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Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine I - Black
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$23.00
Catalog #:	BUDDHA01-BLACK

This is the original Buddha Machine, first released to worldwide acclaim in 2005. Now available with barcodes and available to order by color choice: Black, Blue, Green, Orange, Pink, Red & White. The all-new, all exciting Buddha Machine II (aka 2.0, with nine new loops, 3 new colors) is also being released in Nov. 2008, but don't forget the original! FM3 present the Buddha Machine, a unique "soundbox" from China which is causing sensation worldwide. The Buddha Machine is a small musical loop player, built kind of like a little AM radio -- but without all the nonsense. Total genius from out of nowhere, it comes with an integrated speaker, a volume control, a mini jack-out and a switch to choose between nine different loops which are stored on a small chip and can be directly played by this mini soundsystem. A totally dazzling item which causes jaw-dropping delight everywhere -- Alan Bishop bought twenty-four of these on sight, Brian Eno bought eight (how's that for apocalyptical math?). FM3 are a duo of Christiaan Virant and Chinese keyboardist and computer musician Zhang Jian who create loop-based ambient electronic music. Based in Beijing, they came upon a small box used at Buddhist temples to chant or play prayers. Explains Virant: "...there are a number of different explanations of why they invented this box in China. Some people say it's because modern people are too lazy to go to the temples to say the chants to the Buddha like they used to, so they invented this small machine to do it for them." FM3 gave it a name and began manufacturing it in 2005. In two years, they sold nearly 50,000 of them. The Buddha Machine is not an iPod. It's not loaded with features. It's simply a small plastic box -- available in an assortment of colors -- that plays nine different loops. The possibilities of how you listen to it, however, are infinite. [Please note that the original Buddha Machine comes packaged with 2 double AA batteries, for now; this will be discontinued in the near future.]

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine II - Aqua
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$23.00
Catalog #:	BUDDHA02-AQUA

Two new colors of the Buddha Machine 2.0 -- aqua and lime. Blurring the line between music box and musical instrument, the Buddha Machine 2.0 is an interactive album that lets users customize the listening experience. Drop the pitch and the music ebbs in a low ambient drone. Boost the speed and suddenly it's alive with melody. Add a few more machines, set them at different speeds and you have an evolving audio perfume. Plug it into a mixer, add some beats or vocals or guitar... FM3 won't mind. In fact, they encourage people to use the Buddha Machine as inspiration. Since its release in 2005, the original Buddha Machine has sold more than 50,000 units worldwide and has won praise from artists as diverse as Daft Punk, Gorillaz, Low, Monolake, Sunn O))), Blixa Bargeld and Mike Patton. Legendary producer Brian Eno was the first customer for the original Buddha Machine and nearly 3 years later told FM3 he still "cherishes" his purchase! Similar in shape and design to the original Buddha Machine, but boasting more robust construction and improved sound quality. For those who haven't experienced the pleasure of the original, the Buddha Machine is essentially a small plastic box that plays ambient loops. The loops repeat endlessly until the "track" is switched or the two AA batteries (not included) run out. The machine has its own built-in speaker and there is also a headphone jack for a more personal experience. But the charm of the device isn't nearly as specific: the Buddha Machine has a calming presence in today's fast-paced world. Its charm mixes with FM3's innovative music to provide the owner with an experience that is hard to define. Essentially, it's a box with a life, a tool for living, and to many, it's a friend. Founded in 1999 by Christiaan Virant and Zhang Jian, FM3 are considered pioneers of electronic music in China. Inspired by Buddhist prayer boxes found at temples around Asia, the duo released the original Buddha Machine in April 2005, winning acclaim in publications including BoingBoing.net, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, XLR8R, and basically everywhere else.

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine II - Brown
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$23.00
Catalog #:	BUDDHA02-BROWN

The Beijing-based duo FM3 is back with an all-new version of their wildly successful 2005 release, the Buddha Machine. Introducing Buddha Machine 2.0: 9 new loops. 3 new colors. Pitch bend. Blurring the line between music box and musical instrument, the Buddha Machine 2.0 is an interactive album that lets users customize the listening experience. Drop the pitch and the music ebbs in a low ambient drone. Boost the speed and suddenly its alive with melody. Add a few more machines, set them at different speeds and you have an evolving audio perfume. Plug it into a mixer, add some beats or vocals or guitar... FM3 won't mind. In fact, they encourage people to use the Buddha Machine as inspiration. Since its release in 2005, the original Buddha Machine has sold more than 50,000 units worldwide and has won praise from artists as diverse as Daft Punk, Gorillaz, Low, Monolake, Sunn O))), Blixa Bargeld and Mike Patton. Legendary producer Brian Eno was the first customer for the original Buddha Machine and nearly 3 years later told FM3 he still "cherishes" his purchase! Similar in shape and design to the original Buddha Machine, but boasting more robust construction and improved sound quality, the 2.0 comes in three colors: burgundy, grey and brown. For those who haven't experienced the pleasure of the original, the Buddha Machine is essentially a small plastic box that plays ambient loops. The loops repeat endlessly until the "track" is switched or the two AA batteries (not included) run out. The machine has its own built-in speaker and there is also a headphone jack for a more personal experience. But the charm of the device isn't nearly as specific: the Buddha Machine has a calming presence in today's fast-paced world. Its charm mixes with FM3's innovative music to provide the owner with an experience that is hard to define. Essentially, it's a box with a life, a tool for living, and to many, it's a friend. Founded in 1999 by Christiaan Virant and Zhang Jian, FM3 are considered pioneers of electronic music in China. Inspired by Buddhist prayer boxes found at temples around Asia, the duo released the original Buddha Machine in April 2005, winning acclaim in publications including BoingBoing.net, The New York Times and Arthur magazine.

