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ALVA Nanoface

To celebrate the arrival of the latest ALVA Nanoface USB Audio Interface here at Millennium Music, we thought that we’d give our customers some insight into the Nanoface philosophy along with the company itself.

ALVA have been creating ‘complement’ products for their prestigious partners at RME for some time now, including breakout cables, a ‘Loopback’ tool for the RME ADI-6432 and a wide variety of reasonably priced accessories.

The Nanoface USB Audio Interface exemplifies ALVA’s passion for delivering great sound in an extremely eye-catching design, which as many of you can probably see is suspiciously similar to RME’s own Babyface 22ch USB Audio Interface.  Perfect for a wide variety of environments, including home, mobile and live, the ALVA Nanoface USB Audio Interface provides a wide selection of analogue and digital I/O connections and even sports 1 MIDI in and 2 MIDI out.

Similar to the RME Babyface, the ALVA Nanoface USB Audio Interface comes equipped with high-quality converters that easily compete with those found in interfaces twice the price.  Whilst it doesn’t come with software option dialogues or an integrated mixer, it does provide the vital ingredient of high-speed drivers that perform with minimal drop-outs and low latency.  This, along with low-noise Hi-Z and microphone preamps, ensures that users can get the most out of their recordings without fear of losing the vital detail that gives your performance an edge.

Designed from the ground-up for those that are looking for a simple, intuitive and incredibly stylish addition for their audio rig, the ALVA Nanoface USB Audio Interface is certainly one to watch out for.

Don’t miss out on yours and order now from Millennium Music.

Paul Reed Smith (PRS) Guitars have been synonymous with attention to detail, dedication and passion in the guitar world for over 25 years now and have made their way into the hands of some of the most applauded guitarists of all time, such as Fleetwood Mac’s Bekka Bramlett and Guns & Roses’ Axl Rose to name just a few.  Their rich guitar building heritage is passed on to each and every guitar that makes its way out of their state-of-the-art factory in Maryland, USA, including the latest range of PRS SE electric guitars now available here at Millennium Music.

With a fine selection of craftsmen and women on hand at PRS, every component is meticulously tried and tested to ensure the highest standards are retained throughout, whether this be the curing of the tonewoods, the manufacturing of the pickups or even the fitting of the tuning keys.  Every PRS guitar screams personality, such as the incredibly

PRS 513 in Black Sunburst - 5 Pickups, 13 Sounds

flexible PRS 513 Black Sunburst 10 Top, and feels as comfortable to play as it is to talk to dear friend resulting in a serious tool of creativity for serious musicians.

PRS have also ensured that everyone can share the love for their incredible guitars and offer a wide selection of creative tools that can accommodate most budgets.  The latest range of PRS SE Custom 24 and PRS SE Custom Semi Hollow guitars, which are available in a wide range of stylish finishes, exemplify this by offering a variety of lush tones, extreme playability and a solid performance you can rely on gig after gig.  Exceptional value for money!

Regardless of the style or genre of music you play, be sure to check out our fantastic range of PRS guitars available here at Millennium Music.  Not sure which guitar is right for you?  Give our hugely experienced guitar specialists a call on 0115 985 9500 or email now and find a guitar that’ll unleash your creative potential and take your performance to entirely new heights.

Seen a PRS guitar cheaper?  Be sure to get in touch with Millennium Music for a price match!

With over 30 years since the release of the original Roland Jupiter 8 (or JP-8), one of the most admired and innovative synthesizers of its time, performers word-wide were ecstatic to see the unveiling of the latest Roland Jupiter 80 Synthesizer back at Musikmesse 2011 along with the more recent Roland Jupiter 50 Synthesizer earlier this year.  With its road-proven hardware and unfathomable collection of Roland’s proprietary SuperNATURAL sounds, the Roland Jupiter 80 Synthesizer has collected a mass of fans on every continent including the critically acclaimed Isabella Summers from Florence + the Machine.

However, whilst it is hard not to look and hear the Roland Jupiter 80 Synthesizer without salivating, it’s now going to get a whole lot more difficult to resist temptation thanks to the incredible extra incentive Roland and Millennium Music are now offering.

When you buy the latest Roland Jupiter 80 Synthesizer from Millennium Music, which will be upgraded to the latest software update with new functionality and improved integration with the Cakewalk Sonar series in May, you receive a free (and we mean free) Apple iPad 2 tablet to ensure you get the most out of your Roland Jupiter 80 Synthesizer with the newly announced iPad Synth Tone Editor!

