Peavey MAX 158 Bass Combo Amplifier 15 Watts, 1x8in Speaker Review

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(More customer reviews)this is great,beatiful tone, is has voicing controll (modern or vintage) and is was only 99.99 at the store i went to. its worth it, especial if its you first amp,like mine! IT EVEN HAS CD IN/LINE IN/HEADPHONES OUT. its awsome. i highly recommend this amp!

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A practice bass amp with big-time tone.Most practice amps sound like practice amps. The Peavey MAX 158 is an exception. Thanks to TransTube emulation circuitry, it has sweet tone that makes practicing or warming-up backstage a pleasure. A voicing switch gives you modern or vintage drive. 3-band EQ. 15W power. 8" bass driver. Tape/CD in. Headphone out.

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Source Audio Soundblox Multiwave Bass Distortion Effects Pedal Review

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(More customer reviews)This is something new.
If you are sick of same distortion, take this! This is different.
It sounds like distortion+synth+auto wah+octave....
However, If you like vintage sound, don't take it.
REMEMBER...this is way different.

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The Soundblox Multiwave Bass Distortion features the same multi-band process that made the original Multiwave guitar pedal so popular, but this time, the Source Audio engineers adapted the process to compliment the unique frequency range of the bass guitar. Multi-band processing divides a signal into multiple bands then distorts them individually, giving musicians unprecedented levels of sound clarity and note articulation. Bassists can effectively combine complex chords and intervals with distorted tones-the Multiwave eliminates the mush and allows each note to ring clear and true.

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Countryman Type 85 Review

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(More customer reviews)I've been using this DI for close to 4 years now, and it's never given me an ounce of trouble. Sounds great on keyboards, basses, and acoustic guitars. The unit itself looks like you could run it over with a truck and it would continue working--and I've heard stories of it being done. The only thing to be aware of is that it requires either phantom power or a 9v battery to work--but that's not usually a problem. In my mind, you couldn't get a better DI for live work.

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Countryman's Type 85 direct box connects any high impedance instrument, even piezo pickups to a balanced mic input while providing a strong, clean signal to the mix board without adding noise or distortion. The Type 85 uses only hand selected, high-quality discrete components woven into a single ended, class-A circuit - much like a classic tube mic preamp! The sound? Smooth and sweet. Ultra rugged and ready for the road, we've heard stories of engineers running over their Type 85 with a truck and then using it in a gig the same day! Another stand-out feature is the fact that the Type 85 can always isolate ground, even when running on Phantom power, eleminating unwanted hum and buzz.

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Monster Bass Instrument Cable 8 in. - angled 1/4 plugs M BASS-.75DA Review

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(More customer reviews)Our producer uses Monster in his studio. I've always used Monster and the warranty can't be beat. My ears are still good enought to tell the difference between these and Live Wire. Whenever a cable gets damaged or questionable I take it back in to a dealer for an exchange...NO QUESTIONS ASKED! My only suggestion to Monster would be to have more choice in lengths for our rack mounted gear.

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Multi-Gauge Time Correct Windingswith Special Dielectrics and Ultra-DenseShielding Deliver Smooth, Powerful Low End Ordinary instrument cables can robyour bass of its fundamental low-endpunch. Theyre not made to meetthe specific needs of todays bassist.Monster Bass is designedspecifically for bass guitar. Dualheavy-gauge bass conductorsand patented multiple-gauge wirenetworks deliver extended low-endfrequency response and widedynamic range. Patented MicroFiberdielectric provides quick transientsand full harmonics, while denseshielding reduces interference andhum. Grab a Monster Bass cabletoday and get ready to rumble.

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Samick AB2 - Natural 4-string Regency Acoustic Bass with Case Review

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(More customer reviews)I have been taking lessons for the last 3 months. At 58 years old I doubt if I'll make it on the road. I can say this is a great guitar. The tones are deep, rich and clean. It also is a very player friendly guitar. Stings are very easy to connect with the frets. I found and bought it used but it appears to be in mint condition. I would highly recommend it to either the beginner or to the master. I like it very much.
As I stated I have only taken 3 months of lessons so consideration has to be taken when you check on out. Thanks and have a great day.

