Meetings offer product demonstrations, guest speakers, and a chance to ask questions and exchange ideas with your fellow musicians in a relaxed setting.  Meetings are FREE and you do not need to be a registered Cubase user to attend.

This is a great way to get some new tips and tricks!

Date: Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Location: Cosmopolitan Music Hall (at Cosmo Music)

Tickets: FREE!

Get a FREE Switch-3 and Gig Bag from TC Helicon!*

April 29th until May 31st

Purchase a VoiceLive Play with Sennheiser e835 fx, VoiceLive Play GTX with Sennheiser e835 fx or a VoiceLive Touch2 and get a FREE Switch-3 and Gig Bag from TC Helicon.

In order to receive your FREE gear, all you have to do is submit a copy of the sales invoice, the completed rebate form and the original model number label (UPC barcode) from the actual packaging. Claims can be submitted by postal mail.

For more information, please visit www.tc-helicon.com/promotions.

*Offer valid only from April 29 through to May 31, 2013. Offer only applies to new purchases. This is a mail-in rebate and details can be found at www.tc-helicon.com/promotions.

Meetings offer product demonstrations, guest speakers, and a chance to ask questions and exchange ideas with your fellow musicians in a relaxed setting.  Meetings are FREE and you do not need to be a registered Cubase user to attend.

This is a great way to get some new tips and tricks!

Date: Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Location: Cosmopolitan Music Hall (at Cosmo Music)

Tickets: FREE!

There are plenty of analog channel strips on the market, but only one that can significantly upgrade your studio's analog and digital sound. From April 1st through June 28th, purchase an LA-610 MkII Classic Tube Recording Channel and UA will give you your choice of a UAD-2 DUO DSP Accelerator Package (PCIe card) or UAD-2 Satellite DSP Accelerator Package (FireWire unit) — absolutely FREE!

The LA-610 MkII Classic Tube Recording Channel is the world's most popular professional channel strip, combining an all-tube, vintage mic preamp design with authentic Teletronix T4 opto-compression circuitry. The UAD-2 DUO DSP Accelerator Package is a workhorse of modern mixing, giving you unrestricted access to award-winning UAD Powered Plug-Ins on your Mac and PC.

To redeem your FREE UAD-2 DUO DSP Accelerator Package (PCIe card) or UAD-2 Satellite DSP Accelerator Package (FireWire unit):

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3)     Wait for approx 6 weeks when the FREE package will be shipped to you directly from HHB Canada.

For complete details see Current UA Promos.

*Offer valid only from April 1 through to June 28, 2013. Offer only applies to new purchases. This is a mail-in rebate.

Save $20 on the following BETA Microphones:
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In order to receive your rebate, all you have to do is submit a copy of the sales invoice, the completed rebate form and the original model number label (UPC barcode) from the actual packaging. Claims can be submitted by postal mail or directly online.

For more information, please visit www.shurecanada.com/rebate.

*Offer valid from April 1 through to June 30, 2013 only. Offer only applies to new purchases. This is a mail-in rebate and details can be found at www.shurecanada.com/rebate.

T.C. Electronic Product Specialist Russell Gray will be on hand to demonstrate the different sounds, effects and options available to take your playing to the next level. Russell is an expert in the world of performing live, in studio and producing. He plays music from a variety of genres including classic rock, pop, folk and reggae to name a few! Russell is an in-demand session play for all things guitar and T.C. Electronics looks to him to launch their products to the musicians of North America.

This is your chance to interact and hear the vast array of pedals first hand including the exciting Ditto Looper.

Plus we'll be giving away 2 FREE pedals to a lucky winner that day!

When: Saturday, March 30th
Time: 11am - 5pm
Where: Tom's Guitar Hangar inside Cosmo Music

An alumnus of the Music program of James Madison University, Greg has worked for Steinberg for over 20 years and has done over 1,000 seminars on music software and technology.  He has worked as an audio engineer and won a TEC Award for his work on Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival DVD.  He has helped many facilities and artists including Peter Frampton, Hans Zimmer, Electronic Arts, Chuck Ainlay, National Public Radio, Michael Wagener and Phil Ramone.

Put simply, Greg is one of the world's leading experts on Cubase, Nuendo, and Wavelab.  He will be presenting the new features of Cubase 7, as well as answering all of your Steinberg questions.

Club Cubase is a free user group for songwriters, musicians, engineers, producers, and anyone interested in making music with their computer.
Meetings are free and you do not need to be a registered Cubase user to attend.  Users of all experience levels are welcome.

This special presentation will begin at 7pm in the Cosmopolitan Music Hall on Tuesday, March 12, 2013.

Please RSVP to events@cosmomusic.ca to confirm your space.

