YM Piano Foot Rest

YM Piano Foot Rest Review

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A fantastic piano foot rest built to take the demands of the young growing student! It features 5 shelf positions (3.25", 5.75", 7.5", 9.25" & 11") and is constructed of Baltic Birch plywood cut to exact specifications by computerized manufacturing equipment Unfinished wood. Easy assembly with an Allen wrench that is included!

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Jul 18, 2010 23:45:03

HAL LEONARD Returning to the Piano Keyboard Instruction

HAL LEONARD Returning to the Piano Keyboard Instruction Review

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HAL LEONARD Returning to the Piano Keyboard Instruction Feature

• Song List -
• Alouette
• Amazing Grace
• The Ash Grove
• Eine Kleine Nachtmusik

Ever think to yourself, I wish I hadn't stopped playing the piano!"? If so, then this is the perfect book to help you dive back into the fun world of creating music! It allows you to play the songs you know and love, from pop tunes to folk songs to familiar classical music. 44 songs include: Amazing Grace, Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, Forrest Gump - Main Title (Feather Theme), I Walk the Line, Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring, Let It Be, The Music of the Night, Stand by Me, Sweet Home Alabama, Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star, and many more!

The Erie Canal Fanfare, Op. 117, No. 8 For He's A Jolly Good Fellow Forrest Gump - Main Title (Feather Theme) Good Morning To All Highway Blues Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 I Walk The Line I Will Remember You In Reflection In The Hall Of The Mountain King Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring Joshua (Fit The Battle Of Jericho) Lavender's Blue Lean On Me Let It Be Longing For Home Marche Slav, Op. 31 Memory Morning Has Broken The Music Of The Night Nocturne No. 2 Opus 9 Ode To Joy Polovetsian Dances Rondeau Scarborough Fair Simple Gifts Solace Stand By Me Summer's End Sweet Home Alabama Symphony No. 9 in E Minor ('From The New World'), Second Movement Excerpt Theme From Pathetique Sonata To A Wild Rose Turkey In The Straw Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star What A Wonderful World Where Do I Begin (Love Theme) Yesterday You Raise Me Up Instrumentation - Keyboard

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Jul 17, 2010 21:22:03

Acoustic Rock - Piano/Vocal/Guitar Songbook - Essential Songs Series

Acoustic Rock - Piano/Vocal/Guitar Songbook - Essential Songs Series Review

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Acoustic Rock - Piano/Vocal/Guitar Songbook - Essential Songs Series Feature

• Over 70 Acoustic Rock Classics
• Arranged For Piano And Guitar
• Includes Lyrics
• Standard Notation
• 400 Pages

All the acoustic rock classics you need to know! Over 70 songs, including: About a Girl * Barely Breathing * Blackbird * Blowin' in the Wind * Daughter * Fast Car * Hole Hearted * Imagine * Iris * Landslide * Show Me the Way * Signs * Tapestry * Time for Me to Fly * Turn! Turn! Turn! * Wanted Dead or Alive * Walk on the Wild Side * Working Class Hero * and more.

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Jul 16, 2010 17:58:05

Native Instruments Akoustik Piano: Sample Based Acoustic Piano

Native Instruments Akoustik Piano: Sample Based Acoustic Piano Review

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FYI, since writing this review a couple of years ago I bought an acoustic piano (a Charles Walter, which is an excellent value in an American-made piano). Everything I said about Akoustik Piano still goes--it's an incredible program. Having been spoiled by the fact that Akoustik Piano is always in tune, I've ended up calling in the tuner/tech about 4x/year to keep my piano spot on.

Here's my Akoustik Piano review:
This review is based on release 1.1.2 (released January 2007). While the version reviewed in December 2005 may have been a "beta" quality release, it's ready for prime time now. I'm running Akoustik Piano as a stand-alone instrument and outputting it to a mid- to high-end stereo system through a USB 2.0 audio interface. It runs flawlessly on my Macbook Pro with the samples stored on the laptop's internal drive. My MIDI keyboard controller is a Kawai ES3 (which works well).

