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You Cannot Lie With A Lyre This article looks at the court instrument called the Lyre. It looks at its history and uses in medieval times. Why The Tremolo Arm Is Misnamed What the tremolo arm is and what it achieves, why it has the wrong name, and what other names it is commonly known by. Why Not Know About Woofer Designing Woofer designing and manufacturing can be a challenging task. A woofer is designed in such a way that it can produce sound ranging from around 40 hertz up to about a kilohertz or even higher. Why Not Know About the Programmable Drum Set for a Better Understanding The above article is about the programmable Drum Set. Here we discuss a brief history and the uses of programmable drum set. When Technology Defines The Accessories For Your Microphones The article discusses the technology, method, types and origin of microphones. On the basis of this, it explains the varieties of the microphone accessories. What You Should Know About Surround Sound Speaker This article is about surround sound speakers. It deals with a lot of information on this type of speaker. What To Look For When Shopping For An Electric Guitar The article guides you to choose the right kind of electric guitar by discussing diverse qualities and deciding factors like good tone wood, noise free instruments, checking out the neck joint, testing the sustenance, checking out the bridge, the truss rod etc. What On Earth Are Kerfling And Purfling? A quick guide to some of the more unusual and less well known terms to do with the design of a guitar, including purfling and kerfling. What Makes A Classical Guitar Different To Other Types Of Guitar? A look at what makes a classical guitar, why it is unique, and the variations found worldwide within the classical guitar family. What Exactly Is An Acoustic Guitar? A brief explanation of what acoustic guitars are, the variations in the designs used and variations within the acoustic guitar family. What Exactly Is A Harp Guitar? A brief description of this very unusual and exotic instrument, and how it manages to combine two very contrasting instruments What are Sampling Synthesizers? The above article discusses the chief characteristic features of a sampling synthesizer. It offers information on the genesis and evolution of sampling synthesizers within the over all synthesizer family. Ways to Master Guitar Care The article introduces the guitarists with the methods of caring for guitar. It describes the ways to clean and polish a new guitar and an old guitar as well, like which cleaners to use, what kind of solvents can be used to polish, etc. Wah Pedals, Fuzz Boxes And Graphics Equalisers Electric guitars are instruments which, unlike most others, use a wide range of extra tools and features to manipulate and affect the sound created. In this article we look at some of these extra features. Vintage Synthesizers: Beginning of Synthesized Music This article is about the vintage synthesizers. It mainly deals with their features. It will help the readers to know a lot about vintage synthesizers. Very Useful Tips About High Tech Music Gear The article focuses on the music gear, which are highly technical, called the high tech music gear. It discusses the different types of high tech music gear and their feature. Various Types of Popular Cymbals In the above article we discuss the various types of cymbals that are used in a drum kit. All those cymbals which are often used are briefly described here. Various Music Gear Required for Bands The article talks about the various equipment that fall into the category of music gear for bands. It also includes their features and functions. Various Major Types of Loudspeakers The above article gives an overview on the various types of speakers available in the market and their distinguished features. It also clarifies the specifications and parameters based on which the classifications are made. Various Brands of IPod Speakers The above article gives a clear detailing about the iPod speakers, as when and how it originated and the unique features of these types of speakers. Varieties of Different Types of Microphones The above article is about the different kinds of microphones, which are used for various recordings and performances. The Basic types of microphones are discussed in this article. Useful Tips To Help You Buy Inexpensive Music Gear People think that good music gear are always expensive. This article will help you learn about several good quality music gear that come cheap if you are careful. Upgrades Of Existing Home Theater Audio Systems A list of a few basic steps and upgrades owners can use to improve the sound quality of their home theater audio systems. Understanding Sheet Music Structuring For Novices If you are new to music then you will want to learn the basics of reading sheet music. While it may seem like a whole new language you will soon find yourself reading it like a pro. Types of Synthesizer Designs This article is about different kinds of synthesizers and their qualities, functions, features and facilities. It also discusses about the different effects they can produce on music and sound quality. Types of Oberheim Synthesizers This article deals with the various models of Oberheim synthesizers and their unique features. Types Of Musical Synthesizers: The Keyboard's Family Tree A basic description of the two types of keyboards available today, these being analog and digital. Also a brief description of how computers can be used as synthesizers. Types of Drums The above article educates you about the various types of drums and their characteristics. It also informs about the usage and the structural features of the types of drums and drum kits. Tuning Your Drum Set The above article describes the process of tuning a drum or a drum set in details. It gives a step-by-step instruction on how to tune your drums to get the tone and pitch you want. Starting from snare drums it encompasses almost all types of drum types such as tom-tom and bass drums. Truss Rods: Good Posture For Guitars A description of what a truss rod is and the important part it plays in preventing the undesired warping of guitar necks. Tips on Shopping for Music Gear The above article is about the necessary steps to be taken while buying a musical instrument. The article discusses the different ways of shopping and their drawbacks as well. Tips on Placement of Speakers This article acts as a useful guide on the placement of speakers and how