3.5mm and 1/4 inch jacks remain one of the most used audio jacks in the world. Both jacks are commonly referred to as “headphone jacks,” and they are similar in many regards. But what is the difference between 1/4″ and 3.5mm connectors? That’s what we’ll talk about in this article. What is a 3.5mm Connector? The 3.5mm connector, popularly known as the “headphone-jack,” is common in consumer electronic gadgets. … more
Although there are Digital-to-Analog converters (or DACs) built into audio devices such as integrated amps, DVD/CD players, smartphones, and even computers, they are not as great sounding as dedicated standalone DACs. And if you’re an audio enthusiast or consider yourself an audiophile, you probably know this too. So in this article, we’re going to talk about DACs. And not just any DACs, but DACs with XLR output. As you … more
Speaker baffles have a variety of functions that go beyond their outward appearances. There are a lot of speculations on the practicality of them. But do they perform as expected, and are they worth it? In this article, we seek to explore reasons why they are worth it and even more. But first, let’s answer the question that probably brought you here. Do speaker baffles work? Speaker baffles do … more
Line Out and Monitor Out are two audio output ports found on audio devices, especially professional audio gear. However, not many people know the difference between the two. If you are one of those people, then this article is for you. That’s because, in this article, we’ll cover the difference between Line Out and Monitor Out, and when to choose one over the other. If this is something you’re … more
Picks, picks, picks… you’ve probably seen so many guitarists and quite a few bass players use them in so many instances. Functionally, they are used for the same purposes, But are guitar and bass picks the same? Bass and guitar picks are not the same. Dedicated bass picks are slightly thicker and bigger on average than dedicated guitar picks. However, you can use any pick for guitar or bass, … more
Orange Amps is one of the well-known brands in the music tech world. It is known for its sound technology and innovations. Products from this brand are used by lots of artists. Some of these artists include Stevie Wonder, Jimmy Page, Jim Root, and Billy Gibbons, among others. Though Orange Amps’ products are used by lots of famous musicians alike, are they that good or just full of hype? … more
Wireless technology is said to be the future of connectivity. It is not surprising then that Bluetooth speakers, which are a form of a wireless technology device, are very popular today. Bluetooth speakers can be connected to smartphones or computers using signals that are passed through the airwaves. It is widely known that loudspeakers come with either mono or stereo configurations. Can the same be said about Bluetooth speakers? … more
Perhaps you went for a gig, and the only guitar amp at the venue is a Vox amp, and you’re wondering if you can get your killer metal tones out of it. Or maybe you own and love the versatility and tone of Vox amps, and you want to use it in a metal band you just joined. Whatever your reason, are Vox amps good for metal? After some … more
Perhaps you’re a worship leader, and you’re looking for some easy to sing worship and Christian songs that a congregation can sing along to. Or maybe you’re looking for some simple worship songs you can learn effortlessly. Whatever your reason, knowing how to sing some Christian and worship songs as a Christian can come in handy during moments of prayer, morning devotions, or even when you’re called upon to … more
Do you find audio connections complicated as well? Have you spent time flipping through audio ports trying to figure out where to insert what? Then this article is meant for you. This article is going to explain what sub out and LFE connections are. What is a Sub Out? A sub out (or subwoofer output) is an output port on audio receivers designed purposely to connect to active subwoofers. … more