The VOX AC30C2 is one of the most iconic guitar amps out there. But how does it compare to compare to Fender’s Hot Rod Deluxe. That’s exactly why I wrote this blog post. In this article, we’re going to make a head-to-head comparison between the VOX AC30C2 and the Fender Hot Rod Deluxe IV, and then we’ll help you decide which one to go for. Let’s get right into … more
The VST plugin industry has changed a lot over the years. Manufacturers are making plugins that are easier to use and make music production incredibly easy and accessible. However, this convenience comes at a cost. VST plugins are becoming much more expensive over time. But why is this so? Why are VST plugins so expensive? VST plugins are expensive because a lot of work goes into their design, development, … more
The Midas brand and the Yamaha brand are two of the most popular manufacturers of digital mixing consoles on the market. Yamaha is recognized as the pioneer of digital mixers. This is because it was responsible for introducing the first digital mixer in the year 1987. That notwithstanding, brands like Midas have bridged the gap, thus producing excellent mixing consoles as well. One of the most popular Midas mixing … more
The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is, without a doubt, the most popular budget-friendly audio interfaces available today. The Universal Audio Volt 2 is a fairly new budget option audio interface that is increasingly becoming popular. This is because the Volt 2 is made by Universal Audio — a well established brand known for making premium quality audio interfaces. In this article, we’ll make a head to head comparison between the … more
Maybe you’re trying to save some money by using one amplifier for your audio setup instead of separate amps for the speakers and sub. Or you’re just curious to know if speakers and a sub can share the same amplifier. Whatever the reason, is it possible to use one amp for a speaker and subwoofer? You can wire speakers and a subwoofer to the same amplifier, provided the amplifier … more
An argument of whether an equalizer (or EQ) should be used before, during, or after a recording has been around for ages. Some audio engineers prefer to process an audio signal through an EQ before recording the final output. Others prefer to record the sound and apply EQ after. But what’s the practice? Should you add EQ before or during a recording? Or you should use EQ after recording. … more
Fender and Peavey are two of the well-known guitar amp brands. And the Fender Blues Deluxe and Peavey Classic 30 are two guitar amps from these brands that are similar in many regard. Due to how similar they are, it can be quite hard to choose which one to go for. So in this article, we’re going to make a head-to-head comparison between the Fender Blues Deluxe Peavey Classic … more
There are lots of audio cables, and all with their unique features and characteristics. One of the factors that make one cable different from another is the concept of whether an audio cable is balanced or unbalanced. If you are an ardent follower of audio cable manufacture and characteristics, you might have little knowledge about whether RCA cables are balanced or not and what exactly this means. However, if … more
For over fifty years, Fender guitar amps have been widely sought after due to their reliability and the powerful sound they produce. In addition to these qualities, fender amps have a rich tone and touch-sensitive dynamics. It is, therefore, not surprising that fender amplifiers have been a part of most professional performances and recordings for many decades. The Fender Blues Deluxe and the Fender Hot Rod Deluxe are two … more
Some years back, it was quite rare to come across drummers who could sing whilst drumming. In fact, most people assumed that it was impossible for drummers to play the drum whilst singing simultaneously. The truth is, though it may seem rare, there are quite a number of drummers that double as singers. These drummers can sing the main parts of a song and interact with the crowd while … more