I truly doubt any software "instrument" will ever replace a top quality, well maintained large or concert-sized grand piano. That said, the quality of these samples is truly marvelous. When I go to my lessons and play my teachers' Boston, it only reinforces my opinion that nobody using this program need feel that they are playing anything but a high quality, meticulously tuned and regulated "piano." One precaution, though. I have become a tuning snob since I've started using this program. It's great playing pianos that are simply dead on every time. Once you do, you will realize how many pianos are not--even in professional musicians' homes!!

This program contains 3 sampled grands and a nice upright. The Steinway is the best of the three. Maybe that is because the real thing is so great--it's my favorite among acoustic pianos. Initially I thought the voicing on the Bosendorfer was too bright, but it has grown on me. I like using it for Bach in particular--with the piano "well-tempered." The Bechstein is nice, too, but the D5 (2 D's above middle C) and Dsharp5 are a little bright, which can be irritating. I'm not sure where it fits with my repertoire relative to the Steinway which I love and the Bosendorfer with it's unique and special sound. However, if it were the only grand included with this program, I think most users would like it. The upright piano is fun and sounds neat. I don't play it much except when I am demonstrating the program to curious musician friends, but I can see how some people would find it ideal for their style of playing.

The user adjustments and controls in this program are useful but not overkill. I particularly like being able to change the velocity curve of the keyboard. There is plenty of information on these available at Native Instruments' and other "professional" review sites, so I won't bore you. Of note, though, I have tried some of the non-modern tunings on Bach, and they really work well on pieces written for the "well-tempered" piano. If you're playing more standard repertoire, stick to equal or stretch tuning, though, as the other tunings will simply sound out of tune on Beethoven, Chopin et al.

I did a fairly extensive tryout of Synthogy's "Ivory." In my opinion, Akoustik Piano is a WAY better product. Ivory CONSTANTLY accessed the external hard drive, creating a lot of noise in the process. Ivory's interface allows you to control every aspect of the program's sound--so much so that it is very confusing and difficult to navigate. Akoustik Piano's adjustments are limited to those most important to me. Ivory's Steinway is not nearly as good as Akoustik Piano's. It sounds as though it were recorded through a fog. Ivory's Bosendorfer sounds a little more like the real thing on the bottom end--if you've ever played a real Bosendorfer, you'll know what I mean. Initially, this is very enticing. But I tired of it after a while because the top end of the piano lacked the clarity of Akoustik Piano. Of note, the MIDI velocity utility in Ivory is better than Akoustik Piano's. It lets the user control the minimum, maximum touch on the keyboard and all points in between.

There have been a couple of reviews which compared the two and gave the upper hand to Akoustik Piano but were a little more kind to Ivory (notably Electronic Musician). In my opinion they had to say something nice about Ivory since Synthogy is spending a lot of money on advertising in their pages.

The reason I selected Akoustik Piano over Ivory was that the system requirements are not as demanding, THE STEINWAY SOUNDS GREAT (did I mention the Steinway is really nice?), the controls are easier to use, and it was available with academic pricing (a fantastic deal if you qualify!). If you have a really high-end computer, an extra hard drive (that's quiet) and the Bosendorfer sound in the bottom couple of octaves is very important to you, your decision might be more difficult.

I never tried the initial 1.0 release of Akoustik Piano. Apparently it was pretty rough. Fortunately the Native Instruments improved it and I think it is safe to say that it's the top software piano at the moment. Hopefully they will keep improving the product and maybe add some interesting pianos--ala Synthogy's "The Italian Grand."

Native Instruments Akoustik Piano: Sample Based Acoustic Piano Feature

• 3 famous grand pianos and 1 vintage upright piano
• Extremely intuitive and clearly structured user interface
• Integrated convolution module for high-quality controllable room acoustics
• 4 different room types with distinctive characteristics
• Layer Morphing Technology ensures a seamless velocity gradient

