September 1, 2015
You can purchase the most expensive, handcrafted clarinet from the best music store in the country, but if the reed is subpar the clarinet will sound like a cheap, defective instrument purchased from a pawn shop. While every part of a clarinet serves its own purpose in providing that distinct ‘clarinet’ sound, some say […]
August 22, 2015
A fundamental part of being a successful saxophonist is choosing the correct saxophone mouthpiece. Although it’s often a choice made purely out of personal preference, it’s important to understand how a mouthpiece is crafted to maximize sound. Designed to provide saxophonists with the freedom to play different genres, most saxophone mouthpieces fall into two […]
August 13, 2015
When compared to other instruments, flutes are fairly compact and lightweight. Due, in part, to their small size and low weight, proactive measures must be taken to protect a flute from any unnecessary damage. Unfortunately, throwing a flute into any ordinary carrying case won’t offer the level of protection it requires, as each part of […]
July 6, 2015
Flute Buying Guide The flute is one of the most recognizable instruments in the world, not to mention having an incredibly long history. With all that time, and the changes and improvements made year-over-year, it’s evolved into a surprisingly complex instrument despite its small size. The intricacy of the flute may be daunting if you’re […]
May 4, 2015
The Right Drums, Cymbals and Hardware for Your Kit As the old saying goes, a band is only as good as its drummer. Sure, they might not always be out front and in the spotlight like a vocalist or lead guitarist, but drummers are essential to keeping the rest of a group in sync and […]
April 20, 2015
The Key Points of Keyboards Keyboards come in many shapes and sizes, with lots of different features and options… so when you’re buying for the first time, it can be a real challenge to sort through it all. The good news is that it’s not as tough as it seems at first glance. By understanding […]
April 9, 2015
Guitar Effects Pedals: What You Need to Know Essentials of Effects When you first start out playing electric guitar, it goes without saying that it all begins with a guitar and an amplifier. Those are the two most basic parts of your setup, and they’re all you need for learning the fundamentals. Once you have a […]
Buying Your First Electric Guitar Choosing the Right Electric Guitar Model Whether you’re buying for yourself or for a loved one, purchasing a new electric guitar is an exciting experience. From the moment you plug it in to the first chord you strike, it’s a moment that signals the beginning of a musical journey that […]
Buying Your First Bass Guitar No matter what type of music you play, your role as a bass guitarist will be an important one, which is why you need to be sure that your first bass guitar is chosen wisely. The good news is that you’ll have no problem finding a model that’s easy to […]
Buying Your First Acoustic Guitar Guitar Parts 101 Before we get started, let’s take a look at the various parts of the acoustic guitar. For those who have family members and friends who are experienced players, you might already recognize these terms, but it never hurts to refresh yourself on the different components and pieces […]
