<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<rss version="2.0"
	xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/"
	xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/"
	xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"
	xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"
	xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/"
	xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/"
	>

<channel>
	<title>Paul Bothner Music</title>
	<atom:link href="http://bothners.co.za/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" />
	<link>http://bothners.co.za</link>
	<description>The Musical Instrument Specialists</description>
	<lastBuildDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:17:22 +0000</lastBuildDate>
	<language>en</language>
	<sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod>
	<sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency>
	<generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3</generator>
		<item>
		<title>The Cort Action Bass 4 String</title>
		<link>http://bothners.co.za/products/the-cort-action-bass-4-string/</link>
		<comments>http://bothners.co.za/products/the-cort-action-bass-4-string/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:10:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>JamesR</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Bass]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Products]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://bothners.co.za/?p=11329</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[This affordable bass series benefits from many decades of building quality basses and Cort's pursuit of improvement. Models include features like active electronics, die cast tuners and a 5-string option. <br /><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/the-cort-action-bass-4-string/">Read More: The Cort Action Bass 4 String</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="heroText">
<h1 style="text-align: center;"> <a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/the-cort-action-bass-4-string/attachment/action-bass-4/" rel="attachment wp-att-11336"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-11336" title="Action Bass" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Action-Bass3.jpg" alt="" width="396" height="396" /></a></h1>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">The Cort Action Bass 4 String</h2>
<h2>Key Features</h2>
<h3>Affordable and qualified Action series</h3>
<p>This affordable bass series benefits from many decades of building quality basses and Cort&#8217;s pursuit of improvement. Models include features like active electronics, die cast tuners and a 5-string option.</p>
<h3>Die cast tuners</h3>
<p>The diecast tuners on the Action series basses provide stability and fine tuning.</p>
<h3> Specifications</h3>
<ul>
<ul>
<li><strong>CONSTRUCTION: </strong>Bolt-on</li>
<li><strong>BODY: </strong>Agathis</li>
<li><strong>NECK: </strong>Canadian Hard Maple</li>
<li><strong>BINDING:</strong> N/A</li>
<li><strong>FRETBOARD: </strong>Rosewood, 15 3/4&#8243; Radius (400mm)</li>
<li><strong>FRETS:</strong> 24 / Large (2.7mm)</li>
<li><strong>SCALE: </strong>34&#8243; (864mm)</li>
<li><strong>INLAY: </strong>White Dot</li>
<li><strong>TUNERS: </strong>Die cast</li>
<li><strong>BRIDGE: </strong>EB5(4)</li>
<li><strong>PICKUPS: </strong>Powersound PSEB4-4/F &amp; PSEB1-4/R</li>
<li><strong>ELECTRONICS: </strong>2 volume, 1 tone</li>
<li><strong>HARDWARE: </strong>Chrome</li>
<li><strong>STRINGS: </strong>(105-045)</li>
</ul>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>COLORS:</strong><br />
Action AS &#8211; Amber Satin<br />
Action BK &#8211; Black<br />
Action WS &#8211; Walnut Satin<br />
Action TR &#8211; Trans Red</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
</div>
<p><iframe src="http://player.vimeo.com/video/29227672?title=0&amp;byline=0&amp;portrait=0&amp;color=80878a" frameborder="0" width="400" height="225"></iframe></p>
<p><a href="http://vimeo.com/29227672">Cort Action Bass Comparison</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/user2560347">Guruz Media</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://bothners.co.za/products/the-cort-action-bass-4-string/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Cort&#8217;s MX30R Guitar Amp with Reverb</title>
		<link>http://bothners.co.za/products/corts-mx30r-guitar-amp-with-reverb/</link>
		<comments>http://bothners.co.za/products/corts-mx30r-guitar-amp-with-reverb/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:09:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>JamesR</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Guitar and bass amps]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Products]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://bothners.co.za/?p=11321</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The MX Series amps include three amp models. Each has 2 channels (clean and dirty), 3 band EQ and a headphone out. Also included is a special input perfect for your iPod or CD player. Check out the MX30R with 30W of power and built in reverb. <br /><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/corts-mx30r-guitar-amp-with-reverb/">Read More: Cort&#8217;s MX30R Guitar Amp with Reverb</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/corts-mx30r-guitar-amp-with-reverb/attachment/cort-mx30r/" rel="attachment wp-att-11322"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-11322" title="Cort MX30R" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Cort-MX30R.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="400" /></a></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">Cort&#8217;s MX30R Guitar Amp with Reverb</h2>
<p>The MX Series amps include three amp models. Each has 2 channels (clean and dirty), 3 band EQ and a headphone out. Also included is a special input perfect for your iPod or CD player.</p>
<h2>Key Features</h2>
<ul>
<li>2 Channels &#8211; Clean &amp; Distortion</li>
<li>3-band Equalizer</li>
<li>Headphone Out &amp; CD/MP3 In</li>
<li>Reverb</li>
<li>Effect Loop</li>
<li>Foot Switch In</li>
</ul>
<h2>Specifications</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>POWER OUTAGE:</strong> 30W R.M.S.</li>
<li><strong>RATED LOAD IMPEDANCE:</strong> 6 Ohm</li>
<li><strong>SPEAKER:</strong> Custom 10&#8243;</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://bothners.co.za/products/corts-mx30r-guitar-amp-with-reverb/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Roland&#8217;s Cube 20XL Bass Amp</title>
		<link>http://bothners.co.za/products/rolands-cube-20xl-bass-amp/</link>
		<comments>http://bothners.co.za/products/rolands-cube-20xl-bass-amp/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:57:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>JamesR</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Guitar and Bass Pickups]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Products]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://bothners.co.za/?p=11316</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The most portable of the family, the CUBE-20XL BASS, features 20 watts of power, an 8-inch custom speaker, six COSM amp models, pro-quality effects (Reverb, Delay, Chorus, Solo, Poly Octave, Compression, and Overdrive), Power Squeezer for big sound at low volume, and 3-band EQ. <br /><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/rolands-cube-20xl-bass-amp/">Read More: Roland&#8217;s Cube 20XL Bass Amp</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/rolands-cube-20xl-bass-amp/attachment/cube-20xl/" rel="attachment wp-att-11317"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-11317" title="Cube 20XL" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Cube-20XL.jpg" alt="" width="394" height="400" /></a></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">Roland&#8217;s Cube 20XL Bass Amp</h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">XL Power for Bassists!</h2>
<div>
<p>Just as the CUBE guitar-amp family received an XL upgrade, now it’s time for the CUBE BASS line to reach XL status. The new CUBE XL BASS amplifiers remain portable and travel friendly, a CUBE tradition, but they benefit from new-generation XL performance enhancements. These new amps deliver a knock-out punch with custom FFP and COSM technology. FFP is one of Roland’s core technologies in which each component — amp, cabinet, and speaker — achieves maximum efficiency and performance for incredible power from a compact body.<br />
