Gift Ideas Archives - Elevator Sound https://www.elevatorsound.com/product-category/gift-ideas/ Eurorack Modular, Synthesizer & Electronic Music Hardware Store Wed, 11 Dec 2024 18:30:03 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 Techno Is Boring – Paperback Book https://www.elevatorsound.com/product/techno-is-boring-paperback-book/ Thu, 14 Nov 2024 14:31:51 +0000 https://www.elevatorsound.com/?post_type=product&p=94924 Long-time friends and collaborators, musician Daniel Avery, alongside photographer Keffer are proud to present Techno is Boring, a new book that collects a decade of work chronicling club culture in visceral form. Techno is Boring also includes short written essays and notes from Avery and fellow DJ, writer and collaborator John Loveless, who also provides an introduction, appearing alongside guest contributions from friends and allies. The book is 24.5cm x 17cm, and the 148 pages are printed on premium heavyweight paper with Swiss binding.

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]]> Long-time friends and collaborators, musician Daniel Avery, alongside photographer Keffer are proud to present Techno is Boring, a new book that collects a decade of work chronicling club culture in visceral form.

Techno is Boring also includes short written essays and notes from Avery and fellow DJ, writer and collaborator John Loveless, who also provides an introduction, appearing alongside guest contributions from friends and allies.

The book is 24.5cm x 17cm, and the 148 pages are printed on premium heavyweight paper with Swiss binding.

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]]> Drumz Of The South – Hardback Book https://www.elevatorsound.com/product/drumz-of-the-south-hardback-book/ Thu, 14 Nov 2024 14:18:50 +0000 https://www.elevatorsound.com/?post_type=product&p=94917 Drumz Of The South: The Dubstep Years (2004-2007) is the first photography book to present the early days of dubstep in detail. It features over 200 photographs by Georgina Cook from events and radio stations such as FWD>> at Plastic People, DMZ and Rinse FM, plus pioneering producers, DJs and MCs like Burial, Skream and Benga, Mala & Coki, Loefah and Sgt Pokes, Plastician, Kode9, Hatcha & Crazy D, Skepta and Wiley. Originally published in 2021 as a Kickstarter campaign, this second edition features a complete redesign, hardback cover and essays from Blackdown, Charlie Dark MBE, Emma Warren and others. The book is 24cm x 17cm, and the 224 pages are printed on heavyweight paper with a hardback cover.

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]]> Drumz Of The South: The Dubstep Years (2004-2007) is the first photography book to present the early days of dubstep in detail. It features over 200 photographs by Georgina Cook from events and radio stations such as FWD>> at Plastic People, DMZ and Rinse FM, plus pioneering producers, DJs and MCs like Burial, Skream and Benga, Mala & Coki, Loefah and Sgt Pokes, Plastician, Kode9, Hatcha & Crazy D, Skepta and Wiley.

Originally published in 2021 as a Kickstarter campaign, this second edition features a complete redesign, hardback cover and essays from Blackdown, Charlie Dark MBE, Emma Warren and others.

The book is 24cm x 17cm, and the 224 pages are printed on heavyweight paper with a hardback cover.

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]]> How You Make Me Feel – Paperback Book https://www.elevatorsound.com/product/how-you-make-me-feel-paperback-book/ Thu, 14 Nov 2024 14:38:07 +0000 https://www.elevatorsound.com/?post_type=product&p=94928 How You Make Me Feel: The Life & Legacy of Marcus Intalex is a tribute to the late, great producer/DJ and a genre-transcending story of passion, creativity and timeless underground music. It has unprecedented insider access to his life and legacy with interviews with Goldie, Calibre, DJ Flight, Doc Scott, Mark XTC and many more. It’s also visually captivating, packed with over 100 rare photos, artwork, and memorabilia. The book is 24.5cm x 17cm with 176 pages.

