Music SuperDisc: High Definition Surround Sound, High Definition Stereo SUPERDISC FEATURES High Definition Surround – Mastered for today’s 5.1 home theater systems to bring out more character and discreet instrumentation. In The Band Surround Experience – 1.54 Mbps DTS 96/24 and Dolby 448kbps 48/16, sounds like you are at a live session. High Definition Stereo – Audiophile Mastered PCM Stereo Tracks Also includes the original 2-channel stereo CD. High Definition Digital Music Files ready to Drag and Drop Dolby Headphone Surround for virtual surround sound from MP3 Players 2 Bonus Tracks Winner of Best Surround Mix Grammy One Of The Greatest Artists Makes One Of The Greatest Albums Winner of 8 Grammy’s including Album of the Year, Genius Loves Company is one of the most amazing records ever made. Accompanied by 14 other superstar artists and mostly recorded in Ray’s original studio, the performance created hit songs like Crazy Love with Van Morrison, You Don’t Know Me with Diana Krall, and Here We Go Again with Norah Jones. And now, Monster Music brings you a limited edition Genius Loves Company with two bonus tracks featuring vocal group Take 6 and the Latin great Poncho Sanchez. Geniuses Sound Even Better On SuperDisc Besides the stereo disc included for your CD player or car stereo, Monster Music brings you Ray Charles in full High Definition Surround Sound on a SuperDisc for your DVD player. Better than normal stereo, music in surround puts you right in the middle of the music. It’s exciting, moving, and the way the artists intended you to hear it. And for audiophiles, there are High Definition Stereo tracks in 96K/24bit lossless audio. SuperDisc Gives A Surround Experience From Your iPod Direct from the master recordings are High Definition Digital Music files ready to download to any computer or portable music player that supports WMA (Windows), or AAC (Apple, iPod). Even better are Dolby Headphone music files that simulate surround sound through any pair of headphone.

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ACID Pro 5 continues to break new ground in loop-based music composition. Novices can use it for basic loop-based composition drawing on the enormous talent of the loop-based creators to assemble a song by painting loops on the timeline. Musicians can augment existing loops by recoding their own loops, or by using it to create entire tracks that don’t loop.This Instant series guide uses carefully detailed screenshots and step-by-step directions to detail how you can use ACID in a concise, time-efficient way. Beginning with a review of the fundamental concepts, you get a complete guide to loop-based music including advanced looping techniques, methods to create your own loops, as well as a grab bag full of valuable tips and tricks. Beyond looping, you learn how to: customize the interface to your preferences, work with a video tracks, beatmap to remix, fix tempo drift, or create new tracks, use Groove Quantization to improve rhythmic timing, achieve an efficient workflow with the Media Manager, record digital audio and MIDI, sync ACID with other software programs, apply effects plug-ins, mix for optimal effect, and master and burn the final project. A complete guide for novice and intermediate users of Sony ACID software, Instant ACID demonstrates how ACID interfaces with nonlinear video editing systems.

