Gear Reviews
Spire Studio Audio Interface Review
The new Spire Studio from iZotope is a mobile recording studio for the iOS generation. Read our full review below... It’s tough to get into recording without plunking down some cashola. A computer, a DAW, software, cables. Never mind the learning curve of getting all...
iRig Stomp I/O Review
IK’s really embraced using iOS devices as a platform for their software, but in a lot of cases going from a tablet or smartphone to a practical live tool might be problematic; now their Stomp I/O gives the software a robust hardware platform to bring things to the...
REVIEW: Prestige Guitars DC Coupe Deuce MB
If a player has a hankering for some of that classic Filtertron tone, there aren’t a lot of options out there. Add in a need/want of a Bigsby tremolo, and the field sharply narrows. Until now. Prestige’s new DC Coupe Deuce captures those great classic options in a...
How To
4 Easy Ways For Bands to Accept Mobile Payments
Everything is on the go these days, and the more convenient you can make things for your client, the better. Whether you’re selling merchandise or taking a payment for the gig, accepting mobile payments is almost a necessity these days. Check out some of the best...
PHOTO GALLERY: Cymbals Eat Guitars Live in Boston
Cymbals Eat Guitars opened up for former Husker Du and Sugar frontman Bob Mould on his latest solo tour at The Paradise in Boston last week. They are celebrating the release of their new album, Lose and are touring through early December - so check them out in a city...
The 7 Biggest Challenges DIY Musicians Face – And How to Conquer Them
A DIY musician not only creates and plays music for the love of it, but also masters the nuts and bolts of business management with the goal to share their music and, eventually, "go pro." Usually, one goes into the business with a burning desire to play music, not to...
Buying Guide
WATCH: Cameron Cooper SHREDS with Elixir Strings on exclusive new track
We asked our pal Cameron Cooper to write and record an original track using Elixir Strings - specifically the new Optiweb coated strings. He didn't disappoint, just listen to this!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqXq92aygW4
Universal Audio Arrow Interface Review
Read our expert review of the Universal Audio Arrow Thunderbolt Interface and learn why we awarded it our Editor's Pick Award for May 2018. Another small-footprint interface? Now, before you roll your eyes, hear us out. This might be the best of the bunch – let me...
VIDEO: MikelParis Explores the Bose S1 Pro Part II
We recently got a hands-on look at the Bose S1 Pro at Winter NAMM, and were pretty impressed with the build quality, feature set, and smart controls it afforded to working musicians. So, we enlisted the help of filmmaker and musician MikelParis (touring keyboardist...
Industry News
Performer and Avid select Accent to Demonstrate Pro Tools Cloud Collaboration
Accent is a phenomenal a cappella group who we're excited to announce as the winners of the two Quartet interfaces and new Pro Tools software in Performer Magazine and Avid's recent giveaway. The group consists of six members across five different countries, so...
The Six Best Podcasts For Musicians
Because being a musician consists of a lot more skills other than just playing your instrument, here are a few podcasts to get you to the next level or at least out of writer’s block. SONG EXPLODER The Song Exploder podcast has captivated musicians and non-musicians...
How To Achieve Crowdfunding Success as an Indie Musician
Learn How To Ensure Crowdfunding Success as an Indie Musician And How to Sustain Your Career Without a Label The Internet is the single greatest thing to ever happen to the music industry - but also the worst. On one hand, we are able to connect with people all over...