The First Annual Rockstar™ Energy Mayhem Festival kicked off July 9^th at the Whiteriver Amphitheater in the Seattle area. The highly anticipated all-star tour features multi-platinum rock acts Slipknot and Disturbed, not to mention Dragonforce, Mastodon and a whole gang of other notable rock groups.

DJ Sid Wilson of Slipknot (longstanding d.2 Pro endorsee and generally scary dude) contacted Mackie before the…

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That’s the motto of the Tak Sun Secondary School in Hong Kong, one of the most tech savvy schools you will find anywhere. It means “Joy in duty”, and the 900+ students that attend the school have many reasons to be joyful. Founded in 2000, TSSS has spared no expensive in creating one of the best learning environments possible, complete with an Integrated Learning center, Language Studio and refreshing Canteen.

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Mackie is proud to be heavily involved with the 2008 Van’s Warped Tour. Sponsorship of three different stages ensures that thousands of music lovers will experience true Mackie sound in what is arguably one of the best roving parties of the summer. Here are the specifics of where you can find Mackie on the Warped Tour:

Solar Stage— The Kia/Kevin Says Stage…

The U.Series 4-Channel Production Mixers (U.420 & U.420d) have the right combination of inputs are features for modern applications. Innovative stuff line like the ergonomically-minded central master section and cool stuff like certified RIAA phono preamps (the U.420d even sports a 30mm crossfader!) make the U.Series mixers the ideal choice for any modern musician or producer. Recording magazine recently reviewed the brand-spanking new mixers. See what they thought, then head over to the store and buy one already. It’s bound to be 4:20 somewhere.
Recording U.Series Review

The SRM150 is the perfect stage monitor for solo performers. The SRM150 is the perfect small PA system for small conferences. The SRM150 is the perfect solution for cafes and small bars that host open mic nights. The SRM150 is, well…perfect.
Performing Musician recently reviewed this little snack-sized wonder. See what they thought, perhaps the SRM150 is perfect for you.
Performing Musician SRM150 Review

Check out the latest reviews for the Ultra-Compact 402-VLZ3 & 802-VLZ3 Mixers. Yes, they’re small, but good things come in small packages, right? Think jewelry, colonge and Napolean…okay, you might want to scratch that last one. Anyway, here are the reviews. Enjoy!
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