The most portable of the family, the CUBE-20XL BASS, features 20 watts of power, an 8-inch custom speaker, six COSM amp models, pro-quality effects (Reverb, Delay, Chorus, Solo, Poly Octave, Compression, and Overdrive), Power Squeezer for big sound at low volume, and 3-band EQ.</p>
<p><!-- /img-block --></div>
<ul>
<li>- Ultra-compact 20-watt bass amp with custom-designed 8-inch speaker</li>
<li>- Six COSM amp models onboard</li>
<li>- Seven effects, including the new DRIVE and POLY OCTAVE</li>
<li>- POWER SQUEEZER for big, rich sound at low volumes; great for home practice and other volume sensitive environments</li>
<li>- Three-band EQ for fine-tuning your sound</li>
<li>- Built-in bass tuner</li>
</ul>
<div id="products-tab-03">
<div>
<div><strong> SPECIFICATIONS:</strong></div>
<dl>
<dt><strong>Rated Power Output</strong></dt>
<dd>20 W</dd>
<dt><strong>Nominal Input Level</strong></dt>
<dd>BASS INPUT: -10 dBu/1 M ohm<br />
AUX IN: -10 dBu</dd>
<dt><strong>Speaker</strong></dt>
<dd>20 cm (8 inches)</dd>
<dt><strong>Controls</strong></dt>
<dd>POWER Switch, SHAPE Switch, TUNER Switch, POWER SQUEEZER Switch<br />
<strong>COMPRESSION/DRIVE</strong><br />
COMP/DRIVE Knob (COMP, DRIVE)<br />
<strong>COSM AMPLIFIER</strong><br />
TYPE Switch (SUPER FLAT, FLIP TOP, B MAN, BASS360, SESSION, CONCERT 810), GAIN Knob, VOLUME Knob<br />
<strong>EQUALIZER</strong><br />
BASS Knob, MIDDLE Knob, TREBLE Knob<br />
<strong>EFX/SOLO</strong><br />
EFX/SOLO Knob (CHORUS, SOLO, POLY OCTAVE)<br />
<strong>DELAY/REVERB</strong><br />
DELAY/REVERB Knob (DELAY, REVERB)</dd>
<dt><strong>Indicators</strong></dt>
<dd>Power, COMP/DRIVE, TUNER, EFX/SOLO, POWER SQUEEZER</dd>
<dt><strong>Connectors</strong></dt>
<dd>BASS INPUT Jack (1/4&#8243; phone type), AUX IN Jack (Stereo miniature phone type), FOOT SW Jack (TIP:EFX/SOLO, RING:COMP/DRIVE) (1/4&#8243; TRS phone type), RECORDING OUT/PHONES Jack (Stereo 1/4&#8243; phone type)</dd>
<dt><strong>Power Consumption</strong></dt>
<dd>24 W</dd>
<dt><strong>Accessory</strong></dt>
<dd>Owner&#8217;s Manual</dd>
<dt><strong>Options (sold separately)</strong></dt>
<dd>Footswitch (BOSS FS-5U, FS-6)</dd>
</dl>
<h2>Size and Weight</h2>
<dl>
<dt><strong>Width (W)</strong></dt>
<dd>335 mm13-3/16 inches</dd>
<dt><strong>Depth (D)</strong></dt>
<dd>327 mm12-7/8 inches</dd>
<dt><strong>Height (H)</strong></dt>
<dd>335 mm13-3/16 inches</dd>
<dt><strong>Weight</strong></dt>
<dd>9.4 kg20 lbs. 12 oz.</dd>
</dl>
<p>* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms</p>
<p><strong>All specifications and appearances are subject to change.</strong></p>
<p><!-- /section --></div>
<p><!-- /products-tab3--></div>
<p><!-- /section --><!-- /products-tab1--></p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://bothners.co.za/products/rolands-cube-20xl-bass-amp/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Roland&#8217;s DS-7 Bi-Amp Monitor</title>
		<link>http://bothners.co.za/products/rolands-ds-7-bi-amp-monitor/</link>
		<comments>http://bothners.co.za/products/rolands-ds-7-bi-amp-monitor/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:30:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>JamesR</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Products]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Studio & Recording]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://bothners.co.za/?p=11305</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Roland's flagship DS-7 active reference monitor delivers superb 24-bit performance with precise imaging, ultra-low coloration, and smooth, balanced energy output. The DS-7 is ideally suited for professional and project studios, fixed and mobile broadcast facilities, or any other recording/mixing environment where superb sound quality and accuracy are essential.  <br /><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/rolands-ds-7-bi-amp-monitor/">Read More: Roland&#8217;s DS-7 Bi-Amp Monitor</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 style="text-align: center;"><strong><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/rolands-ds-7-bi-amp-monitor/attachment/ds-7-monitor/" rel="attachment wp-att-11307"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-11307" title="DS-7 Monitor" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/DS-7-Monitor.jpg" alt="" width="245" height="245" /></a></strong></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><strong>Roland&#8217;s DS-7 Bi-Amp Monitor</strong></h2>
<p><strong>Plug Into Pure Audio Gold</strong></p>
<p>Introducing a new benchmark digital monitor for the discerning audio professional. Roland&#8217;s flagship DS-7 active reference monitor delivers superb 24-bit performance with precise imaging, ultra-low coloration, and smooth, balanced energy output. Premium-grade discrete amp circuits and film capacitors provide the purest signal path. The DS-7 is ideally suited for professional and project studios, fixed and mobile broadcast facilities, or any other recording/mixing environment where superb sound quality and accuracy are essential.</p>
<p>- Superb sound quality with precise imaging and balanced energy output.<br />
- 24-bit digital input with sample-rate support for up to 192kHz.<br />
- Analog and digital inputs, including XLR, coaxial, and optical; AES/EBU and S/PDIF compatible.<br />
- Stylish, compact design; fits a variety of mixing environments.<br />
- Improved cabinet with bi-amp circuit; eliminates phase anomalies.<br />
- Newly designed heat sink and front-panel power switch; fully compliant with IEC60065 safety standards.</p>
<p><strong>Premium Components and Circuitry</strong></p>
<p>Ready to experience the best of the best? The DS-7 is equipped with top-quality, carefully selected components. Discrete amp circuits and film capacitors are employed for the audio signal path — no chemical-type capacitors are used. Analog, digital, and power components are absolutely isolated, ensuring pristine, pure, and low-noise performance. With the DS-7, you’ll enjoy a rich, accurate sound field with exceptional stereo imaging and a consistent “flat” frequency response.</p>
<p><strong>High-Resolution Performance</strong></p>
<p>With 24-bit/192kHz audio-handling capability, the DS-7 is built for the most demanding and critical nearfield monitoring applications. The DS-7 offers analog (1/4”/XLR) and digital (AES/EBU and S/PDIF) inputs, which enable connectivity to a wide range of digital recording and workstation environments, including Roland’s VS-Series and other new-generation devices and formats.</p>
<p><strong>Perfect Partners</strong></p>
<p>Whether you work in an intimate home studio or the most elaborate commercial facility, Roland has a DS-Series model to fit your size, power, and budget requirement. The top-line DS-8 is a 1&#8243; x 8&#8243; bi-amped combo, with 120W of pure power. The DS-7 is a 3/4&#8243; x 6.5&#8243; enclosure with 60W amplification. The DS-5 is a compact 3/4&#8243; x 5&#8243; design with 45W of power.</p>
<p><strong>Ergonomic, Efficient Design</strong></p>
<p>The newly designed shielded cabinets help eliminate interference from TV, radio, and other electronic devices, allowing the DS-7 to be placed in close proximity to video monitors and computer screens. The power switch is located on the front panel for optimum convenience, and the highly efficient heat-sink power amplifier is fully compatible with IEC60065 safety standards.</p>
<h3>SPECIFICATIONS:</h3>
<p><strong>HF TRIM:</strong> Knob<br />
<strong>INPUT SELECT SWITCH:</strong> (Analog In/Digital In)<br />
<strong>ASSIGN SWITCH:</strong> (Right/L+R/Left)<br />
<strong>DIGITAL INPUT SELECT SWITCH:</strong> (AES/EBU / Optical / Coaxial)<br />
<strong>POWER SWITCH</strong></p>
<h3><strong>Indicators:</strong></h3>
<p><strong>Indicators:</strong> POWER &amp; DIGITAL IN</p>
<h3><strong>Connectors:</strong></h3>
<p><strong>ANALOG INPUT:</strong> (XLR / 1/4 inch TRS phone type)<br />
<strong>DIGITAL INPUT:</strong> (XLR)<br />
<strong>DIGITAL INPUT:</strong> (Optical)<br />
<strong>DIGITAL INPUT:</strong> (Coaxial)<br />
<strong>DIGITAL THRU OUT:</strong> (Coaxial)Power Consumption 75 W</p>
