Musical Instruments
Jasmine JD36-CE Acoustic Guitar review
The Jasmine JD36-CE represents great value for the money, thanks to great materials, playability, an integrated pickup system, and a built-in tuner.
Enter for a chance to win the IKM iRig video podcasting...
Ready to take your video podcast to the next level? Enter for a chance to win the IK multimedia video podcasting bundle from Best Buy.
Gifts for The Musician: The First Piano
Offering a musical instrument as a gift can be one of the most rewarding experiences. A piano is the perfect place to start! I'll take a look at a few options for you to give that special someone their first piano this holiday season!
NAMM 2014: Yamaha Guitar Stuff
Yamaha has a LOT of instruments and gear in its catalog. I mean a LOT. When you take into consideration all the acoustic band, orchestral AND contemporary instruments and gear, it’s no wonder they book the entire ballroom at the Anaheim Marriott for themselves. We got a peak at some of the offerings that Yamaha has – we had a lot of fun doing it too.
Joyo MA-10E portable amplifier review
Do you miss your guitar when you're away from home? The Joyo MA-10E helps you keep the music alive, no matter where you are.
A beginner’s guide to tuning guitars: acoustic, electric, and bass
Learn about guitar strings and how to tune an acoustic, electric, and bass guitar with or without a guitar tuner.
Review: The Zoom H1 is the recorder of your dreams
Pocket voice recorders are nothing new. They've been around for decades. However, the H1 Pocket Recorder by Zoom is in a class of its own. With criss-crossed mics for stereo recording, long battery life and huge recording functionality in a tiny package, this is the best recorder I've ever used.
Fender Shootout! The Squier Bullet Stratocaster vs. Squier Vintage Modified 70s...
Almost all major guitar manufacturers now carry at least two brands of guitar under their umbrella. You have the one “name” brand that is the premiere flagship brand and then a less expensive brand that makes more affordable versions of the classics. Gibson Guitars has the Epiphone brand, ESP has LTD, and Fender has Squier. And while these guitars are more affordable than their famous brothers, that doesn’t mean that they don’t play and sound great, especially considering their price points. This blog will look at two Squier Stratocasters and discuss playability, sound, and value.
Enter to win an ESP LTD 7 String Electric Guitar signed...
Best Buy has some amazing contests throughout the year. Enter for your chance to win this awesome instrument!
Digital pianos have come along way toward modeling the Real Thing
A decade ago, I probably wouldn’t have recommended digital pianos to anyone looking to purchase one for learning the instrument. These days, given the advances in technology and relative prices, I’d say they’re something that one needs to seriously consider. They’re a great option for the modern family who want to start learning and enjoying the instrument.