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guitars
Buy a Modded Guitar Hero Controller To Cheat at Fake Rocking
We're big Guitar Hero/Rock Band fans, but buying a controller so that it can play the songs perfectly so that you don't have to do anything? That's taking it a bit too far. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by soulfinger: I've never understood the idea of cheating at video games. You aren't WINNING anything. You're just proving what how insecure... 11 Responses | Other threads
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music
The Story of the Beatles in Two Minutes
I don't care about Rock Band. Or Beatles Rock Band. Not even Lego Rock Band. But I do care about The Beatles, and the game's opening cinematic is just a perfect, beautiful summary of their history. [Thanks Omar]
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By Jesus DiazComment by robinandtami: Are they finally going to tell us whether or not Paul is really Paul? 5 Responses | Other threads
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editorial
Plastic Controllers Are the Future - Stop Complaining
That Tony Hawk plastic peripheral skateboard elicited groans from people who didn't want yet another plastic controller in their living room, but you know what? Suck it up, because they're the future. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by OMG! Ponies!: I'd rather be playing my guitar. I'd rather be able to actually ride a skateboard. I'd rather be out... 25 Responses | Other threads
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rock band
Paul McCartney's Höfner Replica Brings The Bass to Rock Band
We have already seen Lennon's Rickenbacker 325 and Harrison's Gretsch Duo Jet, but today it's Paul McCartney's turn with the Höfner bass. More »
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By Sean FallonComment by mike3141: One fault--it isn't left-handed. 5 Responses | Other threads
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lightning review
Nyko Metal Pedal Review
The Gadget: Nyko Metal Pedal, a Rock Band/Guitar Hero replacement pedal. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by SJRNWT: I can't play this game worth shit... While everyone's playing GH or Rock Band, I'm the guy sitting on the couch... 6 Responses | Other threads
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gaming
Handy Guides for Repairing Guitar Hero Instruments
One modder posted a handful of guides for fixing common Guitar Hero instrument problems, like flaccid whammy bars and unresponsive drumheads. Worth a looksie even if you're only duct-tape-proficient. [PowerTunePlus via Ars via Lifehacker]
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By Mark WilsonComment by DayWeSpilledThePaint_GitEmSteveDave: So a flaccid whammy bar is a common problem? I told her that, but she didn't look like she... 4 Responses | Other threads
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gaming
Lego Rock Band Announced, Looks Slightly Less Interesting than Dreamy Concept
When Jesus posted this charming concept image of Lego Rock Band when the game was just rumor, boy it looked good! Now that we see the real game...I mean, really, anything was going to be a disappointment after that first shot. More details at: {Kotaku]
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By Mark WilsonComment by Novenus: I will understand the fascination with Legos -- physical or virtual. FFS spending $50k on Lego pieces to build a scale... 8 Responses | Other threads
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beatles
All 12 Beatles Albums Newly Remastered, MP3 Distribution Coming Soon?