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There is something almost indescribable about the warmth of acoustic music.The round tones, the musical purity, and the resonance generated by acoustic instruments draw the listener into the inner circle of the musical experience. The Acoustic Bass provides the foundation on which all other acoustic instruments build their harmony. A strong, sustaining tone yet a richness in its ability to blend, is the pure definition of an Acoustic Bass Guitar.

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Behringer HPX4000 Closed-Type High-Definition DJ Headphones Review

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(More customer reviews)Only paid $30 to $35 for this item. Pretty comfortable fit. Can use on a mp3 player. Has a coiled wire. Sounds about right for the price. Does kinda have a cool look, especially around the ears.

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Closed-Type High-Definition DJ Headphones (sold only in sets of 5 pcs)

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Jay Turser Jtb2b Violin Bass Sunburst Review

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(More customer reviews)its a good bass for a copy if you cant aford a hofner this is your next best thing for the money,its got good playability its a decent little bass.

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Classic violin shaped, 4-string semi-acoustic bass. If you play 60's - 70's influenced rock, and want a light-weight but remarkably solid bass, this classic will take you where you want to go! Fingerboard Rosewood Machine Heads Die cast machines Neck Joint Set Neck Material Maple Pickguard Pearl Controls 2 Volume, 3 Slide switch Pickups 2 Humbucking pickupsSunburst

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Line 6 PODxt Live Review

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(More customer reviews)The tones out of this unit are awesome... But the Wah pedal broke on mine after three jam sessions
not much quality there. I went on the Line 6 website and it would appear this is a known issue by line 6.
I returned mine and went back to my old Digitech set up for now.


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The power of PODxt is now at your feet for pro stage use!With its rugged steel construction, 11 channel select and effect on/off footswitches and built-in wah/volume/tweak pedal, PODxt Live is ready to stand up to years of abuse.Included are 84 pro quality stompbox and studio effects, 36 Amp Models, plus 24 Cab and 4 Mic Models, all built from the award-winning technology found in the Vetta II amp and storable to 128 programmable channels.Unlike the other members of the POD family, PODxt Live also features a Variax digital input so you can call up a fully customized guitar, amp and effects setup � all by stepping on a single footswitch!USB digital I/O combined with Line 6 Edit software allow computer based tone editing and direct digital recording.

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Hartke A100 Bass Combo 1X15 Inch 100 Watts Bass Guitar Amplifier Review

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(More customer reviews)What can I say? Awesome. Works great. Used it this weekend at a gig and it ROCKED. Plenty of punch. Only draw back is thats its a little heavy, but worth it for the sound.

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The biggest A Series combo drives a custom 15" aluminum speaker with 100 watts of Hartke power. It features a 7-band graphic EQ for finer tone control. It also has a variable limiter built-in. CD input, XLR balanced outputs, passive and active inputs, effects loop, headphone jack and chrome hardware. All in a KickBack design cabinet. Dimensions: 558mm/22" (H) x 462mm/18.2" (W) x 407mm/16" (D). Weight: 23kg/50.7lbs.100watts of power into a specially designed 15" aluminum bass driver.Specially designed cabinet which can be used either flat on the floor or on its "kickback" position for increased high end clarity.Bipolar circuit design ensures that every nuance of your bass performance is reproduced faithfully.Flexible inputs that accommodate a broad range of input levels, so that you can use the A Series with pretty much any kind of bass, from passive models to those with active circuitry. It is almost impossible to overload the input of an A Series bass amp!Bass and Treble plus a high-quality 7-band Graphic EQ, allow you to create a broad range of tonal colors for your bass instrument.Line-Level effects loop send (Preamp Out) and return (Amp In) jacks that allow you to connect to professional outboard effects processors.A dedicated CD input is included allowing you to hook up a portable CD or MP3 player to practice along with.XLR line-level direct output is included on the rear panel for interfacing with PA or recording consoles.Hartke 8-ohm speaker mounted in a specially designed cabinet for clean, crisp sound.Rugged construction makes the A Series eminently roadworthy. WARRANTY3 years parts and labor.

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Vox Pathfinder 10W Bass Combo Amp Black Review

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(More customer reviews)There is a lot of versatility in this tiny bass guitar amplifier. It can sound bright and biting but has suprisingly good bass resonance for such a small unit. It's a Vox and it sounds like one.

