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Permalink to 5 Funky Things We Saw on Gear Exchange – April 2024
Apr 26 2024, 11:00 AM

5 Funky Things We Saw on Gear Exchange – April 2024

Got gear lying around the studio that you don't find yourself using? Sell it on Sweetwater's Gear Exchange! Catered specifically toward musicians, Gear Exchange makes it simple to flip your used studio gear —... Read more »
Permalink to Celebrating Earth Day: Sweetwater’s Commitment to Sustainability & Social Responsibility
Apr 22 2024, 12:00 PM

Celebrating Earth Day: Sweetwater’s Commitment to Sustainability & Social Responsibility

As April brings us out of the darkness of winter, the sunlight dawns on Earth Day! Mother Nature's enduring beauty has inspired countless songs in her honor. But how do we keep the earth thriving and humans happy at... Read more »
Permalink to D’Addario Reserve Mouthpieces: Elite Sound & Cutting-edge Design
Apr 15 2024, 11:00 AM

D’Addario Reserve Mouthpieces: Elite Sound & Cutting-edge Design

D'Addario's diverse support across numerous instruments can be traced back to Southern Italy's Abruzzo region in the 1600s. This agricultural heritage underscores the ethos of the D'Addario Reserve line of... Read more »
Permalink to D’Addario Organics Reserve Reeds: World’s First USDA Certified Organic Performance
Apr 15 2024, 10:00 AM

D’Addario Organics Reserve Reeds: World’s First USDA Certified Organic Performance

While every component of your woodwind instrument can influence your sound, the ideal reed is imperative to evoking expressive, detailed performances, and D'Addario Organics Reserve reeds offer a powerful yet... Read more »
Permalink to Greta Van Fleet: Heart, Sound, and Bearing the Torch Under the Falling Sky
Apr 10 2024, 1:00 PM

Greta Van Fleet: Heart, Sound, and Bearing the Torch Under the Falling Sky

Throughout their meteoric rise, the Grammy Award-winning Greta Van Fleet have attributed their kaleidoscopic blend of classic-rock-fueled audiovisual aesthetics to their Frankenmuth, Michigan, upbringing. Whether... Read more »
Permalink to Pearl malletSTATION EM Pro: Groundbreaking Expression with KMI Engineering
Mar 25 2024, 1:00 PM

Pearl malletSTATION EM Pro: Groundbreaking Expression with KMI Engineering

Pearl's malletSTATION EM Pro represents their foray into next-gen, pro-tier digital keyboard percussion that's purpose-built for powerful stage- and studio performances. What's the key to its unmatched expression... Read more »
Permalink to BetterSax Burnin’ Baritone Mouthpiece: Fiery Sounds Powered by JodyJazz
Jan 31 2024, 3:00 PM

BetterSax Burnin’ Baritone Mouthpiece: Fiery Sounds Powered by JodyJazz

As an extension of Jay Metcalf's ongoing mission to provide robust saxophone support to players of every style and level of experience, BetterSax has partnered with JodyJazz — the premier USA-based manufacturer of... Read more »
Permalink to BetterSax Classic Mouthpiece: Professionally Crafted for Alto & Tenor Student Support
Jan 31 2024, 2:00 PM

BetterSax Classic Mouthpiece: Professionally Crafted for Alto & Tenor Student Support

BetterSax was founded by Jet Metcalf in order to pursue his vision of empowering the next generation of saxophone players through modernizing the way players of every level practice, perform, and learn to better... Read more »
Permalink to BetterSax Presents: The Geeklet — Customize Your Tones & Contour to Suit Your Sax
Jan 31 2024, 1:00 PM

BetterSax Presents: The Geeklet — Customize Your Tones & Contour to Suit Your Sax

Jay Metcalf founded BetterSax with the intention of reimagining the education and mastery of the saxophone, following his revelation that the classical and so-called "modern" approaches to jazz were becoming... Read more »
Permalink to BetterSax Jazz Cut Reeds: Engineered to Achieve Your Signature Sound
Jan 31 2024, 12:00 PM

BetterSax Jazz Cut Reeds: Engineered to Achieve Your Signature Sound

BetterSax was founded by Jay Metcalf with a singular, ambitious mission: to reimagine how we teach, learn, practice, and master playing the saxophone. As an international performer who'd been steeped in the world of... Read more »
Permalink to BetterSax Classic Tenor: A Student Saxophone with Pro-grade Features
Jan 28 2024, 10:00 AM

BetterSax Classic Tenor: A Student Saxophone with Pro-grade Features

Jay Metcalf founded BetterSax with the mission of providing pro-tier support for saxophone players of all levels, from educational tools and instructional videos to now having a line of their own instruments. Jay... Read more »
Permalink to NAMM 2024 Rumors Confirmed
Jan 23 2024, 9:00 AM