Beatles fans and audiophiles alike should be excited that the Liverpool quartet's entire 12-album catalogue will be live and remastered in stere-eree-o on September 9—yes, 9.9.09—the same day that "The Beatles: Rock Band" comes out. More »
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Comment by Lite: is on a boat.: How many times have we heard rumors about such things? Are the Beatles that desperate to stay relevant? 8 Responses | Other threads
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lego
Lego Rock Band to Brick and Roll This Year
According to a missing slide from Harmonix senior designer's presentation at GDC, there will be a Lego Rock Band this year. The question is: Will it come with custom instruments like the Beatles' version? More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by tylerstyle: What could they possibly add to the gameplay with this move? It makes ZERO sense. Z E R O! The band in... 3 Responses | Other threads
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guitars
Zivix Headliner Guitar Will Befuddle the Guitar Hero Haters
Legitimate guitarists have a beef with Guitar Hero/Rock Band mainly because they make people think they can actually play guitar. But what of the Zivix Headliner, a real guitar that works with these games? More »
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By Jack LoftusComment by Tim Reid: Well is it Zivix or Divix? I mean obviously by clicking the link I know it's Zivix, but geez... 12 Responses | Other threads
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beatles
Beatles: Rock Band Will Come With Custom Beatles Instruments
The fact that there's a new Rock Band:Beatles iteration is coming this year isn't a surprise, but the fact that they're going to have custom Beatles instruments is. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by AKAuser: The only custom guitar I want is a Eddie Van Halen 5150 replica. Who needs this pop band crap?... 7 Responses | Other threads
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games
Headbang Hero Delights Hardest-Core Rhythm Gamers, Chiropractors
It's the next obvious step in the progression, and the one essential ingredient Rock Band forgot: Strap on Headbang Hero's accelerometer-equipped wireless wig, flash the horns, and show those emo girlymen how it's done. More »
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By John MahoneyComment by YourTechSupport: *yawn* Wake me up when they put out Mosh Pit Hero. 3 Responses | Other threads
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gaming
Rock Band Ottoman Stores Your Controllers, Stifles Your Dreams
Rock Band is just about perfect until you're done playing, look around, and realize your living room is full of Playskool toys and you can't actually play guitar. This ottoman solves one of those problems. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by OGHowie: This is actually not bad since I need to change our coffee table because of our baby. I don't... 5 Responses | Other threads
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ces 2009
Disney Star Guitarist: Guitar Hero, But With Real Guitars
Any real guitarist will tell you that Guitar Hero has nothing to do with any real-world instrument. Disney, surprisingly, has created an educational and inoffensive spin that uses a real guitar as a controller. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by albokay: great, another thing id like that they wont put a left handed version out for. 8 Responses | Other threads
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review
Rock Band M.I.C. Combines Microphone, Xbox Controller in One
Kotaku gave the new Mad Catz M.I.C. Rock Band mic a spin, and they really liked the added functionality it brings to the game. The price, on the other hand, got them less excited. -
announcements
Funde Razor SF is TONIGHT
In case you didn't notice our previous posts, we're hosting a little event (with Wired Game|Life) called Funde Razor in SF where you can play Rock Band for charity. And it's going down TONIGHT. More » -
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Have Fake Guitar Games Finally Peaked?
Good news for those of us with injuries from tripping over plastic guitars only to land on a plastic drumset. According to Electronic Entertainment Design and Research, the Guitar Hero franchise is "reaching its peak."
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By Mark WilsonComment by kthxbai: Ohhh thats a sick pic... RIP DIMEBAG DARRELL Maybee Guitar Hero and Rock Band would have a better following with more... 7 Responses | Other threads
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peripherals
Nyko Metal Pedal: Music Games to Fully Embrace Satan
Someone give somebody at Nyko a raise, because they finally remembered the most important component of any pretend rock setup: Skeletons!
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By Mark WilsonComment by anus1220: 20$? not bad, too bad i payed 300$ for my iron cobra's. i hate the fact that gh and rb require... 3 Responses | Other threads
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video games
Activision Screws Up Their Own Guitar Hero Compatibility Charts
At first glance, these Activision-made Guitar Hero/Rock Band instrument compatibility charts appear very handy. That is, until you realize that they're completely overrun by inaccuracies. It didn't take long for the Kotaku commenters to rip apart the list, with one reader finding flaws with data on each platform. So we're left with one question: More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by pekosROB: OH yeah, and why is it that RB "instruments" all work with GH but not the other way around? Does... 4 Responses | Other threads
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iphone apps
The Week in iPhone Apps: Ch-Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes!
