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Zoom H2 Digital RecorderZoom H2 Digital Recorder
Ref: 00056448
£146.80
It's a simple idea: provide brilliant stereo recording in an easy-to-use, ultra-portable device. This is a stereo figital recorder that you can take to gigs and record them, take it to a rehearsal and record your practice. It comes with 2 built-in high quality mics.
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Boss Micro-BR Digital RecorderBoss Micro-BR Digital Recorder
Ref: 00057864
£159.99
Meet the ultimate palmtop recording studio. Only slightly larger than an iPod, the tiny-yet-powerful Micro BR is dream for musicians on the go. It offers 4 track playback and lets you record 2 tracks at once.

It also has a built-in drum machine, on-board mult-effects for your guitar or for vocals and even a built-in tuner and microphone. It records to standard SD card in MP3 format for easy editing later on your computer.

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Fostex MR-8 MKII Digital RecorderFostex MR-8 MKII Digital Recorder
Ref: 00058004
£249.99
The ultimate record-anywhere multitrack. Capture inspiration whenever and wherever you are. The new MR-8 Mk II is the easiest to use digital multitrack ever. If you can operate a tape recorder, you’ll be recording and multitracking within minutes of opening the box.

It has 8 tracks or recording and playback using compact flash cards. It also includes digital effects and 2 dedicated microphone inputs with phantom power for use with microphones such as the Sontronics STC2 and se2200a

