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Learn Guitar | Five Sonic Missteps
Today, there may be a zillion signal-processing options available to the average guitarist. Ya got your modeling software, boutique and mass-production pedals, studio processors, plug-ins, and myriad multi-effects devices—most of which are totally affordable and designed for all skill levels and stylistic forays. But having ultimate power doesn’t mean you have to wield it like Thor’s hammer. In fact, employing processing without forethought 
may actually tank your guitar tone. Here are five “oops-inducing” sounds that you might wish to avoid. Read the rest of this feature>>

Peter Bjorn and John ProFile
Swedish indie rock chameleons Peter Bjorn and John know a thing or two about change. For more than a decade, they’ve shown a knack for completely reinventing their sound, from the jangly garage pop of their 2004 breakthrough Falling Out to the densely processed electro textures of 2009’s Living Thing. Their latest outing, Gimme Some (StarTime International), finds the trio going back to a bare-bones, punk-meets-pop live setup—all of it colored by natural reverb, vintage analog effects, and a new set of ears at the controls. Read the rest of this feature>>

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'MIDI 101,' 'Soundcheck at the Club' eBooks Available
Welcome to the EMBooks electronic book series, where we will be providing concentrated, hands-on, tutorial information on all aspects of the recording process. Everything from Synth Programming and Build a Personal Studio to Setting Up for Soundcheck and Using Software Instruments. One of the real benefits of an eBook format is that it allows for the inclusion of video and rich media content, and ongoing updates to content as technologies and techniques change. Now Available: MIDI 101 and Soundcheck at the Club

Now Shipping: Korg MicroPIANO
The microPIANO features 61 keys and an adjustable lid. The Korg microPIANO is available in black, white and red. The microPIANO borrows its piano sound (and stereo piano samples) from Korg’s flagship digital pianos. In total, there are 61 vibrant and authentic sounds available. Keyboard sounds go beyond the traditional pianos to include electric pianos, harpsichords, accordion, celeste, organs, clavs, toy pianos and more. In addition, there are also flutes, strings, harps, bells and mallet percussion sounds. more>>

Blackstar Adds Reverb Models to HT-5 Series
The new, innovative HT-5R combo and HT-5RH head offer real tube sound in a compact format. While the preamp uses a traditional 12AX7 tube, the power section uses the dual-triode 12BH7 tube wired in a push-pull circuit. This configuration produces the crunch and break-up characteristics of a traditional 100-watt amp, delivering a sound rich in tube harmonics and compression even at the lowest volume levels. more>>