Psychedelic trance, or psytrance, gets its energy and complexity from layering melodies on top of each other, pairing them with up-tempo riffs that are ideal for dancing. While there’s a lot of variety in the genre when it comes to the mood and overall style, one constant is the importance of the synth in creating […]
Continue reading →The fast tempos of black metal put a lot of demands on the drummer—and on the equipment he plays. Most out of the box drum kits are going to need some modifications, most notably the addition of a double bass drum and an array of extra cymbals. Having said that, you can find some kits […]
Continue reading →Getting the right guitar for funk is all about the groove. The tight rhythms demand precise articulation from every instrument in the band. When you’re shopping for a funk guitar, you’re looking for one that’s easy to strum and gives you a sparkling clean tone, with the front-end punch that keeps you in the pocket. […]
Continue reading →A classic synth arpeggiation effect is a staple of electronic genres. You’ll also hear it used in classic rock, prog rock, and a plethora of other popular styles. Many modern synths offer some kind of arpeggiator, although they vary widely in quality and how much control you get over the effect. These days, a lot […]
Continue reading →The singer/songwriter with an electric guitar—not exactly the stereotypical image, which usually has the person holding an acoustic instrument. However, there are a lot of good reasons to go electric instead. The various effects and settings on your amp give you a lot more tonal options to play with. Even if you choose not to […]
Continue reading →Finding comfortable guitar necks is harder than it seems since player comfort isn’t a one-size-fits-all proposition. The length of your fingers, overall size of your hands, and specifics of your technique will all play a role in which guitar you find the most comfortable to play. This is the reason luthiers offer so many different […]
Continue reading →The right guitar for garage rock needs to both sound and look good. After all, garage rock is defined by both its sound and its attitude. Sound is always the most important factor when you’re buying an instrument, of course, but your guitar needs to look right, too, if it really wants to fit the […]
Continue reading →The Les Paul is one of the most iconic designs in the history of the electric guitar. The double-cutaway design makes it easy to reach all the frets and has a distinctive aesthetic appeal. Even better, you can get a Les Paul at pretty much every price-point, from affordable entry-level models all the way up […]
Continue reading →So why get a drum set for metal? While it’s true you can play metal on virtually every kind of drum set, will you be able to pull of those sleek blast beats, mini solos on timpani, or even hold a plain gallop without proper gear? So called metal drum kits are made of special […]
Continue reading →Getting a Low D whistle makes a lot of sense. After all, tin whistles or penny whistles are a staple of modern Celtic music, with a distinctive bright, cutting tone that can be happy or haunting, depending on how it’s played. With just six holes and a mouthpiece, it’s one of the simplest instruments you’ll […]
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