Have you ever picked up an acoustic guitar to play it? If so, or should you have seen one in pictures, you’ll notice that a soundhole exists underneath where you strum the strings. This design’s primary purpose with acoustic guitars is that it allows the air to travel freely from […]
Music
How to Record Songs from a Vinyl Record to a Cassette Tape?
Although we have numerous streaming platforms for music today, it isn’t always a portable choice. If you haven’t downloaded your favorite playlists and lost a data signal, you’re stuck without songs until you get back into range of a tower. Digitized music doesn’t always sound the best. Your listening experience […]
Is It Possible to Tune a Guitar Down an Octave?
When you want to tune a guitar, you’ll find that several different settings are standard. The typical setup you’ll see for acoustic and electric instruments is an E-B-G-D-A-E combination. This routing runs from the E2 to the E4 on the scale. It is possible to create multiple alternative tuning options, […]
De-Ess Plug-In for Audacity®
Audacity is a free, open-source audio software tool that provides cross-platform support. It works as a multi-track editor and recorder for Linux, Windows, macOS, and most other operating systems. Although it isn’t a full DAW like you’d get with Ableton or Garageband, you can still achieve impressive results when your […]
How Can I Learn to Play the Violin on My Own?
One of the best instruments you can learn how to play is the violin. Even if you decide to call it a fiddle, you’ll be creating soulful notes and dance-worthy tunes in no time with it! As with any instrument, you have the option to be self-taught instead of paying […]
Is There a Sampler or Synth With a Dedicated Keyboard?
Although it can be fun to play around with a MIDI keyboard and a DAW to create sounds, sometimes you want to be creative locally. The best instrument for that job is a sampler or synth that comes with dedicated keys. When you’re ready to take your music to the […]
How Much Does It Cost to Refret a Guitar?
If you end up playing your guitar for some time, it might eventually have the frets start wearing out on it. That’s when it’ll need to go through a refretting process to restore its functionality. Although a complete refret is an uncommon repair request, it is something that does occasionally […]
Moode 6 and UPnP Audio Sources
The moOde™ audio player delivers music playback with audiophile quality through the Raspberry Pi family of personal computing. It’s an affordable way to increase your listening enjoyment while helping you enjoy the fun that comes with your own computer build. You receive a download ZIP file with an ISO image […]
Why Super Audio CD Failed
When we look back at the different audio and video technologies that hit the market with a lot of promise, several options that were great ideas at the time never reached critical mass. The story starts with Beta tapes and 8-tracks. Although these options were popular briefly, they were quickly […]
Classic Rock, Punk, and Grunge Songs in Drop-D Tuning
Guitarists can tune their instruments in multiple ways. One of the most popular alternatives to the standard setup is called Drop-D tuning. If you’ve never tried an alternative tuning option before, this one is the first to learn. It’s perfect for anyone playing in the rock, punk, or grunge genres. […]