The Steinway D, Bechstein D 280, and Boesendorfer 290 Imperial grand pianos, plus the Steingraeber 130 vintage upright piano come together beautifully in Akoustik Piano. High-quality sampled sounds are expressive, precise, and very playable. Akoustik Piano covers the entire range of piano sounds and styles, transfusing the sonic characteristics and subtle tonal nuances of all 4 into your computer—the perfect complement for studios, rehearsal rooms, schools, stages and clubs.Authentic Sounds Akoustik Piano sets a new benchmark for sound quality, capturing the full body and feel of the originals with unprecedented authenticity. The latest recording technology and a specially developed microphone setup was used for all 4 pianos. The result is a uniquely warm, transparent and flexible sound that delivers the same distinctive character of each individual piano in exacting detail and can still be adjusted to meet specific needs.Plays Easy Akoustik Piano plays and responds exactly as real pianos do. The keys were sampled at varying velocities and great care was taken to capture the entire sustain and release phases. The innovative Layer Morphing Technology generates a seamless dynamic gradient. The characteristic resonances caused by use of the pedals can be adjusted, as can the subtle mechanical noises of the pedals and keys themselves. From perfect pianissimo to forceful fortissimo, this instrument delivers the same breadth and depth of tone as the originals.Add sounds to a space Akoustik Piano has a first-class integrated convolution module, allowing highly authentic spatial characteristics to be added to the sound. Place the piano in a studio, jazz club, concert hall, or a cathedral or use the dry signal as it is. The acoustic parameters of these spaces, such as the size, can also be manipulated. From the close mic setup of a jazz combo to the more ambient nature of classic solo performance, Akoustik Piano covers the whole spectrum.

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Customer Reviews

Bought it for a great price - well worth teh money - Nigel Bellis - Hampton, Virginia

Bought these grand pianos after reading several favorable reviews for around which i think was a real bargain, especially as they were currently being repackaged and sold individually for a lot more by the software makers.

The pianos are a mixed bag but it was worth it just to get the Steinway D which is a beautiful overall sound.
The Bechstein D is outstanding in the two octaves above middle C and really sounds like a Bechstein here, especially if you are playing fancy Liberace style arrangements. But it's weaker outside of this range.
The upright piano and 3rd grand are OK but nothing special and will get far less use.
The inbuilt reverbs are ok too.
The software is pretty heavy on CPU use. It opens up offering 50 voices but frequently I will drop it down to 40 or less to avoid audio pops. And I don't notice any notes not sounding or cutting off too soon as a result. There is a nice damper pedal sample too for authenticity - just gives you that ultra soft strings ring as the pedal is released.

Previously I was using the grand pianos provided by Reason software which come with the Reason program, and I still use them - as different types of Grand sound suit different songs.
But in conclusion to obtain a very good representation of a grand piano for is well worth the money.

sounds and responds very well. - K. Yim -
this is a great product. i did have problems initially because version 1 didn't have repedalling support. the damper pedal sometimes would not respond during the harder passages in like an etude. i actually thought about buying another virtual piano product and have tried TruePianos and Modartt Pianoteq and didn't like the sound of either one of them. then i thought "hey there might be an update/patch to fix my problem in Akoustik." low and behold, there were two updates. you need to install the updates. sound is fantastic out of the box but what good is the sound if you can't capture a good performance? after I installed the patches, it was like trying a whole new product. the feel and response went from bad to awesome! btw, the model D in this thing is absolutely jaw dropping. highly recommended with patches.


Jul 15, 2010 15:26:57

Applied Microphone Technology AMT M40 Acoustic Piano Microphone System

Applied Microphone Technology AMT M40 Acoustic Piano Microphone System Review

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The AMT M40 Acoustic Piano Microphone System is a bold new direction for microphones incorporating integrated circuit technology, an interchangeable chip which allows for multi-purpose use, and emulates many popular microphones with the advantages of its ultra compact size. The M40 Acoustic Microphone System includes the AMT M40 Microphone and the AP 40 Floor Preamp. The M40 Microphone system lets you reproduce the natural sound of the piano. Mono in design, the system allows for use even with the piano lid closed. It is capable of picking up subtle passages as well as sound pressure levels up to 141dB. The M40 microphone's signal can be split and frequencies rolled off in a specific way to create a stereo image. The M40 Piano Microphone System features rugged construction of anodized aviation aluminum allowing it to withstand high impact while being lightweight and non-corrosive. The M40 has been designed for piano but works equally well in other applications such as boundary layer miking (conference, stage). The M-40 terminates to the AP 40 aluminum preamp with chip technology and can be powered by phantom power or 9v battery. Includes a hardshell Blo-mold protective case.

