Don't Miss She Rocks Awards at NAMM 2025

The NAMM Show will be held once again at the Anaheim Convention Center in Orange County, California in just two weeks! Don't miss the She Rocks Awards on January 25th with remarkable performances from Samantha Fish, Christina Perri, Lindsey Stirling, Paula Cole, AIJIA, Amanda Palmer, Stitched Up Heart, and Shantaia. It will be a spectacular night! You may now purchase tickets at sherocksawards.com

 

 

 

Night of the Arts - Simi Valley, California

 

A Collaboration between Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, Fernando Salinas, and Moorpark College's Photography Department presented a photography exhibit, acoustic music, spoken word poetry and an artist panel discussion. Music by Liquid Indigo started the event following live poetry by Luzmaria Espinoza, Vincent Trevino Jimenez, and Sofia Noriega and a discussion commenced by the panel of photographers to complete the night.

 

 

 

 

 

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Dr Freeclouds Record Store Celebrates 30 Years

Dr Freeclouds, located in Huntington Beach, California, celebrated 30 years this year in 2024! After sailing through the turbulence of music sales over the years, and being forced to change locations, they now remain in the same city just a few blocks away with the sale of vinyl now on the rise and are proud to be the, "Last Record Store Standing est. 1994"! In this celebration the performers included: 

• Ron D Core
• Remo 
• Thee-O
• Truncate
• Lenny V
• Verity
  
• Reel-Tech
• Scott Whitaker
• Bernard Thomas
  
• DJ Krylon

See our recap video of the 30th anniversary below.

Go here to see their 20 year anniversary with Ron D Core, Remo, DJ Nickel, Frankie Bones, DJ Dan, Marcel Videla, Mr. Koolaid, DPSM, and many more!

 

Additional photos in this video by: Brett Reider @westsiderreider and Josef Lefranc @bobtheman717

The Bob Moog Foundation Announces Winter Raffle for One-of-a-Kind $20,000 Eurorack Synthesizer

Asheville, NC - December 2, 2024. The Bob Moog Foundation is excited to announce its winter fundraising raffle for a one-of-a-kind Eurorack synthesizer comprised of 52 modules by more than 30 Eurorack manufacturers from over 10 different countries. The modules are housed in a stunning custom walnut 15U cabinet, designed by Needham Woodworks for the Bob Moog Foundation. The system, inspired by Bob Moog’s original vision, has a retail value of $20,000. Tickets are available here: https://bit.ly/BMFEurorack2024.

The winner of the raffle will also receive a copy of Patch & Tweak: Exploring Modular Synthesis, signed by Chris Meyer (author) and Kim Bjorn (publisher), free access to all Learning Modular online courses, as well as a gift pack of t-shirts and other items from Luigi’s Modular Supply. 

The raffle begins Monday, December 2, 2024, at 7:00 am (EST) and ends Friday, December 20, 2024 at 11:59 pm (EST). Tickets for the raffle are $20 each, 6 for $100, 14 for $200, and 40 for $500. The raffle is open internationally.

All proceeds benefit the three pillar projects of the Bob Moog Foundation: Dr. Bob’s SoundSchool, the Bob Moog Foundation Archives, and the Moogseum, and will help the Moogseum remain resilient among the long-term financial challenges caused by Hurricane Helene.

The Eurorack system being raffled was curated by vector synthesis pioneer and modular synthesis educator Chris Meyer (Learning Modular). It contains modules from many manufacturers. The keyboard interface was provided by Synthesizers.com and the cables were provided by Luigi's Modular Supply. The system was assembled by AVL Vintage Audio. Every component of the system was donated to the Bob Moog Foundation by the manufacturer.

“This wonderful instrument is a self-contained modular orchestra that also plays well with the outside world,” noted system curator Chris Meyer. “We began by building a collection of Eurorack format modules that were inspired by the original Moog modules, keyboards, and rack units. We then filled it out with a carefully chosen assortment of more contemporary modules and utilities with the goal of playing multiple, varied voices at once while keeping that classic Moog sound. We also incorporated a semi-modular Moog Mother-32, so its lucky owner could start making music immediately without having to first master how to patch a modular synth.”