A lot of things changed this week. A lot. Personally I could not be happier (not one bit), but even if it's good, change can often be a bumpy process. But you know what never changes? The tidal of wave of new applications that hits the App Store each and every week. Our rock. Let us dive in. More »
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By John MahoneyComment by JackMatt: need to start The Week in GPhone Apps. 2 Responses | Other threads
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guitar hero
Entrench Gender Norms While Breaking Them With Pink Guitar Hero Controllers
As a chick who's incredibly into both gaming and tech stuff, one of my biggest pet peeves EVER is the pinkification of girl stuff. Want to make me automatically hate something? Make it a shade of dusted coral. So despite these Aly & AJ-designed Rock Band and Guitar Hero-compatible controllers being in somewhat interesting shapes and relatively stylish (if you're 16) patterns... my first reaction is to want to puke all over them. Still, just because I can't stand pink doesn't mean there aren't gamer girls out there who actually do like the whole cutesy-wootsey ultra-femme look—if you know one, you can pick up one of these for $70 at Daisy Rock Girl Guitars. Oh god, just the name of that store makes me nauseous. [Daisy Rock via Popgadget]
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By Elaine ChowComment by Shamoononon, Vampire Grater - Now SWF: There is no around this comment because I know the next guy will make it... Looks like a pair a dusted... 4 Responses | Other threads
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liars
PS3 Guitar Hero Drums Aren't Working in Rock Band
Since Guitar Hero: World Tour features a full set of instruments that are nearly identical to Rock Band's, Activision decided that it was time to take the high road and make their PS3 hardware completely compatible with their competition. Great, right? Well it is, except for one minor catch: PS3 Guitar Hero drums are not working in Rock Band. Oh, and the Rock Band mic isn't working in Guitar Hero, either. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by The Chad: Why do people buy both? It's the same freakin' thing but then I guess I don't understand this craze anyways 4 Responses | Other threads
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axe
Gene Simmons' Badass Battleaxe Guitar For Rock Band and Guitar Hero
Whether you are a KISS fan or not, you have to admit that this Rock Band and Guitar Hero compatible replica of his signature bass is just...plain...awesome. I know it is hard to look away, but if I could have your attention for just a moment you might be interested to know that it also features a bi-directional strum bar, ultra-responsive fret buttons, an analog whammy bar and an $80 price tag. Appropriately enough, it is set to be released on Halloween. [Amazon via Kotaku]
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By Sean FallonComment by kaiban: can i get a replica tongue to go with that guitar? 5 Responses | Other threads
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guitar hero
Logitech Premiere Edition Guitar Is Such, Such Guitar Hero Overkill
The Logitech Wireless Guitar Controller, Premiere Edition shows that even a keyboard and mouse manufacturer is ready to challenge Fender in the world of high end game guitars. The $250 PS2/PS3 accessory features a premium build including a genuine wood neck, rosewood fingerboard and metal frets. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Muffgun: Probably missing the point, but um, why not just like, you know, learn to play a real guitar ? 14 Responses | Other threads
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microphones
Logitech Wireless Vantage Mic, So Your 'Fans' Can't Hang Themselves
For when cords limit your artistic freedom (or screeching Rock Band karaoke), Logitech has announced a wireless version of their Vantage microphone (old model pictured here). Syncing via 2.4GHz frequencies, the Vantage can connect to PC, Xbox 360, Wii and PS3 through a USB dongle that holds (but doesn't charge) the mic when not in use. Operating for 20 hours from distances of 30 feet, the wireless Vantage will be available this December for $80. But until someone releases a decent wireless mic that transmodulates my voice to Seal's, I'm not buying. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Lite: is on a boat.: As a child my sister had one of these, and would stand around singing and dancing in front of my... 2 Responses | Other threads
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drumsticks review
Lightning Review: Illuminated LED Drumsticks For Rock Band, Guitar Hero World Tour
The Gadget: These illuminated LED drumsticks from The Ant Commandos light up when smacked, which give your Rock Band or Guitar Hero drumming a extra level of "light up stage show". They're made of plastic and are heavier than the wooden sticks, and are powered by two AA batteries (included). It's kinda goofy, but so is playing plastic instruments in your living room. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by Mr_LaZy: Wow, as a real drummer, I have to say they're going overboard on this one... Smack this thing against a crash... 3 Responses | Other threads