to enhance the sound experience by placing them in proper places. Tips On Buying Used Music Gear This article talks about the advantages and disadvantages of buying used music gear. This can be very helpful for the aspiring musician if they need to buy equipment. Tips On Buying Portable Keyboard There are many models of portable keyboard available in the market. This article will help you choose the one best suited for your needs. Tips on Buying Music Gear for Home Studios The music gear in your studio can determine what kind of studio it is. Knowing the right kind and the most updated music gear is very important before starting a studio at your home. A thorough research on every aspect of the music gear is important before buying them. Tips on Buying DJ Equipment Want to compose rocking music and play with the tracks? Then you need to buy some good DJ equipment. Learn more, as how and from where to avail extraordinary DJ equipment. Tips for Left Hand Guitarists This article is for the left hand guitarists. These article provides some tips on how they can get out of the problems that a left hand guitarist have to face often. Tips for Buying Drum Kits The above article informs and educates you about the right steps to be taken while shopping for a drum or a drum set. It provides you tips on how to buy a good set of drums along with comments on the individual requirements of a drummer. Tips for Buying a Good Synthesizer The article provides some guidelines that are necessary to keep in mind before buying a synthesizer. It also helps the buyer to decide over the feature, brand, part and price of the instrument. Tips about Drum Equipments The article offers you a guideline on assessing the need and choosing the right kind of drum equipments. It discusses on a wide range of drum equipments - both traditional and new, and suggests you the method to choose them. Time Based Sound Effects For Electric Guitar There are a number of time based effects which can be employed whilst playing electric guitar. In this article we look at three popular effects: slap, echo, and feedback. Timbre, Pitch and Volume of a Synthesizer This article is about the timbre, pitch and volume of a synthesizer. It deals with how these parts work and how important they are for the instrument. It will help the readers to know about the details of synthesizer. Things To Know About Different DJ Equipment This article will give you an idea about different equipment used by DJs. It also invites you to employ your own creativity, The World of Wireless Microphone This article deals with the wireless microphone. It gives the reader vast information on how they work, types of wireless microphone and their brands. It will help the readers to know about this amazing microphone. The World of Hi-Hat Cymbals Information on hi-hat cymbal, mechanism on the working and history of hi-hat cymbals. Playing technique and tips and tricks are also included in the passage. The World of Digital Speakers This article is about digital speakers. It talks about the plus points of this particular music gear. It will help the readers know about these speakers and will convince them why they should opt for this. The Wonders of Woodwind Instruments This article provides of an overview of different wind instruments. It also explores the music they play. The Wonderful Music Of The Band Fleetwood Mac This article looks at the sounds and music of the sixty's band Fleetwood Mac. It also showcases their star singer Stevie Nicks and his solo career after the band. The Wizard of Keyboard and Piano Music Chopin This article is about the life and works of Fredrick Chopin. It talks about his life and creating his compositions. The Wild and Crazy Music of Nirvana This article focuses on the group Nirvana. It chronicles their ups and downs and eventual demise. The Wide Range Of Styles Of Guitars And Performers A look at some well known guitarists, and their unique styles, and the types of guitars which can help create a particular style. The Wah Pedal And The Talk Box There are many different gadgets which can be used to affect the sound or voice of an electric guitar, and in this article we look at two - one popular and fairly well known, and the other rather unusual and less heard of. The Voice Of An Electric Guitar Acoustic guitars and electric guitars have completely different voices. In this article we look at how those voices are created, and how an electric guitar can almost be said to have no specific voice. The Vibrations of a Tuning Fork This article looks at the important musical tool, the tuning fork. It looks at how it is used and why. The Vibrating Sounds Of The Vibraphone Keyboard This article looks at the instrument that uses bells in a keyboard instrument. It looks at what types of music use this instrument. The Versatility Of An Electric Acoustic Guitar Though familiar with both acoustic and electric guitars, many people don't realise that a combination of these styles exists in the electric acoustic guitar - and in this article we have a look at what they provide. The Unusual Sounds of the Vertical Flute This article looks at the unique instrument called the vertical flute. It compares it to other conventional flutes. The Unusual Sounds of the Vertical Flute This article looks at the unique instrument called the vertical flute. It compares it to other conventional flutes. The Unusual Exotic Sounds of the Zither This article explores what makes the zither unique. It discusses how to play it and where it came from. The Unusual 17th Century Instrument The Archlute This seemingly extinct instrument, the archlute was an important stringed instrument. This article looks at its history and use. The Unsual French Instrument The Saxhorn This article looks at the saxophones ancestor the saxhorn. This article looks back to its' origins in France. The Two Main Guitar Families, And Their Relatives A look at the two main types of guitar, and the many variations that each main category can be sub divided into The Twinkling Sound Of The Celesta This instrument is used a lot during the holidays. When this keyboard instrument is played, it makes a twinkling bell sound. The Tragic Story Of Buddy Holly This article looks at the rise and eventual plane crash of the singer buddy holly. This article look at the music he sang and the era he sang it in. The Things You Should Know About Speaker Accessories The above article describes the various speaker accessories available in the market. It also discusses the features and