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Video Review: Taylor 618e Acoustic Electric Guitar

Check out the Taylor 618e Acoustic Electric Guitar with Stevie B. This Grand Orchestra guitar has an even, full-range response with big bass. The revolutionary ES electronics give you that detailed solid sound that Taylor is known for....

Teach an Old Stand New Tricks

Tips for getting your mic stand to help out in the studio By Jon ChappellTrying to get a clean recording in many home studios can be about as easy as losing weight on a diet of Boston cream pies. Even if your gear is in pristine condition and your si...

Video Review: Fender Mustang II Guitar Amp

By: Chad Palmer - Video Review of the FenderMustang II Guitar Amp Need an amp that sounds amazing but won't break the bank? Check out the Fender Mustang Series! The Mustang II packs 40 watts, an 8 inch Special Design Speaker, 24 built in effects and 24 professional presets all into a striking visual design with sleek and modern Fender styling that provides a look thats as desirable as the sound.

Video Review: Fender Mustang I Guitar Amp

By: Chad Palmer - Video Review of the FenderMustang I Guitar Amp Need an amp that sounds amazing but won't break the bank? Check out the Fender Mustang Series! The Mustang I packs 20 watts, an 8 inch Special Design Speaker, 24 built in effects and...

The Recording Process Explained

As with any creative process, there is no absolute hard and fast procedure that must be followed stringently, but there is a logical development that all recordings must go through, which includes:CompositionArrangementRecordingEditingMixingMastering...

Music Production and Mixing Tips & Tricks

Author: Ian Waugh What makes a pro recording pro? What is the "sound" that the pros get and how can you make your recordings sound more professional?The simple answer is - there's no simple answer. But with careful listening and a little experience y...

Learn to Play Bass Guitar

10th November 2008Author: Rich_MatthewsIf you have ever wanted to participate in a band or start your own band, you might have considered playing the bass guitar. The bass guitar is generally made up of four standard strings, which makes learning to ...

How Old Is My Guitar? Use the Serial Number!

Ever wonder exactly when your favorite guitar was made? You sort of remember when you got it, but you want to really know its history, especially if you're not the first owner. Well, good news it's very easy to figure out the age of Fend...

How to Survive Your First Gig

by Traveling Matt A young bands first gig is always an exciting time. Many hours slogging it out in the garage or rehearsal room finally come to fruition with the offer of a first gig.These days bands usually get a school or party gig or a shared bil...