<p><strong>Accessories:</strong> Owner&#8217;s Manual, Power Cord</p>
<h3><strong>Size and Weight</strong></h3>
<p><strong>Width:</strong> (W)209 mm8-1/4 inches<br />
<strong>Depth:</strong> (D)307 mm12-1/8 inches<br />
<strong>Height:</strong> (H)336 mm13-1/4 inches<br />
<strong>Weight:</strong> 9.7 kg</p>
<p><strong>All specifications and appearances are subject to change.</strong></p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://bothners.co.za/products/rolands-ds-7-bi-amp-monitor/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>EVH Wolfgang AA Quilted Maple Top</title>
		<link>http://bothners.co.za/products/evh-wolfgang-aa-quilted-maple-top/</link>
		<comments>http://bothners.co.za/products/evh-wolfgang-aa-quilted-maple-top/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:30:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>JamesR</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Guitars]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Products]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://bothners.co.za/?p=11299</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The EVH Wolfgang electric guitar represents 2 years of intense research and development, and a year of brutal testing on the road. With every aspect examined and upgraded to the highest standards, the EVH Wolfgang has been produced to Eddie's exact specifications and has features identical to the Wolfgang guitars he records and performs with.  <br /><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/evh-wolfgang-aa-quilted-maple-top/">Read More: EVH Wolfgang AA Quilted Maple Top</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/evh-wolfgang-aa-quilted-maple-top/attachment/evh/" rel="attachment wp-att-11302"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-11302" title="EVH" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/EVH.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="300" /></a></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">EVH Wolfgang AA Quilted Maple Top</h2>
<h3><strong>Product Description</strong></h3>
<p>The EVH Wolfgang electric guitar represents 2 years of intense research and development, and a year of brutal testing on the road. With every aspect examined and upgraded to the highest standards, the EVH Wolfgang has been produced to Eddie&#8217;s exact specifications and has features identical to the Wolfgang guitars he records and performs with. The EVH Wolfgang includes a distinctive double-cutaway body with an arched AA maple top on a lightweight basswood back, a quartersawn single-piece AA bird&#8217;s-eye maple neck fitted with stainless steel frets, double-potted custom-wound guitar pickups, five-piece binding on the matching body and headstock, custom-made signature tuning machines, Floyd Rose double-locking trem with the patented EVH D-Tuna drop-D tuning system, and Bourns low-friction pots. Another distinctive Eddie-mod is the 3-way pickup toggle wired in reverse: the up position (normally the neck pickup) is the bridge pickup, down (normally the bridge) is the neck pickup.</p>
<h3><strong>Specifications</strong></h3>
<p><strong>Body:</strong> 1 &amp; 1/2&#8243; basswood back 1/2&#8243; arched AA maple top</p>
<p><strong>Neck:</strong> Bolt-on quartersawn maple neck.</p>
<p><strong>Fingerboard:</strong> AA bird&#8217;s-eye maple fingerboard</p>
<p><strong>Scale Length:</strong> 25-1/2&#8243;-scale length</p>
<p><strong>Radius:</strong> Compound fingerboard radius 12&#8243;-16&#8243;</p>
<p><strong>Frets:</strong> 22 vintage-size stainless steel frets</p>
<p><strong>Hardware:</strong> Chrome hardware</p>
<p><strong>Machine Heads:</strong> EVH-branded Gotoh tuners, chrome with pearloid buttons</p>
<p><strong>Tremolo:</strong> EVH-branded Floyd Rose locking tremolo</p>
<p><strong>Nut:</strong> Floyd Rose R2 locking nut 1 &amp; 5/8&#8243; nut width</p>
<p><strong>Pickups:</strong> EVH humbuckers (neck and bridge) 3-way pickup toggle (reverse wired)</p>
<p><strong>Controls:</strong> Master Volume and Tone Controls</p>
<p><strong>Pots:</strong> 2 Bourns low-friction pots 250k/500k SKB c</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://bothners.co.za/products/evh-wolfgang-aa-quilted-maple-top/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>The Hamer XT Monaco</title>
		<link>http://bothners.co.za/products/the-hamer-xt-monaco/</link>
		<comments>http://bothners.co.za/products/the-hamer-xt-monaco/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:56:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>JamesR</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Guitars]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Products]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://bothners.co.za/?p=11286</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[This carved top, single cutaway design with set-neck construction and powerful Duncan Designed Humbucker pickups features a smooth playing mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard that are capped off with classy victory inlays. <br /><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/the-hamer-xt-monaco/">Read More: The Hamer XT Monaco</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/the-hamer-xt-monaco/attachment/monaco-xt/" rel="attachment wp-att-11288"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-11288" title="Monaco XT" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Monaco-XT.jpg" alt="" width="267" height="400" /></a></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">The Hamer XT Monaco Series</h2>
<p>The Hamer XT Monaco Series offers a selection of guitars and basses inspired by Hamer USA&#8217;s solid vintage design principles. These high-quality instruments are visually stunning and deliver spectacular sound, truly reflective of their legendary workmanship standards.</p>
<p>This carved top, single cutaway design with set-neck construction and powerful Duncan Designed Humbucker pickups features a smooth playing mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard that are capped off with classy victory inlays.</p>
<h3><strong>Specifications:</strong></h3>
<p><strong>Fretboard:</strong> Rosewood<br />
<strong>Neck:</strong> Set Mahogany neck<br />
<strong>Pickups:</strong> Duncan Designed<br />
<strong>Inlays:</strong> Victory Inlays</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://bothners.co.za/products/the-hamer-xt-monaco/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>SHURE PG14E/PG30 T10 HEADSET</title>
		<link>http://bothners.co.za/products/shure-pg14epg30-t10-headset/</link>
		<comments>http://bothners.co.za/products/shure-pg14epg30-t10-headset/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:29:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>JamesR</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Products]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Wireless Systems]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://bothners.co.za/?p=11278</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[This is an UHF wireless system consisting of a PG1 pocket transmitter and a PG30 condenser headset. Great quality from one of the leaders in the industry. Move about easily and with the confidence of a Shure mic user. Reliability and high fidelity when you need it most.  <br /><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/shure-pg14epg30-t10-headset/">Read More: SHURE PG14E/PG30 T10 HEADSET</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/shure-pg14epg30-t10-headset/attachment/shure-wireless/" rel="attachment wp-att-11280"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-11280" title="Shure Wireless" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Shure-Wireless.jpg" alt="" width="331" height="320" /></a> </h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">SHURE PG14E/PG30 T10 HEADSET</h2>
<p>This is an UHF wireless system consisting of a PG1 pocket transmitter and a PG30 condenser headset. Great quality from one of the leaders in the industry. Move about easily and with the confidence of a Shure mic user. Reliability and high fidelity when you need it most.</p>
<p><strong>Mic Polar Pattern:</strong> cardioid<br />
<strong>Frequency Range:</strong> 40Hz-20kHz<br />
<strong>Number of Frequencies:</strong> 10 switchable frequencies (4 parallel)<br />
<strong>Other Features:</strong> Pilot Tone, Mic/line Switchable, 10MW HF Power<br />
