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Tobias bass guitars, beloved by bass players for nearly half a century, are back with the all-new Tobias Original Collection.
Built for unrivaled articulation, low-end punch, and exceptional ergonomics, the all-new Tobias Original Collection comprises an array of six four and five-string bass models all offered in both right and left-handed orientations. The Tobias range features Classic, Killer B, and Growler models, and each is equipped with high-quality hardware from Babicz and Gotoh, active electronics from Bartolini, and the iconic Tobias asymmetrical neck design. Crafted from the finest tonewoods, Tobias Original Collection bass guitars are now available worldwide on Gibson.com, at the Gibson Garage locations, and at authorized Gibson dealers.
The bass world has been clamoring for the return of the authentic, high-end Tobias basses, and now, Tobias has returned. Combining the look and tone of the finest exotic tonewoods, such as quilted maple, royal paulownia, purpleheart, sapele, walnut, ebony, and wenge, with the feel of the famous Tobias Asym asymmetrical neck and the eye-catching shapes of the perfectly balanced contoured bodies, Tobias basses are attractive in look and exceptional in playing feel. However, their sonic versatility is what makes them so well suited to the needs of modern bassists. The superior tone from the exotic hardwoods, premium hardware, and active Bartolini® pickups and preamps results in basses with the tonal flexibility that today’s players require. Don’t settle for less than a bass that delivers everything you want and need –the look, the feel, and the sound, Tobias.
“I’m thrilled to release Tobias basses, emphasizing the use of exotic woods, ergonomics, and authenticity to the original Tobias basses,” says Aljon Go, Product Development Manager for Tobias, Epiphone, and Kramer. “This revival is a dream come true, blending modern craftsmanship with the timeless essence of Tobias.”
“It’s amazing to see this icon of the bass world return,” adds Andrew Ladner, Brand Manager for Epiphone and Kramer. “These models are truly a bass player’s bass, and true to the DNA that makes Tobias world-class—the ace up the sleeve of bass players around the globe since 1978. Today’s players can find that unique voice and feel that only Tobias can offer.”
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Get premium spring reverb tones in a compact and practical format with the Carl Martin HeadRoom Mini. Featuring two independent reverb channels, mono and stereo I/O, and durable metal construction, this pedal is perfect for musicians on the go.
The Carl Martin HeadRoom Mini is a digital emulation of the beloved HeadRoom spring reverb pedal, offering the same warm, natural tone—plus a little extra—in a more compact and practical format. It delivers everything from subtle room ambiance to deep, cathedral-like reverberation, making it a versatile addition to any setup.
With two independent reverb channels, each featuring dedicated tone and level controls, you can easily switch between two different reverb settings - for example, rhythm and lead. The two footswitches allow seamless toggling between channels or full bypass.
Unlike the original HeadRoom, the Mini also includes both mono and stereo inputs and outputs, providing greater flexibility for stereo rigs. Built to withstand the rigors of live performance, it features a durable metal enclosure, buffered bypass for signal integrity, and a remote jack for external channel switching.
Key features
- Two independent reverb channels with individual tone and level controls
- Mono and stereo I/O for versatile routing options
- Buffered bypass ensures a strong, clear signal
- Rugged metal construction for durability
- Remote jack for external channel switching
- Compact and pedalboard-friendly design
HeadRoom Mini brings premium spring reverb tones in a flexible and space-savingformat—perfect for any musician looking for high-quality, studio-grade reverb on the go.
You can purchase HeadRoom Mini for $279 directly from carlmartin.com and, of course, also from leading music retailers worldwide.
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Handwired in Hollywood with NOS components, these pedals deliver classic tones reminiscent of iconic rock albums. Get authentic vintage tone with modern reliability.
Rock N’ Roll Relics, known for crafting beautifully aged guitars, is stepping into the world of guitar effects with two new stompboxes: The StingerBoost and The Stinger Drive. True to the brand’s vintage aesthetic and rock ‘n’ roll spirit, these pedals are handwired in Hollywood and built to look, feel, and sound like they’ve been gigged for decades.
The Stinger Boost: This single-transistor boost features a Dallas Rangemaster-style circuit, with a NOS (New Old Stock) Fairchild Silicon transistor and a NOS Sanyo Germanium transistor. The circuit is modified beyond a typical Rangemaster to provide wider bandwidth for more of a full-range, mid-focused boost. The rest of its small components are all high-quality NOS, sourced from 1970s stockpiles. It’s completely hardwired and uses vintage-style clothwire, including a true bypass footswitch switch.
