Musical Instruments
Gift ideas for the aspiring guitar player
Knowing whether the guitar player on your gift list wants an acoustic guitar to strum like his indie rock faves or an electric guitar to shred like her metal gods will determine how you begin to find the perfect gift. Here are some selections that will help.
M-Audio Producer USB Microphone Review
The M-Audio Producer USB was one of the first USB microphones to hit the market a few years ago – ushering in an era of minimalistic mobile recording solutions. You no longer needed a host of middleware hardware to deliver decent audio into your computer or mobile device. USB microphones allow you to plug directly into your computers USB port and start recording. As a solid, professional-looking microphone that’s simple to setup and use, the M-Audio Producer USB is a decent choice in this category of microphones.
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.
Focusrite Vocaster Two podcasting interface review
Vocaster Two is a versatile interface that makes producing voice-based productions, including podcasts, a seamless experience.
M-Audio M-Track MkII Review
The re-release of the M-Audio M-Track USB audio interface (the M-Track MkII) is a no-nonsense, straight-shooting package for those who are looking to get audio into and out of their computer.
Lava ME 3 smart guitar review
The Lava ME 3 smart guitar will change the way you see the instrument thanks to its modern, digital features and connectivity.
NAMM Day 2 Wrap Up
Today was busy! Even the exhibitors on the floor thought it was busy. The weather was fantastic (although I only caught a glimpse of it on the walk to the Annaheim Convention Centre), there were some artists spotted and some cool new gear discovered by yours truly.
Korg EK-50 61-Key Electric Keyboard
Arranger-style keyboards are a great way of exploring musical ideas and creating songs on the fly. Korg's EK-50 offers a powerful set of features, at an affordable price.
Gibson Guitars – New Features for 2014
If you name any prominent rock guitarist, there’s a pretty good chance that they have played or do play a Gibson guitar. Gibson has a long history as an instrument maker and is celebrating their 120th anniversary this year. To mark the 120th year milestone, Gibson has released their 2014 models with features that help with playability and look great too.
Roland AeroCaster Livestreaming System review
Roland's AeroCaster harnesses the power of your iPad to get you streaming wirelessly with multiple mobile devices in no time.