ERNIE BALL 50TH ANNIVERSARY STINGRAY SPECIAL
Ernie Ball Music Man has introduced the 50th Anniversary StingRay Special, marking five decades of the StingRay bass with two limited-edition finishes. Liquid Gold is limited to 50 hand-numbered instruments worldwide with a reflective gold pickguard, while Molten Gold is limited to 300 instruments and features a metallic gold finish on the body and headstock. Both models include an ebony fretboard with gold face dot inlays and glow-in-the-dark side markers, a roasted figured maple neck, gold hardware with a 50th Anniversary-stamped bridge, and ship in a deluxe hardshell case with a certificate of authenticity. {music-man.com}
AUDIO & RECORDING
FLIGHT UKULELES FLIGHT AVIATOR Flight Ukuleles’ Aviator is a new uke model available in tenor and baritone sizes. The instrument features a solid mango top with solid okoume back and sides, producing a warm, reso- nant sound with notable sustain. Its slim body profile is designed for comfortable playability while still provid- ing the projection expected from a full-bodied instru- ment. The Aviator includes a rosewood fretboard, bone nut and saddle, and a gloss-finished black head- stock. Its construction em- phasizes clean lines, natu- ral materials, and balanced ergonomics, supported by the tonal qualities of mango and okoume. {flightmusic.com}
STRINGJOY JOEY LANDRETH ARTIST SIGNATURE STRINGS Stringjoy has collaborated with guitar virtuoso and frontman of the Bros. Landreth, Joey Landreth, to re- lease the Stringjoy Joey Landreth Artist Signature set. Stringjoy Joey Landreth Artist Signature strings were born of a decade-long collaboration between String- joy founder Scott Marquart and Landreth in which the two sought to formulate the perfect set for Landreth’s use of open tunings and hybrid slide technique. The result is the Joey Landreth Signature strings which feature gauges ranging from .019 to .056 (.019, .022 plain, .024 wound, .032, .044, .056). {stringjoy.com}
PRINT, MULTIMEDIA & GIFTS
HOWARD INSTRUMENT POLISH AXE-WAX Howard’s new Axe-Wax Instru- ment Polish is a food-grade wood care formula designed to
safely polish, condition and protect musical instruments. Made with
food-grade mineral oil, carnauba wax and beeswax, it removes fingerprints, light grime
and haze while enhancing natural wood tone and depth. The silicone-free formula leaves no sticky residue or buildup, mak- ing it safe for regular use on guitars, basses, violins and other wooden instruments. Made in the U.S., Howard Instrument Polish is ideal for musicians, technicians and luthiers seeking a gentle, professional-grade solution. {howardproducts.com}
GIFTS, DISPLAYS & ACCESSORIES
BAGS & CASES
TAYLOR GUITARS NEXT GENERATION GRAND AUDITORIUM MODELS
Taylor Guitars has expanded its Next Generation Grand Auditorium lineup, bringing its Action Control Neck, scalloped V-Class bracing, and Claria electronics to the 500, 600, 700, 900, Koa and Presentation Series. The move builds on the recent rollout across the 300, 400 and 800 Series, making these design upgrades standard across nine series in Taylor’s premium acoustic lineup. The updates deliver a richer, more expressive and more versatile playing experience, with easier setup adjustments, stronger low-end response, and improved live tone shaping. {taylorguitars.com}
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