The piano has been through history one of the most iconic and popular instruments. With the arrival of electronic music, a combination of keyboards and computers became essential in any musicians studio and work. And a combination of full 88-key piano with MIDI controllers is the best way to combine both worlds. ...
If you wanted to learn how to play an instrument in the past, you had two options – either find a tutor in your town or, if that’s not an option, become a self-taught musician. Today, with the rise of the internet, there are lots of options for learning anything in the world and that spreads even to learning how to ...
If you’re a bass player, you know how hard, slow and expensive it is to build a full pedalboard, buying all of the effects pedals individually and piecing them together into one board. For that reason, multi-effects pedals have been, for the last 30 years, irreplaceable piece of equipment of many bass players around ...
The era of modern fusion guitar lasts for decades and Greg Howe is definitely one of the most important figures of the genre. Known for his amazing ability to combine excellent technique with an unparalleled sense of groove, Howe is definitely one of the most distinctive guitar players in history. The playing style ...
If you are always on the move, you probably wonder which guitar would be the most convenient to travel with. Regular guitars are relatively bulky instruments and they are sensitive to temperature changes, humidity, while also being a little fragile. Traveling is often difficult with regular-size guitars. ...
The dulcimer is an ancient instrument that received comeback, and today the demand is higher than ever. We are talking about hammered dulcimers, and even though in the past it was challenging to find the high end one, today, you can choose between numerous manufacturers and builders. If you are new to the entire ...
The melodica is a great wind instrument for instrumentalists that want to improve their perspective of playing, mainly because it will blend easily with other instruments. A great benefit of melodicas is that you will be able to move it around and travel with them without any additional hassle. Most people use ...
The Kalimba is a beautiful instrument that provides pleasant sound and tones which is the main reason why players worldwide are enjoying it. Even though it may not be your first instrument of choice, but in the long run, playing Kalimba will provide your rewarding experience. If you are new to it, finding the ...
Ukulele - A very underestimated member of the guitar family. Associated with Hawaii and oceanic breeze, the word translates to ‘jumping flea’. The instrument is composed of wood with bits of other materials such as plastic and nylon. Usually, there are four strings, but some variants have six and eight strings as ...
When you are mastering the art of piano, there are a few details that can make all the difference. The importance of piano benches is often overlooked, but they are an essential part of the assembly and can really improve your performance. A good piano bench helps to improve your posture and provides comfort and ...