophet VS and Jupiter-8V). These TAE-powered sounds offer unparalleled audio quality.Fast filter the presets to your requirements: by Instrument, by Type (Bass, Pads, Leads, etc.) and/or by Characteristics (hard, soft, complex, simple, short, long, etc.), and find presets according to these filtered choices.Organize Presets view by Name, Instrument, Type, CPU usage, Favorites, or User PresetsStraight forward editing, with the most essential parameters for personalizing presets: (Filter and LFO sections, 4 Key Parameters differing for each preset, Chorus & Delay mix, ADSR envelope), and moreHardware:32-key keyboard with velocity and aftertouch1 clickable encoder, 10 encoders, 4 sliders, 11 switches, 1 modulation wheel, 1 pitch bend wheelHold, Sustain, and Expression ConnectorsUltra-thin 25 keys with full-action effect and velocity sensitivityHigh-quality aluminum and wooden caseAlso functions as a universal MIDI controller |
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Used Arturia Analog Experience - The Factory Hybrid Synthesizer $244.79 Analog Experience - The Factory Hybrid Synthesizer uses the same quick-and-easy-to-use software as Analog Factory with a dedicated keyboard that gives you access to the very best of Arturia's signature sounds. With the pre-assigned knobs and faders all these sounds are ready to be tweaked in real time, right out of the box. You can put your mouse away and enjoy the same experience traditional hardware synths offer.The Arturia Factory synthesizer pack comes with a premium controller featuring a 32-key velocity-sensitive keyboard and multiple knobs and faders, putting all these sounds right at your fingertips. Plus, The Factory's integrated aftertouch offers you a maximum amount of musical expression.This compact, high-quality controller comes in a sturdy aluminum case and can also serve as a MIDI controller. Linked to an accessible virtual synth, it makes Arturia's The Factory the ideal solution for the modern musician who's always on the go.The Arturia Analog Experience - The Factory velocity-sensitive keyboard places a wide dynamic range at the player's fingertips. Smooth key action, keys shaped for comfortable glissando playing, and silent operation come as a result of CME's expertise in the production of controller keyboards. 32 keys and a sturdy aluminum case make the Analog Factory keyboard the ideal solution for the contemporary musician who is always on the go.All presets in Arturia Analog Experience - The Factory synthesizer have been carefully selected from the Arturia Classic Synths : minimoog V, Moog Modular V, CS-80 V, ARP2600 V, Jupiter-8V, Prophet 5 and Prophet VS. These TAE-powered sounds offer unparalleled audio quality.Arturia SoftwareIncludes Analog Factory 2.5 with 3500 synths soundsAll presets are carefully selected from the Arturia Classic Synths (minimoog V, Moog Modular V, CS-80V, ARP 2600 V, Prophet V, Prophet VS and Jupiter-8V). These TAE-powered sounds offer unparalleled audio quality.Fast filter the presets to your requirements: by Instrument, by Type (Bass, Pads, Leads, etc.) and/or by Characteristics (hard, soft, complex, simple, short, long, etc.), and find presets according to these filtered choices.Organize Presets view by Name, Instrument, Type, CPU usage, Favorites, or User PresetsStraight forward editing, with the most essential parameters for personalizing presets: (Filter and LFO sections, 4 Key Parameters differing for each preset, Chorus & Delay mix, ADSR envelope), and moreHardware:32-key keyboard with velocity and aftertouch1 clickable encoder, 10 encoders, 4 sliders, 11 switches, 1 modulation wheel, 1 pitch bend wheelHold, Sustain, and Expression ConnectorsUltra-thin 25 keys with full-action effect and velocity sensitivityHigh-quality aluminum and wooden caseAlso functions as a universal MIDI controller |
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Microboards Print Factory Pf-3 Disk Printer $1695 The industrial PF-3 Print Factory is the low-cost, fast way to record HD DVDs, Blu-ray, CDs, and DVD discs automatically. Connecting to your computer with a single USB cable, the PF-3 features a low-cost, full-color, full-coverage printing solution. Using HP printing innovations, the Microboards PF-3 produces amazingly high-quality, professional discs with the highest resolution (4800 x 1200 dpi) on the market. The PF-3 also boasts the fastest print engine, producing text/graphics discs in less than twenty seconds. Its 100-disc capacity allows for 100% unattended disc printing. Included with the PF-3 is SureThing label-making software (Windows 2000, XP, Vista). For maximum productivity, up to five PF-3 Print Factory units can be connected to a single computer.Print Speed Specifications: Speed depends upon percentage of coverage and print mode selected.PhotoApprox. 