Powerwerks Complete Powered PA System for Performers and DJ's

The PowerWerks Complete PA system combines two of our most popular powered tower speakers with a pair of 200 watt, earth shaking sub woofers, two 28" speaker pole mounts, and two 6' instrument cables.

Now you can enjoy quality performance and convenient features, in a highly portable package. Works well in a variety of environments, amplifying vocals, instruments, keyboards, drum machines, audio devices, and more.  Great for the soloist or . . . continue reading

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Peavey DM115 Dark Matter Powered Speaker

Peavey DM115

The Peavey DM115 Dark Matter powered speaker has set the benchmark for affordable powered speakers for working musicians. It features a molded plastic cabinet with in-stand mount, and  the design is light and portable, yet durable for live sound use as a main or monitor speaker.

The two-way system features a heavy-duty 15” woofer and a DX14 titanium diaphragm dynamic compression driver mounted on Quadratic Throat Waveguide with 110 x 80 degree coverage. A black powder coated perforated steel grille provides system protection and a professional appearance.

Power is provided by a pair of low-distortion, fan-cooled amplifiers . . . continue reading

Powerwerks Complete Powered PA With Sub

The PowerWerks Complete PA system from Andy’s Music combines our most popular powered tower speaker with a 200 watt, earth shaking subwoofer, and a 28" speaker pole mount.

Now you can enjoy quality performance and convenient features, in a highly portable package.  Works well in a variety of environments, amplifying vocals, instruments, keyboards, drum machines, audio devices, and more.  Great for the soloist or acoustic duo!

The 100 watt PW100T tower speaker features four 4.5" speakers . . . continue reading

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FREE Apple Lightning-to-USB Camera Adapter

When you purchase a new Yamaha AG03 or AG06 mixer/USB interface, Yamaha will send you an Apple Lightning-to-USB camera adapter at no charge.

Click here to order your Yamaha AG Series mixer.

Yamaha AG Mixer & USB Audio Interface

The new Yamaha AG06 mixer and USB audio interface - along with the AG03 - is perfect for musicians and music enthusiasts who want to compose, record and mix their music with a streamlined setup without sacrificing sound quality. With the bundled Cubase AI music production software downloaded onto your Windows or Mac computer, you’ve got everything you need to start recording your music in high-quality sound.

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New! Peavey PVXp15 Powered Loudspeaker

The Peavey PVXp15 loudspeaker is a compact and portable all-in-one powered speaker that delivers high fidelity and impressive power. The PVXp15 uses Peavey's famous speaker and power amp technology to provide 800 watts peak of crystal-clear highs and deep lows.

The PVXp15 uses Peavey's exclusive DDT™ compression technology to maintain clarity throughout the mix, and a module bay allows the use of expansion modules to increase the functionality of the enclosure.

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New! Yamaha Stagepas 660i & 400i

January 11, 2013 - Yamaha just announced the new StagePas 600i and StagePas 400i portable sound systems. They replace the previous versions of StagePas, and include more power, features and functionality.

The StagePas 600i features a 10-channel mixer with 680 watts of power, 3-band channel EQ, and 10″ speakers. The 400i has 400 watts, 8 channel mixer with 2-band channel EQ, and 8″ speakers.

These new Yamaha audio systems are very portable, easy to setup, and will work as a PA system for almost any occasion. Updated features include: iPod/iPhone connections for high quality playback of your music, (the system even charges your device during your performance); feedback suppressor intelligently removes feedback automatically with the push of a button; 1-knob Master EQ lets you match your sound to the surroundings; and finally, the legendary Yamaha SPX digital reverb for perfect vocals and acoustic instruments.

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Two Mics In One - AT2005USB

The Audio Technica AT2005USB  dynamic microphone is two mics in one: a handheld mic for PA vocal use, and a USB microphone for digital recording.

The AT2005USB builds on the heritage of the A-T 20 Series line of studio microphones, and it's designed to take you from the stage to the studio. It plugs right into your computer’s USB port, and functions seamlessly with your favorite recording software. Read more. . .



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Yamaha MGP16X Audio Mixer

The new Yamaha MGP16X live sound mixer offers the simple and familiar touch of an analog mixer, with the clarity and versatility of digital. This is a unique approach taken by Yamaha towards the use of digital technologies in a mixer, using simple, analog-style controls with a consistent and familiar feel throughout. 


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Yamaha DXR10 Powered Speaker

The Yamaha DXR10 10” 2-way powered speaker is one of the latest active speaker products from Yamaha. It’s lightweight and sounds great. With the DXR10, the Yamaha speaker manufacturing legacy continues.

The Yamaha DXR10 powered speaker can be used by almost any musician or band, but would work great for the following applications. And I just thought these up on the fly:
   * acoustic guitar group in small venues
   * church or small rock group in like venues
   * keyboard amplifier (yes, it can handle the bass if one has common sense)
   * as powered monitors for the entire band
   * solo gig - it has a mixer built-in the back

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Best Selling Powered PA In The U.S.

