You see the fancy charts, but what do they mean!? Learn all about the various microphone polar patterns and how to use them in your recording or live sound application.
USB mics are all the rage these days, but are they replacing XLR? Not quite! Learn the difference between USB vs. XLR microphones to find out which is best for your needs.
Does a mic’ing technique really matter when recording a piano? We’re going to dive into how to mic a piano and how you can get the best piano sound with microphone choice and placement.
DI boxes come in two flavors: Active and Passive. Which one is right for you? Learn all about the differences between Active vs. Passive DI Boxes and when to use which.
Not sure where to start miking your guitar amp? Learn how microphone choice and positioning shape your recorded sound with this handy step-by-step guide how to mic a guitar amp to truly capture your tone.
We met up with our good buddy Ralph Alexander, Poppy's drummer, before a show to talk all about the latest They're All Around Us Tour, drums, microphones, and mom cams. You don't want to miss it!
Thinking about recording your acoustic guitar and aren’t sure where to look first? Here we’re going to take a further look into which microphones are ideal for capturing the natural and authentic sound of your acoustic.
Logan Beaver has been in charge of Motionless in White’s front of house sound for almost a decade, and we got to talk to him about gear, mixing, and more!
Wiki wiki what’s up!? So, you want to be a DJ but don’t know where to start? That’s okay. Whether you want to blend, mix, create, or simply play all sorts of prerecorded music, here's what you need to become the best DJ in town.
Want to get weird with your guitar tone? Here are our top 10 favorite "crazy" guitar pedals to add some wild to your tone — and some of these are REALLY crazy...
It's not easy to buy a gift for a musician. There's so much gear out there! That's why we put together ten of the best products (and most useful) that'll definitely make your favorite musician's day when they open it.
We were tired of bad recordings, so we went to visit Kevin Antreassian at Backroom Studios for some tips. Want to take your recordings to the next level? Here's how.
Studio time is a big deal, and it's important to be prepared. That's why we asked Kevin Antreassian, owner/producer of Backroom Studios, what he wishes his clients knew before getting into the studio. Are you ready for your studio time?
It was definitely hot when we interviewed Chris and Ryan from Hot Mulligan — the weather wasn't friendly... But we still got to talk all about their time at Warped Tour, the rebirth of emo, and of course their signature Reverend guitars.
Gibson has officially opened their vault. What treasures lay inside? All the most influential guitars of the 20th century — and we got to check it out FIRST! You won't believe what we saw.
Ever wonder what a battle between a plane, tank, and submarine would look like? So do we! That's why we caught Tigers Jaw before their show to ask them. It's a fun interview you don't want to miss.
It takes a lot to build some of the best acoustic guitars in the game? What does it take exactly? Well, we went and asked one of the top builders in the business: Bob Taylor himself! If you like acoustic guitars, you don't want to miss this interview.
Ready to rock the turntables and get everyone out on the dance floor? Check out the ultimate DJ buyer’s guide to learn everything you need to know about becoming a DJ.
It’s not easy to build the perfect live sound setup, but we’re here to make it at least a little bit easier with the AMS ultimate live sound buying guide.
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