If you’ve been contemplating buying a new synthesizer that’ll perform great on the stage and look superb in the studio, but want to get the most out of your money, then look no further, this truly is the best time to buy a Roland Jupiter 80 Synthesizer.

Get in touch with our dedicated sales team now on 0115 985 9500 or email here to find out more.  Terms and conditions apply, see below for more.

Term and Conditions:

• Only available to UK/ROI residents from UK/ROI authorised dealers
• Product registration required - Please scan and email a copy of your sales receipt to customers@roland.co.uk along with the serial number of your JUPITER-80
• iPad shipped 10 days after registration
• No cash alternative offered
• Free iPad model is iPad2, 16gb wifi: customers cannot pay extra to upgrade to the new iPad
• This offer cannot be redeemed in conjunction with any other current offer
• Cable to connect iPad to JUPITER-80 is not included
• In the event of a refund, iPad also needs to be returned
• All claims must be received by June 29th 2012

With their humble beginnings starting at Olympic Studios in London, Quested have continuously developed their passion for accurate monitoring and have since become known in the industry for their uncompromised performance with the likes of Van Halen and Trevor Horn utilizing their designs to produce chart-topping records.  The unsurpassed Quested S7R 2-Way Active Monitor exemplifies the technical pedigree of Quested and offers clarity, headroom and low-fatiguing performance unlike any other.

To celebrate our love for the Quested, we at Millennium Music are now offering our loyal customers the chance to make a huge saving on our Quested S7R Monitors | STS-L Stands Deal.  Save nearly £500 when you buy this bundle and reveal the detail your mixes deserve, your ears will thank you for it!

With two Class A-B amplifiers capable of delivering a total of 190W RMS and a double-flared port designed to reduce potential low-frequency ‘chuffing’, the Quested S7R 2-Way Active Monitor offers users an extremely powerful, unbiased and articulate compact monitoring solution that is perfect for a wide array of genres and applications including mastering, post-production and surround-sound.

Combined with the Quested STS-L Monitor Stands, which have been designed from the ground-up to ensure that your mixes sound left untainted, you can be sure to get the most out of your music and create chart-smashing hit after hit.  These heavy-weight monitor stands highlight the importance of a firm and rigid support for your monitoring system and ensure your Quested S7R 2-Way Active Monitor are firmly grounded without extra vibrations passing through.

Eat, Sleep & Mix Quested

With the Quested STS-L Monitor Stands retailing at £525 and the Quested S7R 2-Way Active Monitor (pair) usually costing £1458, you can save your self just under £500 when you buy the Quested S7R Monitors | STS-L Stands Deal for just £1499.

Call our friendly sales team now on 0115 985 9500 or email here to find out more!

You’d have to be living under a rock to not notice the impact Apple’s iPad tablet computer has had on day-to-day life, and I’m sure that most music technology enthusiasts have noticed that audio interface manufactures world-wide are embracing the iPad’s liberating functionality to bring new and exciting audio products to the market that promise to revolutionize the way we create music.

We here at Millennium Music pride ourselves on being at the forefront of the music technology world (since 1992 I might add) and thought we’d give our customers a roundup of the latest and greatest iPad audio interfaces available.  To make for easy reading, Part 1 of this blog will focus more on general iPad interfaces whilst Part 2 will concentrate on those dedicated for guitarist and bassists.

Tascam iXZ

Our first encounter brings us to the simple and incredibly affordable Tascam iXZ iOS Mic/Instrument Interface.  This small and extremely compact audio interface allows you to turn you iOS (iPod, iPhone and iPad) device into a portable practice, songwriting or live recording rig and comes equipped with a switchable mic/line/instrument input to suit a variety of needs.  The XLR microphone input found on the Tascam iXZ iOS Mic/Instrument Interface can even supply Phantom Power for those of us who wish to use our high-quality condenser microphones and also possesses a 1/8” headphone output for direct monitoring from your iOS device.

