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Tuesday January 16, 2024. 04:00 PM
Colt Westbrook drops by Sweetwater to take a highly anticipated offering from Walrus Audio for a spin: the SILT harmonic tube fuzz pedal. Designed in collaboration with bona fide tube expert Jim Hagerman, the SILT supplies two distinct pathways of 12AU7-tube-powered fuzz and ...
As we roll into 2024, there has never been a better time for synthesizer fanatics. Between reissues of classic analog synths, forward-thinking digital synthesizers, and hundreds of options to meet any budget, you have more options than ever for creating and performing with...
Basic Compressor DesignsVariable MuOpticalFETVCACompressor ControlsThresholdAttackReleaseRatioKneeGain MakeupUsing Your Compressor I once heard Dave Derr, the inventor of the Empirical Labs Distressor, explain how a compressor works by saying, “You can think of it as a little...
Monday January 15, 2024. 11:35 PM
Neural DSP debuted the Quad Cortex to critical acclaim, instantly illustrating to the diverse worlds of tone crafting and sound design that a groundbreaking new way to sculpt and refine your guitar’s sonic profile had emerged. But how might you go about blending your Quad...
“It’s not what you say; it’s how you say it.” If it’s true for language, then it’s especially true for bass players. Sometimes, “saying” the right thing in a musical setting comes down to nailing the tone at the source. And whether your music calls for the smooth pulse of a...
Like it or not, your lighting setup makes a statement about your worship service long before your team takes the platform. Traditional or contemporary, lighthearted or liturgical — your house and stage lights are the lens through which new faces and regular attendees will...
Sunday January 14, 2024. 04:00 PM
Sweetwater recently had the honor of visiting the minds behind AMS Neve, crossing the pond to get hands on with their groundbreaking gear at their headquarters in Lancashire, North West England. Of their many studio and recording innovations, few offer as formidable a force...
Saturday January 13, 2024. 04:00 PM
Back in 1948, Gretsch debuted their first Renown kit, cementing a legacy that has endured for more than 75 years. To commemorate the company’s double-platinum anniversary, Gretsch has released a limited-edition 4-piece shell pack, complete with 7-ply mahogany construction...
Friday January 12, 2024. 10:33 PM
Phrases like “MIDI controller” or “MIDI keyboard” get tossed around a lot when talking about home and professional studios, but there can be a lot to digest — and even more to overlook — when making your first foray into the world of MIDI keyboard controllers. And that’s ...
When a then-young Neural DSP debuted their Quad Cortex a few years back, it became immediately clear that their state-of-the-art technology was light-years ahead of its time. Multifaceted sound modeling and amplifier profiling masterfully blended cutting-edge capture...
We’d all like to have the spidery, long fingers of Steve Vai or the daunting stature of James Hetfield. But for those of us with smaller hands (and smaller frames), a 6-string solution that is comfortable to hold and play is needed! The neck and fingerboard widths among...
Thursday January 11, 2024. 10:00 PM
How much difference can a microphone make in the sound of your kick drum? You might be surprised. I decided to try out a variety of kick mics in the studio — some old standards that I’ve used throughout my career and some newcomers. See if you can hear any difference....
Hailing from Lisburn in Northern Ireland, guitar hero Vivian Campbell rose to prominence after joining Dio at just 20 years old, debuting his distinctive chops on the band’s 1983 full-length album, Holy Diver, including the now-iconic solo of the album’s titular track. After...
Creating a studio-quality acoustic space involves two distinct processes: soundproofing and acoustic treatment. Soundproofing — more accurately called “sound isolation” — not only prevents offensive outside sound from entering your space but also prevents loud sounds...
Wednesday January 10, 2024. 07:00 PM
What Is a DI Box? Born out of necessity in studios such as Motown and United Sound Systems to accommodate the electric instruments emerging in the 1960s, direct boxes (also known as DIs, which stands for “Direct Inject”) began as a way to resolve a basic impedance mismatch...
Back in 1980, TAMA debuted their Bell Brass snare to critical acclaim, capturing the ears of drummers of countless styles with a distinctive blend of warmth, projection, and resonance. To celebrate their 50th anniversary, TAMA’s reissuing the Mastercraft Bell Brass snare,...
While TAMA’s enduring craftsmanship has long defined their commitment to sonic excellence, few could’ve anticipated the widespread impact of their Mastercraft snare, debuting in the 1980s and playing an integral part in defining the sounds of the era. Now, as TAMA celebrates...
To celebrate an impressive 50 years of premium craftsmanship and rhythmic innovation, TAMA’s reached into their vault to reissue one of their most sought-after kits: the Starclassic Mirage. This seamless Crystal Ice acrylic kit comprises a 5-piece shell pack joined by an...
Back in 1980, TAMA debuted their Bell Brass snare to critical acclaim, capturing the ears of drummers of countless styles with a distinctive blend of warmth, projection, and resonance. To celebrate their 50th anniversary, TAMA’s reissuing the Mastercraft Bell Brass snare,...
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