Event brings back the past with the 20/20BAS V3!

20/20BAS from Event on Vimeo.



So my second pair of studio monitors when I started producing were Event TR8 XL's. They were released after the 20/20's. They were solid and rocked. My boys had the 20/20's so I was glad to have something that was close. I did like them and had them for a while so if you had to start with a pair of monitors I could endorse, I would say these will do! Event makes Rock Solid Monitors! They will set you back $899 for a pair, but for some thing that's above entry level, and can compete with some of the elite monitors, its money well spent! The last picture shows the difference between the original model and the new one. For more info click Here! EventElectronics

Multi-Touch Keyboard and Mouse

My friend, singer Mel Alston, Jr., introduced me to this device being developed. Its amazing where technology has taken us and I like that fact that its being showcased on kickstarters.com! Feel free to learn more about this at this link right here KickStarters

Pierre DeRoche - Simply Amazing!

Time to introduce another great watch manufacturer. The "TNT" watch is simply brilliant. Its complicated and elegant at the same time! Feel free to check out more on this watch maker Via ABlogToRead .

The Sword Maker - An Art Worth Enjoying!

There are soo many dying arts that i truly respects! One of such is the art of sword making. Anyone with software and a machine shop can make a sword. Only a truly master can make something that has life, inspires emotion, has elegance, and dangerous for anyone who is not trained to wield!

Via Etsy


Handmade Portraits: The Sword Maker from Etsy on Vimeo.

Bentley Mulsanne - Maxed out with Mac!

Stepping into this amazing car is like having a rolling apple store wrapped in leather. Bentley has added a Mac mini to the Mulsanne and set everything up via Bluetooth. This thing Rock! Check out the pics below and tell me what you think!

Via CoolHunting

Touch Screen DJ's - One step closer!

I have been following this product for a few years now and I am happy to see how far its come! Smithson Martin's - Emulator is on point! This will be an amazing addition to any dance, house dubstep club! I would love to see how it holds up in a Hip Hop/Pop club setting. Check out the videos below!

Via SmithsonMartin

EN & IS megaphone iPod Amplifier

For those who are tired of the little speakers on there iphone, here you go!

Via DesignBoom




Megaphone from RACOON_STUDIO on Vimeo.

Wiesmann MF5 V8 in Stealth Mode!!!

Those who know me, know I love cars! Wiesmann MF5 Is now on my list! This thing is just plain evil looking, the perfect ride for Bruce Wayne, or those aspiring to be him!


The BMW V8 produces 600 horses that takes the 3,075 lbs to 62 mph in just 3.5 seconds. In less than 10 seconds, the MF5 also reaches 124 mph and has a top speed of 193 mph!


Via BmwBlog

Concept: BMW 328 Hommage - For the X-Men in all of us

So you guys dont think i am bias towards Mercedes, Here is an amazing concep from BMW. Here is what they said about it on Fubiz.net: 


The manufacturer BMW introduced the Concours d'Elegance of the Villa d'Este, this sporty roadster that blends styles. A concept car called "Hommage BMW 328" designed to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the legendary 328 launched in 1936, highlighting the carbon fiber.























Via Fubiz

Mercedes Benz SF1

designer Steel Drake has made somethign wonderful. Its a perfect mix of design, form and function. It also has a touch of evilness to it! This is the perfect design for those who want to feel like a spy, or the next Steve Jobs!


If they build this, I know what I will be asking the wife for! lol
















Via Fubiz

Audemars Piguet Openworked Extra-Thin Royal Oak Limited Edition Watch

Audemars Piguet released a 40th anniversary watch that is in limited supply. How limited? only 40 are being made!!! Its an amazing piece! 

Tech specs from Audemars Piguet:

Openworked Extra-Thin Royal Oak, Limited edition of 40 pieces for the 40th anniversary of the Royal Oak’s model.

MOVEMENT:
- Selfwinding Manufacture Calibre 5122
- Total diameter : 28.40 mm (12 1/2 lignes)
- Thickness : 3.05 mm
- 36 jewels
- 247 parts
- Power reserve : approx. 40 hours
- Cadence of balance : 19’800 vibrations/hour
- Finishings: manual finishings of the bridge (polished bevels, satinbrushed edges, perlage on
the recesses), 22K gold monobloc oscillating weight stamped with the raised inscription “ AP
Royal Oak 1972-2012 and with “tapisserie” motif on it external segment.
CASE: 950 platinum case, glareproofed sapphire crystal and caseback
Water-resistant to 50 m
DIAL: Openworked slate-grey dial, white gold applied hour markers
Royal Oak hands with luminescent coating
BRACELET: 950 platinum bracelet with AP folding clasp
FUNCTIONS: Hours,minutes, date

Via Ablogtoread

AKG C12 VR! Great mic!

