Darren Blakeborough
My day job is as an Assistant Professor in Media and Communication Studies at the University of the Fraser Valley. My primary teaching and research interests revolve around popular culture and technology. I am an adequate at best guitar player currently attempting to romanticize my inglorious youth in a Hair Metal cover band called "Glam Chowder”. When not working or watching TV, I am usually listening to music, recording music, playing music, or trying to figure out what gear I need to make all of that music sound even better.
IK Multimedia Puts Music Production in the Palm of Your Hands
IK Multimedia continues at the forefront of technological innovation that has allowed the average consumer to enter the creative realm of music production.
Roland BTM-1 Bluetooth Speaker with Guitar Input Review
How do you stand out in a crowded Bluetooth wireless speaker market? If you're Roland's BTM-1, you add a guitar input for a serious dose of "look at me!"
5 Home Theatre Gifts for the Tech Lover
This blog looks to provide suggestions on some of the top home theatre gear or devices to consider when shopping for a tech lover.
Review of Blue Microphones new Yeti X
Blue Microphones has released the new Yeti X USB microphone and is providing the opportunity to have professional level audio without professional level costs.
5 Karaoke Machines to Liven up Your Next Party
Get your inner diva or rock god flowing in your own home surrounded by friends. A home karaoke machine will make your parties the talk of the town!
Review of the Happy Plugs Air1 Wireless Earbuds
Great sound and stunning looks, the Air1 earbuds take advantage of Bluetooth 5.0 technology and deliver a winning package.
Choose the Right Guitar for the Beginner and Intermediate Player in Your Family
Buying your first guitar can be a little intimidating. Click to learn what to consider & be aware of to make this awesome journey as rewarding as possible.
Review of the Magnasonic LED Pocket Pico Video Projector
With mobile projection no longer relegated to the realm of science fiction, the Magnasonic LED Pico Pocket Video Projector slips it into your pocket.
(Almost) Everything You Wanted to Know About 4K Movies
Home theatre can be confusing with 4K this and HD that. This blog explains what 4K movies are and compares with prior technologies like HD.
This is the Year You Learn a New Instrument!
Learning to play a new instrument is exciting, but it can also be a daunting endeavour. This blog will discuss how you can set yourself up for success.