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Jul 14, 2010 14:18:04

Acoustic Piano Ballads

Acoustic Piano Ballads Review

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Acoustic Piano Ballads Feature

• 120 Pages
• Published by HL

Features 15 note-for-note transcriptions of acoustic piano favorites, exactly as they were recorded. Includes: Angel * Candle in the Wind * Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me * Endless Love * Imagine * It's Too Late * Let It Be * Mandy * Sailing * She's Got a Way * So Far Away * Tapestry * You Never Give Me Your Money * You've Got a Friend * Your Song.

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Jul 13, 2010 08:46:14

DBX Driverack RTA Condenser Microphone

DBX Driverack RTA Condenser Microphone Review

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DBX Driverack RTA Condenser Microphone Feature

• Omni-directional
• Flat frequency
• Lets you pick and optimize the EQ settings
• Works great on acoustic guitars, pianos, drums or just as a room microphone.

The DBX Driverack RTA Condenser Microphone is a omni-directional, flat frequency, measurement microphone designed for use with DBX's Driverack systems. By using the Driverack RTA microphone and a DriveRack you can Pink any room set up for live or studio performance. You simply connect the microphone to the DriveRack, generate your pink noise and optimize the EQ settings of any room through the use of the Auto EQ in the Driverack Wizard setup assistant. Even though the Driverack RTA Condenser Microphone is designed to be used with the Driverack systems, this is still a condenser microphone and works great on acoustic guitars, pianos, drums or just as a room microphone.

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Jul 12, 2010 08:30:07

Mini Cardioid Condenser Lavalier/instrument Microphone

Mini Cardioid Condenser Lavalier/instrument Microphone Review

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Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R3JPT84YB57DYM Make sure you're buying the one that includes the battery power pack. I have included an audio sample from the store, which I recorded with my Zoom H4. There was some loud music playing on the speakers, so it'll give you a good idea of how it might sound under such circumstances. The Pro70 battery pack was powering the mic (not Zoom H4's phantom power). I was impressed with the sound of this mic, and the overall quality. It doesn't have the dynamic range of the next model up in the series (the 831b, which I own) but when you switch on the low-cut of the 831b, it and the Pro-70 sound virtually identical. I like this mic, and feel it's a good value for someone looking for a professional XLR mic that has good sound. Again, I find I generall prefer to swich on the "low cut" switch with my 831b anyway, so there's little reason to spend more than this if you're, say, a podcaster or wedding video place looking for excellent audio quality and bang for the buck. By the way, if it sounds a bit overdriven, that's my fault -- not the mic. I had my levels too high.

Mini Cardioid Condenser Lavalier/instrument Microphone Feature

• Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup from sides and rear
• Operates on battery or phantom power
• 6' Cable permanently attached

This miniature condenser microphone achieves full-sounding pickup and is known for outstanding consistency and dependable performance. Supplied with both a clothing clip and guitar mount, it provides natural and articulate vocal reproduction when used as a clip-on lavalier and excels in pickup of acoustic guitar.

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Jul 11, 2010 06:00:11

Schertler DYN-GP for Grand Piano

Schertler DYN-GP for Grand Piano Review

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Schertler DYN-GP for Grand Piano Feature

• Warm, accurate, natural tone
• Reproduces the acoustic tone of YOUR instrument
• Professional-quality, low-impedance, balanced output contact microphone
• NO piezo harshness or distortion.
• Moves easily among instruments and requires no professional installation

Swiss-made Schertler DYN-Series electrodynamic contact transducers are designed to be used in a variety of applications, from home recording to live performances, encompassing all types of music and musical playing styles where the utmost in accurate acoustic reproduction is required. DYN-Series transducers provide a sound that is exceptionally “acoustic” in nature - the sound is close to that of a studio microphone, but without the on-stage problems of bleed or feedback. The Schertler DYN-GP includes two contact microphones and is the most natural-sounding acoustic grand piano transducer set available. The easily-installed contact microphones (attached to the instrument's sound board with the included, inert putty) deliver a warm, accurate reproduction of YOUR piano’s acoustic tone, regardless of your style. DYN-Series transducers ship in an elegant wooden box.

