As a guitarist, the best of your character comes out when you are strumming up a blues classic on your guitar. From Robert Johnson to Eric Clapton, it is the emotions that are behind the songs that makes blues music what it is. Blues guitar numbers are not just music, they are a state of … Read more
Beginning guitarists nowadays are very fortunate because of the progress brought by modern technology. Back then for a guitarist to learn a specific riff, one has to cope by playing through a cassette tape that specific line you need. This leads to two things – either you destroy the record, or you drive your mom … Read more
Solid state amps differ from traditional tube amps in cost, tone, and build. Many think tube amplifiers create a much warmer tone with better distortion compared to solid state amps. Unfortunately tube amps often cost much more up front than a solid state amp and on top of that, they require regular maintenance (replacing the … Read more
A good drum mic setup doesn’t just affect the way you sound, but it also affects the way you play. The better you sound, the more vigorously you play. This is especially true during live performances, where you are playing in front of a large group of people and you cannot afford any slip-ups. Just … Read more
The hi-hat is unlike any other cymbal, it is one of the most significant parts of your drum set. Percussionists normally use the hi-hat to set a tempo and maintain the beat or the rhythm of a song, while some drummers go as far as using their hi-hats as a crash substitute. It is because … Read more
Guitar strings are as important to guitars as drum heads are to drums. No matter how meticulously polished and carved your guitar body may be, no matter how powerful of an amp you have, if your guitar strings are not right, then you will end up disappointing yourself and your audience. How to choose the … Read more
Finger picked guitar playing is all about articulation accuracy speed and melody replication. It is an intricate form of guitar playing that requires dedication to perfect it as an art. A good guitar that is extremely responsive, one that puts out great tones can go a long way in helping you train your ear to … Read more
Finding the perfect guitar can be the real difference between a success and failure. When it comes to Taylor guitars there are many things that one should keep into consideration. The most important thing is to decide on your playing style. The more you are aware about your playing style, easier it is to find … Read more
The ability to create and record music is a skill that requires years of dedication, hard work, commitment and the ability to have some fun while you are at it. Besides learning how to play a musical instrument or learning how to sing, recording sounds and creating tracks is also an equally commendable skill that … Read more
One of the main reasons why a bass player’s equipment is of utmost importance is because of the influence, the choice of equipment has, on the tone or the nature of the sound that emanates when they play. A bass guitar is not an instrument, like a six stringer that leads a song. It is … Read more