Review of the Zoom G6 Guitar Multi-Effects processor….. … or rather a demonstration of how bad the UI experience is. Enough for me to send it back. I’ve always loved Zoom products, from way back to the 505 through to the G3. The OD/Distortion and amp modeling beat anything by Line 6 in my book, […]
Zoom G6 Review: They RUINED it! Read Post »
There are many benefits of a straight-to-pa/no-amp live guitar/band setup, but does it actually work in the real world? What is the no-amp setup? What I’m talking about here is a band rehearsal/live setup, with the guitar (and all other instruments, for that matter), going directly into the p.a. system, with all monitoring handled by
5 Disappointing Pitfalls of a No-Amp Guitar setup. Read Post »
The life of a musician can be very rewarding, but it can come with its fair share of health risks. Between the repetitive movements necessary to play your instrument to the constant touring and proximity to other people, there are plenty of opportunities to get sick or hurt. The good news is that there are
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Many of us associate a professional recording studio with professional musicians, perfecting their latest platinum-selling album. However, booking studio time makes perfect sense for artists of any level. Here are 10 benefits of using a professional recording studio vs home recording. 1. A professional producer I’ve been producing music for over 30 years, so although
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Going on tour is an exciting opportunity. You get to connect with audiences in a more meaningful way than you can through your recordings. Not to mention that touring is likely to be the most lucrative part of your income as a musician. Nevertheless, going on tour can be something of a logistical behemoth. Without
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If you’re a musician, you already know that the quality of your performance is the most important factor when you’re on stage. If you play badly or your songs are boring, you’ll lose your audience in an instant. However, did you know that the way you look also has a part to play in how
Simple yet effective ways to switch up your look on stage Read Post »
Learning music is quite fun, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. It takes a lot of practice, improvement, and mentoring as there’s always something to learn. In fact, some of the most prominent artists continue to practice regularly to improve and hone their musical talent consistently. Musical instruments are undoubtedly necessary, and you can easily
7 Surprising Benefits Of Recording Your Practice Sessions And Lessons Read Post »
You’re completely dedicated to your music and determined to make your beloved career work. Yet you also realize that earning money as a musician can be a little chancy at times. Therefore, you need to diversify. Read on to learn about some unique ways to make money with your music and with side gigs. Monetize
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Are you a beginner saxophone player? Learning to play saxophone could be easier than you think. In our saxophone notes for beginners, we’ll share tips to guide you to practice any type of saxophone with confidence. These free saxophone lessons offer you a detailed overview of the basics of playing saxophone notes. Read through and see
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