July 14, 2017
Every guitarist loves pedals, and most have at least a handful in their collection. When you’re first venturing into distortion and other pedal effects, it can be difficult to know exactly where to begin. At the end of the day, most guitar pedals look alike–so what makes them so different? While distortion and overdrive have […]
July 12, 2017
In case you’re not familiar, a preamp’s job is to take an audio signal and give that signal shape and definition before the signal is output through speakers, headphones, or other audio gear. Critical in creating quality sound, a preamp can add character, warmth, and dimension to music. It might sound like a pretty boring […]
June 27, 2017
If you’re interested in learning to play the electric guitar, you’ll find that there’s a lot to consider. For most people, it’s a bit overwhelming at first. Once you’ve decided which electric guitar you’re going to purchase, you need to decide what kind of amp you’re going to get. While it may not seem as […]
June 13, 2017
There’s one thing virtually every guitar player wants, and it’s perfect tone. Some guitarists even spend their entire life pursuing it. For others, perfect tone is slightly out of reach–reserved for the guitar gods they idolize on the radio. Although perfect tone may seem impossible, there are plenty of things you can do make the […]
May 27, 2017
Many student musicians and their parents are amazed at the sheer volume of strings available for their instrument. At times, the selection can even seem overwhelming, particularly for those who have never had to purchase strings before. Since trying out every type of string on the market is unrealistic, we’ll explain some of the characteristics […]
May 15, 2017
So, you’ve been playing the cello for a few years, know all the basics, and are ready to start experimenting with your sound. Chances are, you’ve come across a cello pickup in music stores or while browsing online, and are curious about what it is and how it can improve your sound. For most beginner […]
April 30, 2017
If you or your child are interested in learning to play the trombone, there’s a lot you’re going to learn. Inexperienced and aspiring trombone players may not be aware, for example, that the mouthpiece is arguably the most important part of the instrument. To the untrained eye, trombone mouthpieces all appear to be similar in […]
April 20, 2017
During my time as a teacher I’ve witnessed countless students coming into band or lessons with a shiny, brand new horn, and the same old, beat up stock or nameless mouthpiece. The thinking goes – if I want to improve my sound, I need to buy a new instrument. It is a misguided thought process […]
April 18, 2017
The first and most important step to finding your ideal setup is selecting a good mouthpiece. The selection process will be different for every player for several reasons. Firstly, everyone has their own concept of sound. Secondly, every person’s physical makeup is unique, with different jaw and teeth structure, size and shape of mouth and […]
April 8, 2017
Young clarinetists often begin their instrumental music study with a plastic student clarinet, such as the Buffet Crampon Prodige. As a student grows in ability and musical maturity, however, the need for a wood clarinet arises. Advancing to a wood clarinet presents many, many options for the consumer and it can be confusing as to […]