The Stinger Boost delivers classic midrange honk that cuts through any mix. Its switchable silicon and germanium circuit lets you dial in everything from glassy bite to warm, vintages aturation. The germanium mode provides a smooth and warm boost, and the silicon circuit delivers a brighter, hard-edged push. The pedal’s single Boost knob offers everything from a subtle push to a full-on vintage-style gain boost. Think back to the classic lead tones of theBeano album, the melodies of Queen, and the blues shredding of Rory Gallagher: that’s what you’re getting with the Stinger Boost – capable of over 30dB of gain with a midrange bump.
The Stinger Drive: Inspired by the iconic MXR Distortion+ and DOD250 pedals, the StingerDrive features Volume and Gain controls to dial in rich, midrange-forward drive with a smoother high end than traditional circuits. Built using a mix of NOS and modern components, this pedal delivers sought-after vintage tone with modern reliability.
The Stinger Drive features an LM741 asymmetrical hard clipping circuit utilizing a germanium diode and silicon transistor, pushing forward loads of even-order harmonic distortion. It provides more volume than a vintage overdrive and also more gain which, at its maximum, stands on the knife’s edge of oscillation for really hairy tones.
Combining old-school looks with modern reliability, each Rock N’ Roll Relics pedal is hand-agedand uniquely relic’d, making it look like it has spent 30 years on the road. Open one up, andyou’ll see true vintage-style wiring, with all components on full display—just like they did back inthe day.
- NOS transistors & hand-selected components for authentic vintage tone
- 9-volt operation via external power supply or on board battery
- Individually hand-aged enclosures for a one-of-a-kind look
- True bypass switching
The Rock N’ Roll Relics Stinger Boost carries a $279 street price and the Stinger Drive carries a $289 street price. They’re available from Rock N’ Roll Relics dealers and direct from RockNRollRelics.net.
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Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.Designed to preserve Jazzmaster charm while eliminating unwanted noise, these pickups combine classic aesthetics with cutting-edge technology.
Designed and crafted by SeymourDuncan’s VP of Engineering Kevin Beller, these Jazzmaster pickups employ a patent-pending triple-coil system. With two outer coils canceling hum while an inner coil captures the unmistakable Jazzmaster sound, they offer pure, authentic vintage tone with plenty of punch and warmth, but with absolutely no hum.
Plus, the visible Alnico 5 pole pieces maintain the classic Jazzmaster look, so you get hum-free sound with an unaltered, vintage feel.
Enjoy the classic offset sound with a warm, punchy Jazzmaster neck tone and a bright and tight Jazzmaster® bridge sound with plenty of snap. Our Vintage Jazzmaster Silencer pickups are a drop-in replacement for any Jazzmaster®-sized pickups. Perfect for surf-inspired riffs, shimmering indie textures, modern pedal-driven explorations, and more, the Seymour Duncan Vintage Jazzmaster® Silencer pickups maintain bold presence without interference—just pure sonic clarity.
The Vintage Jazzmaster Silencer is a noiseless pickup that retains the bright, punchy neck tone and tight, snappy bridge sound that defines the Jazzmaster. Clean or overdriven, the Vintage Jazzmaster Silencer's vintage-voiced tone is perfect for shimmering indie textures, surf-inspired riffs, and modern pedal-driven explorations. No more hum holding you back—just the pure, classic Jazzmaster® tone you love.
The Hot Jazzmaster Silencer neck pickup has a crisp, full-bodied tone, adding extra warmth in the low end, while the bridge pickup brings sharp definition and sustain for solos that cut through any mix. Designed as a drop-in replacement for any Jazzmaster-sized pickups, this noiseless set lets you dive into gritty surf riffs, glimmering melodies, grungy fuzzed-out rock, reverb-drenched shoegaze, and beyond. With boosted output and zero hum, it’s everything you love about the Jazzmaster, amped up.
The Hot Jazzmaster Silencer pickups offer iconic Jazzmaster tone with powerful output and zero hum. Their patent-pending triple-coil design cuts unwanted noise while enhancing the rich, gritty Jazzmaster sound. Enjoy clear, punchy highs and warm, solid lows, perfect for distortion or clean tones. Get the classic Jazzmaster sound with boosted output—without the hum.