Tech Tips & Tutorials
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The Tube Amp Standby Switch Explained
If you are or have ever been the owner of a vintage-styled tube amp, you might have come across the “standby” switch,…
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Why Guitar Speaker Size Matters
These days, it’s a becoming more widely understood by the average player just how important a role speakers play in their overall tone.…
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Tone Woods of Today’s Guitars
It’s not just the inside form of the guitar that affects tone as far as the body goes. The choice in wood…
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Why Electric Guitar Tube Amps Need Time To Warm Up
Before they can be safely operated, electric guitar tube amps need time to warm up. Here, we explain why this is the…
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Tech Tips: Using EQ To Remove 60-Cycle Mains Hum
If you haven’t already experienced this type of noise before, you have more than likely heard about it. The dreaded 60-cycle hum.…
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Speaker Power Ratings Explained
Understanding a speaker’s power rating can be pretty tough for those unfamiliar with the subject. What makes things even worse is that…
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History of the Delay Effect – Part 2
Last week, we began our two part feature on the History of the Delay Effect (click here to view). We touched on…
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When To Replace Your Tube Amp Tubes
To keep your tube amplifier running at its best, it needs proper care and maintenance. One of the most common sources of…
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Avoiding Common Problems When Recording Vocals
Recording vocals are tough as it is, especially if you’re a beginner. Even if you get everything else right and nail your…
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Speaker Breakup Explained
Speaker breakup refers to a tonal feature that happens when they are pushed past a certain limit. While many believe that a…
