Gear Reviews
Taylor 614ce Acoustic Review
The traditional method of acoustic guitar making uses a pattern of braces on the sound board in an “X” design, called (you guessed it) X bracing. Taylor Guitars have always found new ways to turn tradition into innovation, and at the 2018 NAMM show, showcased their...
GEAR TEST FINAL REVIEW: Andrew Hoyt Puts Mackie FreePlay LIVE Through its Paces
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOqmzOPbky0 I am a singer/songwriter based in Des Moines, Iowa. Recently, I was fortunate enough to win the Mackie FreePlay LIVE giveaway through Performer Magazine. I want to quickly thank Mackie and Performer for the opportunity to...
Enter our Harbinger MLS900 Tour Diary GIVEAWAY
We're looking for a dynamic live performer to win and test out the new Harbinger MLS900 Personal Line Array PA System. Need big sound to go? Enter below. We're looking for a unique artist to demo the new Harbinger MLS900 personal PA for us. Ideally, this will be...
How To
Songza vs. 8tracks: Which is Better for Gaining New Fans?
Music streaming has become increasingly popular over the years with services such as Spotify,Pandora, and iTunes dominating the market. Music playlist sites are also becoming more popular, offering users the ability to create and share their playlists with others in...
Wale Live in Boston
The transparent emotionalism that Wale boldly specializes in makes him Maybach Music Group’s most consistent artist in their arsenal—and a refreshingly unironic presence in hip-hop. Even his 40 minute delay to a sold out Paradise Rock Club in Boston last night...
DIY Guide to Screen Printing For Musicians
Spending too much on promo items for your band? You want the freedom to focus on your band without going broke in the process. Well, here’s a way to kill two birds with one proverbial stone; start making your own merch. Many bands go through the Sticker Guy for...
Buying Guide
IK Multimedia iRig Keys I/O 49 REVIEW
The IK Multimedia iRig Keys I/O 49 is everything you need to jump-start a home studio, all in one affordable package. We recently sent one of these to Tiny Dinosaurs (aka musician Julie Jay) to create some videos for our YouTube channel, but this is the first time...
Electro-Voice ZLX-12BT Review
Read our full review of the new Electro-Voice ZLX-12BT PA Speakers below... If you want watts, you got it! We recently got our hands on the new Bluetooth-enabled upgrades to the famed ZLX line from Electro-Voice, and we can definitely see these becoming the go-to...
HARMAN Showcases New JBL One Series 104 Compact Reference Monitors at NAMM 2019
HARMAN Professional Solutions, the global leader in audio, video, lighting and control systems, showcased new JBL Professional One Series 104 compact powered reference monitors at the 2019 NAMM show. JBL One Series 104 monitors draw from seven decades of JBL...
Industry News
Performer Gives Away Two Sets of Simmons SD2000 Electronic Drum Kits
Performer has selected its two winners in our recent Simmons SD2000 Electronic Drum Kit Giveaway. Over the course of the fall, Derek Donato of Reef'd and Richard Thomas will both test out the new electronic kits to their fullest and put them through their paces to...
Win a “Home Studio Makeover” From Mackie
We're looking for one lucky artist to get a complete home studio makeover featuring THREE brand-new Mackie products. Can your home studio use an overhaul? Well, we've got just the thing! Our friends at Mackie are gonna hook up one lucky winner with some great new...
The New Issue is Out Now, Featuring Frankie Rose!
Performer Magazine releases its latest issue, featuring a cover story on Frankie Rose (new album, Cage Tropical, out now!) INSIDE you'll find tips on insurance for musicians, changing trends in playlists and tons of new product reviews. Read the issue in print, find...