Rockshop News
Photos from Avid Pro Tools Showcase RSS
Here are some photos from our recent Avid Pro Tools 10 Showcase at Backbeat in Auckland.
Uli Jon Roth – New Blackstar Endorsee RSS
- February 9th 2012
Blackstar Amplification are pleased to welcome Uli John Roth to the Blackstar artist roster. Uli is best known for his time in the Scorpions and is esteemed for his contribution to neo-classical metal and as the inventor of the highly unique ‘Sky Guitar’. Uli uses the Artisan 100 and Series One 200 in conjunction and powers the heads through Series One 4x12 cabinets.
Novation UltraNova: Passion Pit's Synth Sensation RSS
- February 6th 2012
- Novation
Passion Pit Test Drives Novation's UltraNova Synthesizer...
"Novation have done a great job with the UltraNova"
Rockshop & Audix 25th Anniversary Mic Competion Drawn RSS
Summer Rockshop & Audix USA 25th Anniversary Microphone Competition is Drawn...
Congratulations to Kaipara College in Hellensville, Auckland.
New Rockshop February 2012 Packages & Specials Here... RSS
- February 1st 2012
You can find a range of our latest Special and Package here...
Novation Remix // Rework Competition RSS
Novation have teamed up with Focusrite to host a massive Remix / Rework competition.
As well a chance to win $1400/£1000/€1200 of Focusrite, Novation & KRK gear - you also get your track in front of Brad Baloo; one half of DJ/production/songwriting duo The Nextmen.
New Range of Hofner Guitars RSS
- December 19th 2011
- Hofner
The Swinging Sixties are back at NZ Rockshops. We have a range of 60’s inspired Hofner guitars and basses AVAILABLE at selected Rockshops nationwide. George Harrison, Eric Clapton and Mark Knopfler all ignited their careers on Hofner guitars. Now you can too...
Roland SPD-SX - Just Landed RSS
- December 15th 2011
- Roland
FIRST SHIPMENT SOLD OUT. PRE-ORDER NOW FOR THE JANUARY SHIPMENT.
The new SPD-SX Sampling Pad puts powerful sample creation and playback under your sticks with innovative audio-capturing features, expressive playability, three multi-effects engines, and much more.
New Mic/Instrument Interface for iPad / iPhone / iPod Touch from TASCAM RSS
- December 12th 2011
- Tascam
This is a very cool product that allows you to easily interface your guitar or microphone directly into your iphone/ipad/ipod and use some of the hundreds of available recording apps. It even provides phantom power for condenser mics. This is an awesome product, and at only $79.95
Jeremy Corbett's Fender Custom Shop '57 Relic Stratocaster RSS
When well-known TV comedian and Radio DJ Jeremy ‘Corbie’ Corbett announced his retirement from Auckland’s MORE FM radio station after 18 years on air, he had no idea what his colleagues had in store for him.
Rockshop & Audix USA 25th Anniversary Silver Edition i5 Microphone Competition RSS
Win a Limited Edition 25th Anniversary Silver Coloured Audix i5 Instrument Microphone
Audix Vocal Microphone Technique, New Video Posted: Part 3 of 3 - the Proximity Effect RSS
- December 11th 2011
- Audix USA
New Video Posted: Audix Vocal Microphone Technique, Part 3 of 3
Ovation Elite T series – JUST ARRIVED RSS
- December 1st 2011
- Ovation
Check out these awesome guitars – arriving soon to a Rockshop near you!
Read MoreAudix Vocal Microphone Technique, New Video Posted: Part 2 of 3 - Controlling Dynamics RSS
- November 30th 2011
- Audix USA
New Video Posted: Audix Vocal Microphone Technique, Part 2 of 3
Wellington Rockshop has moved RSS
- November 28th 2011
Wellington Rockshop has moved to a custom fitted new location at 40 Cuba St, Wellington.
Free Casio G-Shock Watch with Selected Pioneer DJ Gear this Xmas! RSS
- November 28th 2011
We're giving away Casio G-Shock watched worth $279 with selected Pioneer DJ Gear this Xmas.....
Photos Gallery of our recent Serato Itch Showcase RSS
- November 28th 2011
- Novation , Rane / Serato , Pioneer Pro DJ , Numark
Here are some pics from our recent Serato Itch DJ Software Showcase...
FXPANSION SOFTWARE PRICE REDUCTION UNTIL XMAS! RSS
- November 28th 2011
- fxpansion
FXpansion Software Celebrating Christmas with Huge Savings...
Troy Sanders of Mastodon chooses Warwick Basses RSS
- November 25th 2011
Warwick is honoured and pleased to announce joining forces with one of the powerhouses of modern metal, Troy Sanders of Mastodon.
Win a Limited Edition Sonor S-Classix Rockshop 25th Anniversary Snare Drum RSS
- November 25th 2011
- Sonor
Purchase any Sonor product from a Rockshop store until the 31st January 2012 and automatically go into the draw to win a Limited Edition Sonor S-Classix Rockshop 25th Anniversary Snare Drum.
