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43 Amazing Instrument Sounds (+ Video!)

March 20, 2023 By Jimmy Wu Leave a Comment

Instruments vary in sound and general tone, depending on the materials they are made with, their shape, size, slight model variations, and most importantly – the instrumentalist. In attempting to describe the various notes that come from the most common instruments, we have covered 43 instruments (String, Wind, Brass, Keyboard, Percussion) and gathered the opinions of […]

Filed Under: Brass Instruments, Keyboards, Percussion, String Instruments, Woodwind Instruments

16 of the Best Violins in the World

February 22, 2023 By Jimmy Wu Leave a Comment

Best Violins in the World

There’s no denying violins can be incredibly expensive. Even as musical professionals, it’s often difficult to find instruments that fit our budget! However, there’s no denying that the quality and pedigree of a violin can really make a difference.  What makes a good violin? Each individual is different, and everyone will like different qualities in […]

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Best Trumpet Mouthpiece Size for Beginners

December 21, 2022 By Bradley Leave a Comment

Different models of golden 7C trumpet mouthpieces.

The sound of the trumpet has a unique range that it can drown out other instruments in many bands most of the time. The trumpet mouthpiece plays a considerable part in helping a beginner player perform flawlessly. Its importance is quite similar to that of other instruments in what a bow is to a violin […]

Filed Under: Trumpets

Best Keyboards With Weighted Keys For Beginner

December 21, 2022 By Bradley 1 Comment

Replicating the conventional upright piano without the weighted keys and portability is the primary goal of a digital keyboard. In order to recreate such experience of having a genuine piano experience, the feel of the piano keys should be considered.  Nowadays, digital pianos with superb characteristics have weighted keys on them, and most were installed […]

Filed Under: Keyboard Piano

Best Keyboard Stand for 88 Key 2022

December 21, 2022 By Bradley Leave a Comment

There are different variations and styles of keyboards nowadays, but all require stands that are durable and can hold their weight for a longer period. We aim to aid you in your search for the best keyboard stands available, especially if you own an 88-keyed one. But before that, here are characteristics you might want […]

Filed Under: Keyboard Piano

Best Violins For Professionals

December 21, 2022 By Bradley Leave a Comment

Professional Violinist performing in orchestra.

As you are progressing to a higher level in playing the violin, be it a professional or student, you will reach a stage where you need to upgrade your violin. When is it time to upgrade your violin? It is when your violin doesn’t produce the sound quality that matches your skill level; it doesn’t […]

Filed Under: Violin

Grand Piano Microphone Mount

December 21, 2022 By Bradley Leave a Comment

How to miking a grand piano.

Looking at the numerous options of what is available today in music stores for a grand piano microphone mount is quite overwhelming.  It would be better not to look at the choices if you do not know where to start or what should be considered. To avoid getting something that will not precisely fit your […]

Filed Under: Piano

Best Piano Keyboard Stands For Sitting

December 21, 2022 By Bradley 2 Comments

Pianist is playing the digital keyboard in sitting position.

A great piano musical performance will depend not only on the piano player but also on the keyboard that is being used. More often than not, the keyboard piano stand is forgotten, and the performance will be compromised, especially if the musician is temperamental with a diva attitude. Decades ago, this would never be an […]

Filed Under: Keyboard Piano

Best Pickup & Microphone for Violin Recording

December 20, 2022 By Bradley 1 Comment

Different ways and methods for recording violin playing live.

Stringed instruments, like the violin or ‘fiddle’ for some, have a uniquely beautiful sound that should be heard well in an orchestra or any string ensemble. It can be a challenging chore to capture the sound. Amplifying it through the use of microphones is the only way to do it. It would be an injustice […]

Filed Under: Microphones & Recording, Violin

Best Violin Strings for Professionals & Advanced Players

December 20, 2022 By Bradley 2 Comments

Professional violinist playing with the high end violin strings.

