Gamers assemble your bands and prepare for rockitude!  Harmonix and MTV Games announced yesterday that its highly anticipated music videogame Rock Band has gone gold, is in final production and manufacturing, and set for launch.  This news has reportedly sent thousands of crazy, wannabe boy bands into a frenzy.

The Rock Band Special Edition Bundle will be available in North America on November 20th for the suggested retail price of $169.99.  The game alone will retail for $59.99.  Details and price across other platforms can be found here.

“Rock Band is a true symbol of Harmonix’s vision, dedication and passion for music and after two years of development, we are thrilled that Rock Band is finally ready to get in the hands of rock fans everywhere,” said Alex Rigopolous, CEO of Harmonix. “We have a small army filling our warehouses with final product, ready for our November 20th ship date so players can fulfill their rock and roll aspirations. Now, our focus is putting together an amazing selection of downloadable music content for players so players can continue to further customize their Rock Band experience post launch.”

Details on the Rock Band Special Edition Bundle

The Xbox 360 version of the Rock Band Special Edition Bundle will feature a wired drum kit, microphone and Fender Stratocaster guitar controller as well as a USB hub for easy plug-in access for all instruments.  Standalone instrument peripherals for Rock Band, including a wireless guitar option for the Xbox 360, will be available at a later date to be announced.

Are you ready to rock?  If you missed it, be sure to check our the Harmonix crew playing a little Mississippi Queen right here at U360!