<strong>Dimensions:</strong> 9.5&#8243; (half rack)/1U</p>
<p>This is a diversity receiver unit with internal antennas, audio/ready LEDs on the receiver, channel display with an XLR/ jack out. It requires 1 x 9V battery, includes a power supply and has a frequency range of 854-865MHz.</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://bothners.co.za/products/shure-pg14epg30-t10-headset/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>The Mapex P710TW Double Bass Drum Pedal</title>
		<link>http://bothners.co.za/products/the-mapex-p710tw-double-bass-drum-pedal/</link>
		<comments>http://bothners.co.za/products/the-mapex-p710tw-double-bass-drum-pedal/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:30:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>JamesR</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Drums & Percussion]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Products]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://bothners.co.za/?p=11262</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The new Mapex P710 (single) and the P710TW (double) bass drum pedals are changing the rules on what an "entry level" pedal is supposed to be. Mapex has incorporated several features found on the Falcon and Raptor pedals, like a smaller footprint and quick and easy adjustment points.  <br /><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/the-mapex-p710tw-double-bass-drum-pedal/">Read More: The Mapex P710TW Double Bass Drum Pedal</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/the-mapex-p710tw-double-bass-drum-pedal/attachment/p710tw/" rel="attachment wp-att-11264"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-11264" title="P710TW" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/P710TW.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="300" /></a></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">The Mapex P710TW Double Bass Drum Pedal</h2>
<p>Every first step is a big deal and your first bass drum pedal is no exception. It has to be fast, rugged and, of course, look cool! The new Mapex P710 (single) and the P710TW (double) bass drum pedals are changing the rules on what an &#8220;entry level&#8221; pedal is supposed to be. If the P710&#8242;s beaters look familiar, they should. Mapex has incorporated several features found on the Falcon and Raptor pedals, like a smaller footprint and quick and easy adjustment points.</p>
<p><strong>Features</strong><br />
•Double Chain Drive<br />
•Solid Steel Base Plate<br />
•Reversible Beater Head<br />
•Smaller Footprint (113 mm wide</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://bothners.co.za/products/the-mapex-p710tw-double-bass-drum-pedal/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Vic Firth&#8217;s Signature Series Dave Weckl Drumstick &#8211; The SDW</title>
		<link>http://bothners.co.za/products/vic-firths-signature-series-dave-weckl-drumstick-the-sdw/</link>
		<comments>http://bothners.co.za/products/vic-firths-signature-series-dave-weckl-drumstick-the-sdw/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:30:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>JamesR</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Drums & Percussion]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Products]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://bothners.co.za/?p=11254</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Barrel tip for broad cymbal sound. Fast‚ with great leverage. Available in wood or nylon tip. For the last 20 years, Dave Weckl has maintained a reputation amongst his fans and peers as one of the very finest musicians on the contemporary music scene today. <br /><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/vic-firths-signature-series-dave-weckl-drumstick-the-sdw/">Read More: Vic Firth&#8217;s Signature Series Dave Weckl Drumstick &#8211; The SDW</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/vic-firths-signature-series-dave-weckl-drumstick-the-sdw/attachment/dave-weckl/" rel="attachment wp-att-11255"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-11255" title="Dave Weckl" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Dave-Weckl.gif" alt="" width="360" height="360" /></a></p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">Vic Firth&#8217;s Signature Series Dave Weckl Drumstick &#8211; The SDW</h2>
<p>Barrel tip for broad cymbal sound. Fast‚ with great leverage. Available in wood or nylon tip.<br />
L = 16 1/4&#8243; | Dia. = .560</p>
<p>For the last 20 years, Dave Weckl has maintained a reputation amongst his fans and peers as one of the very finest musicians on the contemporary music scene today.</p>
<p>Weckl was born in St. Louis, receiving his first drum set at age eight and developing his playing style by listening to drummers like Buddy Rich, as well as R&amp;B grooves. After a couple of years in college, he became involved in the New York jazz scene, eventually joining a fusion group called Nitesprite, where he attracted the attention of Peter Erskine. It was Peter who recommended Dave for his first &#8216;big gig&#8217; in town with a group called French Toast, forerunner to the Michel Camilo band, which has been recorded quite extensively over the years.</p>
<p>In 1985 Michael Brecker suggested that Chick Corea check out Dave for his new Elektric Band, he was forming. That was the beginning of a 7 year relationship with both the Elektric and Akoustic Bands, where 9 recordings and 3 videos were produced, including a Grammy for the initial Akoustic Band release. The Elektric Band showcased Dave&#8217;s spectacular drumming and innovative use of both electric and acoustic drums, bringing him world</p>
<p><a href="http://www.myspace.com/emmanuellecaplette" target="_blank">www.daveweckl.com</a> <!--ALL PAGE CONTENT GOES ABOVE ::::::::: ALL PAGE CONTENT GOES ABOVE ::::::::: ALL PAGE CONTENT GOES ABOVE ::::::::: ALL PAGE CONTENT GOES ABOVE--></p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://bothners.co.za/products/vic-firths-signature-series-dave-weckl-drumstick-the-sdw/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>The AKAI MPK61 MIDI Controller</title>
		<link>http://bothners.co.za/products/11240/</link>
		<comments>http://bothners.co.za/products/11240/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:30:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>JamesR</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Keyboards]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[MIDI Controllers]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Products]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Studio & Recording]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://bothners.co.za/?p=11240</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Each MPK controller combines a piano-style keybed with a bank of genuine Akai Professional MPC pads, assignable Q-Link controllers and key technologies from the iconic MPC family of music production workstations. <br /><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/11240/">Read More: The AKAI MPK61 MIDI Controller</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/11240/attachment/mpk61/" rel="attachment wp-att-11241"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-11241" title="mpk61" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/mpk61.jpg" alt="" width="433" height="232" /></a></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">The AKAI MPK61</h2>
<p><strong>Fully Loaded for Studio and Stage.</strong></p>
<p>The MPK61 is a keyboard performance MIDI controller that expands the popular MPK line. Each MPK controller combines a piano-style keybed with a bank of genuine Akai Professional MPC pads, assignable Q-Link controllers and key technologies from the iconic MPC family of music production workstations.</p>
<p>Producers, performers and DJs will appreciate the MPK61’s mix of 61 semi-weighted keys with aftertouch, 16 MPC pads with velocity and pressure sensitivity, 72 assignable Q-Link controllers, MPC Note Repeat, MPC Swing and an arpeggiator. The MPK61’s size is ideal for performers who need a larger keyboard than the original 49-key MPK49 offers, but also prefer the lighter weight and associated portability of a semi-weighted keyboard. The MPK61 retains the key split features from the MPK88, enabling you to divide the keyboard into two zones for performing with two different programs at once.</p>