Ludwig Black Beauty Snare Drums - have landed RSS
- November 21st 2011
- Ludwig
One of the primary reasons Ludwig is “the most famous name on drums” is because of the legendary Black Beauty Snare Drum.
Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S2 Has Arrived! RSS
- November 16th 2011
- Native Instruments
After revolutionizing the all-in-one DJ controller with the wildly popular TRAKTOR KONTROL S4, Native Instruments is proud to announce TRAKTOR KONTROL S2 - the 2-deck, all-in-one system with serious pro credentials.
GEN 16 AE Cymbal System by Zildjian - coming soon RSS
- November 14th 2011
- Zildjian
Introducing Gen16 – a new generation of Intelligent Percussion.
Since 1623, the Zildjian family has established a reputation for creating the world’s finest cymbals and percussion accessories. It’s an art we’ve lovingly and meticulously passed down from generation to generation. Now, Zildjian is bringing you the world’s first generation of 21st century acoustic-electric percussion products. With Gen16, Zildjian has created a way to bring your music to life like never before.
Rotorua Rockshop Branch Manager Stikes Right Chord as Youth Football Coach RSS
- October 31st 2011
SOCCER MAD: Rotorua Rockshop's Daryl Cogger coaches five soccer teams in his spare time - and loves every minute of it.
Audix Vocal Microphone Technique, New Video Posted: Part 1 of 3 - Basic Do's & Don'ts RSS
- October 31st 2011
- Audix USA
New Video Posted: Audix Vocal Microphone Technique, Part 1 of 3
Free Sample Expansion Pack with any Native Instruments Maschine or Maschine Mikro RSS
- October 26th 2011
- Native Instruments
We have a gift for you...
Propellerhead Software Releases Recycle 2.2 Software Update RSS
- October 26th 2011
- Propellerhead
ReCycle 2.2 is a free update that brings is 64-bit compatibility, is Mac OS X Lion compatible, and has a new look and some workflow improvements.
Moog Music Debuts The Ladder, a Dynamic Transistor Ladder Filter RSS
- October 21st 2011
- Moog Music Inc
Moog Music, a North Carolina-based electronic musical instrument manufacturer, today announced the release of The Ladder, a Professional 500 Series Dynamic Ladder Filter based on Bob Moog's original ladder filter design.
Read MoreAvid Unveils New Pro Tools|HDX and Pro Tools 10 Software RSS
- October 20th 2011
- Avid
Avid have announced the all-new Pro Tools|HDX digital audio workstation and Pro Tools® 10 software, delivering greater performance, higher sound quality, and innovative new capabilities that set new standards for audio post and music production. Both are designed to provide the most capable, highest quality, scalable solutions to meet the evolving needs of the industry, and deliver better performance, faster workflows, and easier collaboration than ever for professional users.
Click here for info on the Launch Events and more...
Moog Music Announces Animoog Instrument App for iPad RSS
- October 18th 2011
- Moog Music Inc
Moog Music today announced the release of Animoog, the World’s first professional polyphonic synthesizer designed for Apple’s iPad. For a 30-day, limited-time price of only $.99, professional musicians, hobbyists and music fans alike can have access to Moog’s newest, groundbreaking synthesizer technology.
Sabian Introduces Players Choice for 2012 RSS
- October 18th 2011
- Sabian
Traditionally, drum companies spend vast sums of time and money on product development so that they can tell drummers what to like – and what to play. In 2012, Sabian will turn this paradigm completely on its head.
Numark Announces N4, a New Four-Channel DJ Controller with Mixer RSS
- September 29th 2011
- Numark
The N4 DJ controller delivers four channels of control plus the ability to use time-coded vinyl.
Zildjian Rarities 2011 - K Constantinople Renaissance 22" Ride RSS
- September 28th 2011
- Zildjian
The newest addition to the 2011 Rarities Program is inspired by Zildjian Artist, Adam Nussbaum.
New Limited Edition Warwick Rusty Range of Basses Now In Stock RSS
- September 27th 2011
- Warwick
Warwick Amplification have announced a new range of amps...
New Warwick Amplification Range RSS
- September 27th 2011
- Warwick
Warwick Amplification have announced a new range of amps...
Read MoreJacob Randall wins Australasian V-Drums Championship RSS
- September 18th 2011
- Roland
New Plymouth drummer Jacob Randall has won the Australasian V-Drums Championship. Jacob competed with five other finalists at the Australian V-Drums Festival in Sydney and won.
Line 6 Announces Mobile In for iPhone & iPad RSS
- September 11th 2011
- Line 6
Connect your guitar to your iPhone or iPad and get 64 models of classic amps and effects, an exceptional digital input and all the tone your hands can handle!
New Scarlett 2I2 USB Audio Interface from Focusrite RSS
- September 11th 2011
- Focusrite
The Scarlett 2i2 is a 2 in / 2 out USB recording interface featuring two award-winning Focusrite preamps. Housed in an attractive anodised aluminium unibody chassis, the interface not only sounds fantastic but looks great too. What’s more it’s solid enough to take on the road when you travel. The Scarlett 2i2 is much more than just a pretty metal box...
