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FUTULELE is an upcoming Ukulele synthesizer for iOS. Although it can work on a single iPad, similar to our well-known guitar synth OMGuitar (http://amidio.com/omguitar), Futulele really shines with a special guitar-shaped case that holds both an iPad and an iPhone, which are connected to each other via Bluetooth. iPhone is used to define the chords and iPad is used for strumming. We have managed to reduce the chord switch lag to a minimum level and capture every little nuance of a high-grade professional Ukulele instrument. You can use up to 12 chords for each song, and change chord sets on the fly. Full recording and sharing possibilities come straight from OMGuitar, as well as the effects section. We are currently looking for manufacturers who are willing to produce Futulele cases, preferrably with embedded speakers. Please contact us if you have any ideas! www.amidio.com

In this episode of Electro-Harmonix's "Effectology" series, effect pedal wizard and Chicago studio musician Bill Ruppert transforms his regular electric guitar into a blues harmonica (pedals used: HOG, Micro Synthesizer, Wiggler, Holiest Grail). For more details on pedals and settings, please visit: http://www.ehx.com/blog/effectology-blues-harmonica

A crazy yet talented European guy demos the Boss RC300.

If you think pitch-to-MIDI isn't for metal -- think again! Mat from DESTRAGE, shows what you can do with the Sonuus i2M musicport converter, Garage Band and some great musicianship. The i2M musicport is an ultra-fast monophonic MIDI converter for guitar and other instruments. It also includes a Hi-Z USB audio interface to give you an easy way to connect your musical instruments to your computer. Apple's Garage Band was used for MIDI sounds and tracking. http://www.sonuus.com/products_i2m_mp.html

The iStomp works like every other stompbox. Step on the footswitch to turn it on and off. Adjust the knobs to dial-in the sound you want. The biggest difference between the iStomp and other stompboxes is you can completely change the iStomp to any pedal in the entire pedal line. Simply connect your iPod touch®, iPhone®, or iPad® and choose a pedal to load to your iStomp. In about the same time it takes to download a song you can turn the iStomp from a distortion to a reverb, a phaser to an overdrive, or a delay to a chorus. iStomp includes two free pedal downloads ¬- DigiTech's Total Recall™ digital delay and Redline™ overdrive to get you started.

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Watch what guitarist George Lambro can do with an iPad 2 running a $5 copy of GarageBand... (be sure to stick around for the guitar solo!) Learn to play the blues with a FREE 10 part video lessons course HERE

The wonders of a delay pedal never grow old, here Ewan Dobson plays a trance song with the aid of his delay pedal and acoustic guitar. Delay pedals were traditionally very pricey pedals but these days they have come down in price considerably. See below for the best prices on some great units including the favourite of many players, the BOSS digital delay.

The Zvex Fuzz Factory certinly offers so crazy tonal posibiliites. Just listen to Matt Bellamy of MUSE to hear it action. Got a hold of one of these great pedals for a great price below:

Here's another great gear review Youtube Channel for you guys Pro Guitar Shop . Their channel features over 700 videos reviewing, guitars, amps, pedals and more. Here a taste of their slick informative vids. Learn guitar with the #1 step by step guitar system

A cool new collection of vocal pedals has been released by TC Helicon. Singer songwriter, and TC-Helicon demonstrator, Christine Havrilla shows how TC-Helicon's VoiceTone Singles pedals let singers transform their raw vocal talent into a completely produced studio vocal sound that they can control. Learn guitar with the #1 step by step guitar system

Using entirely a midi guitar for the playing of sounds this is a really cool piece of creative music making by David Walliman. The guitar used was a Brian Moore IGuitar with a Roland Midi Pickup. All sounds you hear are triggered with the guitar only. All sounds from a Roland GR-33 (link below to new GK-3 pickup) Drum sounds from Addictive Drums Learn guitar with the #1 step by step guitar system

Ever feel like you happy with the your guitar/s and dont need any more? Uncle Greg will fix that when you watch his videos... he's a guitar player / dealer based in Germany with an awesome Youtube channel showcasing hundreds of amazing guitars. Check out his fantastic channel below, be prepared to drool though he sure has got some treats! http://www.youtube.com/user/GregsGuitars Learn guitar with the ultimate step by step guitar system

Here’s an easy way to get a sound reminiscent of the Smashing Pumpkins’ Siamese Dream album. The effect chain consists of a Little Big Muff and Stereo Memory Man with Hazarai. The Little Big Muff produces the harmonic grind while the Stereo Memory Man in the modulation mode produces a doubling and thickening of the sound. The combination of these two effects produces a thick wall of sound using only one guitar. See the links below to get a hold of these sweet pedals! Learn guitar with the #1 step by step guitar system

What if you could create something musically amazing with just your voice? What if you didn't need musical instruments or complicated recording software? What if you could create an entire song with your voice, simulating bass lines, melodies, rhythms and sound effects, all in one go, without ever stopping to think about it? If you answered "that would be freaking amazing", then you need to download VoiceJam. VoiceJam is your access to performing, creating, and sharing amazing musical compositions. http://www.tc-helicon.com/voicejam

North Point's Band rock out on their new Apple iPhone's and iPad's using only the best in musical apps to create a tasty Christmas carol! Check out the great iPad deals and accessories below...

Joe offers an up-close-and-personal look at the guitars, effects and amps he's been using on the road (see the video above, with photos and lists on the following pages). "I don't travel with trucks and trucks of guitars and gear," he says. "To be quite honest, I'm always trying to bring as little with me as I possibly can. One less thing to worry about is one less headache." Learn guitar with the #1 step by step guitar system

Guitar World's gear editor Paul Riario demonstrates the features of the Boss ME-70 Guitar Effects Processor. Like what you hear? Get one at the best price on the net HERE

If you like this sound of the Pigtronix Disnortion check out the links below...

This is one of those inventions that you look at and wonder why it wasnt made long ago, (or more to the point you didn't think of yourself!) Would make a great xmas or birthday present for any guitarist. Who doesnt want to make their strings last longer and feel better on the fingers? You can buy them HERE