The Powerwerks PW50 all in one PA system, as of this writing, is the most popular portable sound system in the U.S. It combines convenient features and performance in a a highly portable package. The PW50 portable PA works well in a variety of environments, amplifying vocals, instruments, keyboards, drum machines, audio devices, and more.

The PW50 is also effective as a monitor speaker system (especially for keyboard players, drummers and solo performers), thanks to its full-range reproduction, convenient mixing controls, and versatile speaker placement.

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ZOOM H4n Handheld Recorder

The Zoom H4n Handy Recorder improves your field recording by delivering superior audio quality and dramatically improves your recording experience. The H4n is Zoom’s most sophisticated handheld recorder to date. This small digital recorder has many uses, it's not just for music recording.

The H4n’s onboard X/Y stereo condenser mics are arranged with the right and left mics on the same axis. This design ensures that the mics are always equidistant from the sound source for perfect localization with no phase shifting, and in this way it improves your field recording technique. Frequency response remains uniform throughout your recording. The result is great stereo recording with natural depth and accurate imaging every time.

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Roland VE-5 Vocal Processor

The new Roland VE-5 Vocal Performer is a compact and mobile personal effects processor and looper for vocalists. Featuring a simple-to-use tabletop design that can be easily attached to a mic stand for performing, the VE-5 is perfect for singers, rappers, beatboxers, webcasters, and anyone that wants to have fun with processing vocal sounds.

The VE5 Vocal Performer is small and light, yet its effects are heavyweight class, derived from the popular VE-20 Vocal Performer. With battery operation and built-in phrase looping, the VE-5 is also an ideal tool for street performers who want to bring a new dimension of creativity to their act.

* Easy one-touch operation
* Six types of high-quality vocal effects inherited from the VE-20 – Reverb, Delay, Double/Harmony, Dynamics, Pitch Correct, and Tone/SFX
* Phrase Looper adds impact to real-time vocal performances, including harmonizing and layered beat boxing
* Favorite Sound function provides immediate access to preferred sounds
* Ideal for live performance, as well as tabletop setups; mic-stand mount included
* Internal microphone for instant gratification
* Aux input for blending external music
* Battery operation for street performance (AC adapter sold separately)
For more information on the Roland VE5 Vocal Performer and other Roland and BOSS products, visit www.AndysMusic.com, or call Andy’s Music at 251-633-8944.

Roland R-05 Handheld Recorder

The Roland R-05 pocket recorder is easy to use, affordable, and packed with big-ticket features that raise the bar in its price class. You experience crystal-clear 24/96 capture, enhanced recording and editing features, and extended battery life (over 16 hours per charge). On stage, in rehearsal, at school, on the street, in the boardroom — whenever inspiration strikes, let the R-05 capture the moment with convenience and quality.

The R-05 provides pristine, uncompressed stereo recording directly to SD card — up to 24-bit/96kHz resolution. Whether recording directly with the built-in stereo mic or capturing sounds from an externally connected microphone or stereo line input, you’ll be impressed with the R-05’s detail and clarity. And for worry-free recording, the convenient Rehearsal mode ensures that you won’t overload the input.

Zoom Q3HD Handy Video Recorder

The Zoom Q3HD Handy Video Recorder takes Zoom’s renowned audio technology and combines it with HD video, allowing you to capture every moment with stunning clarity and resolution. Zoom brought unrivaled stereo sound to your movies with the Q3 Handy Video Recorder. Now, with the Q3HD, there's only one handheld camcorder that does it all in 1080p.


It’s an HD World.
With the Zoom Q3HD, it’s easy to shoot great videos. Select 720p or 1080p for amazing clarity and detail no matter where or what you’re shooting. It also includes two standard definition (SD) formats for those times when a smaller file size is needed.


The Q3HD has a new lens and imaging sensor, and captures exceptionally clean video that is compressed with the high quality H.264 video codec. It also has a larger aperture, which lets more light into your movies. And with its 4x digital zoom, the Q3HD gets you closer to the action.


Zoom Q3HD Features:
Built-in stereo condenser microphones with 120° X/Y configuration for true stereo imaging
Video resolution of 720p at 30 or 60 fps or 1080p at 30 fps
WVGA (standard definition) at 30 or 60 fps is also available for smaller file sizes
Get up to 45 minutes of 720p at 30fps video with 2GB SD card
Accepts up to a 32GB SDHC cards for 7 hours of 720p at 30fps (Audio at AAC192 kbps)
Large 2.4-inch 320 x 240 color LCD display
Built-in NTSC/PAL TV and HDMI output
4x digital zoom
Video format: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (MOV)
Audio formats: 44.1/48/96kHz 16/24-bit WAV (PCM) or AAC up to 320kbps
Auto Record Level automatically sets audio levels during recordings
Uses two standard AA batteries or NiMH rechargeable batteries
USB 2.0 with built-in cable
Windows and Mac OS compatible
Built-in speaker and tripod mount
Includes HandyShare editing and, YouTube uploader software, Apple Quicktime, 2GB SD card, two AA batteries
Optional accessory package (APQ-3HD) includes soft shell case, windscreen, AC adapter, HDMI cable, AV cable and tripod

For more information on ZOOM recorders, visit www.AndysMusicOnline.com, or call Andy's Music at 251-633-8944.


