PRODUCT SHOWCASE FORD: Phat One Throne
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FORD: Drumvee Soft Cases Like their rugged military-vehicle namesake, Fords new fubarproof Drumvee soft cases are ready to take on every challenge, in any environment, in order to accomplish their mission. Made from militaryspec digital Camo 600 denier polyester, Drumvee soft cases offer 100% waterproof stability. Between the fabric layers are 1D2" of closed-cell foam to withstand the rigors of the road, plus 1D2" of polyfoam to protect the drums within. All webbing is tear-resistant to 500 lbs., all seams are double-stitched with ballistic polyester thread, and the extra-strong #10 YKK zippers are sewn into each case with a lip that acts as a double gasket to keep moisture from entering. Other features include snaps and O-rings of heavy-duty steel, beefy ergonomic molded rubber handles, and padded shoulder straps. Instead of being round, tom cases feature a proprietary shape that accommodates tom mounts and suspension systems, eliminating the need to buy a case thats one size up from the drums actual size. In addition, every tom case comes with padded inserts that can be used selectively to fit drums of multiple depths. Thus one 12"-diameter case can fit an 8x12, a 9x12, or a 10x12 drum. Snare cases also feature a unique shape, with ears to accommodate todays larger throw-offs and butt plates. One snare case fits 13"- or 14"-diameter drums from 5" to 7" deep, thanks to the included padded inserts. Drummers tend to put a bass drum into a soft case rather than putting the case on the drum, causing the case to fold in on itself. Drumvee soft cases have a hard-foam spine to eliminate this problem. The cases also feature handles on either side to assure non-slip lift, as well as the traditional handle on the top. Each case diameter fits 14", 16", and 20" depths. The Drumvee cymbal bag is made to accommodate a 24" cymbal. Its main compartment features sewn-in soft dividers to accommodate six cymbals. An outside pouch holds hi-hat cymbals up to 16". The bottom of the bag is double-lined, sandwiched around 1D2" high-density foam with industrial webbing. A large gusset pocket hides a key ring to keep keys out of sight. Other pockets are designed for a cell phone and business cards. The DRUMVEE line includes two uniquely designed soft hardware cases. The 32" case accommodates five or more cymbal/boom stands. The 36" case is for the take-everywhere essentials: single or double pedal, hi-hat, snare stand and drum throne. Both bags feature padded dividers to isolate their contents and prevent them from getting scratched or dented from banging together. Handles on either side facilitate two-person lifts; one handle in the middle allows solo lifting. Drumvee soft cases come with a 12-month, bulletproof warranty. In the unlikely event of a fault in a Drumvee case, Ford will repair or replace the case free of charge. Recent products from this company / Other recent products
MARIMBA ONE: New 4000 Series 5-Octave and 4 1/3-Octave Instruments
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Ford has introduced a new model to their Smart Ass line of musicians' thrones: The Phat One. Like other Smart Ass thrones, the Phat One is made of authentic Swedish memory foam. But this seat top is nearly twice as thick as existing models. The Smart Ass Phat One is available in round or moto seat styles, and in the same 40+ color combinations and four tuck 'n' roll stitching styles (Channel, Diamond, large Kustom Diamond, and Thong) as the regular Smart Ass seat line. The Phat One seat top can be ordered alone, or as part of a complete seat pak (top, base, and case). Coordinated seat backs are an optional upgrade.
Marimba One introduced two new instruments this year. The new 4000 Series offers a 5-octave concert-level marimba with a choice of cherry or mahogany frame, Traditional Keyboard with an option to upgrade to our Enhanced Traditional Keyboard, simplified height adjustment system and a resonator color choice of black, gold and burgundy. The 4000 Series has many of the same features of our original instruments, with the classic Marimba One sound at a great value.
The 4 1/3-octave marimba features the 4000 series height-adjustable frame and two voicing options: an Educational or Traditional Keyboard. The Traditional Keyboard is the defining sound of Marimba One. Every marimba we make is custom built to order, and we individually voice each marimba.
