South African Music Magazine
Usability is excellent, and the zero-latency monitoring through the headphones works perfectly The Samson Meteor Mic is a very good-looking piece of kit designed to offer high quality large-diaphragm condenser recording in a small and convenient package – one of an expanding range of ‘prosumer’ items targeting ‘musicians on the move’. First impressions out the box Read More »
Line 6′s new POD HD line of amp/effect modellers are the much anticipated updates to the POD line of amp and effect modelling floorboards. The basis of the POD HD range is a selection of 16 all-new HD amp tones coupled with 80 – 100 effects models (depending on model) taken from Line 6’s successful Read More »
1. Write the lyrics for your Song Many musicians write their own melodies as well as the lyrics. If you already have lyrics, consider them when writing your melody. Some questions to ask yourself before composing the music are: What words do I want to focus on? Are there note lengths or timing that will Read More »
As bassists, it is essential that we learn to trust and openly communicate with our comrades on the drums. Bassists and drummers should have a healthy, honest and trusting relationship. Below, I have outlined several key points that you should consider when working and locking in with your drummer. Both the bass Player and the Read More »
Hi and welcome back to Play Better Guitar, I hope you have all had a great start to 2011. In this issue I have decided to look at some licks in different styles of playing, almost a fun lesson, and some extra licks for your lick bag. We will get back into the caged positions Read More »
This year I want to take Your Private Universe in a slightly different direction. Over the past 14 issues we have looked at con-ventional recording and processing techniques for a number of the usual instruments you are likely to record at home. I want to continue with recording and processing tricks in this coming year, Read More »
Mention Dave Chislett to most people in the SA music industry and you’ll get a smile and a nod of fond recollection. He’s done it all since he first picked up a bass guitar in 1987. From publicity and management to consulting andDJ’ing, Chislett knows more than most about what it takes to build a lasting career in the music industry. Thankfully for the rest of Read More »
As musicians, some of the most powerful tools we have are delays. A well set delay can add excitement to the sound and can create a monstrous groove. Conversely, if your effect is set to the wrong time, it can completely destroy the feel of the music and mess up an otherwise tight composition. What Read More »
I have found myself recording and mixing upright/double bass a number of times lately so in this months issue I will take a look at some EQ and compression tips for this tricky beast. Originally a classical instrument the upright bass has infiltrated into many other genres including Jazz and Blues and sometimes even rock. Read More »
“The ZED-10FX offers a lot for its size.” Allen & Heath, renowned British mixing console manufacturer, recently released this versatile mixer alongside IK Multimedia’s software guitar amp simulator offering a tasty package for live sound and recording guitarists. Anatomy The ZED-10FX is a neat little machine, having all but the power switch top-mounted. Like other high-end consoles, Read More »
