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NORTHEAST

Cases

Case Specialists - Best prices in the country! We will beat any price! Call us today (800) 346-4638. www.discount-distributors.com.

Duplication

BALL MEDIA CORPORATION combines years of experience with a commitment to supporting independent music to offer you the highest quality, best service, fastest turnaround, and lowest price. Period. Call our Massachusetts sales office at (888) 666-5395; for more info go to www.ballmedia.com.

Crystal Clear Sound can do it all! CD, CD-Rom and CD-R replication, digital bin cassette duplication, art design, insert printing, digital mastering and editing. Competitive, low prices, prompt, professional service, unsurpassed quality, trusted experience for over 30 years! Contact us today! (214) 349-0081. Visit us at www.crystalclearsound.com.

Music Manufacturing Services - the leading CD, vinyl and DVD duplication and manufacturing source. You should care who makes your CD! Visit us at www.musicmanufacturing.com.

Media Services Inc. - (888) 891-9091 or www.mediaomaha.com.

Rainbo Records & Tapes - We're still the oldest and largest independent CD, audiotape & vinyl duplicating facility with one standard - major label quality. Check out our promo price package and low re-order rates. 1738 Berkeley St., Santa Monica, CA 90404 (310) 829-3476, (310) 829-0355, fax: (310) 828-8765 or www.rainborecords.com.

United Record Pressing-Need 7”, 10”, or 12” vinyl? Stand out with vinyl from United Record Pressing. For over 25 years URP has been offering the highest quality at the lowest price. URP will press 100 to 1 million records, available in 6 colors & clear. Dependable service! Call (615) 259-9396; united@urpressing.com; or www.urpressing.com.

Wonderdrug Records - (617) 262-9374 or www.wonderdrugrecords.com.

Engineers

ATTENTION Studios & bands - Independent engineer / mixer John Shyloski with 10 yrs. experience is now available for sessions in the NYC, Western MA, & Metro Boston areas. Visit www.hiddendriveproductions.com for more info. Or call (203) 733-2334.

Mix engineer w/mix room available. I can accept 2” 24-track, Pro Tools and ADAT formats. Give your project the punch that will get it noticed. For more information call (978) 774-7413 or email: mixedemt@aol.com.

Studio Metronome. L.A. engineer/producer with Grammy winning, gold, and platinum credits has relocated to New England. You need mixes that will attract attention. I provide them at a great price. Production and deal shopping available for the right artist. Call Jay: (323) 314-3562 www.sslmixing.com

Thayers : ATTENTION Vocal Performers! If you sing, rap, scat, belt, scream, howl, or just plain vocalize, Thayers can help protect your most valuable instrument - Your Voice! Touring, Recording, and Performing Musicians use Thayers Products to keep their voices at their best before, during, and after performances. Choose from Thayers Vocal Power Pack, Slippery Elm Throat Lozenges, and Dry Mouth Spray to make sure your voice is protected and remains at peak performance. Thayers products are available at better health food stores and online at www.thayers.com, or call toll free 1 (888) THAYER-1 for more info.

Information

Performer Archives- Arm yourself with the industry information you need to get your band to the top! Get full contact info for over 3,000 entries: Lawyers, Managers, Independent Labels (over 250 accept unsolicited material!), Venues (over 1,000 nationally), and Booking Agents!!! All six directories for only $39.95!!! Send check or money orders to: Performer Archive, 24 Dane St. Somerville, MA 02143 or visit http://www.performermag.com/subscription.php.


SOUTHEAST

Cases

Case Specialists - Best prices in the country! We will beat any price! Call us today (800) 346-4638. www.discount-distributors.com.

Duplication

Crystal Clear Sound can do it all! CD, CD-Rom and CD-R replication, digital bin cassette duplication, art design, insert printing, digital mastering and editing. Competitive, low prices, prompt, professional service, unsurpassed quality, trusted experience for over 30 years! Contact us today! (214) 349-0081 or visit www.crystalclearsound.com.

Media Services Inc. - (888) 891-9091 or www.mediaomaha.com.

Music Manufacturing Services - the leading CD, vinyl and DVD duplication and manufacturing source. You should care who makes your CD! Visit us at www.musicmanufacturing.com.

Rainbo Records & Tapes - We're still the oldest and largest independent CD, audiotape & vinyl duplicating facility with one standard - major label quality. Check out our promo price package and low re-order rates. 1738 Berkeley St., Santa Monica, CA 90404 (310) 829-3476, (310) 829-0355, fax: (310) 828-8765 or visit www.rainborecords.com.

