UpBeat Daily Day 1 2025

UBD January 23, 2025

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Gator Cables Channel Vintage Feel Cableworks, a division of Gator Co., has expanded its Backline series with six braid- ed instrument cables. Available in 10- and 20-foot lengths, these cables combine reli- able signal transmission with a distinctive braided design that adds a unique visual ele- ment to any setup. ductor and copper spiral shielding to pro- vide a clear signal and eliminate interfer- ence. The low capacitance minimizes signal loss and supports wider audible frequencies, providing a richer, uncolored tone. $ Gator Co. (gatorco.com) Algam Exclusively Distributes Lag in U.S. Algam USA, the U.S. arm of European music products distributor, Algam, has announced an exclusive partnership with Lag Guitars. With this partnership, Algam USA will bring Lag’s full range of instru- ments — including the Tramontane, Sauvage, Smart and Escapade series — to U.S. musicians through a network of dealers. For more than 40 years, Lag Guitars have epitomized French craftsmanship. Each series from Lag brings its own distinct sound and style, designed to inspire musicians across all genres. The Tramontane series is the flagship line from Lag Guitars, embodying the spir- it of Southern France, the birthplace of Lag Guitars. The Sauvage series has introduced a bold approach to sustainability with a range of eco-friendly guitars. The Smart series is Lag’s answer to the modern musician’s need for innovation and versatility. i Algam USA (algamusa.com)

Boss Expands Tube Amp Possibilities Boss’ new Waza Tube Amp Expander Core concentrates the power of its prede- cessor, the Waza Tube Amp Expander, to unlock the full potential of tube amps. A wealth of practical and creative fea- tures awaits Waza Tube Amp Expander Core users. Its selectable reactive load circuitry (combo and stack) natural- ly reflects the tube amp’s inherent charac- teristics, ensuring an authentic sound and response whether using line out or speak- er connections. For recording, the Waza Tube Amp Expander Core delivers studio-grade per- formance. The mix assist function pro- vides optimal sound for recording, mix- ing and mastering, while the air feel feature adds natural ambience and dimension. The unit’s 32 cabinet emulations — including Celestion Digital mic’d IRs — and 64 user IR slots supporting high-resolution WAV files ensure pristine audio quality. $ Boss (boss.info)

Push the Boundaries Distributor of virtual instruments and audio processing software ILIO and glob- al leader in multi-vector acoustic instru- ment emulations Audio Modeling have released Ambiente, a Room Simulator plu- gin. Known for pushing the boundaries of realism with SWAM instruments, Audio Modeling now enters the realm of effects processing, applying its advanced model- ing expertise to simulate a complete acous- tic environment. With Ambiente, users can now place any sound source — whether a SWAM instrument, a sampled sound or a recorded track — into a shared, immersive space that elevates production to new lev- els of cohesion and realism. Following the launch of SWAM String Sections just over a year ago, Audio Modeling has raised the bar with Ambiente. Initially developed as a room simulation feature within SWAM String Sections, this technology is now available as a standalone plugin. $ ILIO (ilio.com)

The Backline series braided instrument cables feature classic 0.25-inch straight-to- right-angle connectors for a secure connec- tion and a durable 6.5-millimeter braid- ed jacket that delivers a retro aesthetic. Players can choose between three color combinations: black and black, black and grey, or brown and yellow. Each cable has a 23-gauge, 99.99% oxygen-free copper con-

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