For more information, please visit: WWW.NUMARK.COM/UPGRADEME

Numark Upgrade Terms: This offer is valid only with the purchase of the above-mentioned products from an authorized dealer in the United States and Canada on the dates stated to residents of the United States and Canada. To receive the upgrade, visit www.numark.com/upgrademe and register your products. Numark will not honor delayed submissions due to dealers being out of stock on any product in this promotion. This offer is valid for new purchases only; products will be verified by serial number. Submissions received incomplete will not be eligible. Numark is not responsible for late, lost, damaged, misdirected, incorrect, incomplete, illegible, or incomplete requests for any reason. Keep copies of your proof of purchase for your records. Your Serato upgrade will be provided electronically. Please allow 24 hours for the upgrade license to be emailed. This offer is void where taxed or prohibited by law. Product rebates are valid on new products only. Factory refurbished products do not apply. This offer is not valid with any other coupon or offer. Limit one rebate per household. This rebate is not redeemable for cash and is nontransferable.

Meetings will offer product demonstrations, guest speakers, and a chance to ask questions and exchange ideas with your fellow musicians in a relaxed setting. Meetings are free, and you don't need to be a registered Cubase user to attend.

This is a great way to get some new tips and tricks!

Club Cubase North Toronto
Cosmo Music (Cosmopolitan Music Hall)
10 Via Renzo Dr, Richmond Hill
Tuesday, February 26th 7-9pm
Hosted by David Miner

Yamaha’s 125th anniversary
To commemorate Yamaha’s 125th anniversary, a concert featuring Elton John will be held at the Hyperion Theater is Disneyland California will be streamed live for the world to watch on January 25th at 8 pm PST. Joining Elton onstage will be Amy Grant, Chaka Khan, Dave Grusin, Earth, Wind & Fire, James Newton Howard, Leogun, Lucy Schwartz, Michael McDonald, Sarah McLachlan, Sinbad and Toto. Legendary bass player Nathan East will serve as music director. Watch it live here.

Fender American Vintage Series Basses
Historic Benchmarks, American Originals. The resurrection of vintage 50’s tooling allowed for the recreation of these masterpieces. Take a look for yourself!

Fender Mando-Strat… Whatchamacallit?
The classic Fender electric mandolin returns as the new Mando-Strat. This highly distinctive and charmingly diminutive instrument evokes the Fender electric four-string mandolins of the 1950s and ’60s, with an updated and improved design for modern players.

New Jackson Guitars for 2013
A plethora of new guitars for Jackson in 2013, 20 new models in fact!

New Artist Signature models include a Chris Broderick Pro Series Soloist™ 6 and 7, Corey Beaulieu USA Signature KV6 and KV7 and Dave Ellefson Signature Kelly Bird Bass.

New Pro Series models include a Pro DKA Dinky™ 7/8 and Pro DK2HT, Pro DK2MHT, Pro DK2QHT, and Pro DK2MQHT.

New USA Select series models include USA Select B7MG, USA Select B7MG Deluxe, USA Select B8MG, and USA Select B8MG Deluxe

New JS Series includes a JS22-7 DKA Dinky, JS32-7Q Dinky, JS32-8Q Dinky, JS3QM Concert™ Bass, and JS3VQM Concert Bass

Peavey introduces the next generation ValveKing® Series
The original award-winning ValveKing line was designed to feature all of the tonal qualities and attention-to-detail circuitry of a boutique amplifier, but with a price point real working guitarists could afford. With the next generation of ValveKing, Peavey has taken this idea even further and delivered one of its most tonally sophisticated lines of amps yet, tailored for the versatile needs of today's working guitarists.

Peavey debuts new Vypyr® VIP Series Variable Instrument Performance™ Amplifiers
The world’s first Variable Instrument Performance™ amplifiers. After the award-winning original Peavey Vypyr series set the new standard for modeling guitar amplifiers, the Vypyr VIP series introduces an entirely new level of technological sophistication and tonal versatility. With the Vypyr VIP series, Peavey introduces the world’s first amp that contains Bass guitar, Acoustic guitar and Electric guitar amplifier models. With Peavey’s Variable Instrument Input™, a single amp can provide amplification for a variety of instrument types.

Sennheiser launches digital 9000 series wireless
Digital 9000 wireless, with uncompressed digital audio with up to 40 channels within a 24 megahertz range – bodypack and mic transmitter options available.

Shure unveils new BLX and GLX digital wireless series
Adding to Shure’s already impressive lineup, the BLX series grants great performance at an affordable price, while the GLX series adds its Digital Audio Clarity technology with rechargeable batteries from upper end units.

Pigtronix introduces Quantum Time modulator pedal
Pigtronix introduces Quantum Time Modulator pedal for Winter NAMM 2013. It produces a parallel universe of analog time stretching effects with only three knobs and a single switch. Reflecting the fundamental principals of modern atomic physics in pedal form, the Pigtronix Quantum can be in any number of places at once and will change in response to both input and observation.

Digitech introduces JamMan SoloXT
DigiTech’s JamMan Solo XT brings you the definitive stereo looping experience. Build up the energy in your performance and find new inspiration with virtually limitless loops. Seamless transitions between looped phrases make the JamMan Solo XT an invaluable tool for composing and performing.

