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The 10 Best Electric Cellos In 2023
The electric cello is a versatile instrument that gives a cellist a slew of options in regards to their instrument’s sound. Rather than using hollowed wood to resonate like traditional string instruments, an electric cello uses pickups like an electric guitar to amplify its sound. Additionally, it allows its player to practice in silence by […]
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How To Play A G Chord On Ukulele (With Variations)
The G chord, or G Major, is one of the most common chords played on the ukulele. It is as bright and pretty sounding as it is versatile. This guide will cover the basics of the G chord and its applications, as well as all of its variations. Table Of Contents What Is The Standard […]
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How To Buy A Ukulele: Ultimate 2023 Ukulele Buying Guide
The ukulele is one of the most common stringed instruments out there, beloved by casual players and gigging musicians alike. The beauty of the ukulele lies in its accessibility; it is as compact and playable as it is affordable. With such low barriers to entry, picking up the ukulele isn’t a terribly daunting investment. However, […]
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25+ Different Types Of Drums Explained
Drums are among the oldest and widely used instruments of all time. Drums are the most basic and effective expression of rhythm and seemingly every culture around the world has their own unique version of the instrument. This article will cover a list of 28 drums that range from snare drums and floor toms to […]
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Cello Vs. Bass: 5 Key Differences You Should Know
Every orchestra will feature the four main string instruments: violin, viola, cello and bass. The range of these instruments go in descending order, with the violin having the highest pitch range and the bass the lowest. In this guide, we’ll explore the differences between the two lower-range string instruments, the cello and the double bass. […]
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Bass Compressor Pedal Buying Guide: Top 7 Pedals For 2023
Electric guitarists are known for their pedalboards, a collection of foot pedals that offer a variety of effects and modifications to their sound. While they typically don’t use as many, electric bassists utilize pedals of their own. One of these is the incredibly useful bass compressor pedal. This guide will cover what exactly a compressor […]
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25 Pedalboards For Guitar: DIY And Pre-built
Pedalboards are an integral piece of gear for most electric guitarists. They hold and organize effects pedals, audio mixing pedals, tuners, and more. While you can purchase a readymade pedalboard, it is also quite common for guitarists to build their own. The trend of building one’s own pedalboard is spurned by a mixture of financial […]
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Drop B Tuning Guide For Guitar
Every guitarist, from beginner to maestro, understands the importance of their instrument’s tuning. While standard tuning is by far the most common and widely used, there are other options to suit different styles of playing. One of these tunings is called Drop B tuning. While it differs from standard tuning, Drop B is a popular […]
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How To Choose The Perfect Violin Size [Violin Size Chart]
It’s common to believe that the violin has one standard size that all new players must learn and adapt to, but that simply is not true. In actuality, there are eight different violin sizes to choose from depending on your age and size. In truth, your preferred violin size will change in a way that […]
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The Ultimate Drop C Tuning Guide For Guitar
While it is easy to stick to standard tuning as a guitarist, it shouldn’t be forgotten that there are other ways to tune the instrument. Alternate tunings can help you reach different notes and shape chords in other ways. One of the most common types of alternate tunings are “drop” tunings. This includes Drop C […]
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