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Samson C01UCW USB Studio Condenser Mic

The Samson C01UCW USB Studio Condenser Mic is the first affordable studio condenser mic with a direct USB output.

With the C01UCW USB mic, musicians who record music on computers have a simple, affordable way to capture high-quality vocal and acoustic instrument performances. Seamless integration was the idea, and it was obtained by creating a studio condenser microphone that can be plugged into any computer with no in/out boxes, no expensive computer pre-amps, just a USB cable. If you need a hand held mic, check out the new Samson Q1U here.

The C01UCW condenser microphone is based on the successful C01. It features a 19mm internal shock mounted diaphragm with a cardioid pick up pattern ensuring pristine studio quality recordings. The Samson C01U works perfectly on any computer, Mac or PC, and with any DAW software program. It immediately solves a huge problem for users of many laptops, many of which have no other input method for audio devices. The new Samson C01U USB mic is well within the price range of DAW hobbyists and beginners.

It's a must for any musician on the road or in the project studio, but the C01UCW is going to offer solutions to more than just musicians. The mic opens up possibilities for anyone who records audio--from Podcasters, journalists, students, and business people adding audio files to websites and multimedia presentations.

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Zoom H1 Handy Recorder

The new Zoom H1 Handy Recorder is Zoom's smallest recorder to date, weighing in at about 2 ounces. The H1 records big sound despite its tiny footprint and features the same studio-quality microphones as Zoom’s renowned H2 – the most popular handheld recorder in the world. The H1 is priced at just $99, making it one of the most affordable professional recording solutions available.

The H1 is also the easiest Zoom recorder to use, sporting a newly designed user interface that places all its functions at the touch of a button. Zoom included access to the track marker, auto record, low cut filter, level and volume controls with onboard buttons and no menus.

Everything you need to get started recording is included. Your H1 comes with an AA battery for 10 hours of operation and a 2 GB microSD card. In addition, an H1 accessory package (APH-1) is also available with an array of accessories that make your recordings even more pristine and easier to capture. The accessory kit includes a windscreen, AC adapter (USB type), USB cable, adjustable tripod stand, padded-shell case and a mic clip adapter.

For more information on the new Zoom H1 digital recorder, visit www.AndysMusicOnline.com, or call Andy's Music at 251-633-8944.

Andy's Music Sound System Seminar

John Schauer, product specialist for the Yamaha Pro Audio Division, presented a well attended Sound Reinforcement seminar at Andy’s Music on February 23. More than 55 people attended, and each one received the Exploring Sound Reinforcement DVD published by Yamaha.

Topics included: proper microphone techniques, system components and connections, signal flow, correct use of cables and connectors, system placement, and much more.

John Schauer, Yamaha Pro Audio Specialist

Sid Spoon, local bass player and long-time Andy’s Music customer won the door prize, a Yamaha C24 Pocketrak recorder. John Messerschmidt (right), District Manager for Yamaha, presents Sid with his prize.

John Messerschmidt (right) presents the Yamaha C24 to Sidney Spoon.

For additional information on Yamaha musical instruments and pro audio products, visit www.AndysMusicOnline.com, or call Andy’s Music at 251-633-8944.

FREE "How To" PA Clinic

Have you ever had sound system problems like unintelligible speech, feedback, or low volume? Do you need a new sound system or help with your current system? Well, if you answered yes to these questions, Andy's Music can help!

Andy's Music (Mobile, AL), is hosting a free PA clinic on Tuesday evening February 23, 2010, at 7:00 PM. This seminar is for anyone interested in gaining a better understanding of sound systems or improving their effectiveness and understanding of sound system operation.

Each participant will receive a free Yamaha "Exploring Sound Reinforcement" DVD (a $50 value), and can register to win the drawing for a Yamaha C24 Pocketrak Recorder - a $199.00 value.

Topics include: system components and connections, signal flow, correct use of cables and connectors, system placement, equalizing a room, and much more. Seating is limited, so reserve your space today by emailing james@andysmusiconline.com, or calling us at 251-633-8944.

This free PA clinic is sponsored by Yamaha. The presenter is John Schauer, a 19-year veterean of Yamaha Corporation of America. John has more than 25 years of professional audio experience, and his ability to explain complex theories and other hard-to-understand topics by breaking them down into easy to follow terms makes his seminars both educational and entertaining.

John has worked with many professional sound companies, and assembled sound systems to provide support at all levels, from simple speech applications to 60-channel, 24,000 watt concert systems. John has provided audio for television, corporate, theatrical, and concert events and provides audio support for all of Yamaha’s corporate functions.

In his current role as product manager, John has been instrumental in developing products that the professional audio market requires. Recently, he was the executive producer for Yamaha’s Exploring Sound Reinforcement DVD, a 2+ hour in-depth explanation of sound systems.

Mark your calender and make plans for an informative and entertaining evening February 23, 7:00 PM, at Andy's Music, 1412 Hillcrest Rd., Mobile, AL 36695.