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6 GarageBand Alternatives For Windows (That Don’t Suck)

Rowan Frizell

GarageBand is one of the most respected free DAWs out there. What can you do if you’re running...

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The Forbidden Riff: Why Stairway To Heaven Is Banned In Guitar Stores

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Why is the Stairway To Heaven riff so controversial? Is the “ban” just a joke? Discover some bonus...

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Download and/or print our handy vocal EQ cheat sheet. Learn the crucial frequency areas of controlling vocals in...

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7 Most Famous Recording Studios in LA (Ever Built)

Rowan Frizell

Los Angeles is still considered the heart of American media culture. We look at 7 of the most...

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7 Most Famous Recording Studios In London Ever Built

Rodrigo Sanchez

London is a powerhouse of musical culture and history. We look at 7 of the most iconic music...

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Pip Dolan

Are your walls lacking a bit of character? Is your studio in need of some identity? Home studio...

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Soundation Review (The Online DAW Of Choice?)

Kieran Whitehouse

Can an in-browser DAW compete with Logic, Ableton, and Pro Tools? Get to grips with Soundation’s collaborative toolset...

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Ableton Simpler vs Sampler (Differences & Use Cases Explained)

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Taylor vs Gibson Guitars (Head-To-Head Comparison)

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In-Ear Monitors vs Earbuds (4 Key Differences Explained)

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Guitar EQ Cheat Sheet (Frequency Ranges & Essential Tips)

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Channeling your inner Hendrix but ending up with a muddy mix in recording? Guitars have a wide frequency...

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The Best Ableton Live Export Settings (For Each Type Of Project)

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7 Free Music Distribution Services (That Don’t Suck)

Tony Halliwell

Ready to launch your music to the world but need a distribution service? We sift through 7 of...

TuneCore vs DistroKid (Which Distributor Is Best?)

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Riff vs Lick vs Motif vs Ostinato (Explained With Examples)

Jonathan Cummings

Learn the difference between a riff and a lick Learn the difference between a riff and a motif...

Ableton Simpler vs Sampler (Differences & Use Cases Explained)

Learn the main differences between Ableton’s Simpler & Sampler Is one better than the other for sampling? We...

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Who Owns The Beatles’ Music? (The Entire Timeline)

Noah Teachey

Learn what publication rights are Who actually owns The Beatles’ music? Find out what role Michael Jackson played...

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Riff vs Lick vs Motif vs Ostinato (Explained With Examples)

Jonathan Cummings

Learn the difference between a riff and a lick Learn the difference between a riff and a motif...

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Soundation Review (The Online DAW Of Choice?)

Kieran Whitehouse

Can an in-browser DAW compete with Logic, Ableton, and Pro Tools? Get to grips with Soundation’s collaborative toolset...

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Alesis Nitro Mesh Kit Review (Worth The Hype?)

Steve Charlton

The Alesis Nitro Mesh Kit reviewed in depth Features, sound, and quality covered Alesis Nitro Mesh vs Turbo...

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Ableton Simpler vs Sampler (Differences & Use Cases Explained)

Learn the main differences between Ableton’s Simpler & Sampler Is one better than the other for sampling? We...

Plugins Ask The Hive

Who Owns The Beatles’ Music? (The Entire Timeline)

Noah Teachey

Learn what publication rights are Who actually owns The Beatles’ music? Find out what role Michael Jackson played...

Taylor vs Gibson Guitars (Head-To-Head Comparison)

Vinny Kaul

A head-to-head comparison between two high-dollar guitar brands. How do they differ from each other? Find out if...

Acoustic Guitars

Types Of Cymbals (Differences & Use Cases Explained!)

Felix Munnik

What are the parts of a cymbal? What are the most common types of cymbals? How are cymbals...

Drums & Percussion

In-Ear Monitors vs Earbuds (4 Key Differences Explained)