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AKAI Professional MPK Mini Play MKIII controller review
I review the AKAI Professional MPK Mini Play MKIII for Best Buy's blog. This portable midi controller impresses with its size and features the awesome MPC drum pads!
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.
Bass Guitar Maintenance
Bass guitar maintenance is essential to make sure you're doing a great job holding down the bottom end. From cleaning strings to changing batteries, there are a good many things to consider.
Here are some bass guitar maintenance tips you'll want to consider to help keep your instrument in top shape.
Digital Pianos – What to Look For
Shopping for digital pianos can get confusing quickly when you start looking at the details. Use this guide to help you get started!
Review: Zoom’s IQ6 turns your iOS device into a pocket recording...
If you're looking for the right pocket sized recording device but don't want to go with the old school pocket recorder option, try Zoom's IQ6 for your iOS device. In just seconds, this tiny microphone snaps into your Lightning jack and turns your iPhone, iPad or supported iPod into a powerful little recorder with flexible stereo sound recording options.
Introduction to the home recording studio
Home recording has never been as accessible as it is today. Use this guide to help you plan your very own studio.
Roland F-20 Digital Piano Review
I was both excited and skeptical when I heard that Roland was releasing the F-20. I was excited because of the sub-$1,000 price point for a weighted-action, 88-note digital piano. I was skeptical for the same reasons. The appeal of a digital piano is unmistakable – especially for families who want to start piano lessons, but are hesitant to invest in an expensive instrument. The Roland F-20 seems to make the commitment to music a bit less painful.
Roland GO 88-Key Digital Piano review
Roland's GO:PIANO 88 offers a light, portable keyboard that has everything you need to practice, write, or perform on the move.
Alesis Turbo Mesh Electronic Drum Kit review
Alesis' Turbo Mesh Kit is a great choice for quiet drumming at home, thanks to its quality mesh pads.
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.