<p>Like its 25, 49 and fully weighted 88-key siblings – the MPK25, MPK49 and MPK88, respectively – the MPK61 empowers you to create and manipulate melodic, harmonic and rhythmic content and inspires creative production with its arpeggiator, MPC Swing and MPC Note Repeat technologies.</p>
<p>The MPK61 comes with Ableton Live Lite Akai Edition software, one of the most popular and powerful performance and production programs worldwide. Ableton Live Lite enables musicians to spontaneously compose, record, remix, improvise and edit musical ideas in a seamless audio/MIDI environment. The MPK61 is a MIDI controller that sends MIDI data over USB for plug-and-play performance with Mac and PC. Because they are MIDI compliant, the MPK series works with virtually all MIDI recording, sequencing, and performance software for musical performers from keyboard players to producers to DJs and VJs.</p>
<p><strong>Features:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>61-key semi-weighted keyboard with aftertouch for expressive melodic creativity</li>
<li>16 genuine MPC pads with pressure and velocity sensitivity</li>
<li>MPC pads access four banks each for instant access to 48 samples</li>
<li>Control 72 software parameters with 24 assignable Q-Link controllers</li>
<li>Key Split enables two different sounds from the same keyboard</li>
<li>MPC Note Repeat, MPC Swing, and arpeggiator aid in creative process</li>
<li>Transport controls for use with sequencers and DAWs</li>
<li>MPC Full Level, MPC 16-Level, Tap Tempo, and Time Division assist with tempo and dynamics</li>
<li>MIDI output over USB, bus powered, class compliant: plug and play with one USB cable</li>
<li>Comes with Ableton Live Lite Akai Edition software</li>
<li>Works with virtually all MIDI recording, sequencing, and performance software</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Includes:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>MPK61 controller</li>
<li>USB cable</li>
<li>Software CD</li>
<li>Quick start guide</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Specifications:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Number of Keys: 61 + 16 x 4 banks of drum pads</li>
<li>Type of action: Semi-weighted</li>
<li>Aftertouch (Channel)</li>
<li>Computer Interface: USB/MIDI</li>
<li>Displays: Custom LCD</li>
<li>Footswitchable Patch Changes: yes</li>
<li>Number of Independent MIDI Ins/Outs: 1</li>
<li>Programmable Continuous Footpedals: 1</li>
<li>Programmable Footswitches: 1</li>
<li>Programmable controllers: MMC, MIDI START/STOP, MIDI CC</li>
<li>System Real-Time Controls: MMC, MIDI START/STOP, MIDI CC</li>
<li>Dimensions: 36&#8243;x11.25&#8243;x2.5&#8243; (WxDxH)</li>
<li>Weight: 27.99 lbs shipping weight, 17.2 lbs keyboard only</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>System Requirements:</strong></p>
<p>Macintosh: 1.25 GHz G4/G5 or faster (Intel Mac recommended), 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended), Mac OS X 10.4.11 (10.5 or later recommended)</p>
<p>Windows: 1.5 GHz Pentium 4 or Celeron compatible CPU or faster (multicore CPU recommended), 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended), Windows 7, Windows Vista or Windows XP, Windows compatible sound card (ASIO driver support recommended), QuickTime recommended<br />
Available USB Port</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://bothners.co.za/products/11240/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>The Laney CXM-115 Active Monitor</title>
		<link>http://bothners.co.za/products/the-laney-cxm-115-active-monitor/</link>
		<comments>http://bothners.co.za/products/the-laney-cxm-115-active-monitor/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:30:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>JamesR</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[P.A. Gear / Live Sound Reinforcement]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Products]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Sound & Lighting]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://bothners.co.za/?p=11246</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The CXM-115 is the perfect complement to the Laney CXP-115 wedge style powered monitor. With 200W RMS power, road ready construction, kick-proof metal grille, recess carry handle, metal corners &#038; rubber feet, this monitor is high in quality and optimal in functionality. <br /><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/the-laney-cxm-115-active-monitor/">Read More: The Laney CXM-115 Active Monitor</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/the-laney-cxm-115-active-monitor/attachment/cxm115/" rel="attachment wp-att-11247"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-11247" title="CXM115" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/CXM115.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="300" /></a></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">The Laney CXM-115 Active Monitor</h2>
<p><strong>The CXM-115 is the perfect complement to the Laney CXP-115 wedge style powered monitor.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Power in RMS:</strong> 200 Watts<br />
<strong>Inputs:</strong> Double (Paralleled) Jacks<br />
<strong>Speaker connections:</strong> 2 x jack<br />
<strong>Impedance:</strong> 8 ohms<br />
<strong>Drivers:</strong> 1&#215;15&#8243; Custom Driver + HF Horn<br />
<strong>Cabinet Design:</strong> Full range stage monitor. Road ready construction with kick-proof metal grille, recess carry handle, metal corners &amp; rubber feet<br />
<strong>Kick Proof Metal Grill:</strong> Yes<br />
<strong>Power Handling Program:</strong> 400 watts<br />
<strong>Frequency Response:</strong> 60Hz &#8211; 8K<br />
<strong>Sensitivity:</strong> 97 dB/W@1M<br />
<strong>Weight:</strong> 21 Kg<br />
<strong>Dimensions:</strong> Width 667 x Height 343 x Depth 462</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://bothners.co.za/products/the-laney-cxm-115-active-monitor/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Akai Professional Blues Overdrive Pedal</title>
		<link>http://bothners.co.za/products/akai-professional-blues-overdrive-pedal/</link>
		<comments>http://bothners.co.za/products/akai-professional-blues-overdrive-pedal/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:22:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>JamesR</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Instrument effects]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Products]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://bothners.co.za/?p=11232</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The Akai Professional Blues Overdrive is an essential ingredient in the Analogue Custom Shop product line. Blues Overdrive’s heavy-duty polished stainless-steel housing is deceptively simple in appearance, wonderfully deep in appealing, warm tone. True-bypass switching is combined with adjustable Level and Drive knobs for just the right amount of precision control. <br /><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/akai-professional-blues-overdrive-pedal/">Read More: Akai Professional Blues Overdrive Pedal</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/akai-professional-blues-overdrive-pedal/attachment/blues-overdrive/" rel="attachment wp-att-11236"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-11236" title="Blues Overdrive" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Blues-Overdrive.jpg" alt="" width="297" height="297" /></a></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">Akai Professional Blues Overdrive Pedal</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Recreate the sound of blues from Nashville to Chicago and all points between&#8230;</strong></p>
<p>The Akai Professional Blues Overdrive is an essential ingredient in the Analogue Custom Shop product line. Blues Overdrive’s heavy-duty polished stainless-steel housing is deceptively simple in appearance, wonderfully deep in appealing, warm tone. True-bypass switching is combined with adjustable Level and Drive knobs for just the right amount of precision control.</p>
