Here are some of the best tools you can use as a musician to move your music career forward faster. Some tools will save you time, others money. All will be useful, so have a look.
Drums too loud? Scared of bugging your neighbors? Can’t stand listening to your wild child practice? Whatever the situation, the if you’ve experienced the pain of a loud drumkit, you understand the situation well. If this is a problem you’re looking to solve, it may be time to consider a quiet drum set. In this…
Are you a classical guitarist? Looking for a way to master proper posture and playing technique without straining yourself and possibly even sustaining injury? Want to be able to practice for longer without fatigue? You’re not alone. Many people find this aspect of playing the classical guitar a tough one. It might seem nit-picky at…
Roll up pianos are designed to be rolled up and put in a suitcase or box for traveling. Piano has always been one of the most difficult instruments to travel with (you can’t just wear them on you back like a guitar) and roll up pianos are designed to solve this problem. Unfortunately, roll up…
If you plan to carry your instrument from lesson studio to home, gig to studio, or even from one city to another, you need a case. So, as an alto sax player, you need a case too. The good news? There are a ton of options to choose from. The bad news? It’s hard to…
If you’re on the lookout for a new flexatone you’re in luck. Below, we’ve compiled a list of the best flexatones on the market today – our top recommendations are listed last! Let’s get into it. Best Flexatone Overall – Latin Percussion’s LP1-8 Deluxe Flexatone The LP1-8 Deluxe Flexatone is one of the best rated…
Mouthpieces are a huge part of your tenor sax tone. A beginning player will be frustrated by the screeches and scratches that a cheap mouthpiece will produce. The combination of cheap mouthpieces and a beginner’s technique will inevitably produce a poor sound. Getting a good saxophone mouthpiece will help you achieve the sounds you hear…
While the saxophone reed is just a small part of the saxophone, it has huge effect on the sound. Every player knows that when you have a reed that feels just right your tone and playing get better. Choosing the right reed for your saxophone, skill level, and playing style is essential. Players will go…
Songwriting is a skill that can be improved. Like any other skill, there are techniques to learn, skills to develop, talents to hone. But unlike many other musical skills, songwriting suffers from a lack of obvious resources. Because songwriting is so personal, people tend to be unwilling to accept the idea of ‘practising’ songwriting or…
Owning a piano is a privilege and a treat, whether you spent a pretty penny on a new piano, bought a nice used one, or acquired one through family or friends, they are beautiful instruments that deserve your care. Learning to clean a piano properly will improve the durability of the instrument and keep it…
There are many components to a drum kit. You could have your snare, toms, kick and even cymbals all in tow, but you still need hardware to prop it all up. Most drummers like to put their snare on its own snare stand and considering the role it plays in a drum set, it’s hardly…
Looking for a bass clarinet? You’ve come to the right place. In this guide, we’ll look at seven of the best bass clarinets for students, intermediates and professionals. If you’re ready to dig in, let’s get right to it. Best Bass Clarinets For Students At the beginner or student level, the most important factor tends…
Hybrid instruments have been growing in popularity as of late. In this guide, we’ll be looking at guitaleles, which are essentially a combination ukulele and guitar (you can find a more in-depth explanation later in this guide). Guitaleles or six-string ukuleles can come in handy for a variety of purposes, whether it’s for practice, accompaniment,…
There are many Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) out there. The accepted industry standard is Pro Tools, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of composers, sound designers, producers and engineers that prefer other DAWs. I know at least a couple of engineers, for instance, that love Logic. And, from what I’ve seen, Logic is awesome….
You don’t always think about them, but you do need them. Whether you’re on the road or at the studio, or even in the practice room, it’s a good idea to keep a spare pack of acoustic guitar strings on hand. When you break a string, you need to replace it. When your strings sound…
Is it time for you to get a new trumpet? Maybe you’re just getting started on the trumpet. Maybe you’ve been playing for years. And, maybe you need to upgrade or are looking for something different. Whatever the case, we’ve got plenty of trumpets for your perusal. You’re about to discover 16 best Bb trumpets…