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Audiocenter Powered Speakers, Explained: How to Choose Between the GT, MA and L Series

Author: SWAMP Industries   Date Posted: 24 July 2026

Audiocenter's powered range splits into three families - the pro-grade GT Active Series, the lightweight wireless MA12+, and the discreet L MK2 column systems. Here is how to pick the right one for your room, job and budget.

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 NEXG 2 Explained: Presets, App, AI Profiling and NEXG 1 vs 2

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.

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.

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.

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.

Focusrite’s Gen 3 series of Scarlett Audio Interfaces - Lower Latency, 'Air' Preamp Feature

Date Posted: 15 September 2019

Focusrite’s Gen 3 line of Scarlett interfaces has recently launched, bringing with it even lower latency and the ‘Air’ feature for a top-end boost for your mic preamp. Previously exclusive to Focusrite’s range of high end studio equipment.

Top 10 Tips for Beginners Learning Ukulele

For many people not experienced in music, the ukulele can still be a challenge to learn and master, even with its sizable benefits. Here’s ten great tips to help you get started. We’re covering everything from what ukes to buy to tips on how to get the mo

The Best 4 Instruments To Introduce Your Kids To Music

Date Posted: 5 December 2018

If you’ve been wanting an easy way to introduce your child to music, there’s no better time than the holiday season. Figuring out what gifts for kids to pick up this year means that you’ve got a great opportunity to introduce music to your family.