Tech Tips & Tutorials
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Unity Gain Explained And Why It’s Important
If you’ve ever heard the term “Unity Gain” but don’t have much of a clue on what it is exactly – let…
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Why Speaker and Instrument Cables are Not Interchangeable
A ¼ inch cable is a ¼ inch cable, right? Not so. Despite their nearly identical looks, an instrument cable and speaker…
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Factors that Affect a Pickup’s Tone – Part 1
We all know that pickups are very important to a guitar’s overall tone. While certain other factors such as the wood and…
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Why do Telecasters Sound Brighter than Stratocasters?
Q: “Why do Telecasters Sound Brighter than Stratocasters?” A: Since there are a decent number of models for both the Stratocaster and…
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Mixing Console: Basics And How They Work
Like most other things in professional contexts, mixing consoles (also known as mixing boards, mixing desks or simply mixers) come in a…
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History of the Amplifier: Valve vs Solid-State
Marshall JVM215C — an all-valve combo. There really isn’t anything like the warm, colorful sound given off by a vintage vacuum tube…
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A Closer Look At 2-Way And 3-Way Speaker Systems
If you’ve ever shopped around for studio monitors or PA loudspeakers, chances are you’ve come across the terms 2-way and 3-way. These…
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Replacing The Output Jack On An Electric Guitar
One of the more common problems that most electric guitar players will eventually come across is a dead signal. Sometimes it might…
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The Difference Between Nitro and Poly Guitar Finishes
A guitar’s finish might seem to be only a cosmetic feature of the instrument but unbeknown to some it can either make…
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What is Dirty Power and How to Avoid It
This Furman PL-Pro power conditioner not only pro- tects your rig from power surges and line noise but also comes with built-in…