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.
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.
Enya release the NEXG Smart Guitar
Author: Tom Graham Date Posted: 13 March 2022
Enya's innovations continue with launch of the NEXG Smart Guitar - Effects, EQ, 50W Speaker, Wireless Mic, Audio Interface, Silent, Headphone Out, Carbon Fibre, Wireless Charging Stand + more features. Playing the guitar has never been more fun!
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.
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.
Podcast Recording Guide - Tips for Great Sounding Audio
Author: Tom Graham Date Posted: 13 September 2020
Thinking of starting a podcast but don’t know where to start with your audio? We have put together information to guide you through the process of choosing right microphone, mixing console / audio interface including doing mix minus for phone callers.
Using the SU600 Condenser Mic for Great Sounding Zoom Webinar!
Author: Jonny Date Posted: 27 March 2020
Music teachers and students looking for the easiest way to have great sounding audio for Zoom webinars / conferences or Skype sessions, should consider a USB condenser mic like our SU600. The SU600 is 'plug and play', and should work automatically
Rehearse, Record, Live Steam - Zoom L-12 Digital Mixer for Bands
Author: Tom Graham Date Posted: 22 March 2020
Bands self-isolating together can make the most of the time by recording new ideas, mixing your own tracks and EPs, and even connecting with fans via a live stream. With a digital mixing desk like the Zoom L-12 it's easier than you think to live stream.
Improve the quality of your Media Interviews and Business Conference Calls
Author: Tom Graham Date Posted: 21 March 2020
In the Age of COVID-19 working from home has become the norm and media interviews from the lounge-room are now commonplace. The best way to Improve the quality of your Skype interviews and conference calls is to use a condenser type lavalier / lapel mic
Save Time Bumping In - Colour Coded Piggyback Extension Cables
Author: Tom Graham Date Posted: 20 March 2020
Save time bumping in with piggyback extension cables, colour coded by length so you never pick the wrong length. Ideal for lighting but also great for stage band setups, reducing need for a power board.
The Ultimate Busking Acoustic Guitar Amp is here - the JOYO BSK-60
Author: Tom Graham Date Posted: 9 March 2020
The ultimate acoustic guitar amp is here... the JOYO BSK-60. Huge 60W of Power - Rechargeable Lithium Battery - Reverb, Delay, Chorus Guitar FX - In-Built Looper for Guitar plus stacks more features. Learn more!
Innovative Guitars and Ukuleles from Enya Music
Author: Tom Graham Date Posted: 4 March 2020
We are pleased to announce the return of the Enya Music range of Ukuleles and Guitars to the SWAMP range. Issues with the supply of Rosewood in the global market affected the ability to reorder models we sourced back in 2017.
Launch of the SWAMP SDM16i Digital Mixer
Date Posted: 25 October 2019
The latest addition to our mixer range is our 16 Input SDM16i digital mixer, designed as a live mixing console for bands and it is also ideal for installation at venues.