The two most typical channel numbers for audio files/signals are mono (one channel) and stereo (two channels). Though the differences between the two are relatively easy to grasp, it may not be as simple to understand which is better in a given situation. Is stereo or mono audio better? Stereo audio has 2 channels of…
For many HiFi enthusiasts and audiophiles, there’s seemingly no end to the search for the “perfect” system. The relationships and compatibility between DACs, turntables, cartridges, tonearms, amplifiers, cables, headphones, speakers and other components (even power supplies) are of great concern in the quest to obtain the purest audio possible. The rabbit hole of HiFi audio…
In the age of digital audio, our music and audio recordings are stored on hard drives and/or in the cloud. External hard drives have become essentials in amateur and professional studios alike, allowing for the storage, backing up and transfer of our audio files. This is true whether the hard drives are used strictly for…
Public address systems are commonplace in events ranging from massive festivals to small coffee shops and everything in between. The speakers of such systems often benefit from placement on proper stands, which allows them to project sound at optimal levels and angles. PA speaker stands are essential parts of many public address systems, and it’s…
Studio monitors are essential components in mixing and mastering, and proper monitor placement is critical. Though desk mounts and wall mounts are options, many studio spaces will opt for monitor stands, which keep the monitors in place and isolated from the desk and walls. Since studio monitors are a necessary component of a proper studio,…
Healthy hearing is essential to enjoy music and audio to its fullest, though listening at high levels will require protection to keep our hearing healthy. Earplugs are the easiest and arguably the most comfortable method of protecting our ears so that we can better enjoy music now and long into the future. Because earplugs are…
A good-quality pickup can last decades without a hint of damage. This could lead to the belief that pickups can resist every human or environmental action. However, magnetic pickups are composed of various metal components that can potentially oxidize or rust. These Are The Top 5 Main Tips To Keep Your Pickup From Rusting: In…
The tonal values of a guitar’s sound can be affected by tons of factors. One of those factors is the type of pickup(s) installed, specifically in the case of electric guitars and basses. How do different types of guitar/bass pickups affect tone? The tonal impacts of pickups are caused by different internal and external configurations…
Solid-bodied guitars normally contain two or three pickups. With such a design, manufacturers aim to add range to the tonal palette and endow sound with more personality. Though somewhat uncommon,single-pickup guitars are cherished and played around the world. Why do some guitars only have one pickup? Some guitars are designed with a single pickup (often…
People who set the pickups of their guitars too high may find themselves touching them regularly during a performance, either with a pick or with their fingers. If you’ve ever experienced this or are wondering whether making contact with a pickup may be detrimental to you or the pickup, keep reading. Is it bad/damaging to…
Guitar pickups are often discussed in terms of their build quality, performance, and architecture. Players sometimes overlook one important aspect, which is how pickups interact with one another and work together. Their level or height is ordinarily an undervalued parameter that even manufacturers can take for granted. Should all guitar pickups be level (at the…
The subject of guitar/bass pickups is a hot topic in many guitarist circles but not a topic that most intermediate or amateur guitarists would even think about, let alone discuss. Upgrading pickups can be tricky if you are not equipped with the correct tools and don’t have experience in electrical wiring. This leads to the…