Our next item, the Lexicon Omega Desktop Recording Studio, is something many of us in the music tech world already know and love thanks to its high-quality converters and rich manufacturing pedigree.  However, whilst it was originally marketed as an audio interface for computers, the geniuses at Lexicon have taken full advantage of Apple’s USB Camera Connection Kit and have ensured that the Lexicon Omega Desktop Recording Studio is completely compatible with the latest generation of iPads.  With this new lease of life users are now able to record up to four channels of 24-bit / 44.1 kHz directly to their iPads via a wide variety of input connections and without the disadvantage of going through the iPad’s input jack connection.  As an added bonus, it even supports MIDI input to your favourite iPad music app.

Alesis iO Mix iPad Recorder

Setting the trend once again for things to come, the Alesis iO Mix iPad Recorder is the first device that turns your iPad into a powerful multitrack recording and mixing device.  With four XLR-1/4” combo input channels, each with trim, gain, pan and tone controls, along with switchable 48V Phantom Power for your condenser microphones and DI for recording guitars and basses without an amp, the Alesis iO Mix iPad Recorder offers a comprehensive solution for those looking to get the most out of their iPad.  Separating itself from its competitors, the Alesis iO Mix iPad Recorder also supports video output for connection to TVs and projectors making it perfect for VJs.  With a vast array of professional-standard connections, the Alesis iO Mix iPad Recorder fits perfectly into any studio or live environment and even keeps your precious iPad safe thanks to its hinged door.

Alto-Masterlink-Live-24

Our last but far from least item is Alto’s own contribution to the iOS world of audio.  The Alto Masterlink Live Series, available in 24 and 16 channels respectively, integrates a feature-packed standalone console with iPad recording, processing and analysis facilities to provide a mixing experience beyond any other mixer in its class.   Equipped with industry-leading Alesis DSP processing, low-noise preamps, three-band EQ on all mono channels and individual channel compressors, the Alto Masterlink Live Series has everything you need for live performances and rehearsals with or without an iPad.  Incorporating an iPad into this console allows users to gain access to a mass collection of software-based plug-ins via Alto’s own Live Drive App and control them intuitively thanks to the iPad’s beautiful multi-touchscreen display.  Once you’ve got everything set and ready to go, you can simply record the Alto Masterlink Live Series’ main outputs directly to your iPad.  Versatile, elegant and incredibly powerful, the Alto Masterlink Live Series brings the best of both worlds to your fingertips.

Call or email our experienced sales team and we’ll find the perfect audio-capable companion for your iPad.

Click links below for more product details:

• Tascam iXZ iOS Mic/Instrument Interface
• Lexicon Omega Desktop Recording Studio
• Alesis iO Mix iPad Recorder (link coming shortly)
• Alto Masterlink Live Series (link coming shortly)

If you mention the word “Sonodyne” to most western gear-heads then chances are you’ll simply get a blank stare in response.  However, for those ‘in the know’ Sonodyne represents over 40 years of audio excellence and a corner stone of the Asian entertainment industry.  Being the brainchild of Ashoke Mukherjee, one India’s foremost electrical engineers, Sonodyne have gone from strength-to-strength since its genesis in the late 60s with their rigorous development of audiophile hi-fi amplifiers and speakers, but in recent times Sonodyne have used their extensive R&D capabilities to offer the pro-audio world a monitoring solution that hits the spot every time.

Consisting of three models, being the Sonodyne SM200AK, Sonodyne SM100AK and Sonodyne SM50AK, the Sonodyne SM Series of active studio monitors are designed from the ground up to offer untainted reproduction and utilize high-grade components throughout to ensure uncompromised performance is achieved time and time again.

Each of the Sonodyne SM Series are fashioned within a single-piece aluminium die cast cabinet to help extenuate high frequencies and are internally coated with a specially formulated deadening compound to prevent ringing.  The cosmetically striking cabinet design found on each of these active monitors employ the use of non-parallel sides to reduce the occurrences of standing waves, along with rounded corners and recessed controls to ensure acoustic clarity is retained with minimized edge diffraction.

These sonically balanced two-way systems are loaded with 5.25”, 6.5” and 8” Kevlar woofers, depending on which model you buy, that produce smooth lows with tight transients along with a transparent mid-range response.  Complimented with a 26mm silk dome tweeters on the Sonodyne SM50AK and Sonodyne SM100AK, as well as a 1” metal dome on the Sonodyne SM200AK, the Sonodyne SM Series not only offers a clean and articulate high-end but also a wide sweet spot for greater mobility around the sound stage and precise stereo imaging that’ll ensure you hear everything your sound has to offer.