<p>Overdrive pedals may be difficult to master, however, with only two knobs Blues Overdrive allows guitarists to easily dial in a precise combination of volume and overdrive effect. Subtle adjustments allow guitarists to sculpt a tone that is customized to their rig, band or specific song. Warm up your sound, add some grit and play with the emotion-stirring Blues Overdrive from Akai Professional’s Analogue Custom Shop.</p>
<p>Blues Overdrive is powered by the included 9-volt battery or 9v DC adapter (sold separately).</p>
<p><strong>The Analog Custom Shop consists of these pedals: Phase Shifter, Analog Delay, Blues Overdrive, Chorus, Compressor, DRIVE 3 Overdrive, Deluxe Distortion, Flanger, DRIVE 3 Fuzz, and DRIVE 3 Distortion.</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Dynamic overdrive response to incoming signal, from subtle to saturated</li>
<li>Vintage circuit design with boutique sound quality</li>
<li>True Bypass for retaining a pure signal when the effect is disengaged</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Includes:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>9V battery</li>
<li>Quick start guide</li>
</ul>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://bothners.co.za/products/akai-professional-blues-overdrive-pedal/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Seymour Duncan &amp; Seth Lover, Inventor of the Humbucking Pickup&#8230; The SH-55</title>
		<link>http://bothners.co.za/products/guitar-and-bass-pickups/seymour-duncan-seth-lover-inventor-of-the-humbucking-pickup-the-sh-55/</link>
		<comments>http://bothners.co.za/products/guitar-and-bass-pickups/seymour-duncan-seth-lover-inventor-of-the-humbucking-pickup-the-sh-55/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:15:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>JamesR</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Guitar and Bass Pickups]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://bothners.co.za/?p=11203</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Designed jointly by Seymour Duncan and humbucker inventor, the late Seth Lover. Just like the original 1955 P.A.F.s, the SH-55 has a slightly microphonic quality, giving blues, jazz and classic rock a husky tone, akin to the great masters of the styles. Used by Joe Perry (Aerosmith), Gary Rossington &#038; Rickey Medlocke (Lynyrd Skynyrd), Blues Saraceno, Dweezil Zappa, Sheryl Crow (neck &#038; bridge), George Pajon Jr. (Black-Eyed Peas) and Steve Stevens amongst others.  <br /><a href="http://bothners.co.za/products/guitar-and-bass-pickups/seymour-duncan-seth-lover-inventor-of-the-humbucking-pickup-the-sh-55/">Read More: Seymour Duncan &#038; Seth Lover, Inventor of the Humbucking Pickup&#8230; The SH-55</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/guitar-and-bass-pickups/seymour-duncan-seth-lover-inventor-of-the-humbucking-pickup-the-sh-55/attachment/seth-lover/" rel="attachment wp-att-11206"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-11206" title="Seth Lover SH-55" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Seth-Lover.jpg" alt="" width="397" height="245" /></a></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">Seymour Duncan &amp; Seth Lover<br />
Inventor of the Humbucking Pickup&#8230; The SH-55</h2>
<p><strong>Application</strong><br />
Ultra-authentic, Alnico 2, P.A.F.-type humbucker. Great for country, jazz, blues and classic rock.</p>
<p><strong>Description</strong><br />
Designed jointly by Seymour and humbucker inventor, the late Seth Lover. Just like the original 1955 P.A.F.s, the SH-55 utilizes a nickel silver cover and long-legged nickel silver bottom plate, butyrate plastic bobbins, plain enamel wire, Alnico 2 bar, wooden spacer, and black paper tape. To be completely true to the original design and tone, the pickup is not wax potted. The tone is vintage P.A.F. The unpotted cover gives a slightly &#8220;honky&#8221; microphonic quality. Vintage style single conductor cable standard.</p>
<p><strong>Complete Setup</strong><br />
Mostly commonly used in a neck and bridge set. Can be used in the neck with an SH-11 Custom Custom for heavier rock sounds from the bridge position.</p>
<p><strong>Guitars</strong><br />
For brighter toned instruments. Works especially well with maple and ebony fingerboards. Not recommended for use with ultra high gain tube amplifiers over 50 watts.</p>
<p><strong>Available mods</strong><br />
Choose nickel or gold-plated cover. Four-conductor cable.</p>
<p><strong>Players</strong><br />
Joe Perry / Aerosmith (neck &amp; bridge), Gary Rossington &amp; Rickey Medlocke / Lynyrd Skynyrd (neck &amp; bridge), Blues Saraceno, Dweezil Zappa, Sheryl Crow (neck &amp; bridge), George Pajon Jr. / Black-Eyed Peas (neck &amp; bridge), Steve Stevens (neck &amp; bridge).</p>
<div id="attachment_11209" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 260px"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/guitar-and-bass-pickups/seymour-duncan-seth-lover-inventor-of-the-humbucking-pickup-the-sh-55/attachment/seymour-duncan-and-seth-lover/" rel="attachment wp-att-11209"><img class="size-full wp-image-11209" title="Seymour Duncan and Seth Lover" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Seymour-Duncan-and-Seth-Lover.jpg" alt="" width="250" height="316" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Seymour Duncan and Seth Lover</p></div>
<h2><strong>More on Seth Lover, the inventor of the Humbucking Pickup:</strong></h2>
<p>Seth Lover (January 1, 1910 in Kalamazoo, Michigan – January 31, 1997 in Garden Grove, California) is most famous for inventing the humbucker or hum-cancelling electric stringed instrument pickup, most often used on the electric guitar.</p>
<p>Lover&#8217;s most famous humbucker design (U.S. Patent 2,896,491) was the P.A.F. (Patent Applied For) designed while working for Gibson Musical Instruments in 1955. This pickup was utilised in a range of Gibson guitars, most notably the Les Paul model.</p>
<p><strong>Why Humbuckers?</strong></p>
<p>Before Lover, electric guitarists were forced to cope with the 60-cycle hum inherent in single coil pickups. It was in the mid-&#8217;50s, while working as an amplifier designer at Gibson Guitars, that Lover figured out how to wire two coils electrically out of phase and with reversed magnetic polarities. The effect was to cancel the hum before it reached the amp and the result was the birth of the humbucking pickup.</p>
<p>Lover applied for the patent on the humbucking pickup in 1955 and it was finally granted in 1959 (U.S. 2,896,491). During this five-year period, Gibson adhered a &#8220;Patent Applied For&#8221; sticker to the underside of their humbucker pickups. These &#8220;P.A.F.&#8221; pickups are the most collectable and desirable pickups today, fetching upwards of $1,000 each among vintage guitar collectors.</p>
<p><strong>The Flying V</strong></p>
<p>While working under Ted McCarty at Gibson, Lover was also involved in guitar design. He liked to tell how he helped contribute to the design of the famous &#8220;Flying V.&#8221; Lover said that he thought up the design as a way to lean the guitar against a wall without it tipping over.</p>
<p><strong>Seth Lover and Fender</strong></p>
<p>Lover worked for Gibson from 1952 to 1967 as a design engineer. In 1967, he transferred to Fender Musical Instruments where he worked until 1975 as a project engineer. Another of his designs, known as the Fender Wide Range humbucking pickup (WRHP), was used in the three Telecaster models (Deluxe, Custom, and Thinline) produced by Fender in the 1960-1970s. In addition to his Gibson patents, he authoured three more at Fender &#8212; two for loudspeaker cabinets and one for an electric piano pickup. He retired to the Southern California town of Garden Grove where he lived quietly with Lavone, his wife of 59 years.</p>
<p><strong>Seth and his protege Seymour Duncan</strong></p>
<p>Seymour W. Duncan, known industry-wide as a guitar pickup designer and manufacturer, considered Lover his &#8220;humbucker mentor.&#8221; The two were associated for nearly 20 years. In 1994, Seymour and Seth Lover joined forces to release the Seth Lover Model pickup, an authentic re-creation of the &#8220;Patent Applied For&#8221; humbucker. After numerous full-page ads, NAMM show appearances, and magazine interviews, Seth became a minor celebrity &#8211; at age 84!</p>
