Musical Instruments Reviews
Dispatched in 7 to 10 working days
- Price
- R 586
- RRP
R 685- (-14%)
nice
Reviewed by Paul D on
solid and does what it needs to
Dispatched in 7 to 10 working days
- Price
- R 2,999
love it
Reviewed by Paul D on
from subtle chorus effects to really intense pulsing stereo width - this pedal has been the little extra spice my synth sounds needed. been used constantly since I bought it, highly recommended.
In Stock
- Price
- R 2,199
- RRP
R 2,995- (-27%)
- Normal Price
R 2,599- (-15%)
Excellent product and service from Raru!
Reviewed by Johan R on
The Rode NT-USB Mini Microphone is a relative new product - it was released in February/March 2020, just days before the Covid-19 lockdown in South Africa started. I did my usual research on the Internet and after reading several reviews of the Microphone by the end of March, I decided that is the product I want.
This review is not so much about the microphone itself, but rather the process I had to go through to eventually receive it.
I did a quick survey on the most well known ecommerce sites of South Africa, and not one had stock. Some did display the product, but when I tried to order it, it was shown as out of stock. I then looked at Amazon in the US - no stock either. Because it is an Australian product, I searched on Amazon Australia. They had stock and indicated that they do ship to South Africa, but when I got to the check-out and entered my delivery address, a message appeared indicating that it cannot be delivered to that address. I assumed this was due the lockdown level 5 that South Africa was in at that stage.
I approached a couple of other suppliers in Australia (Piper's Wollongong Music Centre; Carlingford Music Centre). Although they could supply the product, they were not really geared for international shipping, so I decided against ordering it from them.
I approached Rode in Australia directly. I mentioned the stock situation to them and asked them for a supplier in South Africa. They referred me to Musical Distributors, their distributor in SA. I tried to contact Musical Distributors several times with no luck - no answer by telephone, and no reply by email.
In the meantime I contacted 13 South African online retailers by email (NXT Level, ORMS Direct, Kloppers, Bothners, Wheuer, Stage Audio Works, Musiek Wereld, Audio Spectrum, Camera Tek, TakeAlot, AudioQuip, AudioMart, and Raru). Some did not stock the product, while some indicated it is out of stock with no indication when stock will be available. Most did not even reply.
On 23 April I visited the Raru website (raru.co.za) for the first time. The microphone was listed but indicated as out of stock. I added it to my wish list as requested on the site. I kept on asking about the availability of stock by email. Andrew from Raru's Musical Instruments Dept, replied everytime to inform me about the stock situation.
Eventually, two months later on 23 June, came some good news: I received an automated email from Raru to say the item in my wish list is now available to order. I did not receive any mails or communication from any other retailer where I listed my requirement.
I immediately ordered from Raru and paid. The bad news was that the estimated shipping date was 8 business days later, only the 3rd of July. With mixed feelings I sent a desperate email to Raru asking if the shipping/delivery cannot be expedited. Once again Andrew replied to say the stock is expected a few days sooner, so my microphone could be delivered within 5 business days.
Wednesday morning, 25 June, less than 2 days after I ordered, the parcel was delivered to my front door by COURIER IT. Amazing, effective, professional, excellent!
On top of all this, Raru's price for the microphone was also the best of all the other possible sources, including the Australian suppliers. And the delivery was included - at no extra cost.
This made me very much aware of Raru and I will certainly look at them for future purchases before looking anywhere else. Well done!
As far as the microphone is concerned, I plugged it into a USB port on my PC and everything went as indicated in all the reviews I read. The sound quality is also a vast improvement over my previous microphones - all in line with the reviews. If you have more than one microphone connected to your PC, make sure you select the Rode from your sound settings.
This review is not so much about the microphone itself, but rather the process I had to go through to eventually receive it.
I did a quick survey on the most well known ecommerce sites of South Africa, and not one had stock. Some did display the product, but when I tried to order it, it was shown as out of stock. I then looked at Amazon in the US - no stock either. Because it is an Australian product, I searched on Amazon Australia. They had stock and indicated that they do ship to South Africa, but when I got to the check-out and entered my delivery address, a message appeared indicating that it cannot be delivered to that address. I assumed this was due the lockdown level 5 that South Africa was in at that stage.
I approached a couple of other suppliers in Australia (Piper's Wollongong Music Centre; Carlingford Music Centre). Although they could supply the product, they were not really geared for international shipping, so I decided against ordering it from them.
I approached Rode in Australia directly. I mentioned the stock situation to them and asked them for a supplier in South Africa. They referred me to Musical Distributors, their distributor in SA. I tried to contact Musical Distributors several times with no luck - no answer by telephone, and no reply by email.
In the meantime I contacted 13 South African online retailers by email (NXT Level, ORMS Direct, Kloppers, Bothners, Wheuer, Stage Audio Works, Musiek Wereld, Audio Spectrum, Camera Tek, TakeAlot, AudioQuip, AudioMart, and Raru). Some did not stock the product, while some indicated it is out of stock with no indication when stock will be available. Most did not even reply.