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Essentials HP-170 HeadphonesEssentials HP-170 Headphones
Ref: 00064001
£12.99
The Hp-170 Headphones are excellent value for money and include sensitivity of 108dB S.P.L. at 1KHZ, 32 Ohms impedance and a frequency response of 20Hz~20.000Hz.. What that means is they sound great for all types of music and have a wide frequency response to accurately reproduce your music
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AKG K 99 Hi-Fi Stereo HeadphonesAKG K 99 Hi-Fi Stereo Headphones
Ref: 00067524
£39.14
The newly designed K99 are semi-open stereo headphones which combine excellent sound and optimum price/performance. They have a Sensitivity: 112 dB/V and a Frequency range: 18 to 22,000 Hz which means they'll sound better than the Essential Headphones for a more discerning ear. Build quality is also higher which means if you're using them a lot then they will last longer.
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Audio Technica Pro 282 MicrophoneAudio Technica Pro 282 Microphone
Ref: 00054000
£19.56
With state-of-the-art electronics and smooth, clear sound, the Pro Series has earned a reputation for professional quality at an incredibly reasonable price. Includes a 5 Metre XLR to Jack Lead that will connect it to all the recording devices on this beginners section.
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Audio Technica Pro 686 MicrophoneAudio Technica Pro 686 Microphone
Ref: 00054001
£34.25
Improved sound quality to the Pro 282. Includes a 5 Metre XLR to Jack Lead that will connect it to all the recording devices on this beginners section.
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Shure PG58 MicrophoneShure PG58 Microphone
Ref: 00055259
£39.14
Excellent value budget version of the classic SM58 mic. It also comes with an XLR-XLR lead. If you want to use this mic with any of the recorders/interfaces that don't have an XLR input then you'll need to nuy a separate XLR to Jack lead. The supplied XLR to XLR lead does give more superior performance on units with XLR inputs though.
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Samson Q1U USB MicrophoneSamson Q1U USB Microphone
Ref: 00057279
£49.99
The first professional dynamic USB mic! The Samson Q1U plugs directly into your computer (Mac or PC) with no audio interface needed. A simple solution if all you want to record is voice.
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Samson CO1U USB Studio Condenser MicrophoneSamson CO1U USB Studio Condenser Microphone
Ref: 00054453
£72.99
Perfect for Podcasts! The Samson C01U USB Studio Condenser Mic is the first affordable studio condenser mic with a USB interface. It has a higher quality sound capture than the Q1U for more realistic, smoother recordings. Again it plugs directly into your computer (Mac or PC)
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Behringer B1 MicrophoneBehringer B1 Microphone
Ref: 00055228
£68.50
Designed especially with home-studio owners and musicians in mind, the Behinger B1 features a 1" capsule that captures your sounds with incredible realism, sensitivity and accuracy. This is a 'studio' mic that gives a lot higher quality recording than the live mics above. It needs an interface or desk with XLR inputs that provide phantom power. It needs this phantom power to work.
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Sontronics STC2 MicrophoneSontronics STC2 Microphone
Ref: 00053643
£149.99
A higher quality microphone than the Behringer for even better quality recordings. It also require phantom power as above and an XLR input on the interface/mixer.
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Mixers
Behringer XENYX 502 MixerBehringer XENYX 502 Mixer
Ref: 00071936
£32.30
The Behringer Xenyx 502 Mixer has 5 inputs and main mix, stereo CD/tape plus separate headphone outputs. A great beginner's mixer it has one XLR input but doesn't include phantom power.
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Behringer XENYX 802 MixerBehringer XENYX 802 Mixer
Ref: 00071935
£45.02
The XENYX 802 has 8 inputs and a FX Send control for each channel. Additionally, assignable CD/tape inputs have been incorporated for routing flexibility. It has 2 XLR inputs which also have phantom power so you can use them with any type of microphone.
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Behringer XENYX 1202FX MixerBehringer XENYX 1202FX Mixer
Ref: 00071932
£77.32
The XENYX 1202FX has 12 inputs and a FX Send control for each channel. It as 4 XLR inputs, all with phantom power. It also comes with built-in effects such as reverb and delay.
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Behringer XENYX 1204 Mixer including USB Audio InterfaceBehringer XENYX 1204 Mixer including USB Audio Interface
Ref: 00071930
£103.74
The XENYX 1204 has 12 inputs and 2 Aux Sends for each channel. It has 4 XLR ins with phantom power. It also comes with a free USB Audiio interface to connect the miser to your computer
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Alesis iMultiMix 8 USB MixerAlesis iMultiMix 8 USB Mixer
Ref: 00062428
£194.77
The Alesis iMultiMix 8 USB represents the first mixer to fuse together professional quality mixing, 3 band per channel EQ, guitar/line inputs and iPod recording in a single, intuitive package. For ultra-clean live recordings of nearly any performance, including home studios, musicians, podcasters, and houses of worship, the iMultiMix 8 USB is an ideal solution. It has 4 XLR ins with phantom power and built-in effects (iPod not included)
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Alesis MultiMix 8 USB MixerAlesis MultiMix 8 USB Mixer
Ref: 00056783
£243.70
Whether used for mobile or studio recording, the MultiMix 8 USB 2.0 mixer makes recording high- quality audio to your computer fast and easy. It has 4 XLR ins with phantom power as well as 6 jack inputs. It comes with a built-in high-speed USB audio interface for recording to your computer as well as Steinberg Cubase LE recording software and Ableton Live Lite 7 recording software
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Edirol MA-7A Studio MonitorsEdirol MA-7A Studio Monitors
Ref: 00057010
£74.99
Compact powered studio monitors with built-in amps. The MA-7s provide 7 watts of power per speaker and have 2 independant source inputs. This means you can use them as a mixer if you have 2 sound sources. The also include a headphone socket.
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Alesis M1 Active 320 USB Studio MonitorsAlesis M1 Active 320 USB Studio Monitors
Ref: 00056755
£77.32
M1 Active 320 USB speakers enable you to play audio from your computer and record audio coming into the speaker to your computer. Simply plug in the USB cable to your computer - No special drivers required.

M1 Active 320USB speakers are not only substantial audio monitors, but also serve as a convenient audio interface. Keyboards, mic pre’s, guitar effects, DJ Mixers, or standard CD and tape players can all easily connect directly to the M1Active 320 USB. Record them directly into your computer.

