Choose the Best Trumpet Straight...
In Info - 03/26/12
Every trumpet player knows a great mute is going to make your playing sound stellar. But how do you choose the best mute for your type of playing?
3 Tips for Putting a Band Together
In Info - 03/16/12
I'm most certain that at some time or another, the thought of starting up a band and playing some live shows has crossed your mind. If you enjoy music like I do and have a passion for playing a musical instrument, there is a chance that you have...
Finding the Right Guitar Amp Is...
In Guitar - 11/27/11
Back in the day, there were a dozen or so guitar amps available and although they came in different sizes, they were basically the same. You had volume, bass and treble settings and if you paid a little more, you could get built in reverb for a...
29 Ways to Make Money in the...
In Info - 11/07/11
As an Assistant Professor of Recording Arts & Technology, one of the first thing I'm asked by parents of prospective students is whether or not it's possible to make a living in the music industry. Obviously, this is a difficult question. I...
Tips For Looking For A Bass...
In Learn - 11/03/11
Are you a bass player and thinking about getting a practice amp? And is it important to have a separate practice amp? I believe it is and I'll explain why. But first let me explain my definition of "practice" for this article. I am referring to...
Want To Become A Pop Star?
In Info - 04/28/11
Many aspirant amateur singers want to become pop stars. Are you one of them? If you are, do you have what it takes to become a pop star? The transition from an amateur singer to become a professional can be a very frightening experience and...
How to Start a Band and Rock...
In Learn - 04/24/11
Who among us hasn't dreamed of starting a band and rocking on a stage in front of hundreds of amped up friends? Starting a band and playing a great gig isn't only for musical geniuses - it's for anyone who wants to have a blast, show others a...
Vacuum Tube Amplifiers - Costly But True Value for Your Money
Posted in Guitar - Saturday, December 3, 2011 @ 08:59 AM
Vacuum Tube amplifier consists of vacuum tubes which are used to amplify audio, power and other alternating current signals before transistors were invented. This vacuum technology is still used by guitars. This tube amp basically operates on vacuum tube or valves. Audiophiles usually desire these tubes as tube amplifier is considered ideal for home listening as it produces natural and smooth sound.