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NAMM 2017 Product Spotlight: Miktek

Gear, Making Music, NAMM 2017 March 1, 2017 Chuck Schiele 0 Comments

NAMM 2017 Product Spotlight: Miktek. John from Miktek talks about the Miktek MK-300 and the CV4.

NAMM 2017 Product Spotlight: AEA Ribbon Mic and Preamp

Gear, Gear, NAMM 2017, Vocal February 21, 2017 Chuck Schiele 0 Comments

Nathan Bowers from AEA (Audio Engineer Associates) shows us first-hand some of the highlights of the new RBQ2 preamp.

NAMM 2017 Product Spotlight: Avalon Design

Gear, Gear, NAMM 2017 February 21, 2017 Chuck Schiele 0 Comments

NAMM 2017 Product Spotlight: Avalon Design
Some tried and true favorites along with a some new.

2017 NAMM Show

Gear, Gear, Making Music, NAMM 2017 February 21, 2017 Chuck Schiele 0 Comments

The 2017 NAMM show was, once again, 4 non-stop days of overwhelming, informative fun for musicians, gear-geeks and the global business of music gear. Man, we saw a lot of gear.

Are you still reading music on paper? Try Newzik.

Featured Article, Gear, Making Music, More Topics June 6, 2016 Making Music 1 Comment

Newzik reads all the music standard formats: Sheet Music, Lyrics & Chords, Lead Sheets, etc. This versatility allows musicians to transpose all their scores, turn pages with a Bluetooth foot Pedal, and much more.

Protecting Your Instruments: Do You Have the Right Insurance Policy?

Gear February 25, 2016 Contributing Writer 0 Comments

Protecting Your Instruments: Do You Have the Right Insurance Policy? Many personal policies actually exclude coverage should a claim arise and there is a business exposure in the home (recording studio), or if the equipment is damaged in a paid performance.

Choosing the Right Drumsticks

Drums, Gear, Making Music November 12, 2015 Jon 0 Comments

Choosing the Right Drumsticks —The optimum drumstick for you will depend on your style of music and type of drum kit. To play your best, choose the stick that feels the best and suits your musical purposes.

Holiday Gift Guide 2015

Gear November 4, 2015 Jon 0 Comments

Deering Banjo Ukulele After years of customer requests, Deering Banjo Company is proud to offer the new Goodtime banjo ukulele! Whether you are a seasoned ukulele or banjo player or simply looking for something new and exciting to learn, the Goodtime banjo ukulele is a stunning instrument that everyone will love. Made in U.S.A. Find […]

Guide to Harmonicas

Gear, Wind October 8, 2015 Jon 0 Comments

The number of harmonica styles, brands, and variations can be daunting for a beginner. This guide to harmonicas can help you find the right harmonica.