115 seconds for 100% full-color coverage, Photo Best ModeApprox. 80 seconds for 100% full-color coverage, Photo Normal ModeText & GraphicsApprox. 65 seconds for 100% full-color coverage, Text & Graphics Best ModeApprox. 25 seconds for 100% full-color coverage, Text & Graphics Normal ModeApprox. 30 seconds for 20% coverage Text & Graphics Best ModeApprox. 20 seconds for 20% coverage Text & Graphics Normal ModePF-3 PRINT FACTORY FEATURESHighest throughput inkjet disc printer in the industryLow-cost per printImproved loading and reliability withDiscPlace TechnologyEasy disc alignment calibration100 disc capacityIncludes software (Windows 2000, XP, Vista)Ink Cartridge TypesMicroboards V102C (Color)Microboards V101B (Black)Media Types: Printable-surface 120mm HD DVD, Blu-Ray, CD-R, and DVD-RLabel Creation Software: SureThing CD and DVD Labeler Microboards Edition (Windows 2000, XP, Vista)Maximum Print Width: 4.72" (120mm)Power SupplyAuto Detect AC Power:90VAC 240VAC, 47Hz 63HzWarranty: One Year Limited WarrantyPrint TechnologyHP InkjetPrint Quality, Black: 600 x 600 dpiPrint Quality, Color: up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpiConnectivity: USB 2.0 (Windows 2000, XP, Vista) |
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Used Microboards Print Factory Pf-3 Disk Printer $1542.45 The industrial PF-3 Print Factory is the low-cost, fast way to record HD DVDs, Blu-ray, CDs, and DVD discs automatically. Connecting to your computer with a single USB cable, the PF-3 features a low-cost, full-color, full-coverage printing solution. Using HP printing innovations, the Microboards PF-3 produces amazingly high-quality, professional discs with the highest resolution (4800 x 1200 dpi) on the market. The PF-3 also boasts the fastest print engine, producing text/graphics discs in less than twenty seconds. Its 100-disc capacity allows for 100% unattended disc printing. Included with the PF-3 is SureThing label-making software (Windows 2000, XP, Vista). For maximum productivity, up to five PF-3 Print Factory units can be connected to a single computer.Print Speed Specifications: Speed depends upon percentage of coverage and print mode selected.PhotoApprox. 115 seconds for 100% full-color coverage, Photo Best ModeApprox. 80 seconds for 100% full-color coverage, Photo Normal ModeText & GraphicsApprox. 65 seconds for 100% full-color coverage, Text & Graphics Best ModeApprox. 25 seconds for 100% full-color coverage, Text & Graphics Normal ModeApprox. 30 seconds for 20% coverage Text & Graphics Best ModeApprox. 20 seconds for 20% coverage Text & Graphics Normal ModePF-3 PRINT FACTORY FEATURESHighest throughput inkjet disc printer in the industryLow-cost per printImproved loading and reliability withDiscPlace TechnologyEasy disc alignment calibration100 disc capacityIncludes software (Windows 2000, XP, Vista)Ink Cartridge TypesMicroboards V102C (Color)Microboards V101B (Black)Media Types: Printable-surface 120mm HD DVD, Blu-Ray, CD-R, and DVD-RLabel Creation Software: SureThing CD and DVD Labeler Microboards Edition (Windows 2000, XP, Vista)Maximum Print Width: 4.72" (120mm)Power SupplyAuto Detect AC Power:90VAC 240VAC, 47Hz 63HzWarranty: One Year Limited WarrantyPrint TechnologyHP InkjetPrint Quality, Black: 600 x 600 dpiPrint Quality, Color: up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpiConnectivity: USB 2.0 (Windows 2000, XP, Vista) |
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Aphex Punch Factory Optical Compressor Effects Pedal $199 The Punch Factory takes Aphex's legendary optical technology - normally only found in expensive rack-mounted studio gear - and puts it at your feet and into your live performance. It's one of the most transparent, uncolored compressions you can find at any price.Punch Factory levels out volume peaks and dips, maintaining a consistent level within your mix. Quiet passages no longer get lost, and louder passages don't overpower. All without the pumping, "breathing" artifacts commonly found in most compressor pedals. The new Punch Factory has something that most other optical compressors don't havea Ratio Control. This allows changing the amount of compression without overtly affecting the level.If you're familiar with the sound of a high-quality studio compressor, you'll know what to expect from the Punch Factory.Aphex Optical ElementThe optical element used in the Punch Factory is engineered by Aphex to provide unique characteristics that are ideal