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Monthly Archives: January 2011

  • My Trip to NAMM 2011 - Drums Part 5

    Posted on January 31, 2011 by Cosmo Music

    Now usually the Zidjian booth is near…..so what does the oldest cymbal company in the world have to offer? Something vintage or retro inspired perhaps? Sounds that are centuries old? NOT AT ALL! In fact I believe what Zildjian had to offer was quite the game changer in the world of electronic percussion. Yes, I said “electronic”! Zildjian launched their Gen 16 AE Cymbals. These aren’t the rubber pads you’re used to on current electronic set. These are actual metal cymbals with all the look, movement, and playability of real cymbals because….they ARE [...]  Read more   


    This post was posted in Drummers Den and was tagged with DW Drums, NAMM, Tama, Zildjian

  • Keyboards & Software from NAMM 2011

    Posted on January 31, 2011 by Fred Nicholson

    Just back from NAMM and the big keyboard/recording news was from Korg - it’s the very cool all-in-one workstation called the Korg Kronos! It's available in synth touch 61 with fully weighted graded hammer 73 and 88.
    I attended the 30 min demo from both good friend Steve McNally and specialist Rich and it sounds awesome! It can do everything including 16 tracks of midi recording with 9 different synth engines including both analog and digital sources.
    16 tracks of live audio all in the same instrument without the need of a computer. If you want to burn a cd you can [...]  Read more   


    This post was posted in Keyboards and was tagged with Korg, NAMM, Software, Steinberg

  • Best of NAMM 2011- Live Sound & DJ

    Posted on January 31, 2011 by Cosmo Music

    JBL’s EON 210P
    “All in one” portable PA systems have been selling like crazy for us over the past few years and I always hoped JBL would offer something to compete in this market. The time has finally come as they introduce the new EON 210P.
    The EON210P consists of two 10-inch, two-way, powered loudspeakers, one with a detachable powered mixer and the other with a detachable storage compartment, one pair of unshielded speaker cables and a power cord. Capable of reproducing full bandwidth sound at high levels the 210P is comprised of a 10-inch woofer, a 1.5-inch neodymium high [...]  Read more   


    This post was posted in Audio Garage and was tagged with American Audio, JBL, NAMM, Shure

  • The Art of Rasgueado

    Posted on January 31, 2011 by Elliott Chung

    Classical guitarists, have you ever wanted to introduce rasgueado’s into your playing? The Art of Rasgueado by Ioannis Anastassakis is a recent addition to our store collection and contains a comprehensive analysis of this special technique for both the classical and flamenco guitar. The author goes to great lengths to describe how the rasgueado, or finger strum, can be performed using different finger combinations. In addition, he also includes a chapter on the golpe technique, which involves hitting different parts of the right hand on the body of the guitar to produce a percussive sound. This is the first book [...]  Read more   


    This post was posted in Corner Books, Tom's Guitar Hangar and was tagged with Acoustic Guitars

  • NAMM 2011 - WOW!

    Posted on January 31, 2011 by Al Carter

    My first-ever trip to NAMM was incredible! What a great opportunity to get a new and thorough overview of what is going on in the world of music retail. It's a much larger world out there than most of us might think! To meet and speak to retailers from all around the world was incredibly eye-opening and I really learned a lot about the challenges and trends we share universally.
    New product? Oh there definitely were a few items I'd like to bring into the Band and Orchestra Department here at Cosmo! Yamaha, especially, blew me away with some of the [...]  Read more   


    This post was posted in Virtuoso Band & Orchestra and was tagged with NAMM, Yamaha

  • Avid's Pro Tools 9

    Posted on January 31, 2011 by Cosmo Music

    Well it was a matter of time for it to happen and now that it has I'm rushing to get my copy. Pro Tools 9 becoming fully functional with 3rd party hardware (and instead switching to ilok authorization) is something a lot of us have secretly wanted. Besides that though have you noticed some of the other additions? For instance here is a list:
    Pro Tools 9 Features (over Pro Tools 8)

