Tools For Musicians

Listening to vinyl requires a bit of a commitment on the part of the listener. Typically, you don’t just put on a record unless you plan to sit and listen for a while. But even among younger people, listening to vinyl has become a favorite pastime, and naturally, there are plenty of collectors and vinyl […]

You know you’re starting to get a different quality of gig when venues and event organizers start asking for stage plots. This is the moment bands and artists tend to get excited and overwhelmed by at the same time. “Stage plot? What’s that? Why do we need it? Do we even have time to put […]

So, you’re on the hunt for the perfect acoustic guitar. As you are surely aware, there are many to choose from at every price point. Plus, a cheaper guitar isn’t always significantly worse, and an expensive guitar isn’t always measurably better. It depends on what you’re loing for and how you intend to use it, […]

Music is amazing. There are so many fantastic lessons a child can learn from music, whether it’s the importance of practice and consistency, finding their own creative voice and expression, the value of experimentation or otherwise. I have no doubt that you want to start your child off on the right foot. So, what keyboard […]

Are you loing for a classical guitar? Maybe you’re a beginner. Classical guitars can be great for beginners because they have nylon strings, which are easier on the fingers than steel strings. Maybe you’re a student of classical music, loing to further develop your skills and hone your craft. Perhaps you’re a professional, even if […]

As a professional clarinet player, you should be prepared to spend on a pro level instrument. After all, you may already have a clarinet or two that has served you well to this point. Taking it to the next level means being willing to invest in your passion. In this guide, we’ll compare […]

Some people drum machines. Others don’t. Drum machines haven’t exactly shed their image of being a novelty from the 80s. But you would be surprised to find how often they are used in new music. The interesting part is that you don’t necessarily need to use drum machines as your entire rhythm section. You […]

The circle of fourths is one of the most valuable music theory tools there is. It explains the basics of music from top to bottom. There is advanced theory, of course, and you can go much deeper into any area of music theory you want to. But it will equip you with the foundation, […]

Loing for an electric guitar? Musicians are often on a budget and can’t always afford the most expensive instruments. The good news is – as you’re about to find out – there are great guitars in practically every price range. Even if you’re loing for an instrument for your next big gig, you can find […]

You may be a producer or engineer. Or, you might be a singer or rapper. Whatever the case, you’re interested in recording your voice from home studio. These days, recording software and hardware can be gotten for cheap, which is quite convenient. As you may have guessed already, to record at a professional level, you’re […]