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Reviews, tutorials and buying advice from two decades of covering recording and instrument gear.
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Why Bass Players Prefer Solid State Over Tube Amplifiers
Since the introduction of solid state amplifiers, a debate has always erupted over which one is better for bass players. For…
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Band Tips: Do You Need A Band Manager To Succeed?
Most artists and bands want to achieve success in the music business, for example by earning enough to travel and play…
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A Few Of Our Favorite Big Bass Sound Cabinets
When it comes to playing live gigs, you always want to make sure that your gear is up to the task. While…
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The Outstanding Real Life Benefits of Singing
The art of singing is something that is thought of by many people, as an easy way to become popular along with…
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7 Tips On Landing An Audition
The biggest obstacle musicians tend to face when it comes to an audition is the fear of rejection. No one wants to…
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4 Quotes from Non-Musicians That You Can Apply to Guitar Playing
In one of Soundaria’s blog entries this month, we shared ways on how you can motivate your bandmates. While it’s important…
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Xotic Effects Soul Driven Boost Guitar Effects Pedal Review
As a huge fan of Xotic Effects guitar pedals, I was excited to finally get my hands on the new Soul…
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What Is Hybrid Picking
I regularly get got some information about my correct hand guitar method. I began on traditional guitar, however, was soon attracted…
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Vocal Tips: Singing While Sick
Perhaps you happen to be a singer and are about to sing in a competition or an event but, unfortunately, your…
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Video Demo: Gretsch G5420T Electromatic Guitar
As one of the bigger names in music, Gretsch is responsible for some of the most iconic electric guitar designs in the…
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VHT Special 6 Ultra Tube Combo Amp Review
Over the last few years, manufacturers have been releasing a good number of low-wattage tube amps that have been made to recreate…
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Use A Chorus Pedal To Fatten Your Bass Tone
Like any other form of art, music encourages experimentation. For example, feedback and distortion were originally seen as flaws due to…