Elijah Dzakpasu If you are a new owner of a receiver or are now looking to purchase one, you have probably noticed two output ports labeled Pre-Out or Sub-Out. For those who don’t know what a pre-out and a sub-out are, this article is for you. After a few hours of research, here is what I learned about these two ports. The main difference between a pre-out and a sub-out is … Read more
Although Beats headphones are not as popular as it was before Apple acquired the company, they are still part of the most popular headphones we have today. And they are loved by many because of their bass response and the overall hype around them. Maybe you are learning how to produce music and you don’t want to spend money on a new pair of studio monitors or headphones for … Read more
It’s no news that wireless headphones come with in-built battery. And this is what powers the device and enable it to function. But can you use these headphones right out of the box? Do the batteries of wireless headphones come charged? Most wireless headphones come pre-charged and can be used immediately. Wireless Bluetooth headphone devices with lithium-ion rechargeable batteries will have a decent amount of power right out of the … Read more
The quest for improved sound can be likened to a never-ending journey for most audio enthusiasts. In that regard, the possibility of using a power amp with an integrated amp is a scenario many people would love to experiment with. However, is it really possible to achieve this setup? Can you use a power amp with an integrated amp? You can use a power amp with an integrated amp … Read more
Subwoofer vibration isolation pads have been around for decades. Yet, many people are not aware of their effectiveness in insulating floors and other structures from the vibrations produced by subwoofers. Just like any other product in the hi-fi community, there are diverse opinions about subwoofer isolation pads. While many people think they are definitely worth the purchase, several others think these pads are snake oil. Besides all the skeptics, … Read more
Having a subwoofer in direct contact with the ground can create many issues due to the unwanted vibrations these subwoofers produce. Many people face this problem. The quest to solve this problem has led to the introduction of subwoofer isolation products. Subwoofer Isolation Products are also known as “anti-vibration” products. It is widely believed that isolating subwoofers from the floor helps to minimize vibration transfer through the floor and … Read more
Subwoofers are one of the key components most people go in for when they are considering an upgrade to their car stereo system. This is not surprising since subwoofers help you to achieve the best possible sound in your car. They are an ideal choice in cars because subwoofers produce clean and deep-toned sounds. However, some drivers play their subwoofers very loud, which can cause everything around to vibrate … Read more
Finding a space in your car to mount your amplifier can be a challenging and confusing process. That’s because vehicle manufacturers usually leave no dedicated space to accommodate a car audio’s amp. So, one of the common places people think of mounting their amp is on the subwoofer box. But can you mount an amp on a sub box? Is it a good idea? It’s not ideal and safe … Read more
EQ pedals are looked down upon by many guitar and bass players, especially newbies. Many people still don’t know the different capabilities of an EQ pedal and also can’t decide whether to spend their money on an EQ pedal for their guitar or bass rig. So after a few hours of research, here is everything you need to know about EQ pedals and if they are worth the money. … Read more
Of all the instruments available worldwide, drums can be said to be one of the most physically demanding when it comes to playing. Due to this, drummers are part of the most active members of a band. Drumming involves lots of physical, mental energy, and adrenaline when performing. As physically demanding as drumming can be, can it build your muscles? In short, no. Drumming does not build muscle. Drumming … Read more
