Finding the right DMX controller is important since intelligent lighting is an excellent way to make any DJ set or musical performance look as good as it sounds. There’s much debate in the community over whether hardware or software is better for controlling your intelligent lighting system, but the truth is there are distinct advantages […]
Continue reading →In a perfect world, every performance space would have wonderful acoustics, but the unfortunately reality is most places you play won’t have the high ceilings and careful construction that really let your sound sing. A good reverb pedal can make up for the shortfallings of a performance space, adding depth and resonance to your guitar […]
Continue reading →Guitars can be a bit of a tricky beast to tame, especially if you’re going for musical versatility. Every style and every technique have their own ways of being properly played, and they all require different setups or even different guitars. This means that you should choose your instrument wisely if you want to utilize […]
Continue reading →If there is one amplifier brand that epitomizes rock music, it’s Marshall. Associated with some of the all-time greats, as well as the new heroes of guitar music, the company has created a classic brand that no one can touch. And they couldn’t have done it without that amazing, roaring, gritty sound. The manufacturer offers […]
Continue reading →Finding proper drum mics in a studio or with a PA system can be very tricky business. There are enough factors that affect the final audio output to make your head dizzy, whether it’s proper drum tuning, mic placement, the type of the drum itself, and so many more. To reduce the possibility of an […]
Continue reading →It can be tempting to take the cheapest route when buying an instrument for a beginning player, especially if the student is a child. While it’s certainly not necessary to run straight out and buy a Steinway, it is important for a new player to learn on a well-made instrument. A professional pianist can work […]
Continue reading →Playing guitar on Rocksmith can be both more fun and more affordable than immediately going the private instructor route. Playable on Xbox or Playstation systems—or on your PC or Mac—Rocksmith lets you plug in an actual guitar, rather than using the controller-style instruments that came with games like Guitar Hero and Rock Band. While it […]
Continue reading →A well-orchestrated light show can have a major impact on the success of DJ sets or live shows. While most venues have functional house lighting systems, relying exclusively on the venue’s equipment leaves you at their whim, limited in what you can accomplish. For the top quality and control of your show lights, nothing beats […]
Continue reading →Speakers, when playing classical music, are often substandard. The genre’s wide dynamic range means you need a speaker that will produce delicate pianissimos and powerful fortissimos, while the frequency range runs from the deep bass of low brass to the bright treble of a piccolo—and everything in between. Add in the number of voices that […]
Continue reading →Getting good door speakers for bass, as any audiophile will tell you, is to have an appropriately sized woofer. Big driver, big bass. Given this, it’s apparent the difficulties that can come with trying to find a sound system for a car door—a very limited space—that produces a low end with both power and clarity. […]
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