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine III - Chan Fang Black
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$20.00
Catalog #:	BUDDHA03-BLACK

Aural bliss in a see-thru box! The all-new, third-gen Buddha Machine from Beijing duo Christiaan Virant and Zhang Jian. Pure, crystal-clear melody. Four extended-play loops. Advanced 12K audio quality and "deja-vu" translucent styling make Chan Fang the freshest Buddha ever! Chan Fang, which translates as "Zen Room," sees the duo swap drones and tones from their first two Buddha releases for unadulterated classical loops. All tracks were composed and performed on the Qin, a seven-string zither revered as the grand-daddy of Chinese instruments. Deep, sonorous tuning and complex harmonic overtones give the Qin a contemplative and soothing voice. Turn on Chan Fang and soundtrack your life. Tweak the pitch to match your mood. Pair it with another Buddha Machine for a pocket orchestra to enlighten your morning commute, long bath, thinking, reading, relaxing, romancing? Chan Fang comes in five plastic-fantastic colors to match even the most fashion-forward lifestyle -- retro Red, Blue, Black, Clear and Forest Green. Christiaan and Zhang were pioneers of electronic music in China even before releasing their first-generation Buddha Machine in 2005. Fueled by praise in media as diverse as tech blog BoingBoing, The New York Times and the avant-rock Arthur magazine, the Buddha Machine series has become one of the most talked-about ambient music releases of all time. Requires two AA batteries (not included).

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha4 - Green
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$23.50
Catalog #:	BUDDHA04-GREEN

Green-colored Buddha Machine. Buddha4. Groovy day-glo colors. Dreamy new loops! The Beijing-based duo of Christiaan Virant and Zhang Jian are back with Generation Four of the world's funnest, friendliest pocket loop player. The new Buddha comes in four eye-catching neon colors and sees the duo return to the quiet, kinetic tones which made their original machine an overnight sensation. Buddha Machine 1, 2 and 3 have won consistent praise in media worldwide, from sources a diverse as Pitchfork, The New Yorker and The Wall Street Journal. In his recent best-selling book How Music Works, David Byrne cites the Buddha Machine as an early glimpse into the future of music. And fans around the world continue to enjoy the device as a source of tranquil tunes and musical inspiration, with hundreds of remix works posted on Soundcloud, Bandcamp and other online outlets. Requires 2 AA batteries (not included).

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha4 - Orange
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$23.50
Catalog #:	BUDDHA04-ORG

Orange-colored Buddha Machine. Buddha4. Groovy day-glo colors. Dreamy new loops! The Beijing-based duo of Christiaan Virant and Zhang Jian are back with Generation Four of the world's funnest, friendliest pocket loop player. The new Buddha comes in four eye-catching neon colors and sees the duo return to the quiet, kinetic tones which made their original machine an overnight sensation. Buddha Machine 1, 2 and 3 have won consistent praise in media worldwide, from sources a diverse as Pitchfork, The New Yorker and The Wall Street Journal. In his recent best-selling book How Music Works, David Byrne cites the Buddha Machine as an early glimpse into the future of music. And fans around the world continue to enjoy the device as a source of tranquil tunes and musical inspiration, with hundreds of remix works posted on Soundcloud, Bandcamp and other online outlets. Requires 2 AA batteries (not included).

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha4 - Red
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$23.50
Catalog #:	BUDDHA04-RED

Red-colored Buddha Machine. Buddha4. Groovy day-glo colors. Dreamy new loops! The Beijing-based duo of Christiaan Virant and Zhang Jian are back with Generation Four of the world's funnest, friendliest pocket loop player. The new Buddha comes in four eye-catching neon colors and sees the duo return to the quiet, kinetic tones which made their original machine an overnight sensation. Buddha Machine 1, 2 and 3 have won consistent praise in media worldwide, from sources a diverse as Pitchfork, The New Yorker and The Wall Street Journal. In his recent best-selling book How Music Works, David Byrne cites the Buddha Machine as an early glimpse into the future of music. And fans around the world continue to enjoy the device as a source of tranquil tunes and musical inspiration, with hundreds of remix works posted on Soundcloud, Bandcamp and other online outlets. Requires 2 AA batteries (not included).