for musical instrument compression - few other optical compressors sound this good because Aphex doesn't settle for off-the-shelf, conventional optical elements.Benefits for Your ToneWhen used well, a proper compressor will extend the sensitivity of an instrument, bringing up the tonal nuances that contain the sensuality of your music. That goes just as well for basses as guitars. Your music will be more consistent, filling the volume envelope more fatly, making the track stand out better in a mix. Similarly, in live music, you will fill better and your playing will be more apparent among the band.SustainTypically, compression gathers more sustain. When you play, you hear the notes last longer because the compressor keeps raising the level automatically until it runs out of gain. Every time you hit a chord or note, the compressor "attacks" on the sound envelope and reduces its volume, then the volume "releases" back up as the sound dies out.PunchConventional compressors attack at different rates. Too fast an attack will suck the life out of your music while too slow loses effectiveness. The Aphex Punch Factory has a complex attack characteristic that adapts to the sound, letting it emerge enhanced, or subtly exaggerated. This creates "Punch", aiding the articulation of the sound and creating a lush and full sound.Ideal for musical instrument compressionExtends sensitivity, bringing up tonal nuancesIncreases sustainAdds punch and articulationCreates a more lush and full sound |
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Arturia Analog Experience, The Factory + THE ONE bundle $369 Analog Experience THE FACTORY features a dedicated keyboard along with the legendary Analog Factory software, allowing all sounds to be dramatically modified instantaneously, making this hybrid ensemble stand apart.The keyboard itself can work as a controller for any third-party software or hardware instrument. It is actually a premium quality MIDI keyboard, offering smooth key-action, aftertouch, aluminum casing and an array of real time controls.The Factory uses the same quick and easy-to-use software as Analog Factory with a dedicated keyboard that gives you access to the very best of Arturias signature sounds. And, with the pre-assigned knobs and faders all these sounds are ready to be tweaked in realtime, right out of the box. You can put your mouse away and enjoy the same experience traditional hardware synths offer.The Factory comes with a premium controller featuring a 32 key velocity-sensitive keyboard and multiple knobs and faders, putting all these sounds right at the players fingertips. And now with aftertouch integrated, The Factory offers a maximum amount of musical expression.Main Software FeaturesIncludes Analog Factory 2.5 with 3500 synths soundsAll presets are carefully selected from the Arturia Classic Synths (minimoog V, Moog Modular V, CS-80V, ARP 2600 V, Prophet V, Prophet VS and Jupiter-8V)Quickly filter the presets to your requirements: by instrument, by type (bass, pads, leads) and/or by characteristics (hard, soft, complex, simple, short, long), and find presets according to these filtered choicesOrganize Presets view by Name, Instrument, Type, CPU usage, Favorites, or User PresetsStraightforward Editing, with the most essential parameters for personalizing presets: (Filter and LFO sections, 4 Key Parameters differing for each preset, Chorus & Delay mix, ADSR envelope)This bundle comes with Arturia's The ONE, software sampler package. The ONE is a simple, new way to discover Arturia Products. The ONE is a DVD containing 8 Arturia software products and their manuals. Install 8 of Arturia's best virtual products (Analog Factory 2.5, Minimoog V Moog Modular V ARP2600V CS-80V Prophet V Jupiter-8V Brass 2) and use them with no function limitations for 15 days. Once you've tried them all out you pick The ONE you want to activate.The ONE gives you full acces to Arturia's powerful products for a 15 days trial period at the end of which you pick your software of choice.Software Features 7 accurate emulations of legendary analog synthesizers that have defined the sound of modern music.1 Virtual acoustic instrument : Brass, an extremely powerful physical modeling software that allows you to accurately emulate a trumpet, trombone or saxophone.All synthesizers in the pack come with more then 400 carefully selected presetsSmart Pres |
