This is a slim fitted Kasabian t-shirt featuring album artwork from the popular English rock bands debut self-titled album. Available in sizes small to XL this t-shirt is suitable for all fans of the band regardless of size or shape!
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This Stagg harmonica makes a very cheap introduction to the instrument
The harmonica is a nice little instrument – it’s small and pocket sized meaning you can take it with you wherever you go. The harmonica (also called blues harp or mouth organ) is notoriously more difficult to learn than what people generally expect, so it is best to start off with a smaller, cheap model.
Stagg are known for manufacturing high quality instruments and at under a fiver you can’t really go wrong with this model. This little harmonica is tuned in C major and has 10 sound holes. I bought this instrument and headed straight to YouTube where I found loads of free tutorials to get started – once you get the technique it is just a matter of consistent practice to master the harmonica.
This particular model is very portable, looks smart and makes a great gift, either to yourself or friends and family members of all ages!
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OK this is something of a personal review; I have owned and gigged with the Yamaha Pacifica electric guitar for some time now and can, with completely bias, say it is the best guitar I have ever owned.
Not many guitars transcend beginner to advanced players - the Pacifica offers great value for money
But to offer a balanced review I am going to provide details of the specs of this guitar, along with how it sounds and feels.
The Pacifica 112V model is available in a variety of colours, most notably the natural wood finish. There are two single coil pickups meaning the sound is projected from this guitar very well, and if you run it through an effects pedal you can play pretty much anything from blues to rock. The fretboard is made from rosewood and the neck is maple wood – it even sounds luxurious.
To play, the Yamaha Pacifica is a light weight instrument that can be moved easily. It’s body is slim and easy to hold – it’s also shaped so you can play sitting down easily as well. Most of the time the guitar comes with a whammy bar, which more advanced players use to rapidly bend the strings and create a vibrato effect.
I first got a Pacifica around 6 months after I began learning the play the guitar. Instantly, I could tell the difference between this and the current model I was using (a much cheaper Encore guitar). Not only did the Pacifica sound better, but it boosted my motivation to learn, and to push myself harder. This is what all good instruments do.
The Pacifica is available in a package or sold separately. Expect to pay around £220 for the Pacifica – as an intermediate guitar this is at the very top of it’s game.
This is a simply stunning piece of kit from the understated Roberts brand.
This is a futuristic sound system with a sensitive touch panel control set. The black gloss finish means it suits just about any stylish decor, with minimal being the most appropriate. Ideal for sitting inside a stereo cabinet or mounted unit, this Roberts sound system is compact, and yet packs a real punch.
With two powerful speakers delivering crystal clear audio, there is also a plethora of sound settings for the musical connoisseur. These enable you to alter bass, treble and other settings which are displayed on a graphic equaliser. These options allow you to set it to capitalise on the music you like – listening to jazz and funk? Turn up the treble to give the jingly guitars a boost. Listening to rock? Turn up the bass and feel the drums!
The unit itself comes with a handy remote and an iPod docking port meaning you can easily play your favourite tunes without having to get up to change the CD!
Other basic functions include the reception of FM radio and a built-in radio alarm clock.
“I would highly recommend this music system. The sound is excellent and has a warm quality – it is definitely value for money” – Amazon Customer
This sound system is versatile and ideal for just about any situation:
If you are looking for a fantastic sound system you could do a LOT worse than this model by Roberts, which produces a great sound, allows you to play music from your iPod device and has a load of basic and advanced features also. Great stuff!
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This mp3 player is a cheaper alternative to more popular brands
These days, the iPod is synonymous with portable music devices, but there was a time when Apple did not totally rule the roost. Mp3 players have always been available and they are generally much cheaper than their iPod counterparts.
Admittedly they’re not as funky but they do the job just as well. This particular model by SanDisk comes with a good amount of space (8gb – around 2,600 songs) and is sized perfectly to be used as your primary portable entertainment device. The keypad is responsive and allows you to flick through tracks easily, while the screen tells you where you are at the time. There is a handy clip at the back meaning the player can be attached to clothing or bags, making it ideal for taking to the gym or going shopping.
The player also receives FM radio so if you want a break from your playlist you can listen in on the weather reports or the latest news. This makes it a versatile little gadget that serves a multitude of purposes.
For people who want music on the go but don’t want to pay over the odds for a shiny Apple product, the SanDisk mp3 player is a sensible and low cost alternative.
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