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From the diamond grille cloth and basket-weave vinyl wrap to the vintage chicken-head knobs, the Vox Pathfinder Bass 10 shows off its Vox pedigree. In spite of its compact design, the Pathfinder Bass 10 boasts 10 watts of power pushing a pair of 5" Vox Bulldog speaker for a powerful bass sound.In addition to the Bass and Treble controls, the Bright switch adds an edgy boost to the upper harmonics. Turning up the Drive control provide a modern, warm bass distortion that adds character and vitality to the tone. A headphone/line output jack is also provided for silent practice, and for direct recording.

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Source Audio Soundblox Pro Multiwave Bass Distortion Effects Pedal Review

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(More customer reviews)I'm giving this 5-stars YET I ended up returning it. In the final analysis, an amazing pedal but it just wasn't a fit for me and my style. That said, many players will find this a welcome addition to their pedalboard for home, gigs and the studio.
Source has given us bass players a truly novel pedal. Well thought out and executed. Quite honestly, it is unlike every other distortion pedal for bass. Really. It has the ability to produce an incredibly wide range of sounds and tones like no other single pedal. Here is my bottom-line...
- Most importantly, know upfront that if you are looking for "traditional" OD, boost and/or fuzz capabilities this pedal doesn't go there. It doesn't replace those pedals.
- It's real strength - and what it excels at - is in producing a very wide-array of synth-like tones. I've NEVER heard anything like it. Truly amazing range. You won't believe what you will hear. Sounds you've never imagined in your wildest dreams. And I might add...Very, VERY funky! Could potentially replace envelope filters and the like that you may be using.
- The ability to seamlessly morph from one sound setting to another (pro model only via an expression pedal) is incredible.
- Pick playing just doesn't do the pedal justice. This is a big one...Sounds much, much better if you are primarily a finger-style or slap player rather than a pick player like me. The pedal really shines and is at its best when you play finger/slap style. Pick playing seems to mute and alter the intended sound dynamics - for me, in a negative way. Not sure why this occurs.
- I've never seen a pedal with so many ways to adjust and fine-tune every setting - especially on the pro model. The settings are very sensitive and you can really tailor every setting to suit you, your bass, your amp and your style - and then save it to one of 6 locations.
- Made just for bass. Their proprietary technology really works as promised. It does an amazing job of handling and not losing any bass tone. You can readily hear each string (individually and in chords) even when highly distorted. Far from the usual undifferentiated, muddy mess of sound that most distortion pedal produce.
All in all, Source offers the bass player a pedal like no other. In a world of me-too products they have broken the mold and the rules. But, you need to determine if the sounds it produces are a fit with your style and musical tastes. Only you can do that. I suggest you go to their site - sourceaudio - and check out their sound sample videos and audios, which are very well-done incidentally.
As always.....YMMV.........

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The Soundblox Multiwave Bass Distortion Pro inherits the power and clarity of the original Soundblox Multiwave Distortion and adapts it to the unique frequency range of the bass guitar. Bassists can effectively combine complex chords and intervals with distorted tones - multi band processing eliminates the mush and allows each note to ring clear and true. The pedal also features single band processing for more traditional distortion sounds. It's the perfect pedal for both the studio and stage.

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Hofner Icon Series Vintage Violin Bass, Transparent Black Review

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(More customer reviews)To qualify this, I have only been playing the bass for a few months at the time I'm writing this review...
I fell in like with the look of the Hofner Icon at the local Guitar Center and bought it. After a month of practice, lessons, and research, I happened upon a Hofner 500/1 vintage '63 reissue violin bass (hand made in Germany) at a hole-in-the wall music shop in downtown Chicago and fell in LOVE with it and it's amazing flatwound strings! I dropped nearly $2,000 and brought this beautiful instrument (such high quality that it should qualify as a piece of furniture) and returned my Icon with no regrets.
I may actually purchase another Icon soon and throw some flatwound strings (Hofners from North Coast Music) and use it for my travel bass when on vacation.
Here's what you need to know about the available Hofner basses:
ICON ($400ish)
-Made in China with Chinese electronics that can be quirky
-Fit and finish is adequate for the price point
-Regular roundwound strings with some fret buzz depending on setup
-Hollow body
-A pain in the butt getting a case sometimes! Go EBay or Amazon!
-Available in lefty (often with a case oddly)
CONTEMPORARY ($700ish)
-Made in China with German electronics
-Fit and finish adequate...slightly better than the Icon
-Has regular roundwound strings
-Hollow body BUT has a sound block inside giving it more sustain and a more modern, hence "contemporary" bass sound
-Has a neck bridge so you can slap on a McCartney-style Hofner strap!
-Available in lefty I believe?
-No case
GERMAN-MADE HOFNERS ($2,000 +)
-Hand-made in the Fatherland
-Fit and finish are amazing! Beautiful wood, stain, finish, feel
-Hofner (Pyramid) flatwound strings that give the most mellow "thump" and feel like butter!
-Comes with either a German vintage bullet case or flight case
-Available in lefty of course!

