Tools For Musicians

It’s the Wild West out there for independent and unsigned artists. The industry changes every day, and it’s hard to keep up – especially without management or labels helping you. On resources have become one of the primary ways artists educate themselves, which makes sense because there are very few schools that teach how to […]

Are you thinking about learning to play the banjo? The banjo is a fun instrument and is perfectly suited for genres like folk, country, bluegrass, rock, jazz and others. These days you can even hear banjo being used in rather unconventional ways. For instance, consider the example of Steve’n’Seagulls playing AC/DC’s “Thunderstruck”. So, if you […]

Loing for a top fog machine for your next event but aren’t sure which to get? No problem, in this article we’ll compare the best ones! Naturally, fog machines aren’t all created equal, and room size can certainly be an important consideration when you’re loing at buying one. Budget can also be an important factor, […]

Mic stands are all the same, right? Well, not exactly. Some are made for use in a home studio or at a radio station. Some are meant to attach to a desk, or sit atop it. Others are great for live performance and rehearsal use. Some have a boom, and others do not. Quality can […]

In this article, we’re going to compare the 7 best wireless guitar systems. Sometimes, as a musician, you just want to be free of constraints. This is especially true when you’re doing live shows, or are planning an especially energetic jam session. Wireless guitar systems are perfect for these situations, and it just so happens […]

If you’ve spent any time listening to radio, you’ve probably noticed how deep and smooth the DJ’s voices sound on air. There are a couple of factors at work here – first, the microphone, and second, the effects. But the effects (maybe EQ and a bit of compression) certainly aren’t as significant as the quality […]

The importance of comfort should never be overloed – especially while you’re working in the studio. It’s not unusual for producers or studio engineers to spend long hours at work, editing, mi and mastering. The uncomfortable you are, the less you’ll be able to focus over the long haul. That can impact the projects […]

Learning the business of music isn’t generally an easy task. It can be easy to get confused about how to get your music out there, but if you learn from those who have already been there and done that, it doesn’t have to be. With that in mind, here are six music business and music […]

Wireless microphones are gradually becoming accepted in live performance situations. The technology isn’t perfect, but if you know how to use the mic (or you’re working with someone who does), you should run into relatively few problems. When it comes to headset mics, you don’t want to take any chances. They are commonly used […]