SACD-quality D/A converter, audiophile-grade analog audio circuits, gold plated digital outputs Want elegant proof that Marantz has never forgotten the audiophile? Just take a look at the CD5004 single disc CD player. It delivers that signature Marantz combination of superb audio performance, refined cosmetics, and surprising flexibility. With circuitry refinements and parts selection directly traceable to our Reference Series and convenience features that make it ideal for both playing and learning music, the CD5004 is all you need to fully appreciate your favorite artists. Handles all your favorite music discs The CD5004 plays CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs ? even those containing MP3 and WMA music files ? in addition to CD-standard PCM tracks. CD Text Capability Not only will the CD5004 read CD Text data from encoded discs, it will also display tagged MP3 and WMA data to help identify the disc and its contents more accurately. Cirrus Logic CS4392 D/A Converters This SACD-quality D/A converter features ideal linearity, no distortion due to resistor matching errors, no performance drift over time and temperature, and high tolerance to excessive clock jitter (time-domain irregularities) sometimes produced by other digital stages. In other words, the CS 4392 offers spectacular sound quality that remains constant regardless of its environment. The CD5004 brings this superb performance within the reach of almost everyone. Audiophile-grade Analog Audio Circuits Symmetrical Signal Paths: The CD5004′s circuits have stereo signal paths that are short and direct as well as being virtually reverse-mirrors of each other. This approach improves stereo imaging significantly. HDAM-SA2: A Marantz exclusive for high performance audio Marantz’s proprietary Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Modules, originally developed for Marantz Reference Series components, outperform conventional op amps (operational amplifiers) in both response speed and reduced noise level. They result in a more dynamic, accurate, and detailed sound. The CD5002 uses the HDAM-SA2 version. Sophisticated Aluminum/Glass-reinforced resin front panel The front panel’s central aluminum portion shields internal circuitry. The glass-reinforced resin adds cosmetic appeal as it can be easily and precisely molded. In addition, this advanced material adds increased impact resistance and vibration isolation, higher rigidity, and heat resistance. Current-buffered headphone output The CD5004′s current buffer design isolates the disc player’s analog output stage from the headphone amplifier itself. It thus prevents the headphone amp from ?loading? the output stage and interfering with optimal operation. Marantz’s current buffer design exhibits near-perfect linearity regardless of signal amplitude. In addition, the output response is instantaneous regardless of the input signal’s speed. Variable pitch control and Quick Replay Function Here’s the ideal solution for any aspiring musician who’s trying to emulate a favorite track. Rather than retune an instrument, simply raise or lower the pitch of the CD itself by up to 12% in 1% steps. What did your favorite artist just do? Find out by pushing the remote’s ?Q Replay? button to repeat the last 10 seconds of the current track. Push it twice to repeat the last 20 seconds and so on for up to 60 seconds of Quick Replay. Audio EX mode Audio EX lets you bypass the CD5004 convenience features like pitch control, digital outputs and display to give you super-quiet performance. Gold plated output, coaxial and optical digital outputs In addition to adding a touch of elegance, gold plating reduces corrosion and enhances the connector’s conductivity. IR Flasher input Connect the CD5004 to other components in your home entertainment system and enjoy system-wide remote control capability. Or slide the switch to ?Internal? to use the remote controller supplied with your CD5004. IEC320 (2 pin) type AC input with Detachable Power Cord The CD5004 uses the industry-standard IEC connector for positive connection to your AC line and long-term reliability. The detachable AC cord allows much simpler connection to your AC source, especially when you’ve placed your CD5004 in a cabinet or other limited access area.

Superior Sound, Washable, Secure Fit, Waterproof Sealed Housing iSport Immersion: The Athlete’s Headphone by MonsterFor those serious about their game or their workout, Monster delivers the ultimate high-performance sport headphone. iSport Immersion was designed to meet the specific demands of today’s top athletes. It’s rugged, sweatproof and totally machine washable. The Pro Sound Isolating Eartips ensure an impenetrable seal blocking out water and leaving in that deep, pulse-pounding sound.Whether you’re running, biking, or snowboarding, you’ll go further and never lose focus, thanks to iSport’s revolutionary in-ear SportClip design. Secure and comfortable, it won’t fall out or get in the way of your goggles, glasses or helmet.If music is what moves you, iSport Immersion is the ultimate motivator. Its advanced in-ear speaker and MicroStrand Conductors turn your tunes into pure audio adrenaline. Powerful, clear and full of detail, you’re in the zone. Go ahead and dominate.Advanced In-Ear Speaker Design with OmniTipDelivers true Monster-quality sound while the OmniTip swivel nozzle and patented SportClip provide a no-fail fit worthy of your toughest workout.Proprietary Waterproof Sealed HousingBeach. Mountains. Take your iSport headphones anywhere including the laundry room. It’s washable!MicroStrand ConductorsListen to your tunes reproduced in dramatic detail. With iSport, you’ll go the distance without ever missing a beat.Magnetic Flux Tube TechnologyThe same technology found in Monster’s best speaker cables are now in the ultimate sports headphone. 24K Gold-Plated ContactsAttractive and anti-corrosive for maximum audio signal. From now on, your favorite tracks will sound as good as gold. Convenient Right Angle JackMove freely with your tangle-resistant cord and jack safely out of the way.Protective Clasp PouchTuck away your earphones when finished and carry them easily.Pro Sound Isolating EartipsMultiple sizes and shapes for the perfect fit blocking out sweat and noise so you can always focus on winning.ControlTalk On-Cable MicTake the call without stopping iSport comes with convenient, hands-free calling for your iPhone or smartphone.What’s in the box:- iSport Immersion headphones- 4 pairs of multiple-sized SportClips and Eartips- Protective spring-clasp pouch