NAMM 2024 Rumors Confirmed

Shop All Products from NAMM 2024 Though it took a few years to recover, the NAMM Show returns to full strength. The largest, loudest trade show of its kind, NAMM is a celebration of music, technology, and the people... Read more »
Permalink to What’s New at Sweetwater? Making a Track with New Gear Only
Dec 23 2023, 10:30 AM

What’s New at Sweetwater? Making a Track with New Gear Only

As the holiday season progresses into the new year, many find themselves with a reinvigorated creative spirit itching to summit new musical heights, and Sweetwater has no shortage of exciting, inspiring gear fresh... Read more »
Permalink to It’s Never Too Late for Gift Cards
Dec 20 2023, 8:00 AM

It’s Never Too Late for Gift Cards

As the holidays grow nearer, there's no guarantee that our shipping times will be as punctual as Santa himself. But thankfully, with a Sweetwater Gift Card, you can eliminate the pressure by giving the gift of an... Read more »
Permalink to Countdown to Christmas: Hurry! These Great Gifts Won’t Last Long
Dec 13 2023, 8:00 AM

Countdown to Christmas: Hurry! These Great Gifts Won’t Last Long

The holiday season is in its final weeks, and you know what that means: eye-popping deals and big savings on incredible gear now through December 25 at Sweetwater! Do your last-minute shopping the right way, and... Read more »
Permalink to Is the Sphere the Future of Live Music?
Dec 12 2023, 8:00 AM

Is the Sphere the Future of Live Music?

By now, we've all seen the pictures: a giant, orb-shaped structure wrapped in a full LED array gleaming brightly just east of the Las Vegas Strip. This is the Sphere, the world's first large-scale immersive music... Read more »
Permalink to No, Really! Don’t Wait. It’s Almost Too Late.
Dec 11 2023, 8:00 AM

No, Really! Don’t Wait. It’s Almost Too Late.

As we sprint into the holiday season's final stretch, the time to quit procrastinating is now. It's almost too late for gear and gifts to arrive on time — but not quite!  Our warehouses are packed to the brim... Read more »
Permalink to How Source Audio Made Sweetwater’s Reverb Rooms Possible
Dec 10 2023, 11:00 AM

How Source Audio Made Sweetwater’s Reverb Rooms Possible

If you've never been to Sweetwater's campus, then you're missing out! We're joking (sort of), but Sweetwater's dedication to supporting musicians of every style along their creative odysseys extends beyond the... Read more »
Permalink to How to List on Sweetwater’s Gear Exchange | Fund Your Dream Gear!
Dec 8 2023, 4:00 PM

How to List on Sweetwater’s Gear Exchange | Fund Your Dream Gear!

Got gear? Great! Not sure who wants it? Don't worry: we've got you covered. With our Gear Exchange, Sweetwater's connecting like-minded artists to help them discover the best deals on gear from across the country... Read more »
Permalink to Upgrade Your Gear by the End of the Year
Dec 8 2023, 11:00 AM

Upgrade Your Gear by the End of the Year

Professional institutions and freelancers are all too familiar with the "use it or lose it" aspect of the end-of-year budget. Oftentimes, purchasing that new upgrade during the holiday season makes more sense for... Read more »
Permalink to Time Is Running Out!
Dec 7 2023, 8:00 AM

Time Is Running Out!

Christmas is just around the corner, so time is quickly running out to finish your shopping before the big day arrives. If you're not sure what to buy for the musician or content creator in your life, then... Read more »
Permalink to How to Reduce Your Taxes as a Working Musician
Dec 4 2023, 8:00 AM

How to Reduce Your Taxes as a Working Musician

All US taxpayers, including musicians, will soon begin the arduous task of gathering pertinent documents to file their tax returns. While they'll undoubtedly look to find ways to reduce their April 15 tax liability... Read more »
Permalink to 6 (Not So) Subtle Ways to Drop Holiday Gift Hints
Dec 1 2023, 8:00 AM

6 (Not So) Subtle Ways to Drop Holiday Gift Hints

Let's face it — it's hard to buy gifts for musicians if you're not a musician. But you want your loved ones to get you something that you'll actually use. If you're telepathic, then the solution is simple. But for... Read more »
Permalink to Overcoming Musical Fatigue
Nov 28 2023, 10:03 AM

Overcoming Musical Fatigue

Every musician hits a wall at some point. It's not uncommon to encounter roadblocks along your musical journey. Inspiration wanes, exhaustion sets in, or disillusionment with the music scene takes hold, causing your... Read more »

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