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The reed is one of the most important parts of your baritone saxophone. It is what produces the sound in your instrument and can affect your tone quality and sound production. There are a number of things you will want to consider when choosing a ... more »

How to Choose Delay Settings

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Delays are used in all genres of music. Often unheard, yet instinctively perceptible. Choosing the right delay for the music is a true art. In the hands of a master the results can be exceptional. If not chosen carefully the delays can work to ... more »

How to Choose DJ Equipment

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You've decided to try being a DJ. But there is such a variety of equipment at a really high range of price and quality. Where to start? What to get? This article is intended to make that process easier to understand... more »

How to Choose Reverb Settings

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As with delays, reverbs work very much the same. The main differences are in the density and complexity of the rooms they emulate. Different construction materials and room dimensions all contribute to the sonic imprint imparted from these ... more »

How to Choose String Gauges for a Slide Guitar

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The slide guitar is a technique used to make a slurred sound from a standard guitar. To create this technique the guitarist uses a slide-on finger to press the strings while moving up and down the neck of the guitar. To play the slide guitar ... more »

How to Choose The Best Plug-In Processors

By Stewart Cararas

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With the rapid growth of the the software plug-in market it is often difficult to know exactly what is best for your purposes. So many choices--so little time. We all just want to get to work and make music. I will provide some help in choosing ... more »

How to Choose the Right Strings for Your Instrument

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If you are a string player, you know how difficult it is to find the right strings for your instrument. Because there are so many brands on the market, and also because strings react differently depending on the instrument on which they are ... more »

How to Choose the Right Violin Size

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Violins come in many different sizes. Most sizes are for children, and young violin students are expected to change sizes frequently as they grow. Getting the right size violin is important for making sure that children can comfortably reach the ... more »

How to Choose Which Accustic Guitar to Buy

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For the person just learning how to play the guitar or the one who has been playing for some time now how does one choose the correct guitar?.. more »

How to Circular Breathe

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Circular breathing is used by wind instrument musicians to carry a continuous tone. This is done by breathing in through your nose and out through your mouth using stored up air in your cheeks. This type of breathing takes practice, and the ... more »

How to Clean a Bass Amplifier

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Cleaning bass amplifier components regularly will not only preserve the appearance but also helps prevent certain common failures. This procedure is for cleaning bass amplifier cabinets with closed backs and a "carpet" or "fuzz" type of covering. ... more »

How to Clean a Recorder

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A recorder is a musical instrument in the flute family, with a rich history dating back to medieval times. While many newer recorders are made of synthetic material, traditional instruments are made of high quality wood, which require regular ... more »

How to clean a trumpet

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Learning to clean your trumpet will keep it in good shape for years of enjoyment... more »

How to Clean and Maintain a Trumpet

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In this article you will learn how to clean and maintain your trumpet... more »

How to Clean and Maintain Trumpet Valves

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The valves of a trumpet are the most intricate parts of the instrument. They require careful handling and regular maintenance. Gentle cleaning, lubrication and well oiled valves will add to your instrument's life and enhance the sound you create ... more »

How to Clean Cymbals

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Cleaning cymbals is a relatively easy process. Although it is not usually an absolute necessity, it will keep your cymbals looking and sounding professional, and will extend their life. The cymbal cleaning steps below are applicable for crash, ... more »

How to Clean Drum Hardware

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Keeping the hardware on and around your drum kit clean is perhaps just as important as drums around them. Failure to do so can lead to the equipments getting worn much quicker. Luckily, you can keep your stands and pedals in top condition by ... more »

How to Clean the Guitar Before Re-Stringing

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When you've taken the strings off of your guitar, it's a prime time to clean up before re-stringing. There are areas of the guitar where dust and dirt build up that are hard to clean when the strings are on. Take advantage of re-stringing to give ... more »

How to Clean the Inside of a Trumpet

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Part of routine maintenance for a trumpet owner is cleaning the inside and outside of the instrustment. This process must be approached with patience and care. A clean trumpet shines on the outside and plays a sparkling tune... more »

How to Combine the Foot and Stick When Playing the Hi Hat in Drums

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A hi-hat is an instrument made of two small cymbals facing each other and mounted on a metal pole. Play the hi-hat with the pedal only or with the drum sticks and pedals. The hi-hat provides different sounds and styles depending on what position ... more »

How to Condition Baritone Saxophone Reeds

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Protecting and getting the most use of your baritone saxophone reed go hand in hand. With wooden or bamboo reeds, it is important to condition them before you play. Conditioning the reeds with cork grease will help keep them from breaking down ... more »

How to Conduct Ornamentation on the Fiddle

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Once you've mastered the basic approach to playing fiddle, you'll want to add your own flourishes as you play. Ornamentation, which is played with your left or fingering hand, allows you to do this as you "decorate" the melody with additional ... more »

How to Construct a Major Key in Jazz Guitar

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Major and minor keys are used frequently in jazz guitar. Making a major key in jazz guitar is different from other types of music. To create a major key in jazz guitar you need to know how to create triads or chords made of three notes... more »

How to Control Volume and Bass Guitar Tones

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Most bass guitars have separate tone and volume controls, usually located on the lower front. These knobs control the volume of the magnetic picks and the tone. Use them to make a variety of sounds by increasing or decreasing the bass and treble... more »

How to Convert Guitar Amps Into High Fidelity Speakers Without Rewiring

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Converting guitar amps into high fidelity speakers without rewiring is a simple process that can be completed in just a few minutes, allowing you to sit back and enjoy the music in just a few minutes without spending money on speakers... more »

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