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Amplified: I Was Told There’d Be No Math
Jim and Dan talk about Pixelmator for iPhone, Scott Forstall is producing a Broadway musical, Apple Pay is creaming Walmart in the mobile payment war, how to back up your Apple Watch, Facebook begins testing instant articles from news publishers, the American Deluxe Stratocaster HSS Shawbucker, and more.
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B. B. King, defining bluesman for generations, dies at 89
The thrill is gone.
BIAS FX for iPad
BIAS FX turns your iPad into a world-class, guitar amp-and-effects processor. It gives you an endless collection of insanely great-sounding guitar pedalboards, ultra-high definition stereo rack effects, dual amps and dual signal chain. You can share and download users and artists signature guitar pedalboards from the cloud.
Yes. Download!
Watch Rachel Flowers, blind since birth, nail this Frank Zappa solo on stage with Dweezil Zappa and the band
Rachel Flowers is a terrific musician. Her keyboard skills rival her guitar chops. I don’t know the whole backstory, but apparently Rachel’s Zappa mastery became known to Dweezil Zappa and he invited her to guest-gig with his band, Zappa Plays Zappa in Las Vegas this past Saturday night.
Amplified: I sleep nude
Jim and Dan talk about the meaning behind the WWDC announcement, why Jim got three Apple Watches, the evolution of music (from vinyl to tapes to cd’s and now streaming), beginning guitar without an amp, and more.
My life with iPad
Five years ago today, Apple unveiled iPad, a device that would change the way many people thought about computing, me included.
Dan and Jim on Amplified 133: Tim Needs His Cookies
Dan returns to join Jim on this episode to talk in depth about the Apple Watch, guitars, and more.
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iRig 2 unveiled
Just like its predecessor, the new iRig 2 plugs directly into the mini jack input of a mobile device. It lets musicians send an instrument signal to apps, such as IK’s AmpliTube, while also providing on-board output for real-time monitoring.
iRig 2 now comes with gain control, which lets users precisely adjust the input gain of their instrument to match their mobile device. This means that it can be customized to always provide the best sound, no matter what type of guitar, bass or line-level instrument or device is used.
Its new 1/4″ amplifier output, in addition to its traditional 1/8″ headphone output, allows iRig 2 to be plugged directly into a guitar amplifier or powered speakers without an adaptor. This helps to keep all cable connections tidy and organized.
A new FX/THRU switch allows iRig 2 to send either a wet or dry signal through the device. This means that guitarists can play live with an amplifier and use their mobile device with a tuner app, such as IK’s UltraTuner, or a recording app, such as IK’s iRig Recorder, to record a dry signal for further processing.
I’ve been an IK Multimedia user for many years. From the Mac to my iOS devices, the company’s software and hardware has always been close to my guitars and ready to go. I’ve been playing around with the iRig 2 and like what I’ve seen so far, especially with the option to adjust the input gain and go out to an amp or speaker. I’ll have a more full-featured review in the coming weeks.
Amplified: “If you put a Heineken a kilometre away, I’ll walk there to get it”
Jim, Shawn and Dave talk about fitness, Steve Jobs, Apple rumors and riffing on the guitar!
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Amplified: Can you submerge the Apple Watch in Bolognese Sauce?
Jim, Shawn and Dave talk through the Apple Watch Event details!
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Metallica to reissue early cassette on Record Store Day
The seven-track demo (Metallica’s second overall) dropped during the summer of 1982, when the band members themselves (which then included Dave Mustaine on guitar in the pre-Kirk Hammett days) sent the copies out to friends and the underground metal cognoscenti.
Yeah, I’ll be picking this one up.
Amplified: “I’m held together with cigarettes and Heineken…”
Jim, Shawn and Dave talk about the Apple Watch, healthier lifestyles and guitar amp software!
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An oral history of 70’s music mecca Laurel Canyon
Some of the biggest names in 60s and 70s singer-songwriting made their homes in California’s Laurel Canyon, just outside of Los Angeles. This is how they remember it. Fantastic read.
Led Zeppelin re-releases Physical Graffiti 40 years later
The Led Zeppelin reissue campaign continues in 2015, turning the spotlight on the double album Physical Graffiti. The deluxe edition of the group’s sixth studio album will arrive 40 years to the day after the original debuted on February 24, 1975. As with the previous deluxe editions, Physical Graffiti has been newly remastered by guitarist and producer Jimmy Page and is accompanied by a disc of companion audio comprising previously unreleased music related to the original release.
