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Hearing Noise? Might be a power issue
In this episode, I dig into the value proposition of power conditioners. Power conditioners are NOT surge protectors or outlet strips. They are much more and extremely beneficial
Is Demand Destruction Happening?
What is demand destruction and are we seeing it happen now?
Dynamic Microphone Boosters
In the old days, we plugged dynamic microphones right into the board, or the PA but recently a new set of dynamic mics have hit the market that have very low output levels and are just too quiet. What do we do?
What’s New for March 2022
In this episode, I briefly review some of the recent product and vendor announcements going into March 2022.
Choosing Pedal Order
The order of the pedals on your pedal board is a personal decision, but perhaps you are looking for some basic guidelines to get started. This episode will help you do just that.
Successfully Trying Out Gear
Many times, we try out gear, and what sounds ok in one place, doesn’t work out elsewhere. There are good reasons for this so here are a few tips on thinking about your total signal chain when trying gear out. It may be a bit more work up front, but always works out better in the end.
Where’s The Innovation?
As musicians we are looking to move ahead, yet so much of what we encounter is a refresh of the past. Where is the innovation? It may not be where you think.
Is A Handwired Amp Better?
As a means to sell you new and more expensive amplifiers, some makers are offering “hand-wired” versions of select amplifiers. This certainly makes the amp more boutique, and definitely more expensive, but does it sound better? Let’s talk about that.
Recording Yourself
Every musician regardless of skill level will benefit from recording themselves. Rather than sit back and say to yourself “I’m not ready”, jump into the self recording pool and see how you can improve your skills and have a record of your creative impulses that lasts
Every Player Needs a Looper
Many players never even consider a looper pedal. Yet many professionals think it is the most important pedal after a tuner. Why? Listen in to find out why you need a looper.
Guitar Tonewoods - Do They Matter?
The discussion of whether the wood matters in a guitar has been around for a long time. Listen in for considerations for both acoustic and electric guitars. It may encourage a different perspective for you.
Either And : Digital Modelling Systems
Join me for a podcast episode on why a digital modelling system might be a good solution for your needs and to address some common misconceptions and myths about them.
My Top Pedal Purchases of 2021
Hey gang! Listen to this episode to learn which pedal purchases of 2021 are my favourites and highly recommended.
The Shure SM7B Dynamic Microphone
I’ve been looking at adding a dynamic microphone for voiceovers and podcasts and recently tested the Shure SM7B. Listen now to learn what I have discovered.
Let’s Talk About Strings
We play stringed instruments, so the strings are rather critical to the whole thing right? Let’s have a conversation about choosing strings and what you might elect to use as part of your selection criteria.