<p>Seth always maintained a quick wit and a keen sense of humor. He was once heard joking that on his birth certificate, under the section marked &#8220;father&#8217;s name,&#8221; it merely said, &#8220;Lover!&#8221; During his final years, Seth was a regular member of the Seymour Duncan NAMM-team. He loved to hold court in the Duncan booth answering questions and signing autographs, always with Lavone at his side.</p>
<p>Seth Lover died on January 31, 1997 after a brief illness, aged 87. He is survived by Lavone, his two sons Robert and Gene, and three grandchildren. (And his favorite student, Seymour W. Duncan).</p>
<p>Reference: <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seth_Lover">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seth_Lover</a></p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://bothners.co.za/products/guitar-and-bass-pickups/seymour-duncan-seth-lover-inventor-of-the-humbucking-pickup-the-sh-55/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>The Rock &amp; Pop Music Series Course &#8211; SAQA Accredited &#8211; At Paul Bothner&#8217;s Music Stores</title>
		<link>http://bothners.co.za/events/free-rock-and-pop-workshop-paul-bothners-music-store-n1-city-goodwood-1700-to-1830/</link>
		<comments>http://bothners.co.za/events/free-rock-and-pop-workshop-paul-bothners-music-store-n1-city-goodwood-1700-to-1830/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:18:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>JamesR</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Events - Clinics]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[What's Happening]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://bothners.co.za/?p=11186</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[On 2 Feb, David Bobby gave a workshop at our N1 Value Centre branch on the new syllabus and format of this series.This new set of ground breaking Rock &#038; Pop Music Qualifications is SAQA ACCREDITED... The Rock &#038; Pop closing dates and fees are the same as those for Trinity College and the exam sessions will be the same as the Trinity practical exam sessions. <br /><a href="http://bothners.co.za/events/free-rock-and-pop-workshop-paul-bothners-music-store-n1-city-goodwood-1700-to-1830/">Read More: The Rock &#038; Pop Music Series Course &#8211; SAQA Accredited &#8211; At Paul Bothner&#8217;s Music Stores</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" title="Rock and Pop Vocals" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Rock-and-Pop-Vocals1.jpg" alt="" width="239" height="322" /></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">The ROCK &amp; POP Music Course</h2>
<p>On 2 Feb, David Bobby gave a workshop at our N1 Value Centre branch on the new syllabus and format of this series.This new set of ground breaking Rock &amp; Pop Music Qualifications is SAQA ACCREDITED&#8230; The Rock &amp; Pop closing dates and fees are the same as those for Trinity College and the exam sessions will be the same as the Trinity practical exam sessions.</p>
<p>These graded books have an extensive range of musical styles from classic tracks to recent releases and include demo and backing tracks, performance notes and guidance on technique and session skills.</p>
<p><strong>Categories include:</strong> Guitar, Bass, Drums, Keyboards &amp; Vocals.</p>
<p><strong>The Rock &amp; Pop music books will be released and available for purchase as follows&#8230;</strong></p>
<p>· 23 January 2012: Initial to Grade 2 books</p>
<p>· 29 February 2012: Grades 3 books</p>
<p>· 15 March 2012: Grade 4 books (excluding Grade 4 Guitar)</p>
<p>· 29 March 2012: Grade 5 books</p>
<p>· 30 March 2012: Grade 4 Guitar book</p>
<p>· 20 June 2012: Grade 6 books</p>
<p>· 4 July 2012: Grade 7 books</p>
<p>· 18 July 2012: Grade 8 books</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://bothners.co.za/events/free-rock-and-pop-workshop-paul-bothners-music-store-n1-city-goodwood-1700-to-1830/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>The Analogue Custom Shop Pedals By Akai Professional</title>
		<link>http://bothners.co.za/hot_products/the-analog-custom-shop-pedals-by-akai-professional/</link>
		<comments>http://bothners.co.za/hot_products/the-analog-custom-shop-pedals-by-akai-professional/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 07:59:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>clementg</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Hot Products]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://bothners.co.za/?p=11132</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Akai Professional has a history of delivering sought-after, groundbreaking guitar effects. From the Shred-O-Matic, an outrageous multi-mode tube/solid-state distortion pedal with expression control, to our most famous pedal to date, the DEEP IMPACT SB1 Synthbass Pedal, Akai Pro has been bringing innovative and unique stomp boxes to guitarists for years. <br /><a href="http://bothners.co.za/hot_products/the-analog-custom-shop-pedals-by-akai-professional/">Read More: The Analogue Custom Shop Pedals By Akai Professional</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.akaipro.com"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-11134" title="pedals_header_slug" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pedals_header_slug.jpg" alt="" width="880" height="319" /></a></p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">HISTORIC TONE</h2>
<p>Akai Professional has a history of delivering sought-after, groundbreaking guitar effects. From the Shred-O-Matic, an outrageous multi-mode tube/solid-state distortion pedal with expression control, to our most famous pedal to date, the DEEP IMPACT SB1 Synthbass Pedal, Akai Pro has been bringing innovative and unique stomp boxes to guitarists for years. One of Akai Pro&#8217;s most iconic pedals, the E2 HEADRUSH, ignited the use of looping pedals for guitar players everywhere thanks to its ease of use and remarkable quality. Before long, artists like KT Tunstall were using it to create captivating loops, layering sound upon sound and fashioning hits like Black Horse &amp; The Cherry Tree.</p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">THE ANALOG CUSTOM SHOP PEDALS</h2>
<p>Building upon this history of quality and ingenuity, Akai Professional is bringing a new generation of boutique-quality effects to guitarists. Each one delivers everything that discerning guitarists demand: rugged all-metal construction, premium internal components including germanium transistors, and true bypass signal paths. Welcome to the Analog Custom Shop. It’s time to experience ten incredible, all-analog pedals that deliver everything from furious distortion and wailing overdrive, to sweeping delay and delicate, mesmerizing tone.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: center;">Analog Delay</h3>
<div id="attachment_11136" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 272px"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/hot-products/special_products/the-analog-custom-shop-pedals-by-akai-professional/attachment/analog_delay/" rel="attachment wp-att-11136"><img class="size-full wp-image-11136" title="analog_delay" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/analog_delay.png" alt="" width="262" height="169" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Analog Delay</p></div>
<p>Analog Delay is essential ammo in the modern guitarists effects pedal arsenal. Analog Delay provides three-dimensional control in heavy-duty polished stainless-steel housing. True-bypass switching, adjustable Mix, Time and Repeat knobs and a durable Time Switch toggle provide precision delay control.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: center;">Blues Overdrive</h3>
<div id="attachment_11139" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 272px"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/hot-products/special_products/the-analog-custom-shop-pedals-by-akai-professional/attachment/blues_overdrive/" rel="attachment wp-att-11139"><img class="size-full wp-image-11139" title="Blues_Overdrive" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Blues_Overdrive.png" alt="" width="262" height="169" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Blues Overdrive</p></div>
