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Sunday March 3, 2024. 07:00 PM
Far too frequently, acoustic guitarists find themselves disappointed by the difference between their carefully crafted compositions when performed live compared to natural, unplugged playing. The sound just never seems to translate to a stage setting. Fortunately, Audio...
With Part 3 of Baron Bowcott’s Essential Blues-scale Riffs series of videos, Nick treats you to a guitar lesson that bridges the metal and rock sides of the blues-scale’s enduring influence with three iconic licks every guitarist should have in their repertoire. Don’t worry...
Friday March 1, 2024. 04:00 PM
How far would you go to get amazing sound samples? Well, if you’re Thomas Rex Beverly, then the answer to that question spans continents. This adventurous recording engineer has recorded the most elusive sounds in the world in some of the most difficult-to-reach locations....
Thursday February 29, 2024. 04:24 PM
When you’re browsing the amazing selection of microphones available from Sweetwater, you’ll notice that some are classified as “tube microphones.” Tube microphones differ from other mics because they use a vacuum tube (or “valve,” as the Brits say) as part of their internal...
There has never been a better time to start recording than now. The amount of affordable, incredible-sounding gear available is staggering, and nowhere is that more apparent than in the number of high-quality microphones priced under $1000. After some enthusiastic discussion ...
Your music keyboard allows your fingers to express what matters. From playing at a permanent station to setting up weekly at a portable venue, and whether you’re making loops, creating practice materials for the band, or simply pouring out your heart in a quiet moment, these ...
Wednesday February 28, 2024. 08:30 PM
During his annual pilgrimage to the guitar world’s preeminent showcase event, NAMM, Sweetwater’s resident sound scholar, Mitch Gallagher, made his way to Ernie Ball Music Man’s “eagle’s nest,” as John Petrucci called it, to catch up with none other than Rabea Massaad. As an...
Whether you’re working out of a professional studio, a dedicated home space, or anywhere in between, chances are you’ve encountered the following scenario: the mix is sounding fantastic, and you’re convinced it’s complete until you take a listen in your car or some other...
When you’re a performing DJ, your speaker rig is oftentimes as important as your decks and mixer setup. Mixing tracks certainly takes skill, but without a quality sound system to play those tunes, your crowd will be dancing themselves to sleep. Whether you’re a local or...
As guitarists, we all love the enticing prospect of plugging in a new pedal for the first time. But at Sweetwater, we know that, when it comes to playing nice with your pedalboard, not all amps are created equal. Of course, if it’s a modern guitar amp that has an effects...
Tuesday February 27, 2024. 02:00 PM
A studio with constant professional usage demands a percussive centerpiece that sounds impeccable from shell to shell. Similarly, backing bands employ drum kits to steer the ship for audiences of thousands with uncompromising presence and structural integrity night after...
On Episode #05 of Sweetwater’s Plugged In podcast, Mitch is joined by none other than Warren Huart, the prolific industry force who wears numerous hats, including producer, recording engineer, mixing engineer, composer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. His work has...
Monday February 26, 2024. 09:17 PM
Shop the SJC Custom Drums Tour Series 3-piece shell pack in the Sweetwater-exclusive Lavender Ash colorway
Whether you’re a studio veteran, educator, new student, or gigging musician, learning and playing a real acoustic piano can be an enriching experience. It can also be demanding. When you factor in the logistics, size, and weight of needing to transport an acoustic piano,...
Sunday February 25, 2024. 07:00 PM
During his excursion to NAMM 2024, Sweetwater studio scholar Mitch Gallagher caught up with Paul Andrews of DPA Microphones for a behind-the-scenes look at what it took to power Yamaha’s impressive Grand Plaza Stage. Throughout the NAMM 2024 show weekend, the Grand Plaza...
Saturday February 24, 2024. 05:00 PM
While at NAMM 2024, Mitch Gallagher happened upon a familiar face and longtime friend of Sweetwater: John Petrucci. Yes, the virtuosic guitarist renowned for his electrifying artistry deployed as a founding member of Dream Theater, its instrumental offshoot Liquid Tension...
Friday February 23, 2024. 07:00 PM
Shopping for gear has never been as simultaneously exciting and complex as it is today, and digital mixers are no exception. We should know: we have to keep track of so many! On the flip side, this allows us to get up close and personal with the gear we carry to help our...
Having a dedicated speaker system in the living room or the studio is great for indoor parties and jam sessions, but what happens when you need sound in another room in the house or even outside? That means it’s time to invest in a portable speaker. Due to their compact...
Are you looking for a new instrument to find that creative spark; maybe you or your child are new to the guitar and want a solid option that can grow with you without breaking the bank; or maybe your GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) is at an all-time high, and you’re on the pr...
Greetings from the keyboard enclave of Sweetwater! From one set of piano nerds to another, we just want you to know something . . . We know what you want. You want a keyboard — but not just any keyboard because you are a true pianist. You want an 88-key keyboard you can sit...
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