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Amp simulator plugins: A guide to the best amp sims for guitar
We explore what guitar amp simulator plugins are, how they sound, their pros and cons, and some of the best amp sims out there today.
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Mariachi instruments: An introductory guide
From the vihuela and guitarrón to the violin and trumpet, learn about five instruments that define the sonic identity of mariachi music.
7 API innovators who changed music forever
We cover a few of the countless API innovators who have made landmark contributions to music that you should know about.
Arpeggios: Basic types and how to use them
In this comprehensive guide, we break down what arpeggios are, the basic types, and how to use them in your music.
5 key guitar techniques from JULESTHEWULF
JULESTHEWULF (Justin Bieber, Musiq Soulchild) breaks down five key guitar techniques that will enhance your playing and productions.
Recording live bands: 5 fundamental tips for getting a great sound
From mic placement to acoustic treatment, we showcase five production techniques that are fundamental for recording live bands.
Triads in music: Basic types and how to use them
Triads are a key building block of music—in this article, we dive into what they are, the common types, and how to apply them in your music.
The DI box: What it is and how to use one
Let's talk about what a DI box is and explore the variety of applications that make it a useful addition to studios and concert venues alike.
Phaser vs. flanger: What they are and how they sound
Learn about how a phaser works, how a flanger works, and how the two effects can be applied in analog and digital contexts.
Analog vs. digital effects for recording guitar: Exploring the timeless debate
Explore some tips, facts, and thoughts that pertain to the timeless debate between using analog vs. digital effects when recording guitar performances.
Keeping the pedal steel guitar alive: 5 players on the instrument’s influence and evolution
We invited five modern players for a roundtable discussion about their history, approach, and relationship with the pedal steel guitar.
Kenny Beats’ 10 favorite plugins (stock and paid)
Kenny Beats shares ten of his favorite plugins, specifically focusing on Ableton stock plugins and third-party tools he likes to apply to guitars and basses.