Break Into Today’s Music SceneElectronic musicians, rockers, rappers, and regular folks use Reason virtual studio software to create and self-record studio-quality music on PCs and Macs. “Introducing Reason 4″ shows you how to harness all the tools of this popular package to produce your own professional sound.Veteran studio engineer and professional musician Cliff Truesdell explains everything you need to get going–from Reason’s full array of virtual instruments, effects, and functions to priceless inside-the-studio insights and tips you can use to start creating original pieces right away. You’ll also come away with useful skills you can apply in any studio session, whether digital or analog.Take a tour of Reason’s interface, instruments, and effectsRecord and sequence complete drum tracks with the Redrum drum samplerUse Reason’s NN-XT and NN-19 samplers to create instruments from any original sound source you wishGet a close-up look at each of Reason’s synthesizers, including how they can be used to create and shape a limitless range of soundsBlend loops, effects, and samples–then mix and export your resultsTake advantage of Reason’s incredible routing options to create your own original combinations of instruments and effectsLearn about MIDI recording and how Reason uses MIDI to create and sequence performancesExplore new devices such as the Thor Polysonic Synthesizer, the ReGroove mixer, and the RPG-8 monophonic arpeggiator

MP PRO-2000: For Professional, High Performance Hookup of Digital and Analog Components to AC Power for Studio and Live Sound Connected Equipment Surge protection featuring 3 Isolated Clean Power Filters with Dual Power-Status Digital Meters, 12 Wide-Spaced Outlets Studio Network Protection. Perfect for the pro musician. Monster Clean Power Stage 2 v2.0 filtering for high quality sound. Dual-Mode Plus protection provides audible and visual alarm for maximum protection and performance. Dual digital LED meters indicate available voltage and current draw. 12 switched outlets for power hungry equipment are color-coded for error free connections. 2775 joule rating provides high level of surge protection. Heavy-duty, extra long high current 10 ft. Monster PowerLine 200 cable for maximum power transfer. Rugged, rubberized end caps and cable grip plug designed for easy cable management and transport. 24k gold-plated grounded plug for maximum conductivity. 4.5 w X 20 l X 2.5 h – 5.4 lbs. Dirty Power Exists Whether You Hear it or Not Whether youre gigging, laying down tracks or mixing, the AC power feeding your gear is full of interference and line disturbances that youll hear loud and clearannoying clicks, buzzes and hums. And although you may not hear it immediately, dirty power can also cause loss of dynamic range, a harsher sounding mix, and increased noise floor that can transform your tube-warm tone into a transistorized sonic nightmare that can ruin every song in a set or destroy an otherwise perfect studio take. With Monster Clean Power, Youll Always Sound Your Best The Monster Clean Power Circuitry uses patented filters to dramatically reduce electronic noise on the power line. With Clean Power, youll enjoy purer, more natural tone and increased dynamic range, so youll always sound your bestonstage and in the studio. Prevent Catastrophic Damage to Your Sensitive Music and Recording Gear from AC Electrical Surges Like personal computers, the sensitive electronics inside your equipment can be easily damaged or destroyed by the surges and spikes common with power lines today. The problem is even worse if you live in an area plagued by lightning or power blackouts. Extremely high voltage can travel through an unstable power line at any timemid-set on any stage or mid-take in any studio sessionseriously damaging or even destroying your precious gear. The Monster Power PRO 1000 features extreme protection with 2775 joules of metal oxidized varistor protection for limiting surge voltage and current no matter where your music takes you. More Than Just a Surge Protector We dont just stop with surge. Clearly labeled sockets differentiate between the Analog, Digital and High Current filters, allowing you to organize your connected gear for easy hookup while also optimizing its performance. That saves a lot of aggravation when you are behind your equipment rack trying to find the right plug. And unlike regular power strips that always come up just a little too short, youll appreciate PRO 1000s extra heavy duty longer length cord, which features gold-plated contacts for maximum power transfer, just like you expect in a Monster Power product. You Get More of Everything from The Monster.