Korg MS-20 Mini – Monophonic Analog Synthesizer, the classic MS-20 recreated in mini size!
An analog synthesizer featuring the original circuitry from 1978. Korg’s MS-20 monophonic synthesizer, first introduced in 1978, is still a coveted instrument to this day, thanks to its thick, robust sound, its powerful, iconic analog filter, and its versatile patching options. Over 300,000 people have enjoyed the distinct MS-20 sounds from the original, from Korg’s MS-20 plug-in synth, or the iMS-20 iPad app.

Korg debuts KAOSSILATOR PRO+
Korg exhibits the latest addition to their acclaimed Kaoss family: the Kaossilator Pro+ Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer/Loop Recorder. The Kaossilator Pro+ is packed with 250 programs, including more of the cutting-edge synth sounds that Korg is known for. Like all Kaoss-based products, this versatile new instrument offers creative musical possibilities and intuitive control over multiple parameters simply by moving a finger across the X-Y touchpad.

Korg’s new KP3+ KAOSS PAD
Yet another addition to the series: the KP3+ Dynamic Effect/Sampler. The KP3+ provides even more creative power for live and in-studio use while retaining the intuitive and user-friendly Kaoss touchpad interface. It offers the original KP3 effects, sounds and features, plus 22 all-new, diverse effect programs for everything from various EDM genres to rock and beyond. All are complemented by an enhanced, intuitive pad illumination system.

Korg announces Pitchblack Portable
Korg announces the newest addition to the Pitchblack family of tuners, the Pitchblack Portable Handheld Polyphonic Tuner for Guitar and Bass. This new, compact tuner offers convenient tuning by enabling all strings to be tuned simultaneously.

The all new Korg SP-280 Digital Piano
The newest model in its series of Digital Pianos, the SP-280. It faithfully recreates the experience of playing a genuine Concert Grand in a beautifully designed digital piano that's ideal for use at home or on stage. With 30 sounds in total, plus customizable ambience effects, the SP-280 is versatile enough for a wide variety of applications.

Korg announces King Korg Analog Modeling Synth
Korg USA announces the King Korg analog modeling synth. Focused on live performance, it features Korg's new XMT (Xpanded Modeling Technology) engine, with many types of oscillators and filters that can accurately model sought-after vintage analog synths. With its controls laid out in easily identifiable sections, King Korg delivers the unique characteristics of a dedicated synthesizer, while remaining approachable to players who are new to synthesizers. It not only shines on stage with high quality sound, but also with a champagne gold finish befitting its royal name.

M-Audio launches assortment of new products for 2013
New products from M-Audio include the new Axiom AIR 25, 49 & 61 keyboard controllers as well as the AIR Mini 32. The new M-Track, M-Track Plus and MTrack Quad 2-4 channel USB Audio/Midi interfaces as well the new M3-8 three-way active studio monitors are great new additions to the M-Audio lineup.

New Akai Professional products for the masses!
New products from Akai include the MPX8 SD sample pad controller, the compact MAX25 and MAX49 USB/MIDI/CV controllers and a slew of new MPC – Music Production Controller products including the Renaissance, Studio, Fly, Software and iMPC App for iPad.

Numark’s new gear for 2013
Numark releases all sorts of new performance DJ controllers including the Mixtrack II, Mixtrack Pro II and Mixdeck Quad, as well as the iDJ Pro and Live II. The 4-Channel NS7 II and the wireless handheld Midi DJ Controller – Orbit.

Levy’s introduces new LOXX series straps
Using premium garment leathers and using LOXX strap locks, these new straps are the definition of functional beauty!

Eventide H9 Stomp – Stompbox Re-Thunk!
The H9 delivers Eventide's acclaimed sound and can run all of Eventide's stompbox effects. It features a simple, one-knob user interface and also connects wirelessly via Bluetooth to iPods, iPhones and iPads for creating and managing presets, live control and in-app algorithm purchases.

Kala Ukuleles presents the Banjo Uke!
Kala's banjo ukes will be available in soprano and concert sizes and are distinctively appointed with a luxuriant black satin finish, Remo Weatherking Banjo Head, deluxe geared tuners with black buttons, rosewood fingerboard, maple bridge with ebony cap, and a closed back design.

Presonus shows up with new Capture 2.0 Live Recording Software
The new software adds additional major features that come along with a new look! Version 2 further streamlines workflow—one of Capture’s strengths—and adds significant new safety features to an already remarkably stable recording platform.

dw adds Concrete snare to their popular Collector’s Series Specialty Snares
Concrete drums are perfectly suited for both live and studio applications and provide a decidedly different tonal quality than either wood or metal. The thin, cast 5.5mm shell includes a standard 45 degree cut bearing edge and snare beds.

Pre-NAMM Suhr factory party
We always make sure to visit our friends at Suhr when we attend NAMM - last night's Pre-NAMM Factory party didn't disappoint as Doug Aldrich, Andy Wood & Pete Thorn rocked it. Check out our pics on Facebook.

Pics from the floor of the Anaheim Convention Center
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NAMM is a very exciting trip for all of us and we want to share it with all of you. So our pledge to you is to give you as much of our experience through pictures, video and write ups so that you too have something to look forward to this time every year!

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