NAMM 2021: Epiphone working on exciting new models

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Epiphone teased a lot of new products at this year's NAMM show. A lot of signature models are in the works for 2021.

(Almost?) Everything you wanted to know about instrument cables but were...

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As technology advances it often makes the things we want to do easier, quicker, and more efficient. It can also make things significantly more confusing. As we continue to add peripheral devices in our music making lives, you may notice as I did, that similar looking cords and cables are not always created for the same tasks. TS vs. TRS or Balanced vs. Unbalanced are just two of the differences we encounter when we look to buy or upgrade our music related cables. In this blog I will do my best to try and explain, as I understand, some of these differences so that getting the connections you need is less of a chore than it need be and you can get it right the first time.

Enter for a chance to win a Roland A/V interface to...

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The Roland Aerocaster and Web Presentation Dock are perfect for any burgeoning content creators who want to produce professional quality content. Enter for a chance to win!

Carlsbro CSD130 electronic drums: All the fun with none of the...

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If you've ever thought about getting a set of electronic drums, whether to learn drums, practice without annoying those around you, or to augment a home recording setup, it has been a cost prohibitive option for most. Carlsbro's CSD130 is about to change that.

Roland web presentation dock and gooseneck microphone review

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Roland's UVC-02 web presentation dock and CGM-30 gooseneck condenser microphone are perfect companions to enhance your virtual meetings.

Musical instruments for your summer trips

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I have a confession to make. The first time I went camping as an adult was two summers ago. Before that, I was seven and my parents shipped me off for the weekend with my Brownie troupe to learn all sorts of life skills and earn all sorts of badges. I cried the whole time. But when one of my closest friends convinced me to join her annual camping trip—which meant no electricity, no WiFi, and no plumbing—I decided to put my tiara away for a few days and suck it up; and as it turns out, it was one of the best times I’ve ever had.

Gifts the guitarist in your life will love

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Guitarists are always on the lookout for additional pieces of gear or accessories. The holidays are the perfect occasion to bring the joy and happiness!

The Soundboard: Learn about music software

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For the vast majority of home studio owners, the Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) software is the control center of their studio. The DAW is the program that allows you to create, record, edit and arrange audio.   Picking one that fits your needs can be a confusing tornado of options, features and opinion. Which one do you chose? 

Yamaha presents yet another great sounding, easy playing, and affordable acoustic...

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I received a few different Yamaha guitars from Best Buy including the FG800 and FG820. Read all about the FG820 in this article, and watch my video to see hear how it sounds.

Must-have features to look for when buying your first piano or...

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 If there is one instrument I’d say is found in nearly every home, it’s the piano. Acoustic pianos, small and large, and digital piano keyboards bring endless hours of fun and pleasure to any home. However, if you’re a first-time piano buyer, you may have many questions about your first piano purchase. I’d like to share with you a few tips how to buy your first piano keyboard.