With prices starting at just £389.00, these active monitors offer premium quality at a not-so-premium price when compared to other high-end systems of this caliber.  If you’re looking for a monitoring system that delivers natural and reliable results across a wide range of applications then the Sonodyne SM Series could be just what you need.

Click the appropriate links for more technical specifications:

• Sonodyne SM50AK
• Sonodyne SM100AK
• Sonodyne SM200AK

On demo now at Millennium Music so come and check them out for yourself, your ears will thank you.

Call on 0115 985 9500 or email our experienced sales team now for more!

SE Electronics have come a long way since their creation just a mere 12 years ago and in that time they have left a lasting impression on artists, engineers and producers world-wide with their vast range of hand-built SE Microphones and SE Reflexion Filters, along with their latest collaborations with the likes of the legendary Rupert Neve, which led to the creation of the groundbreaking SE Electronics RNR1 Ribbon Microphone, and acoustic guru Andy Munro to bring us the revolutionary SE Electronics Munro Egg 150 studio monitoring system.

Originally the brainchild of Siwei Zou, SE Electronics’ aim has always been to provide handcrafted transducer technology comparable to the finest microphones in pro-audio history, such as the Neumann U87 and AKG’s C12, but instead at a price that amateur and professionals alike can easily enjoy.  With everything hand-crafted by a highly skilled workforce within their own Chinese-based facilities, SE Electronics utilizes the best materials and the highest manufacturing standards to deliver astonishingly good microphones (each of which contain their own proprietary SE Electronics capsules), along with acoustic treatment and now even studio monitors with the SE Electronics Munro Egg 150 system.

However, as impressive as SE Electronics’ technical pedigree is, along with their desire to accommodate budgets of all sizes, we at Millennium Music also pride ourselves in offering our customers peace of mind with the SE Electronics 20 year limited warranty.  That means that when you buy any SE Electronics’ products from Millennium Music, such as the new standard-setting SE Electronics X1 Condenser Microphone, the incredibly useful SE Electronics Reflexion Filter Pro, or even the industry-favoured SE Electronics SE4400A Condenser Microphone, you can be sure to stay at ease if the unfortunate event of your SE Electronics product experiencing a manufacturing defect should ever arise within not just 1, or 5, or even 10, but 20 years of original purchase.

This incredible offer is the best warranty for any pro-audio microphone in the world and is a real investment for anyone in this penny-pinching climate.  Be sure to take full advantage and see the wide selection of SE Electronics products here at Millennium Music.

Call or email our experienced sales team now for further details.

Have you seen an SE Electronics product at a cheaper price elsewhere?  Millennium Music will always try and match or even beat prices from online websites.

Contact us for more!

*Terms and Conditions apply

Dr Amar G. Bose and his team have been on the quest for better sound through research since 1964 and have developed major technological innovations that have made them a household name world-wide.  With a deep seeded relationship with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Bose have provided high-quality audio solutions for the likes of NASA and the Sistine Chapel whilst also offering musicians a chance to hear their music the way it was meant to be heard.  The Bose L1 Portable PA Systems are no exception.

The critically acclaimed Bose L1 Portable PA Systems are the first choice for many performers of all varieties due to their ultra-portable design and uncompromised tonal reproduction.  Consisting of three models, Bose L1 Compact, Bose L1 Model 1 and the Bose L1 Model 2, there is a supreme-quality PA solution for every application.  Whether you’re a DJ, perform in a band or even if you’re a solo artist, the Bose L1 Portable PA Systems can accommodate your every need in delivering transparent and highly detailed music to small-to-large audiences.

Being line array in nature, the Bose L1 Portable PA Systems offer a completely different approach to live sound that eliminates the majority of issues one would normally find on a traditional PA system.  The Bose L1 Model 1 and Bose L1 Model 2 contain a column of tightly spaced drivers designed to project sound waves forward and nearly 180 degrees on the horizontal plane whilst also keeping vertical projections to a minimum.  This clever design helps to reduce elusive room reverberation that impacts on the clarity of your sound and also ensures that audio is delivered to your audience evenly.