At this system’s core are eight different filters inspired by Bob’s legendary transistor ladder design. Three analog oscillators and a pair of digital oscillators are complemented by mixers based on the classic Moog CP3 design. There is also a trio of percussion voices, as well as a wide range of modulation sources. Effects include a spring reverb, analog phase shifter, vocoder/filter bank, frequency shifter, and a digital multi-effect module, all combined with a stereo mixer. A pair of traditional Moog-style analog sequencers plus wood-encased keyboard are paired with a MIDI interface and arpeggiator, allowing the owner to play this powerful instrument any way they like.

“The Bob Moog Foundation is proud to offer this stunning Eurorack synthesizer,” noted the Foundation’s Executive Director, Michelle Moog-Koussa. “This system represents an exciting departure from the vintage analog synthesizers that we usually offer. We are deeply grateful to the community of Eurorack manufacturers for their wonderful support and for donating the various modules and components to us so that we could create this exceptional system.”

The raffle winner will be announced on Tuesday, December 24th.

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Coaxial Arts Foundation - October Events!

Coaxial Arts is located in Los Angeles and has now existed for over 10 years! They have a number of events year-round in support of the arts. Read their announcement:

"Happy Autumn, everyone! Is it getting spooky in here, or are you just happy to see me?

We've got some thrilling and chilling events to help liven up are dark and creepy space as we enter the best time of year!

In other exciting news, have something you need to film? record? want to throw a private event? What's that? Coaxial is the perfect space for your project?!? Great news! We are making the space available to rent for such things. Contact: https://coaxialarts.org/contact-us/

Don't miss their October events: 

Learn more about Coaxial Arts Foundation and how to show your support: 

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Universal Audio Introduces Volt USB Recording Studios featuring LUNA Digital Audio Workstation, UAD Essentials Plug‑Ins, and More

SCOTTS VALLEY, CA • September 17, 2024 — Universal Audio Inc. (UA), a worldwide leader in audio production tools, including the popular Apollo interfaces, UAD plug‑ins, and UA microphones, is proud to introduce Volt USB Recording Studio audio interfaces.

Built so anyone can sound like their favorite records, Volt USB Recording Studio now includes LUNA Digital Audio Workstation (Mac/Win) — the only recording software with the authentic sound of classic studio equipment like analog console summing and tape machines, built right in.

Comprised of seven distinct models to suit the needs of a wide range of creators, Volt USB Recording Studios now include the same 12 "must‑have" UAD plug‑ins and instruments used by Grammy‑winning producers — including Teletronix LA‑2A compressors, Pultec EQs, Oxide Tape Machine, PolyMAX synth, and the recently‑released Verve Analog Machines Essentials, and many more.

Finally, Volt USB Recording Studio offers industry‑leading instructional content from Universal Audio and a free three month trial to PureMix Pro, giving users audio production tutorials from beginner to advanced.

“With Volt, we gave customers a high quality, affordable USB interface with the legendary studio tone UA is famous for,” says UA Sr. Product Manager Chris Nighman. “Now with Volt USB Recording Studio, we’ve added even more value by including in‑depth educational content, our award‑winning LUNA DAW, and the same UAD plug‑ins and instruments used by chart‑topping pros on hit records every day."

Key Features:

• Desktop USB audio interfaces with class-leading 24-bit / 192 kHz audio conversion
• Award-winning LUNA Digital Audio Workstation, giving you the sound and workflow of a real analog studio
• A suite of 12 "must have" UAD plug-ins and instruments trusted by top industry pros – for the sound of your favorite records right in your home studio
• Industry-leading tutorial content from UA and PureMix, from beginner to advanced
• Vintage Mic Preamp mode for recording vocals and instruments with the sound of a classic UA tube preamp
• Built-in 76 Compressor adds clarity and punch to voice, guitar, and other sources with analog circuit based on UA's 1176*
• USB bus powered with compatible devices*
• 48V phantom power for condenser microphones
• Direct Monitoring for latency-free, realtime recording
• 1-in / 1-out MIDI connections
• USB-C to USB-A cable included

*76 models only (176, 276, 476, & 476p).

SKU LINEUP:

• Volt 1 USB Recording Studio   $149 MAP
• Volt 2 USB Recording Studio   $199 MAP
• Volt 4 USB Recording Studio   $259 MAP
• Volt 176 USB Recording Studio   $199 MAP
• Volt 276 USB Recording Studio   $299 MAP
• Volt 476 USB Recording Studio   $369 MAP
• Volt 476P USB Recording Studio   $469 MAP