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rock band
Rock Band 2 Instruments Vs Rock Band 1 Instruments, In Decibels
In Jason's review of Rock Band 2's peripherals, he called the updated instruments not a necessity but "a bonus for people who were patient enough to wait for Rock Band 2." In other words, the new instruments were all around nicer to play than the old instruments. But what about the pesky sound output? My wife drummed so loudly in Rock Band 1, I'd have to put on headphones to play (she just rocks too hard for my old lady ears). Joystiq has done a quasi-scientific decibel analysis of the new drums and guitar, and they've found a moderate improvement there, too. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by inspiredEpic: what, no double-bass pedal? Le' sigh 5 Responses | Other threads
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review
Rock Band 2 Wireless Guitar and Drums Hardware Review
Just like the actual Rock Band 2 game, the new Rock Band 2 peripherals work more at refining the experience than redefining it. The wireless guitar and wireless drum kit add a bit of freedom from tripping and crashing into coffee tables, as well as minor design decisions that only improve your fake rocking out. The improvements aren't different or better enough for Rock Band 1 owners to throw out their current gear and buy these versions, but they are a great bonus for people who are buying the Rock Band 2 set. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by tkohrs2002: They need to make a telecaster controller. That would be sick. 4 Responses | Other threads
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rock band 2
Rock Band 2 Standalone Instruments Shipping Next Week
When the original Rock Band released, there was a huge distribution hiccup and standalone instruments (like an extra guitar or set of drums) just wasn't something you could buy right away. But it appears that involved parties have learned from their mistakes and the new Rock Band 2 instruments will be available individually with the Xbox 360 game's release sometime next week (ironically, you won't be able to buy the original combo though). The wireless drums run $90, the wireless guitar $70 and the monster ION drum kit $300. I'd just gotten over Rock Band/Guitar Hero...and now I find myself mentally budgeting... [Joystiq]
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By Mark WilsonComment by efenili: wait a second, $300 for the monster whatever the hell drums? ARE YOU CRAZY? 1 Responses | Other threads
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rock band 2
Exporting Songs From Rock Band 1 to Rock Band 2 Will Require Code, Five Bucks, HDD Space
One of Rock Band 2's more thoughtful features is that you'll be able to export most of the tracks from your Rock Band 1 disc to play in Rock Band 2 on the Xbox 360 (DLC works with it automatically). Harmonix has just dropped some of the details on how you'll make this happen. It's easy, and it'll cost you about $5 (and a considerable chunk of hard drive space), as expected. More » -
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Rock Band and Guitar Hero Instruments Will Finally Play Nice Together on PS3
After bickering between Activision and Harmonix meant you couldn't use Guitar Hero's guitars with Rock Band on the PS3 ('cause Activision wanted moolah for Harmonix to release the patch), Sony has grabbed them both firmly by the nuts and said "everybody's instruments must work with everybody's games." More » -
rock band
Guitar Hero and Rock Band Controller Mod For Finicky Fingers
Guitar Hero fans usually hate the Rock Band guitar controller and vice versa. Instructables has a pretty good how-to that can solve the problem for Guitar Hero fans at the cost of a Rock Band controller. It's a way to mash up an old PS2 Guitar Hero controller with the Rock Band Fender guitar and make a perfect hybrid with raised keys a clicky strum. You could just use an Xbox 360 Guitar Hero controller for Rock Band if you're on an Xbox 360, but where's the fun in that? [Instructables]
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By Matt HickeyComment by Magnakai Haaskivi: @HeartBurnKid, creepy morbid freak, @Soulgenesis: Whoops, I totally missed that the guitars were already broken. My bad on that one. more » | Other threads
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rock band 2
Rock Band 2 Is Only as Great as Its Instruments (Which Look Great)
A normal game demo features a kiosk, maybe a couch, and it's all a pretty ho hum experience save for the fact that you're usually playing a game that won't be released for anywhere from a several months to a few years. But when testing out Rock Band 2, it's set up on a stage with professional lights, mixing boards and speakers. And, of course, their add-on fog machine. It all reminded me how freaking expensive this whole music game madness has become, but also just how far it had come.
