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From time to time we publish articles on a range of topics that we hope fellow musicians will find useful. If you're specifically looking for music gear buying guides go to our Gear Guides section.

The Helmut Haas Effect from 1949 - How to Use it Today

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on Jul. 24, 2023.

The Haas effect is a handy technique to try on your mixes. Keep reading to learn the Haas effect and when you should use it.

Reverb vs Echo: Both Explained and How to Use Them

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on Jul. 22, 2023.

Reverb and echo are audio effects caused by sound reflecting off hard surfaces of varying distances. Discover the difference and how to use reverb and echo in your recordings.

Gain vs Volume - At Last a Great Explanation

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on Jul. 22, 2023.

Confused about why gain and volume are different? This simple guide will help you see the difference between gain vs volume, including when to use them.

What is a PA System? Public Address Systems Simply Explained

Submitted by Alexander Briones on Jul. 21, 2023.

Everyone has seen and heard PA systems in action, but what is a PA System? Here, we'll tell you exactly what a PA system is.

The Versatile ABY Switch: A Game-Changer for Musicians

Submitted by Alexander Briones on Jul. 19, 2023.

Are you looking to improve your guitar setup? Please keep reading to learn what an ABY switch is and why you need it as part of your guitar toolkit.

The Guitar Accessories List - Tick..Tick..Tick

Submitted by Alexander Briones on Jul. 18, 2023.

Guitar Accessories List - Must Haves for Guitarists

Find the accessories to expand your craft and improve your playing with this guitar accessories list. 12 of the best accessories for guitar players.

The Art of Audio Ducking | Balancing Sound in Your Productions

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on Jul. 18, 2023.

Have you come across the term audio ducking before? Please keep reading to learn what audio ducking is and how to use it for your projects.

What are 808s? - Bass, Kicks & Beats

Submitted by Alexander Briones on Jul. 18, 2023.

808s are legendary beats that have come to define hip-hop and electronic dance music. Discover where 808s come from and how they revolutionized music.

Ribbon Mic Uses and How to Get the Best Out of Them

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on Jul. 17, 2023.

Ribbon mics are the less popular type of mic compared to dynamic mics and condenser mics. In this article we talk about the history and use cases for this vintage sounding microphone type.

Drum Stick Sizes Explained - Which Should You Use?

Submitted by Alexander Briones on Jul. 17, 2023.

Learn about drum stick sizes & what they mean for your music. Click here for a breakdown & a guide on which stick you should choose depending on your genre.