Along with this, when used in conjunction with the Bose T1 ToneMatch Audio Engine, which is compatible with all Bose L1 Portable PA Systems, your sound is instantly optimized for delivery thanks to a wide range of presets developed in partnership with leading manufactures including Audix and Taylor.  Containing a variety of studio-grade effects, such as reverbs and delays, along with Bose’s own proprietary zEQ which differs from the generic tone controls found on most mixers as it is designed to bring the best out of particular instruments, the Bose T1 ToneMatch Audio Engine is more than just a multi-channel digital mixer and makes a performer’s task of setting up for a show incredibly easy and efficient, leaving you with more time to concentrate on the performance and less time fiddling with knobs.

Regardless of the genre or the instrumentation, the Bose L1 Portable PA Systems are ideal for anyone wanting ultimate portability with uncompromised quality.

We have all three systems on demo here at Millennium Music so come on down for a listen, you won’t be disappointed.

Call or email our experienced PA Sales team now for more!

The Steinberg CMC Series MIDI controllers have made a real splash for Cubase and Nuendo users in the short time they’ve been available.  Not only do they differ from 'typical' MIDI controllers by the fact that they are relatively low cost and also modular in nature, meaning that you can combine various units in any way you wish, but Steinberg have now added an extra incentive for you to delve into the potentials of the CMC Series MIDI controllers with a fantastic new offer!

Steinberg are giving you the chance to buy absolutely any Steinberg product over £80.00 from Millennium Music and get a CMC Series controller of your choice for just £80.00 to massively improve your production workflow.  That’s means you could buy one Steinberg CMC Series MIDI control module, such as the Steinberg CMC PD Pad Controller for just £135.99, and save more than £50.00 on another module of your choice!

Whether you’re looking for the highly innovative and precise Steinberg CMC-CH Channel Controller to gain direct access to a range of functions in Cubase's channel section, or maybe even the groundbreaking Steinberg CMC-AI Advanced Integration Contoller that provides instant and multifunctional control over anything your mouse clicks on, be sure to take full advantage of this incredible deal from Steinberg and make a recession-friendly saving that will not only save you a serious amount of money but will also improve your Cubase skills throughout.  From beat production to live performance, the Steinberg CMC Series offers hands-on USB control for just about any job imaginable.

Check out the entire Steinberg range here and decide which Steinberg CMC Series MIDI control module best suits you, there are six to choose from and they even work flawlessly alongside the flagship Steinberg CC121 Advanced Integration Controller.  Upgrade to the latest version of Steinberg's world-leading Cubase 6.5 and finish it off with the Steinberg CMC Studio Frame to give your controllers that extra touch of class.

This superb deal is available until 30^th June 2012; it’s not to be missed so call or email our friendly sales team now for more.

Check out the entire Steinberg CMC Series range:

• CMC AI
• CMC CH
• CMC PD
• CMC FD
• CMC QC
• CMC TP

**Offer applies to all Steinberg CMC Series except the Steinberg CMC FD, which will be discounted from £165.99 to £124.99 when you spend over £80.00 on any Steinberg products.

Native Instruments have been leading the way in digital DJ technology for sometime now and they’re showing no sign of slowing down with the latest announcement of two major software upgrades, along with a brand new pricing structure, that are sure to help mix things up.

Get ready to take your DJing experience to whole new dimension with the latest Native Instruments Traktor Pro 2.5 with Remix Decks update available to all Traktor Pro 2 and Traktor Duo 2 users, as well as to all new customers that purchase any of Native Instruments’ latest Traktor hardware.  Whether you purchase the Native Instrument Traktor Audio 2 for £84.00 or the flagship Native Instruments Traktor S4 for £729, you’ll have instant access to the latest and most advance version of Traktor that seamlessly merges the worlds of DJing and live performance.

The new Native Instruments Traktor Pro 2.5 update introduces the seriously fun Remix Decks feature that gives access to a comprehensive loop suite made up of 64 slots.  Each of the slots is able to hold loops, one-shot samples and even entire tracks, and with the potential control of up to four decks at a time, it offers digital DJs worldwide an entirely new set of creative possibilities.

Equipped with powerful looping facilities, flexible cueing, an incredible assortment of effects and the excitingly innovative Remix Decks feature, the new Native Instruments Traktor Pro 2 software will ensure your DJ sets getting the crowds screaming for gig after gig.

Due for release on May 30^th, the same day as new and exciting Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol F1 add-on controller, get ready to up your game with the latest DJ software that’ll see your workflow get more intuitive, more creative, and thanks to the unbelievable ease of use, a little more addictive too.

Don’t miss out; order yours now!

Call or email our expert digital DJ sales team today for more.