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Used Arturia Analog Experience, The Factory + The One Bundle $335.79 Analog Experience THE FACTORY features a dedicated keyboard along with the legendary Analog Factory software, allowing all sounds to be dramatically modified instantaneously, making this hybrid ensemble stand apart.The keyboard itself can work as a controller for any third-party software or hardware instrument. It is actually a premium quality MIDI keyboard, offering smooth key-action, aftertouch, aluminum casing and an array of real time controls.The Factory uses the same quick and easy-to-use software as Analog Factory with a dedicated keyboard that gives you access to the very best of Arturias signature sounds. And, with the pre-assigned knobs and faders all these sounds are ready to be tweaked in realtime, right out of the box. You can put your mouse away and enjoy the same experience traditional hardware synths offer.The Factory comes with a premium controller featuring a 32 key velocity-sensitive keyboard and multiple knobs and faders, putting all these sounds right at the players fingertips. And now with aftertouch integrated, The Factory offers a maximum amount of musical expression.Main Software FeaturesIncludes Analog Factory 2.5 with 3500 synths soundsAll presets are carefully selected from the Arturia Classic Synths (minimoog V, Moog Modular V, CS-80V, ARP 2600 V, Prophet V, Prophet VS and Jupiter-8V)Quickly filter the presets to your requirements: by instrument, by type (bass, pads, leads) and/or by characteristics (hard, soft, complex, simple, short, long), and find presets according to these filtered choicesOrganize Presets view by Name, Instrument, Type, CPU usage, Favorites, or User PresetsStraightforward Editing, with the most essential parameters for personalizing presets: (Filter and LFO sections, 4 Key Parameters differing for each preset, Chorus & Delay mix, ADSR envelope)This bundle comes with Arturia's The ONE, software sampler package. The ONE is a simple, new way to discover Arturia Products. The ONE is a DVD containing 8 Arturia software products and their manuals. Install 8 of Arturia's best virtual products (Analog Factory 2.5, Minimoog V Moog Modular V ARP2600V CS-80V Prophet V Jupiter-8V Brass 2) and use them with no function limitations for 15 days. Once you've tried them all out you pick The ONE you want to activate.The ONE gives you full acces to Arturia's powerful products for a 15 days trial period at the end of which you pick your software of choice.Software Features 7 accurate emulations of legendary analog synthesizers that have defined the sound of modern music.1 Virtual acoustic instrument : Brass, an extremely powerful physical modeling software that allows you to accurately emulate a trumpet, trombone or saxophone.All synthesizers in the pack come with more then 400 carefully selected presetsSmart Preset Managers to organize the presets: view by Name, Instrument, Type and Project.Photo realistic interfaces that perfectly resemble their predecessors on screen.Addition of new modulation possibilities, |
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Used Digidesign Digi 003 Factory Complete 889406376786 $1559.5 003 Factory Complete puts massive music creation and post-production power in your handsliterallyenabling you to record, edit, and mix 7.1 surround sessions hands-on, with up to 128 simultaneous audio tracks and 64 Instrument tracks. You can also collaborate on projects with Pro Tools"HD-based studios and editors. The bundle includes an Avid 003 Factory Pro Tools LE personal studio system and the Complete Production Toolkit software expansion option.003 FactoryWith an extensive range of audio and MIDI I/O, high-definition audio resolution, the creativity and speed of industry-standard Pro Tools software, FireWire connectivity, and a big, comprehensive bundle of powerful software included free, 003 Factory enables you to attain the same high audio production quality as commercial facilities in your own personal or project studio. Get powerful hands-on control of your Pro Tools LE sessions through its integrated control surface and take advantage of the plethora of I/O to connect and monitor your studio gear. Its portable size gives you the freedom to take a professional Pro Tools system anywhere your creative skills are neededor inspired. And, with over 80 powerful plug-ins, virtual instruments, and compatible applications included, you have everything you need (and then some) to compose, perform, record, edit, mix, and master audio for music and desktop post production projectswith truly professional results. Digi 003 Factory Complete pairs the 003 Factory with the Complete Production Toolkit gives you a complete Pro Tools LE workstation geared for post production and music creation.Powerful Software Expansion for Post and MusicThe Complete