On 23 April I visited the Raru website (raru.co.za) for the first time. The microphone was listed but indicated as out of stock. I added it to my wish list as requested on the site. I kept on asking about the availability of stock by email. Andrew from Raru's Musical Instruments Dept, replied everytime to inform me about the stock situation.
Eventually, two months later on 23 June, came some good news: I received an automated email from Raru to say the item in my wish list is now available to order. I did not receive any mails or communication from any other retailer where I listed my requirement.
I immediately ordered from Raru and paid. The bad news was that the estimated shipping date was 8 business days later, only the 3rd of July. With mixed feelings I sent a desperate email to Raru asking if the shipping/delivery cannot be expedited. Once again Andrew replied to say the stock is expected a few days sooner, so my microphone could be delivered within 5 business days.
Wednesday morning, 25 June, less than 2 days after I ordered, the parcel was delivered to my front door by COURIER IT. Amazing, effective, professional, excellent!
On top of all this, Raru's price for the microphone was also the best of all the other possible sources, including the Australian suppliers. And the delivery was included - at no extra cost.
This made me very much aware of Raru and I will certainly look at them for future purchases before looking anywhere else. Well done!
As far as the microphone is concerned, I plugged it into a USB port on my PC and everything went as indicated in all the reviews I read. The sound quality is also a vast improvement over my previous microphones - all in line with the reviews. If you have more than one microphone connected to your PC, make sure you select the Rode from your sound settings.
Out of Stock
- Price
- R 219
- RRP
R 260- (-16%)
Well worth it
Reviewed by Isaac R on
Excellent quality and good service from Raru
Dispatched in 3 to 5 working days
- Price
- R 139
- RRP
R 165- (-16%)
It's good
Reviewed by Charles S on
I'm satisfied. I got what I payed for. Although, they are ever so slightly longer than the current springs on my guitar. So they didn't give me as much tension I as I was looking for.
Also, the delivery was very fast.
Also, the delivery was very fast.
Dispatched in 6 to 8 working days
- Price
- R 240
- RRP
R 320- (-25%)
- Normal Price
R 289- (-17%)
Get it, beautiful tone
Reviewed by Wise Consumer on
Got this for my bass guitar, wow really impressed, super tone crisp dynamics.
Out of Stock
- Price
- R 2,819
- RRP
R 3,355- (-16%)
Always on point
Reviewed by Ivan P on
Always stunning service from raru. Shipments slightly longer than estimated, but acceptable. Thank you.
Out of Stock
- Price
- R 574
- RRP
R 630- (-9%)
Fantastic long lasting strings
Reviewed by André J on
Really good quality strings that offers long lasting tone and being a pack of 3 offers decent value over buying single packs. This has been my go to strings for my acoustic guitar ever since I 1st tried after a recommendation by a friend
Out of Stock
- Price
- R 480
Fantastic long lasting strings
Reviewed by André J on
Really good quality strings that offers long lasting tone and being a pack of 3 offers decent value over buying single packs
In Stock
- Price
- R 15
Didn't last very long
Reviewed by André J on
Played rehearsal and it failed on the 1st song live, needless to say wasn't impressed
Dispatched in 15 to 25 working days
- Price
- R 887
Great service and quality
Reviewed by Trevor S on
A must for any guitar upgrade, smooth and is sturdy when tuning. Great quality!
Dispatched in 15 to 25 working days
- Price
- R 462
Great service
Reviewed by Trevor S on
Can always rely on RARU to have the part you've looking for. Good quality,
Dispatched in 7 to 10 working days
- Price
- R 1,399
Works as expected
Reviewed by Dane S on
Excellent IEM system for the price. Very happy, have multiple of them.
Out of Stock
- Price
- R 3,213
- RRP
R 4,250- (-24%)
Fantastic
Reviewed by michael S on
Sounds amazing, surprisingly loud for its size. Built in tuner is a great plus. Highly recommend
Out of Stock
- Price
- R 2,110
- RRP
R 2,550- (-17%)
Decent for the price.
Reviewed by michael S on
Does the job, build quality is not the greatest
Out of Stock
- Price
- R 109
awesome product
Reviewed by Warren K on
Good quality and finishes look great. Pity i am just waiting quite long for more stock.
Out of Stock
- Price
- R 656
- RRP
R 720- (-9%)
good strings
Reviewed by Roger M on
fantastic thank you, received all in good order
Dispatched in 6 to 8 working days
- Price
- R 680
- RRP
R 899- (-24%)
I'm a solderless convert
Reviewed by Damian B on
I have two sets of these on a very complex pedalboard that has been through over 50 gigs by this point, never had a failure, and there's enough cable to reconfigure with different lengths at a later stage.
Out of Stock
- Price
- R 105
- RRP
R 125- (-16%)
Awesome Service , quick delivery!
Reviewed by Jamie M on
Awesome Service , quick delivery! Authentic quality product :)
Out of Stock
- Price
- R 1,264
- RRP
R 1,495- (-15%)
Waste of money.
Reviewed by eddie E on
No hardware..