Violinists are very meticulous when it comes to their instrument, and having the best possible strings is essential to their performances. Logically, if you have a high-quality violin, it normally comes with high-quality strings. However, the strings do not last that long to ensure perfect tonal qualities each time you play. It does not matter […]

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Best Piano Keyboard Stands For Standing

December 20, 2022 By Bradley 1 Comment

Do you know that frequently playing the piano keyboard can cause muscle spasms and finger stress? Well, I was researching the other day about this and found that if the keyboard stand does not give you the right playing angle and height, you can end up with stressed muscles and damaged fingers. The risks of […]

Filed Under: Keyboard Piano

Best Upright Piano for Beginners

December 20, 2022 By Bradley Leave a Comment

Entry-level digital upright piano.

Do you spend much time figuring out which upright piano is best for a beginner like you? Well, I also experienced the same thing a couple of weeks ago, and for this reason, I came up with this comprehensive article about the best upright pianos for beginners.  When buying an upright piano, a lot of […]

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Best Microphones for Recording Piano

December 20, 2022 By Bradley 2 Comments

Mic been used to record piano playing.

Sometime around the end of last year, I struggled to figure out a way to best capture the piano sound. After engaging in an extensive study on how to do it, I have collated all I’ve learned to come up with this comprehensive article about acoustic piano sound recording. You may find this article useful […]

Filed Under: Piano

Best Clarinet Reeds for Beginners

December 20, 2022 By Bradley Leave a Comment

Choosing the clarinet reed.

The reed is an essential part of the clarinet, and it lies fixed onto the mouthpiece. When you blow some air into the mouthpiece, the air that passes along the reed makes it vibrate to create acoustic waves.  Compared to the Oboe and bassoon that use double reed, the clarinet only uses a single reed. […]

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Best Native American Flute for Beginners

December 20, 2022 By Bradley 2 Comments

Native American musicians performing live on the street.

If you want to learn the rudiments of flute playing, it will help if you have the best Native American flute for beginners. It is a no-brainer that the first thing you will need to master the flute is to have the best Native American flute for beginners. The prices, of course, of this type […]

Filed Under: Flute

Best Music Stands for Drummers

December 20, 2022 By Bradley 1 Comment

Student practising drum lesson by looking at the music sheet on the music stand.

Can you imagine how life as a performing drummer without music stands would be? If your answer is challenging and disconcerting, then we’re on the same page. However, it is not enough to own a music stand. You have to choose one that works for you as a drummer. This is why we’ve come up […]

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Best Violin Strings for Beginners

December 20, 2022 By Bradley Leave a Comment

There are several factors to consider when choosing strings for your violin. First, you must consider your level of skills. So, at the onset, you need to figure out at what level you are in playing the instrument. Are you a beginner or are you a professional violinist? Beginners, of course, need the type of […]

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Best Budget Electronic Drum Kits

December 20, 2022 By Bradley Leave a Comment

Beginner Entry-level digital drum kit.

Quite frankly, the first time my band’s drummer got his hands on an electronic drum kit, he was so excited and amazed. I also remember that day perfectly, for my band were able to arrange several songs with the electronic drum kit. Of course, the feel and sound of the acoustic drums are irreplaceable. Yet, […]

Filed Under: Drum

Best Hanging Microphones for Stage

December 20, 2022 By Bradley Leave a Comment

Choir singing with overhead mics.

The world of live sound will never be possible without those fancied hanging microphones that you would usually see on stage in theatrical plays, opera, musicals, and other shows that require live sound systems. Yet, each show and act may have different microphone requirements, and thus, you need to be very careful in choosing the […]

Filed Under: Microphones & Recording

Best Audio Interfaces for Drums

December 20, 2022 By Bradley Leave a Comment

Setting up the audio interface for the drum kit on stage.

An excellent audio interface is crucial to any studio setup. Indeed, without a studio interface, it may be impossible to achieve top-notch audio quality and project efficiency. Of course, the narrative is not different when working with drummers or on a drum production. You’ll need to add an audio interface for drums into the mix. […]

Filed Under: Drum

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