Production Toolkit is the most powerful expansion option for Pro Tools LE, greatly expanding your system's creative power and capabilities, and offering the ultimate in post-production and music creation versatility. The toolkit provides complete 7.1 surround mixing support, a full range of groundbreaking virtual instruments and effects plug-ins (worth over $2,650), support for up to 128 simultaneous audio tracks, and dedicated post-production and music creation tools.Bundled Plug-InsIn addition to M-Audio Torq LE DJ software and an incredible 8GB collection of pro-quality loops from industry sound heavyweights Big Fish Audio, Pro Tools software includes a comprehensive bundle of amazing virtual instruments, effects, and utility plug-ins.Product Availability: Pro Tools 8.0.4Free downloadable update offers Windows support (LE and M-Powered); improvements for all Pro Tools systems. Avid is pleased to announce the availability of Pro Tools 8.0.4, a free upgrade for all registered Pro Tools users. This latest update offers many performance enhancements and fixes, plus adds Windows 7 support for Pro Tools LE and Pro Tools M-Powered systems.003 FactoryIntegrated Control Surface8 touch-sensitive motorized faders8 motion-sensitive rotary encoders for pan/send/meter/plug-in controlDedicated mute, solo, and select/recor |
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Used Digidesign Digi 003 Factory Complete $2838.29 003 Factory Complete puts massive music creation and post-production power in your handsliterallyenabling you to record, edit, and mix 7.1 surround sessions hands-on, with up to 128 simultaneous audio tracks and 64 Instrument tracks. You can also collaborate on projects with Pro Tools"HD-based studios and editors. The bundle includes an Avid 003 Factory Pro Tools LE personal studio system and the Complete Production Toolkit software expansion option.003 FactoryWith an extensive range of audio and MIDI I/O, high-definition audio resolution, the creativity and speed of industry-standard Pro Tools software, FireWire connectivity, and a big, comprehensive bundle of powerful software included free, 003 Factory enables you to attain the same high audio production quality as commercial facilities in your own personal or project studio. Get powerful hands-on control of your Pro Tools LE sessions through its integrated control surface and take advantage of the plethora of I/O to connect and monitor your studio gear. Its portable size gives you the freedom to take a professional Pro Tools system anywhere your creative skills are neededor inspired. And, with over 80 powerful plug-ins, virtual instruments, and compatible applications included, you have everything you need (and then some) to compose, perform, record, edit, mix, and master audio for music and desktop post production projectswith truly professional results. Digi 003 Factory Complete pairs the 003 Factory with the Complete Production Toolkit gives you a complete Pro Tools LE workstation geared for post production and music creation.Powerful Software Expansion for Post and MusicThe Complete Production Toolkit is the most powerful expansion option for Pro Tools LE, greatly expanding your system's creative power and capabilities, and offering the ultimate in post-production and music creation versatility. The toolkit provides complete 7.1 surround mixing support, a full range of groundbreaking virtual instruments and effects plug-ins (worth over $2,650), support for up to 128 simultaneous audio tracks, and dedicated post-production and music creation tools.Bundled Plug-InsIn addition to M-Audio Torq LE DJ software and an incredible 8GB collection of pro-quality loops from industry sound heavyweights Big Fish Audio, Pro Tools software includes a comprehensive bundle of amazing virtual instruments, effects, and utility plug-ins.Product Availability: Pro Tools 8.0.4Free downloadable update offers Windows support (LE and M-Powered); improvements for all Pro Tools systems. Avid is pleased to announce the availability of Pro Tools 8.0.4, a free upgrade for all registered Pro Tools users. This latest update offers many performance enhancements and fixes, plus adds Windows 7 support for Pro Tools LE and Pro Tools M-Powered systems.003 FactoryIntegrated Control Surface8 touch-sensitive motorized faders8 motion-sensitive rotary encoders for pan/send/meter/plug-in controlDedicated mute, solo, and select/recor |