 



The AKG C 12 VR is an amazing mic. I first heard it at my boy Mark's studio in Santa Monica. Its a solid piece, beautiful design and has great character and presence. This mic is a replica of the old one from many years ago called the C12. It retains much of the similar traits of  the original. Now you know I am a Neumann mic and Blue Microphones guy but lets just say I will be adding this one to the mic collection. It will set you back some money though. Like the Neumann M149, its in the $5000 range so be ready to drop the funds if your are serious. Also consider pairing this mic or the Neumann with a really good mic pre amp! I will post some recommendations soon.  Here is the link to there site! AKG C12 VR

Low cost Guitar amp Modeling!

 

Say you want to add realistic sounding guitar amps to your track but the funds are tight. You want that old school feel but cant afford some of the high end plugins. Well, here is an option from Studio Devil. The Studio Devil Amp Modeler Pro is only $149.00 and worth every penny. I will not tell you it has all the feature you find in rivals like Guitar Rig or Amplitube, But, it holds its own! They have other plugins as well that are affordable and focused on there specific purpose. Check it out and you will be surprised! Studio Devil

Its Upgrade time!!! - Komplete 6 is out!

 Native Instruments has been pumping mind blowing plugins for years and now they have given us the upgrade of the Komplete series! With a mind blowing 7000 presets, 60GB of samples and room for expansion I will be making a lot of hits off this!!! here is the link! Komplete 6

BPM! - Not all Plugins are built the same!

 BPM is a new take on a old idea! Though its presets are ok, what makes this thing great is all the things you can do with it. The fact that you can drop in your samples and use its tools to manipulate it in ways a real MPC could not! Check this one out. you wont be disappointed! Here is the link. Motu MPM

Mackie HR824 mk2 - SO I caved in a bought a pair of these

 


For years I was an Event monitor guy for a long time. I decided I wanted a new pair cause the ones I had did not give me a full image of the sound. Usually I would have too much base and not enough mid range. So, after fighting it for years, I bought these. Best investment I made!. these monitors are Rock solid! and with the reflex passive speak in the back it throws off enough bass to act almost like a sub woofer. It helps because it forces me to back off the low end! If you are looking for a new pair of monitors, definitely check these out! Here is the link.  Mackie HR 824 mk2

Neumann M 149 - Great mic for the price!

 

I had the pleasure of using this mic a few months back and I loved it. I have to say in every price group there is a favorite mic and in this group, this is my favorite! The Neumann M149 goes for about $5049.00. Thats alot of scratch but if you can get it, Get it!!! there is only one other mic in that price range i like and I will post it next week! The info is below and here is the link. Neumann

Acoustical operating principle	Pressure gradient transducer
Directional pattern	Omnidirectional, wide angle cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure-8 plus one intermediate position each
Frequency range	20 Hz ... 20 kHz
Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm	34/47/62 mV/Pa1)
Rated impedance	50 ohms
Rated load impedance	1 kohms
Equivalent noise level, CCIR2)	28/25/23 dB1)
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted2)	16/13/11 dB-A1)
Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR2) (rel. 94 dB SPL)	66/69/71 dB1)
Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted2) (rel. 94 dB SPL)	78/81/83 dB1)
Typical SPL (tube characteristic)3)	K < 0,5 %: 120 dB, K < 5 %: 136 dB
Maximum output voltage	18 dBu
Dynamic range of the microphone amplifier (A-weighted) for < 0,5% THD (for < 5% THD)	101 (121) dB
Powering	Power supply N 149 A
Matching connectors	Microphone DIN8F, Power supply XLR3F
Weight	730 g
Diameter	70 mm
Length	201 mm

______________________________________________ 1) Omnidirectional / cardioid / figure-8 2) according to IEC 60268-1; CCIR-weighting acccording to CCIR 468-3, quasi peak; A-weighting according to IEC 61672-1, RMS 3) measured as equivalent el. input signal

Some where I can call home!!!

 

Ok so you guys know sometimes I can go a bit overboard but i see no reason I can't have this in my life!!! Its a concept yacht for living on water! Hope they build it!!! designcrave

 



 

One of the best Magazines I have read in a while!

More often than not, you run accross music mags. that don't truly cover the information you really want to know. Music Tech does the opposite and then some. This magazine is designed to give you insight into your mixing process, new products, and free Plugins!!! And I don't mean sample plugins that are not good, full on copies of legit plugins. Sometimes you dont need the most expensive plugin to find the right sound. I love the fact that every once ina  while you run across a really great free plugin. You can only get the plugins if you buy the magazine but totally worth it!  They also give you great tips on how to fix your mixes! Check out the magazine. You wont be dissapointed! Music Tech

Thermaltake's Level 10 Chassis - The BMW of PC Cases!

What happens When BMW makes a computer case? You get this!



This monster is designed with scenario considered! Plus its pretty dam cool looking! For my people who love PC's this is a hot Desktop!!! Here are more pictures and the link to the original article. Maximum PC