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Unforgettable 70s Guitar Riffs: Glam Rock to Punk

The amount of 70s guitar riffs out there are enough to keep anyone busy. As a beginner, it can be cool to brush up on some essential skills from the decade.

Beginner Beatles: Top 5 songs to play with the fab four

Beginner Beatles songs are often hard to find. Here, we'll explore a few songs that you can play as a beginner guitarist.

80s Guitar Riffs: Top 5 era-defining songs

80s guitar riffs are just so cool! From shredding to synthesisers, there's so much to learn. So grab your aviator sunglasses and let's get playing...

How To Write A Synth Bassline: 5 Top Tips for Beginners

While one of the simplest aspects of music production, it remains a hallmark of great songs. We find out how to write a synth bassline.

5 Budget MIDI Controllers for Music Production

Are you getting the most from your DAW workflow? We're looking at some of the best budget MIDI controllers for different studio setups.

Multi-Effects: Pedals to transform your bass playing

Multi-Effects pedals are a great way to access new tones and effects. Transforming your sound, here are 5 offerings that you could use.

How to use Effects Plugins in your DAW: 5 Useful Tips

When you're starting out in music production, nothing is straightforward. So to help you out, we're looking at how to use effects plugins.

The Best Microphones for Drum Recording

Need to capture drums for your next project? We're looking at the some of the best microphones for drum recording in different environments.

Tone-shaping: The Best EQ Plugins for Beginners

Not happy with stock DAW plug-ins? We investigate some of the best EQ plugins for beginners for DAW-based mixing and music production.

Jared James Nichols Interview: From SRV and Zakk Wylde to Advice from Billy Gibbons

We catch up with Jared James Nichols, the innovative American finger-style Blues-Rock guitarist for a chat about his origins and influences.

5 of the Best Samplers for Music Production and Live Performance

We discuss the key aspects of samplers and look at some of the best samplers for both creating music and incorporating into your live setup.

Harness the Power of Slash Chords: Tips and Techniques

Slash chords can add depth to your music. Let's check out a few examples and demystify these intriguing new chords.

Speaker Placement for Beginners: 5 Nearfield Monitoring Tips

You've got your first set of monitors, but you aren't sure where to position them? We're discussing speaker placement for beginners.

How To Use DAW Automation: 3 Methods to Add to your Workflow

We look at how to use DAW Automation in your production workflow to help you make precise arrangement and mixing decisions with your tracks.

Barre Chord Songs: Top 5 tunes to help you master this technique

Barre chord songs can feel hard when learning guitar. Here are 5 examples of songs that will help you improve your barre chords.

Intermediate Guitar Riffs: Take your playing to the next level

Intermediate guitar riffs are a big step in the right direction for guitar players. Here's a couple of songs that will help you level up your playing.

Play Like Slash: “Sweet Child O’ Mine” Guitar Tutorial

Sweet Child O' Mine is an 80s powerhouse of a rock song, so why not learn how to play it? With simple tips and TABs...

The Top 5 Studio Accessories to Improve Your Studio

You've got the basics, but which items can really increase your productivity? We're looking at the Top 5 Studio Accessories for your studio.

Exploring Guitar Scales: An extensive guide for musicians

Guitar scales are often feared by beginner guitar players. However, they're not as big and scary as they may seem...

Beginner Bass Guide: Getting into the groove

In this beginner bass guide, allow us to educate and inform as we showcase some basses you can grab hold of, and some beginner techniques.

Chord Inversions for Guitar: Adding Sophistication to Your Playing

Chord inversions will take your guitar-playing skills up to 11. Have you ever wondered how to make sweet-sounding chord progressions?

Advanced Ukulele Skills: Unlocking New Techniques

Advanced ukulele skills are hardly ever considered. However, there are plenty of ways that you can level up your playing! How? Let's see...

Essential Guitar Techniques: Mastering what you need to know

Essential guitar techniques contain the skill set that you'll carry forever. Let's see how you can get to grips with them.

String Bending: A Guide to Mastering a New Technique

String bending is one of the most defining things you can do as a guitarist. Let's slide into the ups and downs of this technique.