There’s hardly a more famous bass guitar than the good old Squier by Fender. Its well-known body shape combined with the classic yet evergreen sound manages to perform amazingly, as it’s used by a wide variety of musicians. But with numerous different variations of the model, which one should you get? First of all, getting […]
Continue reading →Since their invention in the late ‘60s, electronic drums have evolved into full sets that offer players the same feel and range of sounds they can get out of a standard kit, making them extremely useful in the recording studio, the practice room, or as a way to access a wider range of sounds and […]
Continue reading →From the time they started in 1623 (yes, this is true), Zildjian has been innovating the world of cymbal production. Their founder, Avedis Zildjian, was the first to discover the combination of copper, tin, and silver that produces the unique sonic characteristics modern cymbals are known for. In the 400 years since, the Zildjian Company […]
Continue reading →Getting keywords for hip hop production is a no-brainer. See, with the level of sophistication in modern music editing and production software, it’s entirely possible to record, mix, and produce quality tracks completely on your computer. But just because it’s possible doesn’t mean it’s the best way for you to do it. For many people, […]
Continue reading →The clawhammer style—also known as “frailing”—is a common technique for players of traditional folk string music. The main defining difference between the clawhammer style and other playing techniques is the direction of the picking. Classic techniques for folk or bluegrass use an upwards picking motion; by contrast, the clawhammer method is predominantly a down-picking style, […]
Continue reading →The name Martin has long been synonymous with high-quality acoustic guitars. Founded in 1833, they’re one of the longest-running instrument manufacturers in the United States, and are best-known for their steel-string and flat-top guitars. Martin was also the company that pioneered the dreadnought guitar shape, which was a larger-bodied instrument capable of producing a louder, […]
Continue reading →Like any piece of musical equipment, there’s far more that goes into making a good cymbal than just the kind of metal used in its construction. The way that it’s hammered, the shape and size of the bell—there are a wide variety of factors that give a cymbal its distinctive sound, and all of these […]
Continue reading →What started out as a parts company has grown into one of the most popular guitar brands in the world. Their path to success was paved with awesome metal axes, which brought a brutal sound to their users. It’s no secret that you don’t go out to buy a Schecter guitar for jazz. If you […]
Continue reading →Your choice of ride cymbal is going to be one of the most important factors in getting the right jazz tone. If you’re looking for a traditional, vintage jazz tone, you want to find a relatively dark cymbal with a medium to long sustain. There are certainly modern jazz players using brighter, punchier ride cymbals, […]
Continue reading →The hi-hat is arguably the most important cymbal on your rack when it comes to shaping the overall sound of your groove. It’s an especially distinctive sound in jazz music but has an equally important role in rock, funk, or pretty much any other style you can name. While you can find hi-hats in a […]
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