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]]> How You Make Me Feel: The Life & Legacy of Marcus Intalex is a tribute to the late, great producer/DJ and a genre-transcending story of passion, creativity and timeless underground music. It has unprecedented insider access to his life and legacy with interviews with Goldie, Calibre, DJ Flight, Doc Scott, Mark XTC and many more. It’s also visually captivating, packed with over 100 rare photos, artwork, and memorabilia.

The book is 24.5cm x 17cm with 176 pages.

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]]> Korg Nu:Tekt NTS-3 Kaoss Pad Programmable Stereo Multi FX Unit https://www.elevatorsound.com/product/korg-nutekt-nts-3-kaoss-pad-programmable-stereo-multi-fx-unit/ Fri, 30 Aug 2024 14:00:46 +0000 https://www.elevatorsound.com/?post_type=product&p=93046 The Nu:Tekt NTS-3 kaoss pad is a groundbreaking new effects unit, seamlessly integrating the iconic KAOSS XY pad touch interface and the distinctive KAOSS effects into a compact yet powerful customizable DIY kit. With up to 4 effects playable at the same time and deep editing options, NTS-3 stands as a performance powerhouse, offering unparalleled versatility that elevates your on-the-go performances to new heights. Designed with performance in mind, the NTS-3 boasts user-friendly controls and adaptable connectivity, making it the ultimate compact FX unit that will delight musicians, sound creators and DIY gadget fans alike. Experience the next level of sonic expression with the Nu:Tekt NTS-3 kaoss pad. Betraying its compact size, The NTS-3 kaoss pad comes with a treasure trove of built-in, distinctive KAOSS effects. These range from essential filters and compressors to immersive delays, reverbs and imaginative modulation effects, offering a palette of original and previously unexplored performance possibilities. With its powerful engine, the NTS-3 allows you to play individual KAOSS effects or seamlessly combine up to 4 effects simultaneously, which can be saved for future use. Toggle these on and off at will, and route them in various configurations for virtually endless avenues of creative expression and […]

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]]> The Nu:Tekt NTS-3 kaoss pad is a groundbreaking new effects unit, seamlessly integrating the iconic KAOSS XY pad touch interface and the distinctive KAOSS effects into a compact yet powerful customizable DIY kit.

With up to 4 effects playable at the same time and deep editing options, NTS-3 stands as a performance powerhouse, offering unparalleled versatility that elevates your on-the-go performances to new heights.

Designed with performance in mind, the NTS-3 boasts user-friendly controls and adaptable connectivity, making it the ultimate compact FX unit that will delight musicians, sound creators and DIY gadget fans alike. Experience the next level of sonic expression with the Nu:Tekt NTS-3 kaoss pad.

Betraying its compact size, The NTS-3 kaoss pad comes with a treasure trove of built-in, distinctive KAOSS effects. These range from essential filters and compressors to immersive delays, reverbs and imaginative modulation effects, offering a palette of original and previously unexplored performance possibilities.

With its powerful engine, the NTS-3 allows you to play individual KAOSS effects or seamlessly combine up to 4 effects simultaneously, which can be saved for future use. Toggle these on and off at will, and route them in various configurations for virtually endless avenues of creative expression and boundless performance possibilities.

But that’s not all—the NTS-3 opens the door to extensive editing options, enabling you to meticulously customize and fine-tune each effect’s parameters to your heart’s content, with the freedom and precision your creativity demands.

NTS-3 is not just an FX unit; its unique interface brings a new, fresh dimension to your performances with superior playability in a compact body that can be taken anywhere.

Drawing inspiration from the renowned intuitive, ease-of-use underlying all KAOSS products, NTS-3 uses the iconic XY pad to drive performance focused features like Mute, FX Depth and tap BPM, combined with a creative Latch function to separately control several Effects at the same time.

