Having a ukulele with built in electronics gives many benefits over the standard acoustic ukulele. You will have the option to plug your ukulele into an amp or PA and play with a group of people, adjust your EQ settings, and use the built-in tuner. […]
Acoustic pianos are big, heavy, and expensive. They go out of tune, the volume can’t be turned down, and the sound can’t be changed. Despite your best efforts, you’re probably not going to be able to squeeze your grandmothers baby grand into your dorm room. Luckily for you, there’s the digital piano. Sampled from the worlds best grand pianos […]
Djembes are a great instrument to bring to a jam or a drum circle. They’re portable, durable, with a sound that is loud enough to jam with other acoustic instruments. They’re a great instrument when learning percussion […]
Shipping is often a straightforward process, but there can be a few items that are tricky to ship. These can include items that are especially fragile, like glass, video game consoles and instruments. As a result, it’s important to know how to ship these items efficiently. Furthermore, understanding the cost involved when shipping something like […]
Building an instrument of your own can be an experience which deepens your connection to the instrument itself. I mean, when you’re involved in the most fundamental process of its design and construction, it’s simply no wonder why you would cherish it so much. Why Build Your Own Ukulele? The majority of people would be satisfied simply buying their […]
It’s a common issue for trumpet players to struggle staying in the upper register without getting worn out. Although there’s certainly no perfect mouthpiece for every player, there are certainly better mouthpieces for different applications. Across the board, for all brass instruments; from trumpets to tubas, the basic function of a mouthpiece remains the same. It’s there to help you vibrate your upper and lower lip, with the least resistance possible.
I’ve had the pleasure of learning both the guitar and the piano. The question is asked often enough that I thought I’d write down my thoughts on which instrument is easier to learn. They both have their own unique challenges.
Practicing the piano can be both extremely frustrating and very rewarding. Some days you make noticeable improvements, while others days it feels like you’ve taken a step backward. This can be especially true for those who are learning piano as their first instrument. However, even seasoned musicians still run into roadblocks. Today’s article is going to give you 5 ideas you can implement today to instantly improve your playing.
Being a drummer is much more than simply being able to play complex beats. In order to truly contribute to a band, or just be considered a good drummer, you need to be able to play steady, constant beats. There is no better way to practice keeping a steady beat than by using a metronome. In this article, we will go over the benefits of using a metronome, how to use one, as well as different types and a review of the best ones on the market.
With the latest technological advancement, the last couple of years have made recording your own music much easier and widely accessible. You can get a cheap audio interface, a couple of microphones and a DAW and start recording in no time. However, while this is true for bass, guitar, and vocals, recording drums still remains a task that’s not that simple to perform.