Not available
- Price
- R 1,799
A Page turner that refuses to change mode
Reviewed by Don R on
I ordered one of these and could not get it to change to Mode 3 that I need for my android app. I could not get it to do so and contacted the manufacturer. They asked the usual silly questions to solve the problem but when none worked they recommended sending it back to Raru. Raru then sent it to their local agent who tested it and said it worked properly. I explained the issue and then they decided to replace the unit. Yesterday the new unit arrived and would you believe, it is exactly the same as the previous one!!! So obviously this is a dud product that does NOT do what it is advertised to do.
If you need it to work in Mode 1 (Up/Down arrow) then you may be OK. Otherwise save your money!!!
If you need it to work in Mode 1 (Up/Down arrow) then you may be OK. Otherwise save your money!!!
Out of Stock
- Price
- R 883
- RRP
R 1,050- (-16%)
great
Reviewed by Robert S on
I installed these on PRS Silver Sky and it makes the bridge comfortable to rest your hand on and palm mute, thanks to more body on the saddles.
Out of Stock
- Price
- R 15,001
- RRP
R 17,095- (-12%)
Awesome
Reviewed by Robert S on
HX Stomp is awesome, it does everything as advertised. It also comes with 3 different power adapter plugs, so it's easy to use in ZA.
Fast delivery from Raru as well. Very happy.
Fast delivery from Raru as well. Very happy.
Dispatched in 7 to 10 working days
- Price
- R 1,863
Uncomfortable
Reviewed by Kristo Z on
Don't buy these if you have small ears. I happen to have large ears yet the ear buds still hurt me and fall out while I'm performing, despite having tried out all the different sized tips.
The unit I received is also defective. The left ear bud makes a distorted hissing sound and I had to return them. So I doubt that the quality control is very good.
The unit I received is also defective. The left ear bud makes a distorted hissing sound and I had to return them. So I doubt that the quality control is very good.
Out of Stock
- Price
- R 11,399
- RRP
R 11,999- (-5%)
The Best Midi Controller around (depending on your SAW setup)
Reviewed by tarquin L on
This review is based on using this controller with the MASCHINE DAW.
This is an awesome controller that does exactly as promised. If working in Maschine you will get seamless and in-deph DAW integration as well as all buttons on Native Instruments products (Mondark, Massive, kontakt, Reaktor, etc) fully mapped and saved with your soft synth.
This takes away all reliance on using a mouse or keyboard for your musical journey and can practically do everything via the keyboard. When using one of the Native Instruments sift synths, this virtually feels like a full-blown synth with all the ease and touch controls that one could need.
Further to this VST instruments and Effects also get mapped (i was amazed at how well it handled this) and translate very well to this keyboard. You will be going on Sonic journeys with this piece of gear in no time at all.
Lastly the keyboard itself is a semi-weighted fatar keyboard , making it extremely expressive and smooth as silk to play.
The only negative is that if you do not sequence in maschine you will be missing out on a lot with this piece of gear. While it still works with other DAWS (presonus one, logic, Cubase, ableton, etc) you still get some daw control and VST integration , however when used in maschine this will shine and become amazing.
I Used this keyboard in conjunction with my maschine mikro and was heavily impressed. The two units compliment, and integrate with, each other perfectly. changing aspects on the mikro changes aspects on the keyboard and vise-versa.
There are many 'surprsies' also in this keyboard that will keep you interested and invested for ages (the fact that the ARP on the keyboard maps notes to midi is probably my favourite. You see the notes mapped in your sequence rather than just the notes which you held on the keyboard. stunning.).
The build quality of the komplete controller is excellent and smacks of quality. It is sturdy, has feet that stick to the table and feels like it will last for ages.
Have fun!
This is an awesome controller that does exactly as promised. If working in Maschine you will get seamless and in-deph DAW integration as well as all buttons on Native Instruments products (Mondark, Massive, kontakt, Reaktor, etc) fully mapped and saved with your soft synth.
This takes away all reliance on using a mouse or keyboard for your musical journey and can practically do everything via the keyboard. When using one of the Native Instruments sift synths, this virtually feels like a full-blown synth with all the ease and touch controls that one could need.
Further to this VST instruments and Effects also get mapped (i was amazed at how well it handled this) and translate very well to this keyboard. You will be going on Sonic journeys with this piece of gear in no time at all.
Lastly the keyboard itself is a semi-weighted fatar keyboard , making it extremely expressive and smooth as silk to play.
The only negative is that if you do not sequence in maschine you will be missing out on a lot with this piece of gear. While it still works with other DAWS (presonus one, logic, Cubase, ableton, etc) you still get some daw control and VST integration , however when used in maschine this will shine and become amazing.
I Used this keyboard in conjunction with my maschine mikro and was heavily impressed. The two units compliment, and integrate with, each other perfectly. changing aspects on the mikro changes aspects on the keyboard and vise-versa.
There are many 'surprsies' also in this keyboard that will keep you interested and invested for ages (the fact that the ARP on the keyboard maps notes to midi is probably my favourite. You see the notes mapped in your sequence rather than just the notes which you held on the keyboard. stunning.).
The build quality of the komplete controller is excellent and smacks of quality. It is sturdy, has feet that stick to the table and feels like it will last for ages.
Have fun!