Novation announces new Impluse line of controller keyboards RSS
- September 5th 2011
- Novation
Novation Impulse 25/49/61 Professional USB-MIDI keyboard with full DAW/plug-in control and backlit drum pads.
Native Instruments Announces Maschine Mikro RSS
- September 5th 2011
- Native Instruments
Native Instruments today announced MASCHINE MIKRO, a highly affordable new entry into the world of its popular groove production system. By combining the full-featured MASCHINE software with a streamlined and compact controller, MASCHINE MIKRO makes the acclaimed tactile and intuitive music creation approach of MASCHINE available at a significantly reduced physical footprint and price. At the same time, the new 1.7 software version provides advanced integration with the instruments and effects in the KOMPLETE 8 and KOMPLETE 8 ULTIMATE bundle both for MASCHINE and MASCHINE MIKRO users.
The New Maschine Mikro
Dave Lambardo brings the metal back to Ludwig RSS
- September 2nd 2011
- Ludwig
It's official: Ludwig is proud to welcome drumming legend and double-bass pioneer Dave Lombardo (Slayer) to our family of Artists. We could not be more thrilled with this new partnership, and look forward to working with Dave to bring the metal back to Ludwig! Stay tuned for more info.
Kings of Leon drummer Nathan Followill now playing Zildjian RSS
- August 31st 2011
- Zildjian
Zildjian welcomes Kings of Leon drummer, Nathan Followill, to its worldwide family of artists.
Currently touring on the heels of the release of its new album, Come Around Sundown, Kings of Leon is one of the most successful bands in the world. Originally formed in 1999, the band hails from Tennessee and features Nathan, brothers Caleb and Jared, and their cousin, Matthew. Kings of Leon has enjoyed great success over the course of its career with five album releases on RCA, record digital sales, rankings in the Top 10 in over 10 countries, as well as Grammy Award nominations.
New Audix Video Series: "HOW TO MIC A CHOIR" Now Posted. RSS
- August 31st 2011
- Audix USA
New Audix Video Series: "HOW TO MIC A CHOIR" Now Posted.
Miking a choir is challenging, especially when the choir size and placement change from week to week such as in Houses of Worship. In these six videos, you will learn how to place mics, how many to use, where to point them and tips for getting the best sound.
Cordoba Classical Guitars now in stock RSS
- August 19th 2011
- Cordoba Guitars
NZ Rockshops are very excited to have taken delivery of our first shipment of Cordoba Classical/Flamenco/Nylon guitars. These amazing guitars combine traditional Spanish guitar-building techniques with modern production methods in order to produce some of the finest guitars available at market-leading prices.
Read MoreWarwick WA Series Receives Coveted Editor Award from Bass Player Magazine RSS
- August 19th 2011
- Warwick
Warwick is proud to announce that we have received the Editor Award from Bass Player Magazine for our new WA Series line of amplifiers and cabinets.
MESA/Boogie Announces the new Mini Rectifier 25 RSS
- August 18th 2011
- MESA Boogie
“Lunchbox” valve amps have become all the rage in recent years – and nobody does them finer than Mesa. Following up the extraordinary success of the TransAtlantic 15, Mesa have brought their hi-gain expertise to the party and delivered this instantly desireable piece of kit.
The New Mini Rectifier 25
Ableton Live 8.2.5 now available - Mac OS X 10.7 Lion Compatible RSS
- August 18th 2011
- Ableton
We're pleased to announce the release of Live 8.2.5, the latest Ableton Live 8 version. Live 8.2.5 is available as a free downloadable update to all owners of Live Lite 8, Live Intro, Live 8, and Suite 8.
Print Music Update - Recent Book Releases RSS
- August 18th 2011
WHAT’S HOT IN PRINT:
Latest Print Music Titles
Serato Releases Scratch Live 2.3 RSS
- August 9th 2011
- Rane / Serato
Scratch Live 2.3
If you haven't already heard the news and tried Scratch Live 2.3 for yourself, then head along to the Serato website to download the free update now.
Propellerhead Announce Balance with Reason Essentials, Reason 6 RSS
- August 1st 2011
- Propellerhead
Propellerhead Balance with Reason Essentials
Balance with Reason Essentials is an integrated music-recording environment with everything you need to create anything you want.
ESP/LTD Guitars launch new models for the end of the year RSS
- August 1st 2011
- ESP / LTD
ESP/LTD Guitars have launched into the 3rd quarter of the year with all guns blazing, releasing a huge range of new guitars and basses.
Read MoreNew Traktor Showcase Photos Updated RSS
- August 1st 2011
- Native Instruments
We've uploaded a bunch of new pics from our recent Traktor Showcase.
Check em out here!
STANTON LAUNCHES INNOVATIVE SCS.4DJ FULLY INTEGRATED DJ MIXSTATION RSS
- July 31st 2011
- Stanton
STANTON LAUNCHES INNOVATIVE SCS.4DJ FULLY INTEGRATED DJ MIXSTATION AT MUSIKMESSE 2011
