Musical Instruments
The Roland CUBE GX20 Packs a Serious Punch
The Roland CUBE GX20 is a compact 20 watt guitar amplifier with an 8” speaker and an attitude that aggressively snarls in your face metal. It features independent Clean, Lead, and Solo channels as well as modelling for 6 different amp types. This ensures that whether you’re sitting in your room shredding or running a line out from your GX20 to do some home recording, your needs are met with this lightweight, solidly constructed, and versatile bad boy.
NAMM 2016: A new generation of Marshall amplifiers
The Marshall name is synonymous with tube amplification and loud gritty rock music. In 2010 Marshall took an exploratory foray into digital modelling with the JMD line but for the most part has remained on the outside of this hotly contested field. That is likely to change with the introduction of the CODE series at NAMM 2016.
NAMM 2014: Artist Sightings
While we’ve been at NAMM, we’ve been hearing about the dreaded Saturday crush from the vendors and NAMM ventrans we’ve talked to. Up until today, it’s been fairly easy to navigate the aisles between the booths. You might get the odd small crowd gathering around a performance, but nothing that would put you out. Today, the artists showed up for their endorsement deals obligations and the crowds followed.
Hercules Jogvision and P32 DJ Controllers Review
Check out my review for the Hercules DJ Control Jogvision and P32 DJ Controller. They are both pro level DJ controllers and both offer a robust set of features along with great build quality. The Jogvision with its focus on core digital DJs, and the P32 with its 32 pads focused on a much more performance oriented DJ.
Oscar Schmidt OS-300 Electric Guitar review
The Oscar Schmidt OS-300 is a Strat style instrument that will interest first time buyers or musicians that want access to those tones at a low cost.
Enter for a chance to win a Casio CT-S100 or CDP-S350...
Showcase your music skills or learn to play music by entering for a chance to win one of the two Casio keyboards from Best Buy.
How to introduce your child to music
Introducing your child to music shouldn't be a difficult undertaking. I've gathered some ideas to help you get them started on their musical journey.
Sennheiser XS wireless in-ear monitoring set and IE 100 PRO in-ear...
I review Sennheiser's XS Wireless In-Ear Monitoring Set and the IE 100 PRO In-ear monitors for the the Best Buy blog, including some nice features!
Podcast microphone essentials: Tips, types, and techniques
Understand the world of podcast microphones, with insights on types, connections, multi-mic setups, and tips for speaking clearly.
Yamaha HS5 Studio Monitor Review
Yamaha has evolved their near-field monitor line through the years—beginning with the “industry standard” NS10’s back in the 1980’s and arriving at the latest HS series today. The HS5’s are small, but they pack a lot of performance and value into their diminutive size. I had the chance to put them through their paces in my studio for a few days and found them to be a small dark horse that defied my expectations.