functions of such accessories. The Therapy Of The Drum An explanation of what music therapy is, why drums are used in it and the various ways in which they are used, especially pertaining to drum circles. The Tenor Voice Of The String Family The Mandola This article looks at how the mandola is constructed. It also looks at the type of music it plays and its history in music. It also looks at the electric forms of this instrument. The Technology and Functioning of the Full Range Loudspeakers A full range loudspeaker contains all the speaker elements in one package. They come in a variety of sizes that mount easily into factory speaker locations. These speakers are found with every price range and power range. The Tambourine: The Unknown Drum A discussion of the fact that tambourines are really a kind of drum and an overview of the various countries they are used in and the different names they go by. The Talking Drums Of West Africa A brief explanation of how drums have been used for long-distance communication throughout history with focus on the most famous kind, the talking drum. The Synthesis Methods of Sound The above article is about the synthesis methods of sound. It describes the methods of synthesis of sound in a music synthesizer. The Structuring, Functioning and System of the Midrange Speakers Midrange speaker is used in a three way multi driver speaker systems. They can handle the most significant part of the audible sound spectrum. And a high quality midrange is capable of low distortion reproduction. The Strings Of A Guitar A brief look at the types of strings used for guitars, the difference in material, and the importance of tuning. The Story Telling Sons Of Green Day This article looks at the fantastic career of Green Day, and their wonderful songs and albums. The Steel-Stringed Guitar: An Instrument Of "Tension" A basic breakdown of the differences between a steel-sting guitar and a classical instrument and a more detailed description of the former. The Spiritual Song of the Oboe This article looks at the history of the oboe. It talks about its mucis and construction. The Spanish Guitar: The Descendent Of The Middle Ages An explanation of the origins of the modern Spanish guitar and a brief overview of each of its commonly accepted predecessors. The Sound Pressure Level Meter And You A description of what a sound pressure level meter is and does, how it is used, and the reasons home theaters audio system owners should have one. The Sound Effects Of The Electric Guitar A very basic summary and description of some of the most common sound effects used in conjunction with the electric guitar. The Slithering Shape of the Instrument The Serpent This article describes the unusual wind instrument, the serpent. It discusses its origins and uses in medieval music. The Sliding Jazzy Music of the Trombone This article looks at the origins of the slide trombone. This article looks at why this instrument is so unique. The Skill Of Playing A Transposing Instrument This article looks at the different instruments that are considered transposing instruments. This article also looks at how and why one has to transpose when reading music. The Silly and Sometimes Amusing Sound of the Slide Whistle This article explores this odd member of the percussion family. The Slide Whistle has been used to create certain comical moods in music. The Shrill of the Musical Whistle This one note instrument is used very carefully in music. This article explores how it is used in music and why. The Secrets Of A Fretless Guitar Some electric bass guitars are produced without frets. This article looks at how this is possible, and the reasons for wanting to play a guitar that is missing such a vital component. The Sachmo of Music and His Extraordinary Life This is the biography of Louis Armstrong. It chronicles his rise to fame and his amazing life. The Sachmo of Music and His Extraordinary Life This is the biography of Louis Armstrong. It chronicles his rise to fame and his amazing life. The Russian Guitar: An Instrument Of The People A summary of the history of the Russian guitar, how its story has been linked to the political upheaval of that country and the appeal it still holds for many Russians. The Rising Popularity Of The Seven String Guitar This article highlights why the seven-string guitar has emerged as the most popular musical instrument in recent times. It discusses the various types of seven string guitars which are capable of bringing life to any stage show making them hugely popular with bands. The Rise And Popularity Of Digital Synthesizers This article talks about the unique features of digital synthesizers. They are considered the most versatile of all musical instruments with high levels of programming techniques and capacity to produce sound effects. The Revolutionary Sound of the Fife This article explores the hisotry and music of the fife. This cousin of the flute has its place in American history. The Reed Like Sound of the Bass Flute This article looks at the bottom of the flute family. This article looks at its interesting history and use. The Pucky Sounds of the Classical Harpischord This article looks at the history of this instrument. This article describes how this unique keyboard instrument works. The Power of Music Memorabilia The article discusses the reasons why vintage music is so important. The Portuguese Guitar: A Modern Cittern A brief history of the evolution of the Portuguese guitar, an explanation of the two varieties of the instrument and a summary of its importance in the musical genre of fado. The Popularity Of The Twelve String Guitar Guitars are available in different incarnations the most popular being the twelve string guitar. Some its unique features are good sound quality and natural chorus effects. It has also got the innate capability of adding life to any dull performance. The Plucky Notes of the Double Bass This article looks at the hisotry of the double bass. It also looks at the music and construction of this massive instrument. The Pitch Drum Sound of the Timpani This article looks at the timpani. It looks at how they are pitched and played. The Pioneers of Rock in the 80's-Led Zepplin This article chronicles the amazing career of the band Led Zepplin. It talks about its musicians and their songs. The Often Forgotten Great Music CDs This article catalogues great music CD's that are overlooked. Suggestions are given for where you can buy these great CDs.
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