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.
The Spire Studio is home studio recording simplicity at its best
I had a chance to test out the Spire Studio to record, edit, mix, and share my music compositions quicker and easier than ever before.
What is the best musical instrument for a child to learn first?
When selecting the first musical instrument for your child, there are several things you need to consider. Let's discuss a few of them inside.
I already have speakers, do I need a sound bar?
If you already have speakers, do you need a sound bar? Read about the best way to go about setting up smaller home theatre audio configurations.
Sony STR-ZA2100ES Receiver Review
For the true home theatre enthusiast who takes their movie watching seriously, the Sony STR-ZA2100ES is 7.2 channel premium receiver that provides stunning crystal clear music and cinema like surround.
Review of Kanto YU2, YU4, and YU6 Speakers
This article will review the YU2, YU4, and YU6 series of speakers and give you an idea of why these may well be the speakers you’ve been looking for.
BenQ MW526AE Digital Projector Review
The BenQ MW526AE is a compact, light, and portable digital projector adept at projecting both data presentations and HD video in a screen size between 60" and 300".
BenQ HT1070A Home Cinema Projector Review
The BenQ HT1070A enables you to watch your favourite TV shows and movies in jaw dropping image sizes from 60" to 300" in stunning 1080p full HD.
Miroir M55 Micro Pocket Projector review
The Miroir M55 is a Micro Pocket Projector measuring just 4 ¼ inches by 3 inches. Tipping the scales at a lean 7 ounces, the Miroir M55 literally puts the power of projection in your pocket.
5 Gift Ideas for the Musician in your Life
Give the musician in your life the ability to perform, or the ability to record their performances with these suggestions.
Instant music producer, just add iPad!
Advances in technology have made it easier than ever before for the casual musician to write and record their own music. The iPad is a user friendly and portable addition to this.
