Continuing to shatter the boundaries of what is possible within the analog time-modulation domain, Mr. Black is proud to announce the all-new Mod.One - Analog Modulator. The Mod.One combines chorus, flanger and “high-band” flanger into a single compact pedal, readily capable of creating each effect independently, and further expanded by its ability to seamlessly morph between these processes on the fly, bridging the gaps between the classic, related modulation sounds, while affording all-new tones and possibilities.
Hand built and individually calibrated, the Mod.One also includes Click-Less relay true-bypass, six waveforms and precision tap-tempo, delivering premium analog modulation in a built-to-last compact and handsome package.
Key features:
• 100% analog signal path
• Wide range of LFO speeds
• Six waveforms
• Tap-Tempo
• Click-Less True-Bypass
• Powered by “Industry Standard” 9VDC
The Mod.One carries a MAP of $249.95 and is handmade, one-at-a-time in Portland, Oregon U.S.A. Available at: www.mrblackpedals.comand retailers worldwide.
Living up to its name, “Colossal,” this pickup set has more of everything. Play them softly and they deliver an unmatched airiness to the notes; play them aggressively and they will blow your hair back. These passive pickups are designed to effortlessly respond to soft touch, slap, or aggressive pick attack with ease.
As with our game changing Relentless™ pickups, we removed all the hard edges from the metal covers, and added an arch to the top contour, bringing the sensing coils closer to the middle strings. These improvements increase the string balance and overall dynamic range.
The Colossal™ pickups are a fully humbucking design and are completely shielded, making them a better choice for both recording and live shows. These pickups can be used with the coils in series, parallel, or split configurations, making multiple sounds easily achievable without the need for digital filters. The Colossal™ Bridge and Neck can easily be combined with active electronics.
Using a thick .09375” circuit board baseplate as the foundation, the Colossal™ pickups are simple to install and use our quick connect cable system. The soapbar shaped (EMG40® sized, 37.75mm x 101.25mm) pickups incorporate Neodymium magnets, producing significantly more output and dynamic range than traditional active or passive pickups. To improve the balance when both pickups are used together, we made the bridge position pickup louder than the neck position pickup. When the pickups are blended, you get a better volume match.
Colossal™ pickups have a richly detailed mid-range that growls, delivering notes with definition and openness, and they work well with dropped tunings. The highs are present and precise without harshness, and the lows are thunderous and tight, like the footsteps of a giant.
Available in Nickel, Gold, or Matte Black finishes.
Band Industries has unveiled Roadie 4, the latest generation of the company’s innovative automatic tuners.
Designed for fast, reliable tuning for nearly any instrument with geared pegs, the new tuner is built from the ground up with enhanced accuracy and usability. Roadie 4 delivers a smoother, faster, and more reliable tuning experience. With revamped algorithms and upgraded audio circuitry, it offers excellent noise immunity and pinpoint tuning accuracy, whether you're tuning on stage, in a noisy rehearsal room, or at home.
Key new features include:
Completely reengineered algorithms and audio circuitry for superior tuning accuracy and better performance in noisy environments
Larger 1.9" full color LCD screen with over twice the display area for greater visibility when tuning
New intuitive scroll wheel for lightning fast selection and navigation
Auto detect feature: In previous models, Roadie tuned your instrument in a fixed sequence lowest to highest string or required manual string selection. Now, just pluck any string. Roadie 4 will automatically detect which string you are on, tune it precisely, and notify you when it is in tune with a vibration and audible beep
Redesigned peg connector to accommodate a wider range of larger and smaller pegs
Improved ergonomics: Taller build, anti slip backing, and a more natural, secure grip
Band Industries introduced the original Roadie Tuner in 2014, followed by the breakout Roadie 2 in 2017 and the powerful Roadie 3 in 2020. Roadie 4 builds on that legacy and provides even better performance.
From electric and acoustic guitars to mandolins, ukuleles, banjos, and more, Roadie 4 tunes almost any instrument with geared pegs. It also winds new strings quickly and accurately, making string changes a breeze.
Roadie 4 is available for street price of $139. For more information visit roadiemusic.com.
Cory Wong and Mitarotonda go deep on jambands, feeling misunderstood, and more.
Sound the alarms, tell your neighbors, hire a banner plane: Wong Notes is back. Cory Wong’s beloved podcast returns after a healthy break, and this exciting comeback episode features Wong in conversation with Goose’s Rick Mitarotonda.