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By Mark WilsonComment by Bokusatsu_Tenshi: RockBand 3 will probably have a real DrumKit with stuff that will convert the sounds to digital signal... more » | Other threads
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rock band 2
Official Rock Band 2 Track List (Plus Carry Over "Most" of Rock Band's Disc Tracks!)
Harmonix has officially unveiled the track list for Rock Band 2. Besides being packed with rock gods like AC/DC exclusively, GNR's Chinese Democracy's official debut, Alice in Chains and Rage Against the Machine (I'm a child of the 90's), and full backwards compatibility with all DLC songs, you can "export most of the Rock Band disc tracks and upgrade them into Rock Band 2 gameplay," giving real teeth to EA's claim that it's the "largest music catalogue" of any music game ever. One disc, all your songs, truly amazing—thanks for not screwing gamers, Harmonix. Every track and all the details below.
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Comment by digitallyborn: "2. AFI "Girl's Gone Grey" 2000's" Isn't the song called "Girl's Not Grey"? Hmm. 1 Responses | Other threads
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rock band 2
Premium Rock Band 2 Drum Kit Surfaces: "Badass" Is The Word You're Looking For
I play Rock Band like a champ, and when I'm with my crew I'm usually on drums. I'm a drummer, and I love playing them, and the included drum controller always seemed just fine to me. Kotaku found this photo of the premium Rock Band 2 kit and I've decided I must have it. UPDATE: OK, so this kit doesn't ship with Rock Band 2, it's an $300 optional purchase. More »
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By Matt HickeyComment by Mauro Alejandro Francis: lol To: Niemassacre i quote " the ladies like it too "lo lwhat if your not INTO ladies hahaha ps i aint gay more » | Other threads
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review
Lightning Review: Rock Band Drum Covers Dampen Your Furious Beatings
The Gadget: Stitched drum covers for Rock Band from "Premium Rock Band Drum Covers", which give you five different levels of padding for sound dampening. They come in four-color style, all-black, and four-color with a white sidewall for the Wii.
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By Jason ChenComment by seamonkey420: man, those are freaking fugly.. i opted for the official ones and they seem to work just fine and look a... more » | Other threads
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rock band 2
Rock Band 2 Announced, Sets Hardware and Software Precedents
Any fans of Rock Band in the audience? I said, ARE THERE ANY FANS OF ROCK BAND IN THE AUDIENCE??? YEAAHHH!!!!!!! Rock Band 2 is on the way. Here are the full details, along with a picture of the new guitar.
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By Mark WilsonComment by Rockband2lover: Floyd?! Great i love them., need a link to confirm this. this.. is just great. if a band that fights... more » | Other threads
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guitar hero
The Ant Commandos' Wireless Bass Guitar For Guitar Hero, Rock Band
One of our main complaints about playing bass on Guitar Hero or Rock Band is that the guitars aren't bass guitars. The Ant Commandos, a company that specializes in making cheaper versions of video game accessories, has just released a wireless PS2/PS3 bass guitar. It doesn't solve the problem of not being able to double-strum with two fingers, which the Mad Catz version does, but it is long necked like a real bass. The Widow Maker is available now for $69. [Ant Commandos]
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By Jason ChenComment by ShockTerminal: @kodo: Most, not all.My Dad plays a 5 string bass. more » | Other threads
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Guitar Hero World Tour
Guitar Hero World Tour's Touch-Guitar Previewed (Best Guitar Controller Yet)
IGN has the first hands on with Guitar Hero World Tour, which continues the instrument one-upmanship with a touch-sensitive neck on its more guitar-sized guitar that'll let you do lots of wicked stuff like alter notes during a sustain above and beyond the whammy bar, or tap it to play like a slap bass. In the music creator, you can use it to do things like mess with the drum machine in real time, tweak loops or add sustains or staccato notes. Overall, the new guitar—and the game—sound awesome, and not just a straight rip on Rock Band, which has us excited. [IGN via Game Life]
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Comment by rdown69: the whole game is goin to be super hard and expensive. but the guitar is goin to be bad ass.... more » | Other threads
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