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha4 - Yellow
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$23.50
Catalog #:	BUDDHA04-YEL

Yellow-colored Buddha Machine. Groovy day-glo colors. Dreamy new loops! The Beijing-based duo of Christiaan Virant and Zhang Jian are back with Generation Four of the world's funnest, friendliest pocket loop player. The new Buddha comes in four eye-catching neon colors and sees the duo return to the quiet, kinetic tones which made their original machine an overnight sensation. Buddha Machine 1, 2 and 3 have won consistent praise in media worldwide, from sources a diverse as Pitchfork, The New Yorker and The Wall Street Journal. In his recent best-selling book How Music Works, David Byrne cites the Buddha Machine as an early glimpse into the future of music. And fans around the world continue to enjoy the device as a source of tranquil tunes and musical inspiration, with hundreds of remix works posted on Soundcloud, Bandcamp and other online outlets. Requires 2 AA batteries (not included).

Artist:	FM3
Title:	HeXieFu
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	CD
Price:	$23.00
Catalog #:	FM3 001CD

"As a response to China's astonishing economic progress over the last ten years, it's often claimed that the country still lacks a 'global brand.' Well, it may not have the same visibility as Coke� or Nike� just yet, but in the past few years, the FM3 Buddha Machine has become a 'lifestyle product' of choice throughout the world. From its humble origins, the Buddha launched with a happy synchronicity coinciding with early patronages from Mr. Ambient, Brian Eno, and the wildly enthusiastic Alan Bishop of Seattle's ground-breaking Sublime Frequencies organization. Progress was rapid as the Buddha Machine moved through into more advanced versions, even a hyper-rare edition made of Pu'er tea. It became the meditative tool of choice amongst the intercontinental super-hip and a ceremonial plaything for those in the know. Now, co-conspirators Christiaan Virant and Zhang Jian have brought their baby back home, opening up its embedded loops for remix, re-making and reversioning by the cream of China's contemporary musicians, from their old friend superstar Dou Wei, to the 8bit wunderkind Sulumi aka Sun Dawei through to the legendary Huan Qing, Sichuanese instrument-maker, field recordist and maverick musician. The result is a delightful kaleidoscope of what is best in the approach of Chinese musicians today, the notion of re-use of elements is integral to the Chinese culture and this shines through in this marvellous new collection." --Steve Barker, BBC On The Wire & The Wire magazine)
HeXieFu comes as a worldwide limited edition of 2,000 copies featuring a re-usable and re-sealable gold foil package, commemorative FM3 coin, a series of individually-numbered FM3 "VIP" cards and gold metallic FM3 sticker. The packing, design and even name of HeXieFu continues FM3's guiding design principle of using items from daily life and repurposing them for the music and art world. "HeXie" means "Harmony" and "Fu" is one of the most-used characters in the Chinese vocabulary. It means "good fortune" or "luck" and Fu stickers are placed on doors and walls across the land during the Chinese Lunar New Year. The gold foil packaging is normally used for storing one of China's greatest joys: Oolong tea. Our commemorative coins are cast in metal from the very same factory that makes belt buckles, rings, necklaces and other metal items for the world's leading fashion labels. Your coin could have been a Gucci! And our plastic, members-only "VIP" cards -- ubiquitous in status-conscious modern China -- pay tribute to the colors of the original Buddha Machines.

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Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine I - Blue
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$23.00
Catalog #:	BUDDHA01-BLUE

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine I - Green
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$23.00
Catalog #:	BUDDHA01-GREEN

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine I - Orange
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$23.00
Catalog #:	BUDDHA01-ORANGE

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine I - Pink
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$23.00
Catalog #:	BUDDHA01-PINK

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine I - Red
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$23.00
Catalog #:	BUDDHA01-RED

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine I - White
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$23.00
Catalog #:	BUDDHA01-WHITE

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine II - Burgundy
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$23.00
Catalog #:	BUDDHA02-BURG

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine II - Grey
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$23.00
Catalog #:	BUDDHA02-GREY

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine II - Lime
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$23.00
Catalog #:	BUDDHA02-LIME

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine III - Chan Fang Blue
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$20.00
Catalog #:	BUDDHA03-BLUE

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine III - Chan Fang Clear
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$20.00
Catalog #:	BUDDHA03-CLEAR

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine III - Chan Fang Green
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$20.00
Catalog #:	BUDDHA03-GREEN

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine III - Chan Fang Red
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	Soundbox
Price:	$20.00
Catalog #:	BUDDHA03-RED

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine (schematic) T-shirt - Medium
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	MENS MED T-SHIRT
Price:	$20.00
Catalog #:	FM3 T1-M

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine T-Shirt - Medium
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	MENS MED T-SHIRT
Price:	$20.00
Catalog #:	FM3 T2-M

Artist:	FM3
Title:	Buddha Machine T-Shirt - Small
Label:	FM3 (CHINA)
Format:	MENS SMALL T-SHIRT
Price:	$20.00
Catalog #:	FM3 T2-S