Guides & News
Reviews, tutorials and buying advice from two decades of covering recording and instrument gear.
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Finding The Right Recording Studio
Most musicians who are able to crank out quality recordings spent some time trying to find the best studio for their needs…
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Fender Squier Vintage Modified Baritone Jazzmaster
Squier presents one of its most distinctive instruments ever in the deeply resounding form of the Vintage Modified Baritone Jazzmaster guitar. Tuned…
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Famous Untrue Music Legends
Ah, if there’s one thing rock ‘n roll has plenty of, its legends and rumors! From the granddaddy of them all…
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Ernie Ball Expression Overdrive Guitar Effects Pedal Review
When we had our first look at the new Ernie Ball Expression Overdrive effects pedal, we found the combination of an expression…
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Electro Harmonix Introduces the Deluxe Big Muff Pi
EHX’s new Deluxe Big Muff is a re-imagined version of the classic Big Muff Pi. Long revered for its sweet singing tone…
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In-Ear Monitor Tips
In-ear monitors are the refined version of the traditional on-stage monitors. They are earpieces that the performer uses to monitor exactly…
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The Difference Between 250k And 500K Guitar Pots
You might have noticed that single-coil pickup guitars tend to come with 250K pots (potentiometers) while humbucker equipped axes tend to sport…
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Top Ways To Promote Your Music
With so many other talented artists and bands awash in the music industry, making your music stand out from the rest…
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Common Causes Of PA Speaker Damage
A good PA system setup is a pricey investment. The last thing you want to do is completely ruin your PA by…
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New Gear: “The Amp” Preamp Pedal by Milkman Sound
Milkman Sound is excited to announce The Amp at the 2018 NAMM Show in Anaheim California.
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Brand Spotlight: Raw Vintage Guitar Pickups And Accessories
Like cars, vintage equipment is a huge market in the guitar world. While the latest guitar models feature plenty of great…
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Brand Spotlight: Morgan Amplification Guitar Effects Pedals
Morgan Amplification isn’t a name you hear often when discussing guitar effects pedals. As their name suggests, the company’s main focus is…