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January 5, 2017

How to Play Heavy Metal Guitar

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Heavy Metal! Now that the premier heavy metal band, Metallica, is back in the eyes and ears of the public, you can expect a resurgence in bands performing this type of music again! But, even if James Hetfield and company were on hiatus, the Heavy Metal music scene was never really gone. In fact, there […]

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July 3, 2016

Basic Guitar Effects Pedals and How to Chain

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In case you have just decided to begin playing an electric guitar and you are amateur to the music world, this article is just meant for you. As soon as you get an electric guitar and an amp that suits both your budget and preferences, the next crucial step is to explore the guitar effects […]

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June 23, 2016

Building a Guitar Pedal is now EASY!!!

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To alter the sound of an electronic guitar, you need guitar pedals, also known as stomp boxes. They are famous for creating sound effects such as wah-wah, delay, tremolo, distortion or fuzz. They also help in controlling volume, equalization and modifying the tone of the guitar. Choosing the perfect pedal for your guitar and knowing […]

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May 23, 2016

Modulation Effects 101: Pieces to Use

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Using modulation effects are what turn a bland track into a fun and interesting one. Anyone in the music industry will surely agree that these effects have the power to add depth, texture, movements, and emphasis on various parts of a song. Though some effects could be very subtle, they can still make a big […]

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May 17, 2016

How To Make Audio Fades and Crossfades

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Fade effect plays a vital role in transitioning audio tracks. Often, they call this the Fade In and Fade Out. These fade effects give a smoother transition from one track to another. Fade effects also reduce the clicking and ticking sounds that often occur when sound engineers edit  audio files using various tools and software. So, how do […]

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