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Digidesign Digidesign Digi 003 Factory Complete With Pro Tools 9 Crossgrade $3768 This special crossgrade pairs Digidesign's Digi 003 Factory Complete, which includes a full-featured workstation with Pro Tools LE and Complete Production Toolkit, and adds the latest full version of Pro Tools at one great price. Since the Digi 003 Factory Complete comes with Pro Tools LE, it automatically qualifies you for the crossgrade price of Pro Tools 9. This hardware/software combination will allow you to make any kind of music you want, and save you a significant amount of money.003 Factory003 Factory Complete puts massive music creation and post-production power in your handsliterallyenabling you to record, edit, and mix 7.1 surround sessions hands-on, with up to 128 simultaneous audio tracks and 64 Instrument tracks. You can also collaborate on projects with Pro Tools"HD-based studios and editors. The bundle includes an Avid 003 Factory Pro Tools LE personal studio system and the Complete Production Toolkit software expansion option.With an extensive range of audio and MIDI I/O, high-definition audio resolution, the creativity and speed of industry-standard Pro Tools software, FireWire connectivity, and a big, comprehensive bundle of powerful software included free, 003 Factory enables you to attain the same high audio production quality as commercial facilities in your own personal or project studio. Get powerful hands-on control of your Pro Tools LE sessions through its integrated control surface and take advantage of the plethora of I/O to connect and monitor your studio gear. Its portable size gives you the freedom to take a professional Pro Tools system anywhere your creative skills are neededor inspired. And, with over 80 powerful plug-ins, virtual instruments, and compatible applications included, you have everything you need (and then some) to compose, perform, record, edit, mix, and master audio for music and desktop post production projectswith truly professional results. Digi 003 Factory Complete pairs the 003 Factory with the Complete Production Toolkit gives you a complete Pro Tools LE workstation geared for post production and music creation.Powerful Software Expansion for Post and MusicThe Complete Production Toolkit is the most powerful expansion option for Pro Tools LE, greatly expanding your system's creative power and capabilities, and offering the ultimate in post-production and music creation versatility. The toolkit provides complete 7.1 surround mixing support, a full range of groundbreaking virtual instruments and effects plug-ins (worth over $2,650), support for up to 128 simultaneous audio tracks, and dedicated post-production and music creation tools.Bundled Plug-InsIn addition to M-Audio Torq LE DJ software and an incredible 8GB collection of pro-quality loops from industry sound heavyweights Big Fish Audio, Pro Tools software includes a comprehensive bundle of amazing virtual instruments, effects, and utility plug-ins.Pro Tools 9Pro Tools 9 redefines one of the world's most popular, most advanced music and a |
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The End of Factory Farming
If those who consume mass meat products could witness either a) the conditions 95% of the animals in the factory farm industry have to endure, or b) the loss that is accruing in humanity’s inner life due to this animal abuse - the industry would grind to a halt overnight. Surely the human race cannot be as diabolical as its relationship with the animal kingdom suggests.
- the Earth Vision project, 2008
Recently, although an omnivore in my own diet, and given to eating some meat (organically and humanely raised), I was ready to give up on humanity, a species that was continuing to allow acute brutality and suffering to visit animals (could this be the same humanity that initiated the SPCA? Or was that a mere ruse toward humane treatment of non-human species?).
However, I was not aware, at the time, of certain developments that gave cause for hope. For example, some European countries are slated to ban the harshest aspects of factory farming. And speculation suggests that the entire European Union will go on board in the (hopefully) near future. This development, in turn, will generate pressure upon North America to eventually follow suit.
And on this continent, the state of California has recently put forward a proposition to oppose the worst aspects of factory farming.
The real picture
The crowded conditions of factory farming require the use of increasing dosages of antibiotics and pesticides to maintain operations.
These chemical applications (through which the pharmaceutical industry is reaping obscene profits), it turns out, amount to the cultivation of superbugs that will almost certainly assail humanity in devastating ways.
