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Synthesizers are among the most unique instruments in the world, with so many differences between one synth and the next. The number of voices a synthesizer has is one of the many differentiators in its performance and sound. What is a synthesizer voice? A synth voice is a single audio path responsible for producing a…

There are differing opinions about whether the flatwound or roundwound design is the best for guitar string construction. The reason for this is simple: Each type provides a solution to a specific problem but at the expense of other benefits. Depending on the user’s needs, some compromises may be necessary to have the desired set…

The Harmonic Major Scale is probably the least know of the 4 main heptatonic scales (Major, Melodic Minor, Harmonic Minor, Harmonic Major). As we’ve done with the other scales listed above, in this article we’ll look into the chords of the Harmonic Major Scale! We’ll look mostly at triads and seventh chords but will stray away…

If you’ve been a guitarist or bassist for a long time, the chances are that you’ve restrung your guitar or bass numerous times. This means that you may have a lot of string sets saved somewhere if you haven’t thrown them away. Should guitarists and bassists save their old/removed strings? Old strings can be saved…

There’s great variety in electric guitar designs, which extends to the pickups. One aspect of the design is the angle, or lack thereof, at which the pickup shifts from being perpendicular to the strings. Why are some guitar pickups angled? Guitar pickups (typically single-coil) can be angled to achieve a certain “equalization” in an electric…

Money is important, and as songwriters, there are plenty of ways to earn a living. Whether your goal is to go full-time or to produce some extra money on the side, it’s useful to know the income streams available to make a living with your art. The types and viability of the income streams available…