Posts tagged 'The more you know...'

Ever wonder what the differences between active and passive studio monitors are? We’re going to dive into everything you need to know about choosing between active and passive and why it’s important for delivering your audio needs.

A guitar's fretboard radius plays a HUGE role in playability and feel. Want a deep dive into the world of geometry? Learn all about guitar fretboard radius and what it means to your fingers. 

Need help understanding the different tonal variations you can get from all the different pickups? Here we’re going to discuss what makes a pickup, how they work, and what you should be looking for on your search.

Acoustic guitars come in all shapes and sizes. But one of the most popular is the "dreaded" Dreadnought. Learn all about the dreadnought acoustic guitar and how it has shaped the musical world for centuries. 

It's not the most cooperative guitar bridge in the world... But it IS possible to change your own strings if you have a Floyd Rose. Here's how to restring a Floyd Rose in 10 steps. 

Does the thickness of your guitar strings really matter? More than you think! Learn all about electric guitar string gauges and how they can affect your tone and playability. 

You've been putting off that string change long enough. It's finally time to learn how to restring an acoustic guitar with this incredibly helpful step-by-step guide.

What are some of the common guitar body styles you’ll come across? I'm glad you asked! Take a deeper look into the various acoustic guitar body shapes and the benefits each brings to the table. 

Just because they have a very similar offset body shape, doesn't mean they're the same guitar! Learn all about the differences between the Fender Jazzmaster and Jaguar. 

Everything you need to know (and probably a little more) about line level signal and how to get your levels exactly right for recording or live sound. 

Learn how to tune your drums without the stress. This no-nonsense drum tuning guide covers tuning tips, frequency charts, and gear to help you lock in your sound — fast, clean, and frustration-free.

Is your guitar not playing like it used to? It might just need a truss rod adjustment. Learn how to adjust your guitar truss rod correctly and get back your playability. 

You've heard the term "whammy bar" before. But what does it mean? Well, there's only one way to find out. Learn all about guitar tremolo systems to become a whammy expert!

C-Shaped, U-Shaped, V-Shaped — but what does it all mean!? Learn about the most common guitar neck shapes and what they can do for your playing. 

Looking for the best drum set for beginners? Our guide covers everything you need to know: types of drum sets, top picks, and tips for choosing the best starter drum set for adults. Find the perfect kit at AMS!

It’s easy to overlook the various types of headphones. That’s why we’re going to weigh out the pros and cons of open-back vs. closed-back headphones.

There are tons of different types of guitar strings out there. Learn about the different build materials, gauges, and what they do to find the right strings for your style.

Explore the key differences between acoustic and electric guitars, including sound, styles, ease of play, and top picks. Start your musical journey today!

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.

Three? Eight? Fourteen? How many channels do you really need on your mixer. Take a deep dive into the world of mixers to find out.