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Behringer MS40 Studio MonitorsBehringer MS40 Studio Monitors
Ref: 00056288
£87.11
These powered studio monitors have built-in high-quality powerful amplifiers which mean you can connect the outputs from your audio interface or mixer directly into the back of them. They have XLR and jack inputs to make them compatible with all the interfaces on this page.
The MS40s offer 2 x 20 Watt power. They also offer the facility of 2 separate audio ins. This means you can use them a small mixer to connect 2 stereo audio devices and listen to them both at the same time

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Edirol MA-15D Digital Studio MonitorsEdirol MA-15D Digital Studio Monitors
Ref: 00057013
£87.11
All the facilities of the Behringer MS-40s but with 15 watts per monitor. However the MA-15Ds also include a digital-in to provide 3 independant source inputs that will let you hear all of them at the same time. If you're not sure whether to get these or the MS-40s we would recommend having a listen to them both to see which model's sound you prefer.
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Alesis M1 Active 520 Studio MonitorsAlesis M1 Active 520 Studio Monitors
Ref: 00057654
£145.83
These powered studio monitors have built-in high-quality powerful amplifiers which mean you can connect the outputs from your audio interface or mixer directly into the back of them. They have XLR and jack inputs to make them compatible with all the interfaces on this page. The offer 2 x 50 Watt power.
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Fostex PM 0.4 Studio MonitorsFostex PM 0.4 Studio Monitors
Ref: 00057395
£139.99
The ultra-compact PM0.4 now completes the lineup of the reputed PM-series ranging from 4" to 8" woofer size. It is the smallest of the range but provides exceptional sound quality for the price. It includes phono in or jack in and is one of our best-selling beginners studio monitor. If you're after high quality sound and don't need all the features of the lower priced monitors then these are the monitors to choose.
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Beginners Synths Banner
Korg Kaossilator Mini SynthKorg Kaossilator Mini Synth
Ref: 00056544
£129.57
The Kaossilator is a new pocket sized instrument that packs Korg's world renowned synth sound along with innovative performance features into an ultra-compact unit. Anyone can instantly play musical phrases by simply tapping or sliding their finger across the KAOSSILATOR’s touch pad - no previous skills required!
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Roland Juno-D SynthRoland Juno-D Synth
Ref: 00053488
£399.99
Affordable 61-note synthesizer with improved keyboard feel and GM2 compatibility. 640 newly programmed radio-ready Patches, 22 Rhythm Sets, and 32 Preset Performances provided. 47 multi-effects, eight reverb types, 8 chorus
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Yamaha MM6 SynthYamaha MM6 Synth
Ref: 00056400
£479.99
MM6 - Yamaha's new entry level Music Synthesizer contains more than 540 high-quality Voices (based on 70 MB of Wave-ROM, many of them directly borrowed from the MOTIF Series)
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Korg X50 SynthKorg X50 Synth
Ref: 00055807
£569.57
Packed with Korg's distinctive sounds, designed for easy and intuitive operation, and with an ultra-light and compact design that's ideal for the active musician. 512 professional-quality sound programs produced by the HI synthesis system used on the world-famous TRITON series.
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Alesis SR16 Drum MachineAlesis SR16 Drum Machine
Ref: 00042236
£87.11
The Alesis SR-16 has been used by everyone from songwriters to live performers to remix engineers as their drum machine of choice. The reason is simple: it features a great selection of 233 realistic, natural drum sounds, offered both in dry form and sampled with reverbs
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Boss DR-3 Dr.Rhythm Drum MachineBoss DR-3 Dr.Rhythm Drum Machine
Ref: 00048227
£129.99
This ultra-affordable drum machine includes some of BOSS' best acoustic and electronic drum kits and a selection of bass sounds. 100 Preset Styles and 100 User styles programmable via realtime or step recording .
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Yamaha DD-65 Drum MachineYamaha DD-65 Drum Machine
Ref: 00059706
£159.99
The Yamana DD-65 is a digital drumkit with eight touch sensitive pads and two foot pedals. The DD65 has built-in speakers that let you play it without needing to plug into a mixer or amplification.
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Essentials Digital Percussion Drum KitEssentials Digital Percussion Drum Kit
Ref: 00062963
£349.99
Complete diital drum kit in a box - Just add drum sticks and headphones. Ideal for beginners. This kit includes 4 Drum Pads, 3 Cymbal Pads, 1 Kick Trigger and 1 Hi-Hat Control Pedal plus a complete drum frame and drum brain.
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