SWAMP Content
Here you can find a collection of articles, blog posts and buying guides from the Swamp team. Our aim is to provide basic but nonetheless important information, written and produced in a simple but informative way, to help expand the knowledge of musicians and producers alike.
Scarlett 18i20 Firmware Update Unlocks Full ADAT I/O - Now 24 Inputs and 28 Outputs
Date Posted: 28 March 2025
Focusrite's latest update for the Scarlett 18i20 unlocks full ADAT I/O (24 ins / 28 outs) at 48kHz, plus adds Monitor Groups and Auto Gain features across the 18i20, 18i16, and 16i16 models.
The Ultimate Guide to Proper Guitar Maintenance and Care
Date Posted: 7 March 2024
With proper guitar maintenance, your guitar can be as good as new a decade after you've bought it. So let's talk about how you should care for your guitar.
Can You Learn the Electric Guitar Online?
Date Posted: 1 March 2024
Is it possible to learn to play the electric guitar online? Absolutely. However, there are several methods, all with their own advantages and disadvantages. Let's discuss what they are.
6 Crucial Bass Guitar Accessories: Amp Up Your Experience
Author: Tom Graham Date Posted: 8 February 2024
Playing the bass is fundamentally about passion and commitment, but some things can help you along the way. Let's discuss the bass guitar accessories that can help take your playing to the next level.
13 Essential Guitar Accessories You Always Need to Have
Date Posted: 17 January 2024
What's the best way to become the best at playing guitar? Practice, of course. However, other things can help you out too - discover the guitar accessories you need to make the music flow from your fingertips!
Enya Music Launches the NEXG 2 Carbon Fibre Smart Guitar
Author: Tom Graham Date Posted: 6 November 2023
Discover the next generation of guitar playing with the NEXG 2. This innovative instrument seamlessly blends the timeless charm of an acoustic guitar with cutting-edge audio technology. It's not just a guitar - it's a loop station and so much more.
Unleashing the Benefits of Carbon Fibre Acoustic Guitars: Enya Music's Models
Date Posted: 23 May 2023
In the recent past, guitar makers have started employing carbon fibre to craft their acoustic guitars, and it seems to have opened a new chapter in the book of guitar-making. Enya Music harnesses the power of this durable and robust material.
Kustom Guitar Amps - Revived for the modern age
Date Posted: 4 February 2023
We're thrilled to offer Kustom amplifiers to our customers. In our opinion, Kustom is one of the most underappreciated amplifier companies in the market. With a rich heritage, distinctive soulful sounds, innovative features and great prices.
SWAMP Becomes Pro Dealer for Hartke Bass Amplifiers
Date Posted: 30 July 2022
SWAMP Industries are proud to be a Hartke Pro Dealer, and bring to you a diverse range of combo amps, kickback amps, speaker cabinets and bass amp heads - with Hartke, there is the right solution for professional, intermediate and beginner bassists.
Focusrite Essential Podcasting Interfaces - Vocaster One and Vocaster Two
Author: Tom Graham Date Posted: 2 June 2022
The essential podcasting interface is here. Introducing Vocaster One and Vocaster Two. Tell the world! Key features such as Auto Gain, Enhance, the Easy Start tool, provide users with all the things they need to get recording.
NOVA GO - Enya Music's first Acoustic Smart Guitar
Author: Tom Graham Date Posted: 4 March 2022
Enya Music's Carbon Fibre Smart Guitar has arrived - the NOVA GO! Play with effects that resonate from the instrument body itself, connect a mic or amp, use the tuner, metronome or drum beats and control it all via the Enya App.
Mixdown Magazine Review the Monkey Banana Gibbon 5" Studio Monitors
Date Posted: 7 October 2021
One of our staff favourites - Monkey Banana Gibbon 5" - has just been reviewed by the guys at Mixdown Magazine! They have done a recent series on all different models of studio monitors so check out the reviews if you considering an upgrade.
Avid Pro Tools Buying Guide: Choosing the Right Version for You
Date Posted: 5 March 2025
Avid Pro Tools is the industry-standard DAW with 3 versions: Artist, Studio, and Ultimate. This guide explains key differences, purchase options (subscription vs. perpetual), renewal licenses, and education discounts to help you choose the right version.
Upgrade your NEXG guitar to the new V2 version
Date Posted: 27 November 2023
Enya is supporting customers you would like to upgrade from the NEXG1 to the new NEXG2 components. This gives you the new 80W speaker and the new ES3 module that enables to use of the looper and drum machine.
Guitar Pedalboard Buying Guide
Date Posted: 15 February 2023
When selecting a pedalboard, there are a few factors to consider. First, you'll want to choose a size that accommodates your pedals and allows for any future expansion. You'll also want to consider the weight and durability of the board.
Enya AcousticPlus - Actuator for Acoustic Guitar Effects without Amplifier
Date Posted: 30 September 2021
Enya AcousticPlus® system allows players to add sound effects from the instrument itself, with no external devices needed. Each Enya AcousticPlus® instrument has a built-in actuator. This groundbreaking technology takes the string vibrations and enhances
Eligibility Requirements for Avid Pro Tools Educational Institution Edition
Date Posted: 3 September 2021
Are you a student, teacher or faculty member at an academic institution? If so, Pro Tools is available with discounted Educational Institution pricing. Read here for requirements to see if you may be eligible.
Microphone Buyers Guide
Date Posted: 25 April 2019
Learn about the different types of microphones including condenser, dynamic, tube, USB, Ribbon and what applications they are commonly used for. Buying a mic for live stage use, can be different to buying a mic for a studio.
Headphone Amplifier Designed for Mixing with Headphones
Author: Hazel Date Posted: 11 February 2021
Using headphones for mixing? Consider a professional headphone amplifier such as the Alctron HA660. It achieves a speaker-like working environment over headphones, so as to hear the music as it was meant to be heard, without the need of speakers.
3 Tips That Can Help Your Kids Learn Instruments
Author: Roxanne Janine Date Posted: 13 November 2020
Learning an instrument can be very beneficial for your child. The World Economic Forum points to the large body of research that supports the idea of how learning a musical instrument can lead to long-term cognitive benefits for children.
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