Specs

  • Input/output jacks:
    Headphone/AUDIO OUT + AUDIO IN on 3.5mm, AUDIO INSYNC OUT jack (3.5mm TRS, 5V level) SYNC IN jack (3.5mm TRS, 20V maximum input level)
  • Power supply: USB-C bus power / 500 mA or less
  • Dimensions: (W × D × H) 104 × 101 × 39 mm / 4.09”×3.98”×1.54”
  • Weight: 119 grams
  • Included items: USB cable, Assembly Instructions

    • Manufacturer product page here.

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    ]]>         The MiniMoog Book: The Synthesizer That Changed Music Forever https://www.elevatorsound.com/product/the-minimoog-book-the-synthesizer-that-changed-music-forever/ Tue, 06 Aug 2024 12:37:55 +0000 https://www.elevatorsound.com/?post_type=product&p=92503 Opening with a foreword from prolific Rush frontman Geddy Lee, THE MINIMOOG BOOK presents more than a decade’s worth of research-turned-storytelling by author, esteemed journalist, and music historian JoE Silva.? Readers can expect exclusive interviews and features with legendary musicians like Keith Emerson, Rick Wakeman, Chick Corea, Tony Visconti (David Bowie), George Duke, Anne Dudley (Art of Noise), Bernie Worrell, Devo, Kraftwerk, Air, J Dilla, Gary Numan, and many others — as well as some of today’s most respected songwriters and multi-instrumentalists, such as Greg Kurstin (Adele), Yumiko Ohno (Buffalo Daughter), Mac DeMarco, and more.? THE MINIMOOG BOOK features exquisite and detailed photography — much of it brand new — as well as schematics, historical promotional materials, engineering interviews, illustrated sound patches, and over 70 artist features. It is the perfect coffee table book and keepsake for lovers of synthesizers, music history, illustration, photography, and timeless books of all kinds.?

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    ]]>     Opening with a foreword from prolific Rush frontman Geddy Lee, THE MINIMOOG BOOK presents more than a decade’s worth of research-turned-storytelling by author, esteemed journalist, and music historian JoE Silva.?

    Readers can expect exclusive interviews and features with legendary musicians like Keith Emerson, Rick Wakeman, Chick Corea, Tony Visconti (David Bowie), George Duke, Anne Dudley (Art of Noise), Bernie Worrell, Devo, Kraftwerk, Air, J Dilla, Gary Numan, and many others — as well as some of today’s most respected songwriters and multi-instrumentalists, such as Greg Kurstin (Adele), Yumiko Ohno (Buffalo Daughter), Mac DeMarco, and more.?

    THE MINIMOOG BOOK features exquisite and detailed photography — much of it brand new — as well as schematics, historical promotional materials, engineering interviews, illustrated sound patches, and over 70 artist features. It is the perfect coffee table book and keepsake for lovers of synthesizers, music history, illustration, photography, and timeless books of all kinds.?

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    ]]>         The Icon Catalogue Zine: House Vol. 1 https://www.elevatorsound.com/product/the-icon-catalogue-zine-house-vol-1/ Mon, 22 Jul 2024 13:02:22 +0000 https://www.elevatorsound.com/?post_type=product&p=92183 The Icon Catalogue is a series of small A6 zines profiling 40 record labels in various dance music genres such as Techno, Drum & Bass, Jungle, UK Garage and Dubstep. From the most important labels responsible for the scene’s foundations to rare, hard-to-find imprints now defunct, plus a few heavy-hitting newcomers. House Volume 1 features the likes of Defected, Trax, Music For Freaks, Sound Pak, Vulture Music and many more. Pages: 44 Size: A6 (10.5cm x 14.8cm) Binding: Staple bound Print: Black & white Authors: Joe Roberts & Chris Dexta

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    ]]>     The Icon Catalogue is a series of small A6 zines profiling 40 record labels in various dance music genres such as Techno, Drum & Bass, Jungle, UK Garage and Dubstep. From the most important labels responsible for the scene’s foundations to rare, hard-to-find imprints now defunct, plus a few heavy-hitting newcomers.