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With authentic details inspired by the original, the Hofner Icon Series Vintage Bass makes the legendary violin bass available to the rest of us. Don't get the idea that this a just a "nowhere man" look-alike. This quality instrument features a real spruce top and beautiful flamed maple back and sides. The semi-hollow body and set neck will give you the warm, round tone you expect from the violin bass. Rosewood fretboard, sunburst finish.The Icon Series Vintage Bass is featured in the video game Guitar Hero II for PlayStation 2.

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Digitech BP80 Bass Multi-Effects Processor with Expression Pedal and Power Supply Review

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(More customer reviews)This product is wonderful and I was impressed in the speedy delivery to my house. I recommend it.

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Bass Modeling Processor The BP80 is a revolutionary Amp Modeling multi-effects processor for the performing bassist. Powered by DigiTech\'s awesome AudioDNA\' DSP processor, the BP80 features 16 bass amp and stompbox models and a host of other effects for creating your own signature sound; and the built-in expression pedal can be assigned to control your choice of parameters in real time. The BP80 is designed with an intelligent, easy to use editing interface. Just select the effect and dial in your desired setting. The Drum Machine is a great tool for polishing up your timing with your choice of different patterns, tempo, and adjustable volume level; and the chromatic tuner lets you quickly check or tune your instrument with a 13-LED array for spot on accuracy. The BP80 comes ready to use with 40 great Factory Presets, and includes 40 User Presets locations for your own custom creations. The rear panel features a single 1/4" input, 1/4" Left and Right outputs, 1/8" stereo headphone output.

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Behringer BX108 Thunderbird Retro Bass Combo 8" 15W Review

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(More customer reviews)It is a practice amp but might suffice for a small room acoustic gig possibly better if miked in that situation to house PA system. It is low powered and lacks a volume control but has a gain control instead, I don't know why. Lightweight rugged and has a retro look. Features in/out RCA jacks ideal for PC recording/mixing. 8" speaker just barely handles "loud" but as I said it is a practice amp. If you find one in the $60.00 range buy it (that is if you need one!)
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Practice made perfect! Picture this: You and your buddies have a band. You've been gigging around town and are making a name for yourselves. It's time to start doing some serious songwriting and get that first CD done. You grab your guitar and your Firebird GX108 and drive over to the bass player’s house. He's got the PC up and running and a cookin' drum loop is coming from the soundcard. Using the tape inputs, he hooks up the left soundcard output to your GX108 and the right out to his Thunderbird BX108, and plugs a tape out from each amp into the soundcard inputs. He briefly explains his song idea then sets the PC in record and off you go. After a couple takes, you've got good guide tracks for a new song. You save it, email it to your keyboard player and your singer, and start working on the next tune… That's just one example of the many ways you can effectively use our new practice combos. You can also use them for small, unplugged gigs. Or, if you play keyboards, to give those bass or guitar samples an extra touch of realism for your demos or MIDI productions. Of course, you can also simply practice with them. And don't leave home without one: it's about the best thing you can have along on tour for warming up before the gig or keeping your chops up in the hotel room on a day off.

