How to Maximize Sound Check
The soundcheck is where the magic happens – at least according to some. There’s no denying that a solid soundcheck is the best way to ensure everything works and sounds like you want come show time. But soundcheck is often an afterthought, and sometimes there’s very little time to get one in. So, it behooves any band to know how to make the most out of a short time for working out the kinks. Here are just a few ways to maximize your sound check.
Maximizing Your Sound With a Carvin Extension Cabinet
Carvin Audio’s V112E Guitar Extension Cabinet is the perfect addition to any rig, big or small. Its lightweight construction makes it portable and its 100W of power output is enough to make an impression in any situation. With such a versatile tool available, you’ll want to get the most out of it, so here are a few tips for doing just that.
Prepping For a Solo Gig When You Haven't Been on Stage in Awhile
Whether it’s because the pandemic had you isolated, you’ve been ensconced in a new record, or you’ve just been busy with work and life, if you haven’t been on stage in a while, an invitation to play solo can be a daunting proposition. After all, without a band to back you up, it’s all on you. But even if it’s been a while since you’ve been on stage, you can still succeed in coming back strong.
Here are a few tips for getting ready for that long-awaited comeback.
The Value of Learning a New Instrument
Whether you’re an old salty master or a beginner, there may come a time when you need some new energy to keep you inspired. When that time comes, it’s not a bad idea to pick up a new instrument – preferably one in an entirely different family. There’s a world of good learning a new instrument can do, so it’s worth a shot, even if it’s not easy.
Collaborating with a Band Member Who Moves Away
Time was, if a band member moved, that was the end of the band. Serious acts might replace that member, and of course there are plenty of famous examples, but even then, things just aren’t the same. Then again, people moved around less (maybe). Now, the idea of keeping a solid group together for the long haul seems almost impossible. People move around all the time, and many successful live acts keep going by replacing or rotating pieces.
WG5 Wireless Guitar System Review by The Tone King
The TONE KING reviews the Carvin Audio WG5 wireless guitar and bass system. The WG5 Wireless Guitar/Bass System is designed to give you the wireless freedom you have been looking for and the simplicity to make your life as a working musician easier. Compact design coupled with an intuitive, easy set up makes going wireless an enjoyable process. The WG5 works with both active and passive instruments.
Finding New Bandmates or Collaborators
Whether you’ve been isolating for a couple of years due to the pandemic, or you’ve just always worked alone, now may be a great time to find some new blood to work with. Maybe you’d like to start or refresh a live band, collaborate on some tracks with other producer/musicians, or do a featured performance on an artist’s next hit.
How to Memorize Lyrics Quicker
If you’re a singer, nothing messes with your confidence more than flubbed lyrics - but you don’t always have weeks on end to memorize them. So, if you’ve got plenty of songs to put to memory, it helps to have a few pro techniques for memorizing lyrics faster and with more solid accuracy. Here, we’ll go over some tips for making lyrics stick.
5 Tips for Writing Better Lyrics Faster
Lyrics are a bane for some musicians – for others they seem to come quickly and easily. But it’s not just God-given talent that makes good lyrics come quickly. There are a few tried and true techniques for speeding up the journey from nothing to something good. Here are our top 5 tips for writing better lyrics faster.
Tips for Playing Better Solos
Being a solid backing player is super valuable and will always keep you busy if you’re a working musician, but sometimes you just have to go off, and a killer solo or two can put you in a whole new category.
Accompanying vs. Playing in a Band: Key Differences to Consider
As an instrumentalist, the role you play in a given situation isn’t always the same, and the skills you need vary depending on that role. Studio musicians require a different skillset than live players and likewise, accompanists need a different skillset than ensemble players.