<p>Recreate the sound of blues from Nashville to Chicago and all points between with Blues Overdrive from the Akai Pro Analog Custom Shop. Blues Overdrive is an essential ingredient in the Analog Custom Shop product line. Blues Overdrive’s heavy-duty polished stainless-steel housing is deceptively simple in appearance, wonderfully deep in appealing, warm tone.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: center;">Chorus</h3>
<div id="attachment_11140" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 272px"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/hot-products/special_products/the-analog-custom-shop-pedals-by-akai-professional/attachment/chorus/" rel="attachment wp-att-11140"><img class="size-full wp-image-11140" title="chorus" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/chorus.png" alt="" width="262" height="169" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Chorus</p></div>
<p>Make your guitar sing with Chorus, a new pedal from Akai Pro&#8217;s Analog Custom Shop. Chorus is your secret weapon in creating a thick, lush customized sound. Chorus is housed in heavy-duty polished stainless-steel. True-bypass switching combined with adjustable Tone, Speed and Spread knobs provide a wide range of precision control.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: center;">Compressor</h3>
<div id="attachment_11142" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 272px"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/hot-products/special_products/the-analog-custom-shop-pedals-by-akai-professional/attachment/compresser/" rel="attachment wp-att-11142"><img class="size-full wp-image-11142" title="compresser" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/compresser.png" alt="" width="262" height="169" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Compresser</p></div>
<p>Compressor, from the Akai Pro Analog Custom Shop, is the ideal solution to sculpting a defined guitar tone. Compressor combines Level and Sensitivity knobs in a heavy-duty polished stainless-steel housing with classic custom graphics evoking the true sound of guitar glory.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: center;">Deluxe Distortion</h3>
<div id="attachment_11143" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 272px"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/hot-products/special_products/the-analog-custom-shop-pedals-by-akai-professional/attachment/deluxe_distortion/" rel="attachment wp-att-11143"><img class="size-full wp-image-11143" title="deluxe_distortion" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/deluxe_distortion.png" alt="" width="262" height="169" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Deluxe Distortion</p></div>
<p>The Akai Pro Deluxe Distortion guitar effects pedal is the flagship of the Analog Custom Shop product line. Deluxe Distortion combines distortion, tone-control and amplifier simulation in heavy-duty polished stainless-steel housing. True-bypass switching, adjustable frequency knobs, amp simulation and tone toggle switches provide precision control.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: center;">Flanger</h3>
<div id="attachment_11144" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 272px"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/hot-products/special_products/the-analog-custom-shop-pedals-by-akai-professional/attachment/flanger/" rel="attachment wp-att-11144"><img class="size-full wp-image-11144" title="flanger" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/flanger.png" alt="" width="262" height="169" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Flanger</p></div>
<p>Warm tone, Hyper resonance, Pure analog. Those are the hallmarks of Flanger, from the Akai Pro Analog Custom Shop. It&#8217;s a great example of a classic sound improved. Flanger includes Rate, Depth, Manual and Resonance knobs in heavy-duty polished stainless-steel housing. True-bypass switching and four adjustable knobs provide precision control.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: center;">Phase Shifter</h3>
<div id="attachment_11145" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 272px"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/hot-products/special_products/the-analog-custom-shop-pedals-by-akai-professional/attachment/phase_shifter/" rel="attachment wp-att-11145"><img class="size-full wp-image-11145" title="phase_shifter" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/phase_shifter.png" alt="" width="262" height="169" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Phase Shifter</p></div>
<p>This is a true modern classic. Phase Shifter, from the Akai Pro Analog Custom Shop is one of the more esoteric pedals in the product line. Phase includes A and B frequency toggle-switches and a Rate knob in heavy-duty polished stainless-steel housing. True-bypass switching and three control mechanisms provide precision control.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: center;">Drive3 Distortion</h3>
<div id="attachment_11146" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 272px"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/hot-products/special_products/the-analog-custom-shop-pedals-by-akai-professional/attachment/drive3_distortion/" rel="attachment wp-att-11146"><img class="size-full wp-image-11146" title="drive3_distortion" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/drive3_distortion.png" alt="" width="262" height="169" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Drive3 Distortion</p></div>
<p>It&#8217;s three distortions in one. The Analog Custom Shop Drive3 Distortion guitar effects pedal is an excellent affordable alternative to the more top-end Deluxe Distortion. Drive3 Distortion combines Level, Tone and Distortion knobs with a Fat, Boost and Warm Drive3 switch in heavy-duty polished stainless-steel housing. True-bypass switching, three adjustable knobs and tone toggle switch provide precision tone control.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: center;">Drive3 Fuzz</h3>
<div id="attachment_11147" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 272px"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/hot-products/special_products/the-analog-custom-shop-pedals-by-akai-professional/attachment/drive_3_fuzz/" rel="attachment wp-att-11147"><img class="size-full wp-image-11147" title="drive_3_fuzz" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/drive_3_fuzz.png" alt="" width="262" height="169" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Drive3 Fuzz</p></div>
<p>Drive3 Fuzz is Akai Pro’s Analog Custom Shop solution to the classic fuzz guitar sound. It combines Level, Tone and Fuzz knobs with a Muffy, Boost and Warm Drive3 switch in heavy-duty polished stainless-steel housing. True-bypass switching, three adjustable knobs and tone toggle switch provide complete fuzz control.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: center;">Drive3 Overdrive</h3>
<div id="attachment_11148" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 272px"><a href="http://bothners.co.za/hot-products/special_products/the-analog-custom-shop-pedals-by-akai-professional/attachment/drive3_overdrive/" rel="attachment wp-att-11148"><img class="size-full wp-image-11148" title="drive3_Overdrive" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/drive3_Overdrive.png" alt="" width="262" height="169" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Drive3 Overdrive</p></div>
<p>Drive3 Overdrive is the big brother to our lower-cost Blues Overdrive. Drive3 Overdrive combines Level, Tone and Drive knobs with a Scream, Boost and Warm Drive3 switch in heavy-duty polished stainless-steel housing. True-bypass switching, three adjustable knobs and tone toggle-switch provide precision tone control for an unrivaled tube-like sound.</p>
<div id="attachment_11151" class="wp-caption alignleft" style="width: 184px"><a href="http://www.akaipro.com"><img class="size-full wp-image-11151" title="img_logo" src="http://bothners.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_logo4.png" alt="" width="174" height="65" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Visit Akai Professional</p></div>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"> </h2>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://bothners.co.za/hot_products/the-analog-custom-shop-pedals-by-akai-professional/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
	</channel>
</rss>