    House Volume 1 features the likes of Defected, Trax, Music For Freaks, Sound Pak, Vulture Music and many more.

    Pages: 44
    Size: A6 (10.5cm x 14.8cm)
    Binding: Staple bound
    Print: Black & white
    Authors: Joe Roberts & Chris Dexta

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    ]]>         Tough Luck: You Out Tonight? – Hardback Book https://www.elevatorsound.com/product/tough-luck-you-out-tonight-hardback/ Mon, 22 Jul 2024 13:46:31 +0000 https://www.elevatorsound.com/?post_type=product&p=92195 Step into the vibrant and pulsating world of nightlife through the lens of Tough Luck, the Instagram account that has become the heartbeat of contemporary club and rave photography. Through the lenses of their talented photographers, they unfold the stories of the night, spotlighting clubs, festivals, and the diverse characters shaping nocturnal culture. While many rave photography books reminisce about the past, You Out Tonight? offers a fresh, contemporary experience. As you flip through the pages, you’ll find yourself immersed in the kaleidoscope of lights, colours, and emotions that define the modern clubbing experience. The book features photos from: Aaron Wyld Alfred Golding Alice Palm Amelia Valentiner Bruna Blumenberg Daniel Fennessy Distorted Edward Pascall Max McDonald Peter Aallyn Roffa Archive Selina Paton Tara Sammouri Tia Payne Whether you’re a seasoned partygoer or a curious observer, Tough Luck invites you to experience the magic, the chaos, and the indescribable beauty of the night. Prepare to be transported into a world where time stands still, and the only currency is the rhythm of the music. “Anthropology for the masses… Tough Luck bottles what it feels like to be young and out now” Matthew Whitehouse, editor of The Face “It’s always a joy […]

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    ]]>     Step into the vibrant and pulsating world of nightlife through the lens of Tough Luck, the Instagram account that has become the heartbeat of contemporary club and rave photography. Through the lenses of their talented photographers, they unfold the stories of the night, spotlighting clubs, festivals, and the diverse characters shaping nocturnal culture.

    While many rave photography books reminisce about the past, You Out Tonight? offers a fresh, contemporary experience. As you flip through the pages, you’ll find yourself immersed in the kaleidoscope of lights, colours, and emotions that define the modern clubbing experience. The book features photos from:

    • Aaron Wyld
    • Alfred Golding
    • Alice Palm
    • Amelia Valentiner
    • Bruna Blumenberg
    • Daniel Fennessy
    • Distorted
    • Edward Pascall
    • Max McDonald
    • Peter Aallyn
    • Roffa Archive
    • Selina Paton
    • Tara Sammouri
    • Tia Payne

    Whether you’re a seasoned partygoer or a curious observer, Tough Luck invites you to experience the magic, the chaos, and the indescribable beauty of the night. Prepare to be transported into a world where time stands still, and the only currency is the rhythm of the music.

    “Anthropology for the masses… Tough Luck bottles what it feels like to be young and out now” Matthew Whitehouse, editor of The Face

    “It’s always a joy when I experience a spontaneous night out, even if vicariously while scrolling. It’s often an image from a photographer I’ve never heard of and excited to discover. The posts always make me smile and wish I was young again. For others like me who want to feel something fresh, exciting and real, check out Tough Luck UK, it’s the one place on instagram where I’m more than happy to go down the wormhole.” Elaine Constantine, BAFTA nominated writer/director and photographer

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    ]]>         The Legend of Kaptain Karnival – Hardback Book https://www.elevatorsound.com/product/the-legend-of-kaptain-karnival-hardback/ Mon, 22 Jul 2024 13:39:05 +0000 https://www.elevatorsound.com/?post_type=product&p=92191 Take a deep and colourful dubfunkijazzical journey in the quest to discover the truth behind the galaxy’s most elusive and mysterious icon, Kaptain Karnival! Deity, Confucius or downright cheeky monkey? Immerse yourself in an utterly unique musical-visual voyage as you seek to unravel the mystery behind this tantalising and symbolic enigma, worshipped and revered, mocked and mistrusted in equal measure. This highly original 94-page, lavishly illustrated book includes a specially created musical soundtrack with an array of incredible musicians including Ben Castle (Quincy Jones, Elton John, Hans Zimmer, Radiohead) and Dominic Glover (Incognito, Primal Scream, Brand New Heavies, Orbital), recorded under his Jem Stone moniker: the kind of deep, hypnotic and delicious grooves Mr Panufnik is renowned for.