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Jul 10, 2010 05:03:09

Cardioid Dynam Handheld/stan M

Cardioid Dynam Handheld/stan M Review

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Cardioid Dynam Handheld/stan M Feature

• Clarifies the intensity of instruments and vocals
• Includes AT8470 stand clamp and carrying pouch
• Includes 15' XLRF-XLRM Cable

Ideal for amplified and acoustic instrument pickup, as well as general use, the PRO63 offers natural audio reproduction, low noise and rugged durable construction.

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Useless for acoustic instruments - Vernicus -
I tried playing my violin into this. You can only get amplified sound out of it when the soundbox of the violin is six inches or less away from the mic - I think that's useless. If you thrash out chords violently on an acoustic guitar, then this'll probably pick up your sound from about eight inches away. I was disappointed.



Jul 09, 2010 02:05:18

Audio-Technica PRO-35 Pro Series Microphone Pro 35

Audio-Technica PRO-35 Pro Series Microphone Pro 35 Review

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I have been using this durable microphone for 3-4 years on my violin and shows no signs of wear. This microphone is probably the best sounding clip-on microphone for violin out there. (Violinists: The nice thing about it is that it does not need to be clipped on to the bridge, which would muffle the sound, but it clips on to the chinrest).

Audio-Technica PRO-35 Pro Series Microphone Pro 35 Feature

• UniMount Clip permits accurate positioning
• 6' Cable permanently attached between mic and power module
• Strain relief clips absorb handling noise

Designed for sax, toms, brass, upright bass and percsussion, the PRO35 excels in high-SPL applications and is ideal for active stage performances. It's extended frequency response captures subtle nuances of the performance.

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Really good - Yuriy Gerasimov -
This is our workhorse for all the shows. We use it with african drums - djembes - and it's 100% reliable.


Jul 07, 2010 20:55:03

Melbay - Complete Piano Photo Chords

Melbay - Complete Piano Photo Chords Review

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Included are hundreds of photos depicting all the chords today's pianist/keyboardist will ever need to know; each shown in the left hand, except where two hands are necessary. Also supplied is a useful graphic which illustrates the location of the notes, a list of note names and the most commonly used chord symbols. Chords are listed by the circle of fifths. A listing of alternate chord names/symbols is also provided. Perfect for any level and a must-have for any keyboardists' library!

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Jul 06, 2010 09:55:08

Yamaha FC4 Piano Style Foot Pedal

Yamaha FC4 Piano Style Foot Pedal Review

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I would recommend this pedal for anyone requiring a single-pedal solution. The action is firm and realistic, and feels like a real piano pedal. The cord is sufficiently long, but not so long that it gets in the way. The construction is good, and the appearance is nice as well.

My two minor complaints are: 1) the pedal slips on my tile floor; there are only two skid pads in the front, so I'll have to add my own on the back. 2) the pedal is rather deep, and with my digital piano up against a wall, the pedal has to be pushed back against the wall to be in the right spot.

I do recommend this pedal.

Yamaha FC4 Piano Style Foot Pedal Feature

• 6 foot cable
• 1/4" TS plug
• Genuine Yamaha accessory
• It has a 6-foot cable
• 1/4-Inch Plug
• Works with any keyboard utilizing a sustain pedal with a 1/4" connector.

For those electronic keyboards with an input jack labeled "SUSTAIN," the FC4 model is used in the same manner the sustain pedal on an acoustic piano is used. Designed to work and feel just like an acoustic piano's sustain pedal, its specially designed rubber bottom grips the floor and stays put while you play.

The FC4 can also be utilized as an FS controller for synthesizers, tone modules and drum machines.

The FC4 features a 6-foot cable and standard 1/4-inch plug. Works with any keyboard utilizing a sustain pedal with a 1/4" connector.

What's in the Box
FC4 Foot Pedal For those electronic keyboards with an input jack labeled "SUSTAIN," the FC4 is used in the same manner the sustain pedal on an acoustic piano is used. A specially designed rubber bottom grips the floor and stays put while you play. The FC4 can also be utilized as an FS controller for synthesizers, tone modules and drum machines.

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Customer Reviews

well made and working good - S. Kim - new jersey, USA
this is well made one and works good - unlike some other cheaper one, whcih doesn't give real feel when you push the pedal.

Just what we needed - Mignon - Ellicott City, MD USA
This pedal is just what we needed for my daughter to continue to progress in her piano lessons. Works great.


Jul 05, 2010 05:32:04