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Some pickups are branded as being “Duncan Designed” instead of being from Seymour Duncan. Are they made in the United States? Seymour Duncan makes an incredible pickup. Many guitar manufacturers request this equipment for their instruments, but the cost is prohibitive when creating a mid-level product. That’s why the Duncan […]
DAC stands for “digital to analog conversion.” John Darko has been one of the most consistent reviewers in this category since 2016. Darko compares rating DACs to trying to hit a moving target. You can find upgraded models, re-contextualization, newcomer perspectives, and the RRP movement all provide influences in this […]
Older acoustic guitars often came with an adjustable bridge. A great example of this design comes from Hohner, where you had screws on both sides to raise and lower it. The goal of the adjustable design is that it makes it easier to get low action while playing. If you […]
When playing the guitar, you’ll find numerous musicians who like to use thumb picks as part of their playing style. You can also find many great players who have always used a flat pick for their playing needs. Both options allow a stringed instrument to sing notes and chords in […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]