United Record Pressing-Need 7”, 10”, or 12” vinyl? Stand out with vinyl from United Record Pressing. For over 25 years URP has been offering the highest quality at the lowest price. URP will press 100 to 1 million records, available in 6 colors & clear. Dependable service! Call (615) 259-9396; united@urpressing.com; or www.urpressing.com.

Need CD's fast? Call WTS Media today and have your CD's back in 3-5 days! With over 25 years experience, WTS Media is the Southeast's premeire Media Duplication service provider. Call Today! (888) 987-6334 or visit www.wtsmedia.com.

Health & Lifestyle

Thayers : ATTENTION Vocal Performers! If you sing, rap, scat, belt, scream, howl, or just plain vocalize, Thayers can help protect your most valuable instrument - Your Voice! Touring, Recording, and Performing Musicians use Thayers Products to keep their voices at their best before, during, and after performances. Choose from Thayers Vocal Power Pack, Slippery Elm Throat Lozenges, and Dry Mouth Spray to make sure your voice is protected and remains at peak performance. Thayers products are available at better health food stores and online at www.thayers.com, or call toll free 1 (888) THAYER-1 for more info.

Information

Performer Archives- Arm yourself with the industry information you need to get your band to the top! Get full contact info for over 3,000 entries: Lawyers, Managers, Independent Labels (over 250 accept unsolicited material!), Venues (over 1,000 nationally), and Booking Agents!!! All six directories for only $39.95!!! Send check or money orders to: Performer Archive, 24 Dane St. Somerville, MA 02143. http://www.performermag.com/subscription.php.

Instruction

Atlanta Institute Of Music: Please call (770) 242-7717 or visit us on the web at www.AtlantaInstituteOfMusic.com.

Instruments

Atlanta Bass Gallery: Bass Heaven. We can satisfy all your BASSic needs. 1584 Piedmont Ave. NE Atlanta, GA. (404) 745-9924 or visit www.atlantabassgallery.com.

Dirt Cheep Music - visit us online to find the best deals on Guitars, Amps, Pro Audio, Recording Gear, Strings, Pedals and MORE! www.dirtcheepmusic.com or dial 770-433-0196.

For Sale: Les Paul Classic 1960 Reissue. Slightly used LP Classic Honeyburst in excellent+ condition. Finish like new overall with three small flaws. Original case included, also in like new condition. $1299.99 + 7% tax. Call Richard at 770-949-5262.

Galaxy Music BUYS your USED Instruments and Gear. Come visit us 8 miles outside I-285 at 5236 Hwy. 78, Stone Mountain, GA 30087. Call toll free at 1-800-OLD GEAR. www.galaxymusicusa.com.

JustStrings.com - Internet’s musical instrument string specialists. Check us out online at www.JustStrings.com or call (800) 822-3953 for more info.

Merchandising

Bandwear.com provides complete merchandising services for the music industry. Custom screen printing, embroidery and vinyl stickers are our specialty. We also provide custom online storefronts that allow you to sell all your merchandise online utilizing our order processing, fulfilllment and customer service. Call us or visit the website for more information: toll free (877) 226-3932, or www.bandwear.com.

Performing Rights Organizations Established in 1930, SESAC is a service organization created to assist both the creators of music and music users through timely, efficient royalty collection and music licensing. SESAC maintains a diversified repertory that includes virtually all genres of music. Headquartered in Nashville, the company also has offices in New York, Los Angeles, and London www.sesac.com.

Pro Audio

Front End Audio is located in Columbia SC, with a retail showroom equipped to demo pro audio gear and web-based pricing. We are 100% focused on recording studio equipment and deal with live gear as well! www.frontendaudio.com / 1-888-228-4530 / info@frontendaudio.com.

Pro Audio Repairs
Quick, expert and reliable service for your equipment. From vintage guitar amplifiers to state-of-the-art mixing consoles. Since 1986. Mon-Sat 10-6PM (415) 401-7828 www.proaudiorepairs.com.


Promotion

Powderfinger Promotions: GET AIRPLAY & PRESS! We promote CDs to radio stations and press nationally and regionally. Clients include: Dresden Dolls, Medeski Martin & Wood, String Cheese Incident, and many others. Contact us for more info. Powderfinger Promotions, 47 Mellen St., Framingham, MA 01702. Phone: (800) 356-1155; Email: powderspam@aol.com.

