As a general rule, the MDF platter is considered an entry-level product for the modern turntable. If you want to upgrade your listening experience, an investment in an acrylic alternative would be your first choice. Some people like to have both options available. MDF platters tend to work well for […]
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Is a Warmoth Telecaster a Good Option?
Warmouth Custom Guitars offers a reasonably priced solution for anyone who wants to do a custom build. You can get an instrument created that looks and sounds like a Telecaster while enjoying the customization you want. Before you order something from Warmoth, you’ll want to review the current notices and […]
Playing Dead Notes
Music encourages creativity, imagination, and composition. When a simple groove seems too repetitive, it might be necessary to spice things up by creating places for dead notes. The most common place to hear a dead note is within a bass line, although a composer can incorporate this element into their […]
Seymour Duncan: What Is the “Woman Tone?”
The first introduction to the Woman Tone on the guitar came from the 1964 Gibson SG. It was a distinctive sound that Eric Clapton used for several solos in that era, with songs like “I Feel Free” creating a notable, almost creamy effect. Clapton defined his unique sound by having […]
Is US Audio Mart a Joke?
If you want to talk with audiophiles, buy or sell equipment, or have a friendly chat with a fellow enthusiast, most audio sites and forums require a paid membership today. That’s why US Audio Mart stands out right now. It’s a classified ads website used for Hi-Fi, used audio needs, […]
What Is the Difference between a Film Score and a Film Soundtrack?
A film score is typically original music composed and recorded for a movie. Most of the work is done by a single composer, although there isn’t a limitation placed on that structure. The goal of the film’s score is to have the music designed to fit the story and movie […]
What Is Your Favorite Tuning on an 8-String Guitar and Why?
When you have an eight-string guitar to play, you have two more than the usual six or an additional one over the Russian 7-string design. The eight-string guitar is an uncommon construction. You’ll find it used most often in the metal, jazz, or classical genres. When you play on eight […]
House vs. Techno: What Is the Real Difference?
House and Techno music are parts of the electronic dance music (EDM) revolution in the early 1980s. The world was transitioning from the disco era during that time in music history. Hair bands and rock were quite popular, but they weren’t a favorite option for everyone. While DJs in the […]
Factory Buyout Clearance Sale
If you are familiar with Guitar Fetish, you might have heard about their epic factory buyout clearance sale. They have had one available almost every year since 2014, even though the website says explicitly that these are limited opportunities. You can find factory buyout bodies, guitars, basses, necks, and acoustics […]
Guitar Shop 101: Happy Little (String) Trees
Most musicians don’t give a second thought to string trees unless a problem develops with their guitars. Even then, many players haven’t heard of this small, but essential component. When there is insufficient pressure on a string because of the way it sits in the nut, the guitar sounds more […]