    Support up to 192khz sample rate
    Record up to 32 simultaneous tracks
    Automatic Delay Compensation (Finally!)
    Multitrack beat detective
    MP3 Export included
    Time code ruler included (Thats good for all you people doing audio to [...]  Read more   


    This post was posted in Keyboards and was tagged with Avid, Software

  • Exciting New Piano Technologies at NAMM

    Posted on January 31, 2011 by Cosmo Music

    Once again it was a piano-centric hot product show with Roland and Yamaha featuring new technologies of pianos.
    The new Yamaha N1 Avant Grand hybrid piano boasts the same technology as the larger Avant Grand models with a just slightly reduced sound system and cabinetry but the same C-Series real grand action less TRS vibration technology for a much lower street price to moreless be the top-of-the-line priced Clavinova CLP. A winner for pianists !!
    We had a private showing of the new Roland V-Grand piano. Like all V-products from Roland, care is taken to study the nature of the sound from [...]  Read more   


    This post was posted in Pianos and was tagged with NAMM, Roland, Yamaha

  • My Trip to NAMM 2011 - Drums Part 4

    Posted on January 30, 2011 by Cosmo Music

    Never to sit on their laurels, you can always be sure of evolution from Pearl Drums. Last year was the launch of their entry into the word of electronic drums with the E-Pro Live, and this year they made quite the splash by attaching The Throne Thumper to the stool I was demoing the kit with. The “Thumper” is a 200 watt power amp that shakes your throne when you play the kick…and boy DOES it ever kick. It really makes you feel a part of the experience. This can be used for acoustic kits for when [...]  Read more   


    This post was posted in Drummers Den and was tagged with Gretsch, NAMM, Pearl

  • My Trip to NAMM 2011 - Drums Part 3

    Posted on January 29, 2011 by Cosmo Music

    The next day we started bright and early at the Roland booth, which was actually not a booth at all, but rather the entire arena attached to the convention center. Thank you for the muffins and orange juice! So how does a market leader make its best selling kit better? The new TD9 is an all-mesh kit, with a redesigned foam kick trigger for increased realistic feel, upgraded cymbals to include a moving hi hat, a larger ride cymbal, and many new kit sounds bringing the module total to 99 kits! Wow…a lot of fun to play [...]  Read more   


    This post was posted in Drummers Den and was tagged with Ludwig, NAMM, Roland

  • My Trip to NAMM 2011 - Drums Part 2

    Posted on January 28, 2011 by Cosmo Music

    Right next door to the Sonor Booth was Sabian... who do I see walking around smashing the “snot” out of his new signature cymbal, was none other than my idol Chad Smith!(I have the picture to prove it.) Dubbed the “Holy China”, this cymbal quite possibly might be the loudest china available today. It is available in 19” and 21” versions with over 40 holes punched out of it. My ears are STILL ringing (warning to all our young drummers reading this: WEAR HEARING PROTECTION ALWAYS!).
    Also in attendance was Jo Jo Mayer who was showing off [...]  Read more   


    This post was posted in Drummers Den and was tagged with NAMM, Sabian, Yamaha Drums