Recording

Saint Claire Recording - Relax, Record. www.saint-claire.com; (859)-252-7272.

Rehearsal

So you wanna be a star? 2 High Studios has over 40 rehearsal spaces -secure, A/C/heat, 24 hr access, easy load in/out. There is also an in-house Pro Tools studio with an A/B suite for all mixing and mastering needs. Call (404) 603-9771.

Used Instruments

Galaxy Music has the finest and largest selection of USED GEAR in the Southeast. Locally owned and operated by MUSICIANS, Galaxy Music buys and sells every instrument to fit your needs. Located 8 miles outside I-285 at 5236 Hwy. 78, Stone Mountain, GA 30087. Call toll free at 1-800-OLD GEAR or on the web at galaxymusicusa.com.


WESTCOAST


Cases

Case Specialists - Best prices in the country! We will beat any price! Call us today (800) 346-4638. www.discount-distributors.com.


Duplication


CDRollout.com: www.cdrollout.com or (800) 811-7478.

Crystal Clear Sound
can do it all! CD, CD-Rom and CD-R replication, digital bin cassette duplication, art design, insert printing, digital mastering and editing. Competitive, low prices, prompt, professional service, unsurpassed quality, trusted experience for over 30 years! Contact us today! (214) 349-0081 or visit www.crystalclearsound.com.

Media Services Inc. - (888) 891-9091 or www.mediaomaha.com

Music Manufacturing Services - the leading CD, vinyl and DVD duplication and manufacturing source. You should care who makes your CD! Visit us at www.musicmanufacturing.com.

Rainbo Records & Tapes - We're still the oldest and largest independent CD, audiotape & vinyl duplicating facility with one standard - major label quality. Check out our promo price package and low re-order rates. 1738 Berkeley St., Santa Monica, CA 90404 (310) 829-3476, (310) 829-0355, fax: (310) 828-8765. Visit us at www.rainborecords.com.

Recordpressing.com $1,199 - 1000 CD's Full Color Everything. NO HIDDEN CHAGES! $1,999 - !000 7" Vinyl Picture Discs call 415-462-1992. www.recordpressing.com.

United Record Pressing-Need 7”, 10”, or 12” vinyl? Stand out with vinyl from United Record Pressing. For over 25 years URP has been offering the highest quality at the lowest price. URP will press 100 to 1 million records, available in 6 colors & clear. Dependable service! Call (615) 259-9396; united@urpressing.com; or www.urpressing.com.

WHITE GIRAFFE PRODUCTIONS
is your solution for professional, affordable short-run CD duplication. Our clients include Prawn Song Records (Les Claypool), Sonic Studio (makers of audio software/hardware), Mill Valley Philharmonic, and many independent musicians. We offer high quality on–disc printing, CD insert printing, and a variety of packaging options, including shrink wrap. All at unbeatable prices. Graphic design and audio production services are available, too. Best of all, there is no minimum order! Go to www.whitegiraffe.net, or call 415-482-9523 to start your CD project today.

Health & Lifestyle

Thayers : ATTENTION Vocal Performers! If you sing, rap, scat, belt, scream, howl, or just plain vocalize, Thayers can help protect your most valuable instrument - Your Voice! Touring, Recording, and Performing Musicians use Thayers Products to keep their voices at their best before, during, and after performances. Choose from Thayers Vocal Power Pack, Slippery Elm Throat Lozenges, and Dry Mouth Spray to make sure your voice is protected and remains at peak performance. Thayers products are available at better health food stores and online at www.thayers.com, or call toll free 1 (888) THAYER-1 for more info.

Information

Performer Archives- Arm yourself with the industry information you need to get your band to the top! Get full contact info for over 3,000 entries: Lawyers, Managers, Independent Labels (over 250 accept unsolicited material!), Venues (over 1,000 nationally), and Booking Agents!!! All six directories for only $39.95!!! Send check or money orders to: Performer Archive, 24 Dane St. Somerville, MA 02143. http://www.performermag.com/subscription.php.



Instruments

JustStrings.com - Internet’s musical instrument string specialists. Check us out online at www.JustStrings.com or call (800) 822-3953 for more info.