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    ]]>     Take a deep and colourful dubfunkijazzical journey in the quest to discover the truth behind the galaxy’s most elusive and mysterious icon, Kaptain Karnival! Deity, Confucius or downright cheeky monkey? Immerse yourself in an utterly unique musical-visual voyage as you seek to unravel the mystery behind this tantalising and symbolic enigma, worshipped and revered, mocked and mistrusted in equal measure.

    This highly original 94-page, lavishly illustrated book includes a specially created musical soundtrack with an array of incredible musicians including Ben Castle (Quincy Jones, Elton John, Hans Zimmer, Radiohead) and Dominic Glover (Incognito, Primal Scream, Brand New Heavies, Orbital), recorded under his Jem Stone moniker: the kind of deep, hypnotic and delicious grooves Mr Panufnik is renowned for.

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    ]]>         Minirig 4 Portable Speaker (Silver Brushed Ion) https://www.elevatorsound.com/product/minirig-4-portable-speaker-silver-brushed-ion/ Fri, 21 Jun 2024 17:04:00 +0000 https://www.elevatorsound.com/?post_type=product&p=91513 Experience the culmination of 12 Minirig light years of evolution in design and functionality with the groundbreaking Minirig 4! The bluetooth speaker comes with an audio cable, usb-c charger cable, case, and a whole lot of bass. All delivered in recycled & recyclable packaging! Specifications Dimensions: W = 101.6mm H = 73mm Weight: 563g Driver: Custom 70mm with neodymium magnet Button x3: Power/volume/pairing/and more Frequency response: 60Hz – 18000Hz Battery life max volume: 5 Hours Battery life average use:30 Hours Battery life low volume: 100 Hours Charge time (standard, 4.5W): 6 hours Charge time (fast USB-C PD, 30W): 1.5 hours Powerbank function: Yes USB-C Power Delivery: Yes (up to 30W) Amplifier power: 1 x 50Wrms Bluetooth: 5.0 with AAC, hands-free calling, linkup mode & wireless stereo Bluetooth Receiver Mode: Yes (line out / headphones) Bluetooth Range: >10-30 meters line-of-sight Audio input/output: 2 x 3.5mm mini jack socket Construction: Anodised aluminium and High Impact ABS Weatherproofing: Splash resistant Additional features: Volume control, Balance control, Accelerometer, microphone, 5x addressable RGB LEDs, USB-C PD capable, OTA updatable App: IOS, Android and Chrome (PC/MAC) Manufacturer product page here. Product manual here.

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    ]]>     Experience the culmination of 12 Minirig light years of evolution in design and functionality with the groundbreaking Minirig 4! The bluetooth speaker comes with an audio cable, usb-c charger cable, case, and a whole lot of bass. All delivered in recycled & recyclable packaging!

