Theater: Videos from Winter NAMM 07

This novel controller takes a radically different approach to what could be called a "keyboard."

Rapture's designer, Rene Ceballos, describes the latest features added to version 1.1 of the Rapture soft synth.

Cakewalk's head synth designer discusses the differences and similarities among Cakewalk's z3ta+, Dimension Pro, and Rapture software instruments.

Cerwin-Vega introduces 3 new power amps, the 900 ($299), 1800 ($399), and the 2800 ($499).

This 2-channel DMX-512 lighting effect gives dramatic "sequenced" effects.

This video montage shows the SX Abyss, SX Xtreme, SX Gobo, SX Scope, and SX Mix lights in action.

These 6-channel DMX-512 (or standalone) LED moonflowers provide exceptional lighting effect.

Crate's affordable FlexWave series features the patented Evolution 5 preamp design. 65-watt and larger models include onboard DSP effects.

Crate's midlevel Profiler series has uses a combination of microprocessor-controlled analog tone shaping and flexible DSP effects implementation and are perfect for players who need a wide range of vintage and contemporary sounds with state-of-the-art effects processing.

Crate's high-end, all-tube, Class A and Class A-B amps that come in several configurations. The V-Series includes a 5-watt recording or practice amp (with one EL84), two 18-watt combos (with either one 12" speaker or in a 2x12 configuration), the 33-watt combo (2x12), or at the top of the line, V50 Class A-B (with two 6L6's).

These power amps are not only feature-laden, but can hook into the Hi-Q network for additional control.

Damage Control, a new company in the effects market, has 6 pedals that all feature high-voltage-driven (250v) tube-based effects pedals.

Dean launches 40 new guitar at the NAMM show - more than at any other show in their 30-year history. Take a tour of the new Razorbacks, including a budget bolt-on that streets for under $500, and a 24-fret model 7-string with EMG 707's and a Floyd trem.

The suite includes Tape Saturation, Tape Flanging, and Tape Delay.

DigiTech RP Series brings massive sonic flexibility and a friendly USB interface to their new line of floor pedals!

These vocal harmony synthesizers track whatever chords are being played on a guitar plugged into the units, and generate appropriate vocal harmonies -- no presets required.

Dunlop Mfg. showcases four new vintage-style pedals: the Hendrix Fuzz Face, the Buddy Guy Wah, the Hendrix Octavio, and the MXR Distortion III.