Sep 12, 2026, 4:15 PM
The Nashville Number System is a quick and easy way to write chord charts to songs in a way that others (well, others who are familiar with the... Read more »
Aug 3, 2026, 1:00 PM
How Do Equalizers Work?
There’s quite a bit of mystique (and possibly a bit of confusion) surrounding the tools and techniques related to equalization, so, in an effort... Read more »
Jul 31, 2026, 1:00 PM
Try Something Different – Discovering New Favorite Gear
Most of us have ’em — signal chains that are our go-to setups for certain instruments. If you have a lot of stuff available (dozens of mics and... Read more »
Jul 31, 2026, 12:00 PM
Everything You Need to Know About Bass Guitar Strings
There are a number of reasons you might buy a specific bass: you may fall in love with the shape of the instrument, your favorite bassist may... Read more »
Jul 26, 2026, 9:28 AM
Parallel Compression Explained
It sounds kind of geeky and high tech, like one of those techniques that you’ve read about but haven’t really felt the need to try — possibly... Read more »
Jan 16, 2024, 7:00 AM
How Do Compressors Work?
Basic Compressor Designs Variable Mu Optical FET VCA Compressor Controls Threshold Attack Release Ratio Knee Gain Makeup Using Your Compressor I... Read more »
May 5, 2022, 8:00 AM
Bassists, Looking for Something Cool and Different?
Less than 20 years after its introduction in 1951, Fender’s electric bass had nearly become a victim of genericization. Over the years, many... Read more »
Apr 18, 2022, 3:30 PM
Recording the Banjo
Quite a number of people (some of whom aren’t even banjo players) consider the banjo to be the only truly American instrument. Though the roots... Read more »
Jan 11, 2021, 8:00 AM
Vintage Vs. Modern Bass Gear: My Happy Medium
Are you drawn to vintage instruments, amps, and accessories that have stood the test of time, like 1960s Fender basses, Ampeg flip-top amps, and... Read more »
Aug 22, 2020, 8:00 AM
Building the Ultimate Studio Bass Rack
There once was a time when studio bass players showed up for a session carrying only their bass — but that was a different time. These days,... Read more »