Blues Guitar Unleashed Blog Many students come to me after having learned a bunch of pentatonic or blues scale soloing patterns… And they wonder why their solos still don’t sound very good But the reality is that they haven’t taken the time to master any one area of the fretboard, so nothing *sticks* and sounds … Continue reading Fretboard Freedom With Limits
Modern Drummer Magazine Consequence capped off their Drum Week with a massive roundup: 65 drummers listed who they believe are the five greatest players in drumming history. For their grand list of the 100 best drummers of all time, Consequence reached out to dozens of drummers to hear who inspired their playing and why. 65 drummers responded, … Continue reading 65 Drummers Share Their Top 5 Drummers of All Time
Pro Audio and Studio Archives | Music Instrument News The best 64 drift drivers meet in the “City of Iron” every year to determine the title of IRON DRIFT KING. Amidst the impressive backdrop of the Ferropolis Industrial Museum with its gigantic open-cast mining excavators, the professionals raced on a customised racetrack in front of … Continue reading Drifts, beams, and excavators – Cameo ORON® H2 sets the scene for the IRON DRIFT KING Festival
Drummer’s Review In-ear monitors (IEMs) have become essential for drummers, providing superior sound clarity, isolation, and comfort that enhances performance on stage and in the studio. Custom-fit IEMs are particularly valuable for drummers who need to hear every beat and nuance while protecting their hearing from loud environments. One brand leading the industry with bespoke … Continue reading “The Power of Custom-Fit In-Ear Monitors for Drummers – Why Professional Drummers Choose ACS Custom”
GUITARHABITS September 20, 2024 by Klaus Crow The major pentatonic scale is a guitarist’s go-to for creating solos that feel fresh, uplifting and bright. It’s the secret sauce behind some of the most memorable guitar solos in music history. You’ll find these solos in country music a lot of the time, but also in classic rock (The … Continue reading Songs with Major Pentatonic Scale Solos
Drummer’s Review Here’s the latest review from the Drummer’s Review Live Room featuring a selection of Paiste Flat Ride Cymbals. Featuring… 18″ & 20″ 2002 Flat Rides 20″ & 22″ Signature Traditionals Flat Rides 20″ & 22″ Masters Dark Flat Rides Filmed July 2024 at Paul Caboche Studios, Cornwall, UK. (scroll down for recording & … Continue reading Paiste Flat Ride Selection – Reviewed
Pro Audio and Studio Archives | Music Instrument News IK Multimedia is proud to announce the release of the iLoud Micro Monitor Pro, a feature-rich, professional version of the extremely popular iLoud Micro Monitor. The iLoud Micro Monitor Pro delivers studio-quality sound in an ultra-compact format, making critical mixing possible anywhere. Revolutionizing Portable Sound Offering … Continue reading IK Multimedia Releases iLoud Micro Monitor Pro
Pro Audio and Studio Archives | Music Instrument News Tascam is pleased to announce the latest 2.0 firmware update for the company’s popular Portacapture X8 and Portacapture X6 portable audio recorders. With the ability to record wherever one’s inspiration takes them, the Portacapture recorders make it a snap to capture audio for sound design, record … Continue reading Firmware Version 2.0 Adds Pocketstudio Features to the Tascam Portacapture Series
Drummer’s Review Introducing the DrumCraft 14″x6.5″ Bell Brass Snare Drum, “a powerhouse of tone and precision” state DrumCraft, “crafted with a 3.0mm cast bronze shell, this snare offers an impressive blend of cutting projection and nuanced playability.” Featuring durable satin chrome hardware and a Nickelworks throw-off, it ensures both reliable performance and sleek aesthetics. With … Continue reading Launch of the DrumCraft Bell Brass Snare
Modern Drummer Magazine In the latest feature for Consequence’s Drum Week, Anthrax and Pantera drummer Charlie Benante takes a deep dive into 10 songs with drumming that blew his mind. The selections range from barn-burning classics like Rush’s “Natural Science” and Led Zepplin’s “Misty Mountain Hop” to newer inspirations like Dave Matthews Band’s “Drive In, … Continue reading Charlie Benante Names 10 Songs Every Drummer Should Hear
