Frequently Asked Questions
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What compression settings are appropriate for recording electric bass?
Since the electric bass has a wider dynamic range than many instruments, compression is often applied in order to maintain a more even volume level, and to match the dynamics of th -
What does de-essing mean?
De-essing is a method for removing loud sibilants (harsh "SSS" sounds) from vocal parts. This can be accomplished by a dedicated de-esser device or by using an equalizer connected -
What are the differences in digital connections?
More and more gear is hitting the streets with digital I/O, and there are some things you'll want to be aware of as you put it all together. Digital is less forgiving than analog, -
What is a "Diversity" Wireless System? What are the advantages?
A "Diversity" Wireless System employs two separate antennas on the receiver. Several times each second, the receiver analyzes which antenna is picking up a stronger signal and swit -
Editing Synthesizer Presets
Editing the presets on your synth or creating new sounds from scratch can instantly extend your instrument's musical potential. Most modern keyboards' sounds come from sample wavef -
What are the tonal differences between Alder, Ash, Poplar, Basswood, Mahogany and Maple?
Alder is full and rich, with flat low-end, nice cutting mids, and good overall warmth and sustain. Alder is generally considered to be one of the "traditional" Stratocaster body wo -
What are expanders and noise gates?
Expanders are dynamic processors that increase the dynamic range of a signal. They make loud sounds louder and soft sounds softer. They're like an amplifier with a variable gain co -
How can I get cool guitar sounds from a keyboard?
If you're a keyboard player who'd like to add some guitar sound to the mix, we have a couple of tricks to get you on the fast track. Most keyboards can deliver some standard, steri -
How can I keep from breaking strings on my guitar?
First, always handle new strings with care. If you bend or put a kink in a new string when you’re taking it out of the pack, you can create a weak spot in the string that will snap -
Is it necessary that I use an amplifier that is specifically designed for keyboards, or can I use any good sounding amplifier? What are the advantages of using a keyboard amp?
You can play your keyboard through anything that will amplify it, like a guitar or bass amp. The advantage to using a keyboard amp is that it is designed to reproduce the higher fr
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