The degradation of cattle is linked to the rise in Alzheimer’s disease, as the human brain gives way to a spongiform condition. Contrary to popular opinion, cows are still being forced to be cannibalistic, as they are fed blood, bone meal, and other miscellaneous aspects of other cows (no brain matter, but most everything else). And testing for Mad Cow currently involves only a tiny fraction of overall herds. Further, because Mad Cow can take ten years to manifest, it is estimated that thousands of infected cows per year are likely entering the system. If you are still eating beef, run like hell the other way!
(And see The Return of Bison and Wolf for an alternative.)
Environmentally, manure and wastes from combined animal operations account for three times as much waste as humans produce, wastes that commonly go untreated. This waste is contributing to emissions that are rapidly warming the planet and creating water pollution and "dead zones" nationwide.
The factory farm industry, and the wealthy and powerful agricultural and pharmaceutical lobbies, are at this moment fighting laws that would mandate the provision of information on toxic emissions.
Many North Americans and Europeans cite the cost of food as a reason to both avoid choosing organic food and to continue the barbarism against animals. In fact, the cost of food in North America is extremely low. Consider how in many Third world countries vast numbers of people are working all day just to feed themselves. That is truly expensive provision! In the developed countries, food - even if buying all organic and humanely raised food - is very inexpensive.
The factory farm issue is not at all a question of affordability. Rather, and quite remarkably, when we consider the economic impacts of environmental damage, human health impact (already big, but only the tip of the iceberg), socioeconomic impact, not to mention the weighty load of nasty karma diners-on-suffering-flesh are surely accruing. . . it’s becoming clear now that we cannot afford to continue factory farming.
Some of the ingredients in animal factory feed translate, ultimately, into what they are feeding you: excessive grain (not a natural diet for cattle - leads to liver and digestive imbalances and illnesses); shredded bits of plastic(!) in lieu of natural roughage; meat from the same species (cannibalizing effect, leads to BSE, avian bird flu, lots more to come); animal by-products (so-called “animal protein products” - rendered feathers, hair, skin, hooves, internal organs, beaks, bones; drugs and chemicals (needed due to over-crowding).
Numerous forms of abuse
Foie gras, in fact diseased liver, is produced by force-feeding ducks and geese an unnatural amount and type of food until their livers become diseased and enlarge up to ten times their normal, healthy size. More than a dozen countries, California, and the city of Chicago, have all legislated against foie gras production on animal welfare grounds.
Routine mutilations, usually without anesthesia, include castration, de-beaking, de-toeing, tail docking, and others.
As a final aspect of exploration on this issue, let us use the domestic chicken as a point of departure, in order to explore the difference between, on the one hand, the abused and obliterated non-entity that factory farming creates, versus the dynamic being that became a close companion to humanity several thousand years ago:
Jungle fowl (Gallus gallus), ornate, exotic, adorned in fiery, multi-hued plumage, prefers forest edges. Originating in the foothills of the Himalayas, the jungle fowl is equally at home where it can retreat into the protection of a dim thicket, or emerge to explore opportunities in open spaces. When kept as pets, chickens are known to exhibit intelligent behavior. The rooster of the species displays remarkable nerve, often fearlessly confronting a being 20 times its size. Dubbed the Herald of Dawn, in more ways than one it delivers a wake up call. In the human cultural context, its call is said to mean “liberation from darkness.”
The time has come to do just that, on behalf of all domesticated species. Picture the highest form of existence - for cattle, pigs, chickens, all the beings we have domesticated - free-ranging, healthy, able to fulfill their lives. And, rather than being abused in a process of obliviation, imagine enabling our animal companions to evolve further, to a higher state of being, that which is their true destiny.
Picture humanity freeing itself, as well, evolving the qualities and resources of the inner tapestry that weaves in tandem with its companion animals. The two are inseparable.
Co-evolution is calling.
To view the full version of this article, and access further links and resources on this issue visit the Earth Vision site,
Click on: The End of Factory Farming
Or go here:
http://www.evbooks.net/earth_vision_029.htm
About the Author
J Graf is the coordinator of Insight21 - http://www.insight21.net
and the sister site, Earth Vision - http://www.evsite.net
- - - doorways for the 21st Century.
September 15th, 2006 in
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