Mastering

A. Hammer Mastering & Digital Media Audio Production & Engineering CD/DVD Premastering Audio for Video and the Internet Macintosh Maintainence Specialist Website Creation & Maintainence mastering@ahammer.com (415) 314-8068.

Mike Wells Mastering - Analog mastering in San Francisco. (415) 595-5446, www.mikewellsmastering.com.

SPECIALIZED MASTERING: Take one of New England's finest mastering suites; add discerning ears, amazing gear, great indie rates, and you end up with MAGIC. Low cost packages available. Mail in jobs welcome. Let us make the difference! Visit www.specializedmastering.com or call (508) 872-9478.

Merchandising

Bandwear.com provides complete merchandising services for the music industry. Custom screen printing, embroidery and vinyl stickers are our specialty. We also provide custom online storefronts that allow you to sell all your merchandise online utilizing our order processing, fulfilllment and customer service. Call us or visit the website for more information: toll free (877) 226-3932, or www.bandwear.com.

Musicians Filtered Earplugs
Custom earpieces which are molded from your ear impression. Four types of interchangeable attenuator buttons are available.
ER-9 Musicians Earplug - Used when a small amount of protection is adequate.
ER-15 Musicians Earplug - Provides the same attenuation at all frequencies. ER-25 Musicians Earplug - Used by drummers and others exposed to high sound levels. E-mail don@customearprotection.com Custom Ear Protection, Inc.  Call (510) 847-3221.

Performing Rights Organizations
Established in 1930, SESAC is a service organization created to assist both the creators of music and music users through timely, efficient royalty collection and music licensing. SESAC maintains a diversified repertory that includes virtually all genres of music. Headquartered in Nashville, the company also has offices in New York, Los Angeles, and London. Visit www.sesac.com.


Pro Audio


GC Pro Audio - visit www.gcpro.com.

Leo's Pro Audio - (510) 652-1553 or on the web at www.leosaudio.com.

Pro Audio Repairs
Quick, expert and reliable service for your equipment. From vintage guitar amplifiers to state-of-the-art mixing consoles. Since 1986. Mon-Sat 10-6PM (415) 401-7828 www.proaudiorepairs.com.



Promotion

Powderfinger Promotions: GET AIRPLAY & PRESS! We promote CDs to radio stations and press nationally and regionally. Clients include: Dresden Dolls, Medeski Martin & Wood, String Cheese Incident, and many others. Contact us for more info. Powderfinger Promotions, 47 Mellen St., Framingham, MA 01702. Phone: (800) 356-1155; Email: powderspam@aol.com.

Recording

510 Studios is a full service music recording studio. Pro Tools HD3 Acell, Amek console, 2" 24 track analog, and tons of sought after analog outboard gear. Mic collection includes Telefunken, Neumann, Akg, Shure, Sennheiser, and many more. Check out our website www.510studios.com for more info. (510)-226-7591.

Annex Studios Menlo Park, CA. Largest multi-room facility on the Peninsula with 30+ year history in Bay Area. Neve V3 60 Input Console with analog (Studer 2") or digital recording possibilities (ProTools HD). All size projects from demo to full length with national distribution. Go to www.theannexstudios.com for more info or contact Tony at 650-328-8338.

Bovemusic Recording and Music Production offers a unique and affordable opportunity for artists to hone their musical works to perfection. From the beginner, to the most experienced performer, I strive to create an environment which facilitates and inspires growth—both artistically and professionally. Let's bring your music to life! (650)296-4233 . Visit www.recording.bovemusic.com.

FM RECORDERS, Oakland, CA: Analog/Digital hybrid recording and production studio; Huge control room and enormous live rooms, experienced staff, creative environment; We specialize in artist development to help distinguish you from the rest. Check us out: www.fmrecorders.com, or call us at (925) 788-5979 to book a tour.

Getreel Productions: The best recording value in the Bay Area! Located in San Francisco in Secret Studios # 81 www.getreelpro.com (415) 824-1501.

H.I.T. WALL RECORDING Call or come by anytime to get more info about recording. (650) 588-6100 or www.hitwall.com H.I.T. Wall Recording 120 South Linden South SF, CA 94080.

Studio 132 Sound Pro! Be Pro! protools HD3 96 track, 14x17 Drum room, Vocal Booth, control room. SOMA, SF www.studio132.com (415)-284-0321.

Rehearsal

Secret Studios 2200 Cesar Chavez Blvd., San Francisco, CA 94124 (415) 821-1957. www.secretstudios.com.

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