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Line 6 Low Down LD150 Amp Review

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(More customer reviews)Upon reading reviews on Musicians Friend and some other sites I purchased the Lowdown 150 in December 2008. Out of the box, it sounded great though some of the presets are definitely lacking. The Smart Fx Envelope Filter is absolutely unusable though the Chorus effect is pretty decent. The amp simulators are okay. Rock preset is pretty sweet I gotta say.
I am a working musician and need to make sure that my gear is reliable and this amp has fallen short on small gigs, rehearsals and as a practice amp no less. The sound/volume seems to diminish the longer you play. For some reason the amp will change presets all on its own. Which has cost me a few dirty looks.. Thanks Line 6!
At this time there is some problem with the amp. It shuts down after being on for about 10 minutes as it heats up. (I take great care of my gear... never dropped or knocked around).
The only thing I have found this amp remotely useful for was practicing with the mp3/cd input, which many other amps come with. Aside from that, I wouldn't recommend this amp to my worst enemy! The warranty is up and I have a forty five pound paper weight in my practice space. The wiring schematics aren't available to the end user. So far the amp has been taken to a Line 6 repair shop and I still have the same problem. I'm taking it back again. Buyer Beware! The bells and whistles are mediocre at best and the amp itself has been nothing but a headache. Line 6 really needs to work on their bass line for amps. Look into buying another brand.

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Finally, timeless rock tone in an affordable combo! LowDown LD150 is part of a family line of bass amps from Line 6 and that delivers an incredible array of�dialed-in, stage-perfected bass tones with 5 killer bass amp models and effects that cover everything from funk to modern or classic rock and beyond.LowDown offers incredible sonic flexibility with a modeled vintage studio compressor, and critical bass-specific effects like Bass Synth, Chorus, Envelope Follower and Octaver.Plus, the oversized high-speed power amp has incredible articulation and low-end punch that's ideal for live or studio work.Features also include: 4 programmable channel memories (36 with a FBV Shortboard), headphone out, line in, and a studio quality XLR direct out with Line 6's exclusive Bass POD amp and cab modeling that's the go to for studio direct recording.At last, there is a bass amp that gives you great tone, performance, and flexibility all at an unbelievable price. �

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Digitech XBW Bass Bass Synth Wah Pedal Review

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(More customer reviews)I have only been playing bass for about 3-months. I wanted to play slap bass and get more funk sound, and this devise is just the ticket. It has great sound, is very easy to use and is very well constructed. You can not use it for all your musck, but if you want a sound from the 70's, then this Bass Wah is a good start.

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It's time to bring the funk. Whether you're playing ska, reggae, or funk, the Bass Synth Wah\' is simply the most versatile bass envelope filter pedal on the market, with seven different bass envelope filter types to choose from. Don't just show up to the gig, make the crowds gyrate.

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Auralex GRAMMA: Amp and Monitor Isolation Riser, Charcoal, Single Review

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(More customer reviews)I've been playing bass for a classic rock cover band through an Ampeg 328. I love my amp. It's not a 400-watt monster, but it suits my needs since I'm primarily a guitar player. The problem was, it sounded great in my own rooms, but our practice room is in a portable (nothing under the floor) and most stages are elevated platforms. My understanding is the floors were acting like a membrane that absorbed my sweet tone. And volume. It sucked. But no more!
I bought this thing at a local store after reading all the reviews, and because I was offered a 30-day return policy. That 30 days is going to expire and I WILL NOT give up my GRAMMA. I gigged with it the first night I had it and my amp sounded AMAZING. 150 watts through 2x8's, and I was easily heard among the drums and lead guitars using tube amps. My amp sounded like I've wanted to sound since I've been playing with this band. It was the first time I realized my amp wasn't worthless. All the guys in band were blown away at the difference it made. It truly does isolate your amp so it's only moving air, like the manufacturer intended, and gives you the sound and tone you should have. Seriously, I'm a pretty peaceful guy, but I'll fight someone who tries to take my GRAMMA.
I don't know if guitars would really benefit because of their higher frequencies, but if any speakers are hard for you to hear the GRAMMA could be a great solution that'll cost hundreds less then replacing your rig or monitors. I give it a gigging bassist's two thumbs up.

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The GRAMMA (Gig and Recording, Amp and Monitor, Modulation Attenuator) is an incredibly effective patented device that's used to float an amp or loudspeaker. GRAMMA yields nearly total acoustic isolation, resulting in a purity of tone that has to be heard to be believed!

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