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Reviews, tutorials and buying advice from two decades of covering recording and instrument gear.
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Schecter Announces the Keith Merrow KM-6 Signature Model
Schecter Guitar Research has just announced the addition of the new Keith Merrow KM-6 signature 6-string guitar. It will be showcased for…
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Five Great Rock Songs For Mother’s Day
Every year, Mother’s Day comes to remind us to celebrate our moms for all of their hard work and sacrifices. And…
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Reverse Coil Winding in Pickups
Reverse winding in a pickup is one that has been wound in reverse, but what difference does this even make? Well, not…
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Recording Tips: AUX, Sends and Returns in Recording
AUX, Sends and Returns are all related terms that have to do with the routing and processing of audio signals. The word…
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Recording Bass: Knowing When DI is Not the Best Choice
There are essentially two ways electric guitarists and bassists can go about recording; you can either go the old-fashioned amplifier to mic…
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Randall RG1503H Amp Head: Classic Tone, Modern Features
The RG1503H is a tough as nails 3-channel solid-state amplifier head designed with high gain very much in mind. More than just…
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Quick Tips: Cleaning Pots and Switches
Today we’re going to give you guys a few tips on cleaning pots and switches on your electric guitar or bass. If…
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Quick Tips: Achieving A Realistic Crowd Sound
One of the most natural effects used in popular music from time to time is that of the large crowd sound. While…
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Quick Hits: Budget Condenser Mics
Looking for a good condenser mic without breaking the bank? Check two of our quick favorites! AUDIO TECHNICA AT2020 : Coming in…
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Punk Rock Pickups For Guitar
Back when punk was still in its infancy, there wasn’t any right combination of guitar, amp or pickups that you had to have in…
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PRS S2 Semi-Hollow Series
On the first anniversary of the S2 Series, PRS is adding three new models to the lineup: the S2 Mira Semi-Hollow, S2…
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PRS P245 Electric Guitar
PRS Guitars’ new P245 is a vintage-inspired single-cutaway guitar with the added versatility of the LR Baggs/PRS piezo system. Perfect for players…