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NAMM 2014: The Weird and Wonderful – Day 1 Wrap-up
NAMM is BIG and LOUD. Along the way to giving you a sneak-peak at some gear that Best Buy is going to offer you, my francophone co-hort and I came across a few things that gave us pause, made us stop and look or were just … plain weird.
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Mackie Shotgun EM-93M and EM-98MS microphones review
Mackie's latest EM-93M and EM-98MS shotgun microphones are designed for personal and are exemplary devices for capturing audio under a wide variety of conditions.
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.
IK Multimedia iRig Pro Quattro recording interface review
The Pro Quattro is a portable and versatile audio interface for musicians, streamers and podcasters with endless options for mixing, recording, and broadcasting.
Fender DG-60 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar Review
The Fender DG-60 dreadnought acoustic guitar will soon be available at Best Buy. I’ll come out and say it—this is a great guitar for the price. If asked to recommend something for a beginner or as a small-gig instrument, I’d put the DG-60 on the list for sure. It has a nice look and feel coupled with great playability and a brighter tone that fills the room.
Review: Yamaha P-115B Digital Piano
The Yamaha P-115B is a great choice to consider in the ever popular sub-$1,000 digital piano market. It has all the essential features, very good sound and comes in a convenient footprint for those looking to acquire a piano, but not the size and inconvenience.
5 things to know before buying a ukulele
Discover key insights for ukulele enthusiasts. From types and tuning to budgeting and gifting, get expert advice before your next purchase.
NAMM 2015 Close-out
Another NAMM show has come to a close and while all the exhibitors contemplate packing up their booths, I’m reflecting on all that I’ve seen over the past few days. There weren’t any show-stopping standout announcements this year, but there was a lot to see!
Discover guitar thanks to Fender Play
Learning guitar isn't easy. Fender addressed the issue with an online platform called Fender Play. I set out to find out if this tool can help ease the learning curve.