It’s available for pre-order.
Amplified: “I walk 2.5 miles a day. In kilometres, that’s 6,000”
Jim and Shawn talk about Super Bowl ads, TUAW, music creation and good bourbon!
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Zakk Wylde unveils his own line of audio gear
Zak’s own line of guitars, amps, and anything else audio. Count me in!
Samson’s professional wireless system
Samson’s new Synth 7 raises the standard for premium UHF wireless performance. Available in five unique configurations (Handheld, Guitar, Headset, Earset, Presentation), the Synth 7 system features rugged all-metal construction, as well as dynamic LCD setup and monitoring options. Together with advanced system features and flawless operation, Synth 7 is the future of professional wireless.
There’s a little something for everyone here. They have a Web page set up for each category, so you can see how you can use it.
Yamaha introduces the perfect mixer for podcasters
Usually when I write about Yamaha at NAMM, I’ll talk about new guitars or keyboards, but today the company introduced a new mixer it said was designed specifically for webcasting, podcasting, gaming and music production. […]
Universal Audio unveils Apollo Expanded
I’ve made no secret about my love of Universal Audio products. For years, they have been my go to company when recording and mixing audio. Today things got even better. […]
Line 6 Firehawk FX multi-effect processor
The Firehawk FX multi-effect processor combines world-class tone with intuitive app-based editing, so you can get the perfect sound faster than ever before. The Firehawk Remote app for iOS and Android gives you the power to sculpt great tone, right in the palm of your hand. Choose from over 200 legendary amps and effects—including 50 HD models—and wirelessly control every detail of your sound. You get access to 128 internal presets plus a massive online tone library, making it easy to find the right sound for any recording session, rehearsal or gig. With 1/4” and Variax Digital (VDI) inputs, two outputs, FX loop, USB connectivity and ultra-low latency, Firehawk FX is also an ideal guitar recording interface for PC, Mac and iOS.
I love that Line 6 is going after the entire market here—mobile and desktop. I haven’t tried the Firehawk, but it’s reminiscent of an HD500, but with more color and options.
Amplified: “You’re bald, you got a big gut and those pants don’t fit”
Jim and Shawn talk about quoting Steve Jobs, Google Glass, Mac magazines and NAMM!
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AC/DC’s Malcolm Young was also treated for cancer and a heart condition
While his treatment for dementia would ultimately pull him from the band he started, AC/DC guitarist Malcolm Young was also treated for cancer and a heart condition after than band’s last tour. So sad.
Amplified: “Are you alright or did someone stab you?”
Jim and Shawn talk about Apple’s 2014, Amplitube and guitars!
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Output direct from the sound board for live acts like Mark Knopfler
I’m not sure how widespread this practice is, but today I learned that you can buy a USB stick with the output taken directly from a live show…
Jimi’s influence
This course is for Hendrix fans who want to learn his unique style of blues playing. Taking cues from Red House and Voodoo Chile Blues, this course will not disappoint.
Anthony Stauffer just released new guitar lessons teaching you all about Jimi Hendrix, one of the greatest guitarists to ever pick up the instrument.
Three months with the iPhone 6 Plus
“Wow!”
That was my initial reaction to the iPhone 6 Plus when I held it after the event in Cupertino. It was so big—I was positive that I would opt for the more compact iPhone 6. I was wrong. […]
BIAS Desktop users get new amp models
The tone-creation possibilities are now virtually infinite with BIAS. Download artists’ signature amps, or try out the latest and most popular matched amp models created by your fellow guitarists.
The new version of BIAS Desktop really is amazing. You can match a real amp using the software and then recall it whenever you want. The company made some new amp match models available to download from within the app.
Dimebag Darrell and Eddie Van Halen
Darrell asked Eddie to make him a replica of his famous black and yellow striped guitar a few months before he died.
When Van Halen arrived at the viewing, he had the guitar, but it wasn’t what Rita expected. He brought his original 1979 Bumblebee Charvel Hybrid VH2 to be placed inside Dimebag’s casket and buried along with him.
Much respect to Dime and Eddie.
Meet Woz, get a cool custom pin, help raise money for a good cause
Can you get to Lake Tahoe on December 3rd at 7pm? If so, come meet Woz, support an excellent cause (the Lake Tahoe Unified School District) and get a cool custom “Woz Rocks” Hard Rock Cafe pin.