The You Rock Guitar, a multi-use peripheral that acts as a MIDI controller, can be plugged into an amplifier, headphones, or directly to a computer via USB for use with software like GarageBand and Cubase. Most interestingly it’s compatible with Rock Band and Guitar Hero on all three platforms.
It features six steel strings, a full-sized neck, an electronic whammy bar and can be dismantled for carrying around. It also offers a wide range of presets, synth sounds, jam tracks and open tunings and is always in tune. Those looking to replace a Rock Band or Guitar Hero guitar peripheral will need to pick up a Gameflex cartridge as well.
This is basically a dongle that simulates a wireless controller for their particular platform, and two sets of color-coded frets then replicate the buttons on a standard gaming guitar.
You Rock Guitar retails for $199 and platform-specific GameFlex cartridges will cost $19.99 each.
It’s currently available for pre-order from Inspired Instruments and shipping is expected within the next month. Also check out the You Rock Guitar official site.
Published on Jun 15, 2010