Superior Sound, Washable, Secure Fit, Waterproof Sealed Housing iSport Immersion: The Athlete’s Headphone by MonsterFor those serious about their game or their workout, Monster delivers the ultimate high-performance sport headphone. iSport Immersion was designed to meet the specific demands of today’s top athletes. It’s rugged, sweatproof and totally machine washable. The Pro Sound Isolating Eartips ensure an impenetrable seal blocking out water and leaving in that deep, pulse-pounding sound.Whether you’re running, biking, or snowboarding, you’ll go further and never lose focus, thanks to iSport’s revolutionary in-ear SportClip design. Secure and comfortable, it won’t fall out or get in the way of your goggles, glasses or helmet.If music is what moves you, iSport Immersion is the ultimate motivator. Its advanced in-ear speaker and MicroStrand Conductors turn your tunes into pure audio adrenaline. Powerful, clear and full of detail, you’re in the zone. Go ahead and dominate.Advanced In-Ear Speaker Design with OmniTipDelivers true Monster-quality sound while the OmniTip swivel nozzle and patented SportClip provide a no-fail fit worthy of your toughest workout.Proprietary Waterproof Sealed HousingBeach. Mountains. Take your iSport headphones anywhere including the laundry room. It’s washable!MicroStrand ConductorsListen to your tunes reproduced in dramatic detail. With iSport, you’ll go the distance without ever missing a beat.Magnetic Flux Tube TechnologyThe same technology found in Monster’s best speaker cables are now in the ultimate sports headphone. 24K Gold-Plated ContactsAttractive and anti-corrosive for maximum audio signal. From now on, your favorite tracks will sound as good as gold. Convenient Right Angle JackMove freely with your tangle-resistant cord and jack safely out of the way.Protective Clasp PouchTuck away your earphones when finished and carry them easily.Pro Sound Isolating EartipsMultiple sizes and shapes for the perfect fit blocking out sweat and noise so you can always focus on winning.ControlTalk On-Cable MicTake the call without stopping iSport comes with convenient, hands-free calling for your iPhone or smartphone.What’s in the box:- iSport Immersion headphones- 4 pairs of multiple-sized SportClips and Eartips- Protective spring-clasp pouch

Where did American literature start? The familiar story of Emerson and Thoreau has them setting up shop in Concord, Massachusetts, and determining the course of American writing. West of Emerson overhauls this story of origins as it shifts the context for these literary giants from the civilized East to the wide-open spaces of the Louisiana Purchase. Kris Fresonke tracks down the texts by explorers of the far West that informed Nature, Emerson’s most famous essay, and proceeds to uncover the parodic Western politics at play in classic New England works of Romanticism. Westerns, this book shows, helped create “Easterns.”West of Emerson roughs up genteel literary history: Fresonke argues for a fresh mix of American literature, one based on the far reaches of American territory and American literary endeavor. Reading into the record the unexplored writings of Lewis and Clark, Zebulon Pike, Stephen Long, and William Emory, Fresonke forges surprising connections between the American West and the American visions emanating from the neighborhood of Walden Pond. These connections open a new view of the politics–and, by way of the notion of “design,” the theological lineage–of manifest destiny. Finally, Fresonke’s book shows how the cast of the American canon, no less than the direction of American politics, came to depend on what design one placed on the continent.

75 watts of output power, per channel Denon’s AVR-589 surround sound receiver features the latest high definition video connectivity, including dual HDMI latest specification v1.3a inputs and HDMI output that provides up to 1080p resolution pass-through. The AVR-589 features a precision 32 bit floating point DSP processor for optimum surround sound fidelity, a technology normally only found on much more expensive components. Each of the five equal power amplifier channels features 75 watts of output, able to drive the widest variety of home theater speaker systems. The AVR-589 also features Audyssey MultEQ in-room multi-point analysis that measures the in-room response at up to six different listening positions, and then fine-tunes the response for the smoothest, most natural-sounding tonal balance. And, the AVR-589 is among the first to include Audyssey’s remarkable new Dynamic Volume processing, which eliminates jarring volume shifts between TV shows and commercials, as well as Audyssey Dynamic EQ to ensure rich bass and smooth tonal balance, even at low volume levels. As well, the AVR-589 features media network connectivity (via optional ASD-3N/3W) bringing music and photos from your collection to your home theater system. In addition, the AVR-589 includes iPod connectivity (via optional ASD-1R/3N/3W), along with our exclusive new Compressed Audio Restorer technology that revitalizes portable audio tracks.