Choosing a mic for recording vocals can be one of the most important decisions you’ll make while setting up your studio. Whether you’re setting up a home studio, a professional one, or looking to upgrade, a mic is one of the most essential purchases to complete your setup. But where do you start? Well, choosing …
With harmonicas being some of the cheapest and smallest musical instruments you can find around, it’s easy to understand why most people deem them suitable only for children. Ironically, that can’t be farther from the truth. While it’s easy to dismiss them because of their small size, don’t let their size mislead you. Despite the …
Blues music is full of legendary riffs and lyrics that tell stories about anything from people falling on hard times, injustice, to hard-loving women and hard-drinking men. But, the best thing about the blues is that it’s so diverse, which means you can sing about anything, as long as it’s coming from the soul. The …
Buying your first student clarinet can be an exciting experience, but it can also be confusing with so many choices on the market. When I first bought my clarinet, I remember that I didn’t even know what key it played in or what it was made of! I simply went to a large wholesale store …
Ukuleles continue to grow in popularity and are attractive to musicians for many reasons. The most common reasons are that they’re fun, easy to play, and perfect for all ages! There are a ton of ukuleles on the market and it can seem a bit daunting to navigate it all, but with a few basics …
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is the name of the protocol that instruments use to communicate with each other or with computers (we can now add iOS devices to the list). In other words, a MIDI message basically includes information like which key you pressed, how long you pressed, and at what intensity you pressed. …
There is no denying the banjo is a ton of fun to play, and that’s probably why they’re once again growing in popularity. More instrument brands are starting to make them and some of the nicer models are selling out! And while many readers may be here because of bluegrass, keep in mind that the …
If you find yourself in want or need of a ukulele, there are several specifications that may guide or determine your decision. The first to address is what size you desire. Ukuleles can be found or crafted into several different sizes, and each size uses a categorization of vocal ranges in relation to the size, …
We all have different hand sizes and learning to play the guitar can be difficult if you have smaller than average hands. Some entry-level guitarists with small hands fear learning the guitar, but thankfully there are many guitars with specs suited better for these players. When looking for a guitar for smaller hands you’ll want …
Music teachers and instructors always have this very positive attitude in them that I admire. They tell aspiring musicians that learning to play an instrument is easy if you have the passion for it. And by passion, they mean commitment, dedication, and focus on what aspiring musicians want to achieve. While I somewhat agree with …