    Specifications

    • Dimensions: W = 101.6mm H = 73mm
    • Weight: 563g
    • Driver: Custom 70mm with neodymium magnet
    • Button x3: Power/volume/pairing/and more
    • Frequency response: 60Hz – 18000Hz
    • Battery life max volume: 5 Hours
    • Battery life average use:30 Hours
    • Battery life low volume: 100 Hours
    • Charge time (standard, 4.5W): 6 hours
    • Charge time (fast USB-C PD, 30W): 1.5 hours
    • Powerbank function: Yes
    • USB-C Power Delivery: Yes (up to 30W)
    • Amplifier power: 1 x 50Wrms
    • Bluetooth: 5.0 with AAC, hands-free calling, linkup mode & wireless stereo
    • Bluetooth Receiver Mode: Yes (line out / headphones)
    • Bluetooth Range: >10-30 meters line-of-sight
    • Audio input/output: 2 x 3.5mm mini jack socket
    • Construction: Anodised aluminium and High Impact ABS
    • Weatherproofing: Splash resistant
    • Additional features: Volume control, Balance control, Accelerometer, microphone, 5x addressable RGB LEDs, USB-C PD capable, OTA updatable
    • App: IOS, Android and Chrome (PC/MAC)

    Manufacturer product page here.
    Product manual here.

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    ]]>         Minirig 4 Portable Speaker (Red) https://www.elevatorsound.com/product/minirig-4-portable-speaker-red/ Fri, 21 Jun 2024 17:01:22 +0000 https://www.elevatorsound.com/?post_type=product&p=91510 Experience the culmination of 12 Minirig light years of evolution in design and functionality with the groundbreaking Minirig 4! The bluetooth speaker comes with an audio cable, usb-c charger cable, case, and a whole lot of bass. All delivered in recycled & recyclable packaging! Specifications Dimensions: W = 101.6mm H = 73mm Weight: 563g Driver: Custom 70mm with neodymium magnet Button x3: Power/volume/pairing/and more Frequency response: 60Hz – 18000Hz Battery life max volume: 5 Hours Battery life average use:30 Hours Battery life low volume: 100 Hours Charge time (standard, 4.5W): 6 hours Charge time (fast USB-C PD, 30W): 1.5 hours Powerbank function: Yes USB-C Power Delivery: Yes (up to 30W) Amplifier power: 1 x 50Wrms Bluetooth: 5.0 with AAC, hands-free calling, linkup mode & wireless stereo Bluetooth Receiver Mode: Yes (line out / headphones) Bluetooth Range: >10-30 meters line-of-sight Audio input/output: 2 x 3.5mm mini jack socket Construction: Anodised aluminium and High Impact ABS Weatherproofing: Splash resistant Additional features: Volume control, Balance control, Accelerometer, microphone, 5x addressable RGB LEDs, USB-C PD capable, OTA updatable App: IOS, Android and Chrome (PC/MAC) Manufacturer product page here. Product manual here.

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    ]]>     Experience the culmination of 12 Minirig light years of evolution in design and functionality with the groundbreaking Minirig 4! The bluetooth speaker comes with an audio cable, usb-c charger cable, case, and a whole lot of bass. All delivered in recycled & recyclable packaging!

    Specifications

    • Dimensions: W = 101.6mm H = 73mm
    • Weight: 563g
    • Driver: Custom 70mm with neodymium magnet
    • Button x3: Power/volume/pairing/and more
    • Frequency response: 60Hz – 18000Hz
    • Battery life max volume: 5 Hours
    • Battery life average use:30 Hours
    • Battery life low volume: 100 Hours
    • Charge time (standard, 4.5W): 6 hours
    • Charge time (fast USB-C PD, 30W): 1.5 hours
    • Powerbank function: Yes
    • USB-C Power Delivery: Yes (up to 30W)
    • Amplifier power: 1 x 50Wrms
    • Bluetooth: 5.0 with AAC, hands-free calling, linkup mode & wireless stereo
    • Bluetooth Receiver Mode: Yes (line out / headphones)
    • Bluetooth Range: >10-30 meters line-of-sight
    • Audio input/output: 2 x 3.5mm mini jack socket
    • Construction: Anodised aluminium and High Impact ABS
    • Weatherproofing: Splash resistant
    • Additional features: Volume control, Balance control, Accelerometer, microphone, 5x addressable RGB LEDs, USB-C PD capable, OTA updatable
    • App: IOS, Android and Chrome (PC/MAC)

    Manufacturer product page here.
    Product manual here.

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