Guitar Lead between an Amp Head and Speaker Cab?
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Posted: 12-06-2013 09:19:00 PM
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So often I stumble upon guitarists still using guitar leads between their amp head and speaker cab. Put simply, a guitar lead does not have large enough conductors (copper strands) to carry an amplified signal. It may work ok at low volumes, but at higher levels you are seriously risking damage to your amp and robbing it of its full potential. Those gigging muso’s with a powered mixer featuring ¼” speaker outs should also be wary to not follow suit, or risk bringing down the entire performance with distorted vocals or smouldering amps.
Electric Guitar Pickups - Single coil, Humbucker... Explained!
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Posted: 10-05-2013 02:22:00 AM
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Whats the difference between a P-90 pickup and a Single coil pickup? Find the answer in our new article about guitar pick ups. Find out also what the great Jimmy Page, Jimi Hendrix and Slash used in there guitars and get experimenting.
SWAMP’s Christmas Microphone Buying Guide
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Posted: 05-12-2012 01:48:00 AM
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A helpful guide to selecting a microphone as a gift for a budding musician. Whether it is for practice at home, live performance, or even home recording; we have right products and information to lead you in the right direction. Also find packages deals, including everything you need to get started with either practicing or recording audio at home.
Differences Between Tube and Solid State Amps
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Posted: 28-11-2012 04:25:00 PM
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Ever wandered how to get that warm blues tone? Ever thought i have all these pedals why don't I sound like Clapton or Hendrix ? Well with our guide to Exploring the Differences Between Tube Amps and Solid State Amps you will be finding your desired tone in no time.
How to String a Guitar
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Posted: 25-10-2012 07:06:00 PM
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Learning to string a guitar is a must for any budding guitarist, whether it be for acoustic, electric or classical guitar. The following article will explain how to re-string all three. It may be a bit daunting at first but just like learning to play guitar it will all come with practice.
Hi-Z and Low-Z Inputs and Outputs
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Posted: 21-07-2012 07:01:00 PM
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HI and LOW Guitar Inputs and Outputs Explained
When dealing with guitar inputs and outputs, you may come across a lot of words like impedance and resistance that aren’t necessarily related to what you’re most concerned about: your tone! But when it comes to the ins and outs (if you will) of producing the best tone for you, it’s good to know why different inputs and outputs exist. And the explanations are actually pretty straightforward.
True Bypass and Guitar Pedals
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Posted: 08-06-2012 07:15:00 PM
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When guitarists get together and talk about their rig (either their actual gear or a dream setup), there is often much discussion – if not arguing – about the advantages of “true bypass” in the effects pedals that are a part of said rig. But what exactly does true bypass mean, and how is it useful to you as a guitarist?
Piezo Tuners - The Clip On Tuner
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Posted: 21-03-2012 06:15:00 PM
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Instrument tuners come in all manner of shapes, sizes and kinds – and all fit different needs for different musicians. For instance, if you are just playing guitar in a quiet house or apartment, then a standard electronic tuner that uses a microphone to pick up the frequency of a string will work fine. But if you are on a noisy stage, the microphone will pick up background noises and will be very difficult to use. Enter the Piezo Tuner...
External USB Sound Card Audio Interface Comparison
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Posted: 30-11-2011 07:54:00 PM
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With the copious advancements made in recording technology over the past decade or so, coinciding with the price drop in computers with huge hard drives and lightning fast processors, building a home recording studio is no longer a laborious and expensive process. In fact, putting together a functional recording setup that will produce high-end results requires little more than a couple of decent microphones, a computer, recording software and just a little extra spending money for a device to connect it all together.
A buyers guide to Guitar Strings
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Posted: 03-11-2011 07:55:00 PM
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Whether browsing for strings online or standing in a music store, the numerous options for types of guitar strings can seem overwhelming. Here we’ll look at the different options available and explore how to best choose the perfect string for you.
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