The Connecticut rock band’s guitarist and vocalist talks through the band’s origins and position in the jam-band and broader music scenes, and Wong and Mitarotonda debate an ancient, critical question: Can jam bands actually write great songs?
The duo talk through their philosophies on recording, staying sharp on your instrument, all-star moments and standout players in the jam community, and feeling misunderstood as an artist. Like a good jam set, there are plenty of rich tangents, fascinating rabbit holes, and unexpected insights, so tune in and keep your ears open.
At Blackstar, we believe great tone should be ready whenever inspiration strikes. That’s why we created BEAM SOLO — the most immersive, intuitive headphone amp on the market today. Whether you’re jamming at home, on the move, or just grabbing ten minutes of play time between everything else, BEAM SOLO gives you pro-level sound with complete creative freedom — wherever you are.
Designed for electric, acoustic and bass guitars, BEAM SOLO fits in your hand, plugs straight into your headphones, and delivers the sound and feel of a real amp. You can shape your tone directly on the unit using the tactile SpeedDial and Light Beam Display, which give instant visual feedback with no menus to navigate. Or you can take full control through the BEAM app, where a growing library of professional-grade amp, cab, mic and pedal models is waiting. Combined with our patented ISF, you can access an infinite number of tonal possibilities to explore, enjoy and create with.
With our unique and immersive ‘In The Room’ technology, we’ve made the headphone experience feel alive — like a real amp, in a real space. Every note resonates with depth and presence, making even silent practice inspiring. A single expressive control called XpressFX lets you control multi-layered effects in real time, with smooth transitions that feel natural when adjusting. We’ve also added a headset mic input with studio-quality preamps and reverb, so you can truly immerse yourself with both guitar and vocals wherever you are, and jam along to your favourite tracks seamlessly via Bluetooth audio.
In addition to the authentic Blackstar amp models, BEAM SOLO also includes Ampton – our collection of classic software amplifiers, designed at Blackstar HQ in Northampton UK – home to our world-class R&D department. Built on decades of experience in both valve and digital amplifier design, Ampton fuses authentic valve character with advanced digital algorithms, developed by a design team with a unique technical heritage. The name itself is drawn from Northampton, reflecting the roots of our engineers and the history behind the company.
Ampton designs are more than just static profiles, they are the result of meticulous design, testing and optimisation – component by component, sector by sector. Starting with Blackstar founder Bruce Keir’s original digital models of our legendary Series One valve amplifiers, every element has been refined over decades. This dedication extends to the tiniest tonal interactions, from cathode follower behaviour to the modelling of preamp DC offsets, ensuring unmatched realism, tone and feel.
Another unique aspect of the Ampton designs are the completely accurate tone-stack models. These retain the exact interactivity between controls as the valve amp references, to deliver musicality and interactivity that a mere “capture” snapshot cannot. The power amplifier models go beyond traditional emulation, recreating the true interplay between valves, output transformers and speakers.
Our method blends deep analysis and literally hundreds of hours of critical listening. AB sonic tests are matched with precise electrical analysis, while the design team use their decades of voicing expertise. Every nuance is considered while intelligent optimisation results in elegant algorithms with extremely low latency.
If you head over to the BEAM app, you’ll find Official Artist Patches to explore from an ever growing list of all-stars including Doug Aldrich (The Dead Daisies), Gus G. (Firewind), Will Sergeant (Echo & The Bunnymen) and many more. You can join in the fun and share your own tones on the online community and download other creators’ patches within a vibrant global community of players just like you. You can even share your favourite patches over message to your friends with just a simple tap.
Within the ‘Music’ section of the app, you’ll find a host of backing tracks and video lessons to make sure that you can stay inspired and continue your learning journey. The BEAM SOLO is a complete one-stop solution for guitar players today.
We designed BEAM SOLO to give every guitarist the freedom to play and create anywhere, instantly, and without compromise. Whether you’re shaping your sound with a twist of the SpeedDial or diving deep into your rig choices via the app, it always feels intuitive and immersive. You can record vocals, jam with backing tracks, or just enjoy the feel of a cranked valve amp in your headphones — all from a device that fits in your pocket.
We’re constantly adding new sounds and features to the BEAM app, so your rig evolves with you. With ISF, XpressFX, SpeedDial, Light Beam Display and community connectivity, BEAM SOLO gives you the tools to stay inspired, have fun and sound incredible — wherever you are.