Boom poles are essential in the world of film and television production for holding microphones (and even lights) out of frame. The fact that they are so necessary for such a large industry has appropriately created a large market for their production and sale. Boom poles come in a variety of materials, lengths and weights…
Drums are one of the most intuitive and fun instruments to play and are deeply challenging to master. Part of playing (and mastering) the drums is achieved using drumsticks. With such a wide variety of drum/percussion instruments and playing styles, the sticks are sometimes an afterthought for beginners while. At the same time, professionals sometimes…
Unlike their acoustic counterparts, most electric guitars and bass guitars struggle to propagate sound waves to listeners’ ears, even at close distances. The need for electrical amplification and loudspeakers, then, is necessary for getting adequate volume from our electric guitars and basses. Of course, we need a way to get the audio signals from the…
The classical nylon-string guitar is a wildly popular stringed instrument found around the world. An integral part of stringed instruments, as their name would suggest, are the strings. There are plenty of classical guitar brands and models out there. To offer even more variety to these beautiful instruments, numerous companies produce classical guitar strings. Finding…
In today’s multimedia era, browsing the internet often involves playing various audio and video clips on your browser. Whether it’s Google Chrome, Apple Safari, Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer, Opera or Mozilla Firefox, each browser has its own media features. Sometimes, you may face audio issues while playing content. How do I fix audio issues in…
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) has gained popularity worldwide because it is an effective means of carrying video. This article will explain how HDMI is used for communication in digital networks and whether it can carry audio signals. Does HDMI carry audio signals? HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) carries both audio and video. As a multimedia interface,…
XLR cables are among the most popular for carrying balanced audio (microphones, mixers, speakers, instruments, etc.). The often superior performance of high-quality XLR cables makes long cable runs possible without significant losses or interference. These cables are ideal choices for mic and line level signals and find uses in practically all audio recording and sound…
Though Chromebooks certainly have limitations compared to standard Windows and Mac laptops and computers, recording audio can still be done easily. There are many browser-based audio recording apps for Chromebook users. While there are advantages to having a PC over a Chromebook, you don’t need a PC to record or edit sound. The options available…
Even the best audio equipment can perform poorly if the audio connections are made improperly. A dirty headphone or aux jack can lead to popping and crackling, intermittent signal flow, and even complete disconnection between the audio devices and the connected headphones. Keeping these jacks clean, then, is paramount to proper performance. How do I…
A studio monitor and a bookshelf speaker may share similar form factors and aesthetics, but do they serve the same purpose? Furthermore, can you use them for both endeavours? What are the differences between studio monitors and bookshelf speakers? Studio monitors are designed for monitoring the sound of a mix in studio environments and are,…
A well-known and frustrating problem with earphones and earbuds is that they have the propensity to suddenly stop working without giving any outward sign as to why. This is especially annoying when only one earpiece has ceased producing sound, leaving us wondering why earphones stop working and why they stop, seemingly, so abruptly. Why do…
When choosing any piece of audio equipment, including loudspeakers, it’s useful to understand the expected lifespan of the product(s). How long should loudspeakers last? Quality loudspeakers will last several decades when properly cared for. Lifespan factors include design/material, placement and environment, connected amplifier(s) and usage time. Though safe operation will improve speaker longevity, some components…