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February, 2013
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January, 2013
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January, 2013
When we walked into Cosmo we weren't expecting the phenomenal service that Rob in guitars/ukuleles provided us. Through both our visits his expertise and patience made a world of a difference in purchasing our Ukulele. Words cannot explain enough how happy we are of our service...
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January, 2013
I just wanted to pass along what a great customer experience I had recently dealing with Maxim and Braden as I purchased a new PRS SE Custom guitar from Cosmo Music. Max provided excellent customer assistance while I tried a number of guitars of the same model...
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January, 2013
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December, 2012
Thank you Ryan, for helping us make our event a great success! We were impressed with the equipment and tech. (Pro Audio Rental)
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December, 2012
I will only be bringing my guitars to Cosmo for repairs. I have had an ongoing issue with my Banjo's tuning key on the high 5th string, and I believe it was Braedon - applied a simple fix, re-strung it and it works perfectly...
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December, 2012
Couple of things I want to share about how amazing Cosmo Music was this weekend in helping me with the wedding. To Ryan and his team. Couldn't have done it without you guys. Jeff again was outstanding... (Pro Audio Rental)
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December, 2012
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November, 2012
The staff is great! The techiy who soldered my '83 Schecter input connection was great! Prices are great!! The Larocca Coffee Kiosk is awesome..your website is incredible!...what else can I say? I will continue to shop at your store...
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November, 2012
I would like to give my heartfelt thanks to Anar who is always helpful to us. For the last 3 years any time, I had to re-schedule my kids lessons or any changes in regards to lessons, She is always helpful and friendly. I cannot thank her enough for us to be ease at Cosmo School of Music.
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November, 2012
This is the nicest music store in North America, if not the world, and you can quote me on that!
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October, 2012
I'd like to thank you for the beautiful work you did on our Besson tuba - a young boy named Nash has played this tuba for the last 3 years and I decided to put some money into it after looking at how expensive it would be to buy a new one. I can't believe the work you put into it - it looks and sounds amazing.
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September, 2012
Jeff was a tremendous help and we can't thank Cosmo Music more for your contribution. The event went very well and we are extremely happy with the turn out. Jeff was very timely and efficient and did an amazing job, we couldn't be happier with the result. Thanks again guys, we really appreciate it.
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June, 2012
Both Tyler and John were very helpful in making this relatively large equipment rental go smooth as possible. And together with Tyson's patience in assisting with the technical challenges - the whole experience was very positive. I look forward to working with you again for our future rental needs.
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April, 2012
Got the merchandise, wow! That is quick... considering that I live in the country!
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March, 2012
I recently had the pleasure of purchasing a DW performance series drumset at Cosmo last week. I was primarily helped by Derrick, Shane and Eugene who were exceptionally knowledgable and attentive. I look foreword to my next trip to the store.
Ben

March, 2012
My Fender CS Strat arrived at my office this morning safe and sound. In fact, it got there from TO before I did on Wednesday morning! Thanks for all your and your departments help with my purchase and many thanks to Cosmo for having such a great collection to compare and chose from.
Sean

January, 2012
I was in Cosmo yesterday purchasing a new classical guitar and student violin. Rail and Brianna both did an exceptional job guiding my purchases.
Parker

January, 2012
I want to thank you very much for rushing the repair of the clarinet I brought in on the evening of Dec 13th. You fixed it and had it ready for Tim to deliver to Doncrest the next day, and the student could play it in the CONCERT on the 15th. So kind of you! I really appreciate it.
Sondra

December, 2011
Bobby is an amazing guy and he was very helpful when I was looking around for a mixer when I actually needed an audio interface the other day, just wanted to say a quick word of thanks!
Henry

December, 2011
Thanks for your generous offer I appreciate your excellent commitment to customer service. Sometime over the break on my way through TO I'll stop by the store and drop off the instruments. Thanks for shipping the other stuff.
Aaron

December, 2011
Special thanks to Rob for helping us to chose a great bass guitar!
You rock Rob!
Matt

December, 2011
Chris helped me a lot and was really friendly when I was trying out pedals and got my RP90 the other day, just wanted to say a quick word of thanks!
Henry

November, 2011
It was a real pleasure to visit this week. I have to say I was blown away...what you have done with your superstore is nothing short of sensational. I recognized concepts from some of the best retail music retail operations from around the globe, but no one to my knowledge has put it all together quite as you have.
David McAllister - Vice-president - Erikson Music / Korg Canada

November, 2011
I just wanted to say a special thank-you to Mike Gresko, our rep, for taking the time to bring in a new adapter for our keyboards today. He didn't have to come, but he did. It's great to see him.
Dave

June, 2011
Thanks, John and Nicole, The trombones arrived safely and I'm very happy with the refurbishment work. I played a job last night in St Catharines with the older one and I could feel and hear the difference. Good to have the tuning slide working properly too!
Bob

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