BeatConnect Unveils New Interactive Sessions for Creators, Artists, and Producers

Pro Audio and Studio – Music Instrument News Creators can invite fans to learn, make music in real time, and hang out on BeatConnect’s newly optimized, deeply collaborative platform. Audio creation and collaboration platform BeatConnect is unveiling features that unlock new possibilities for creators and music makers eager to engage fans: interactive sessions. A producer … Continue reading BeatConnect Unveils New Interactive Sessions for Creators, Artists, and Producers

IK Multimedia Releases Firmware for iLoud MTM in Atmos Systems

Pro Audio and Studio – Music Instrument News IK Multimedia releases firmware 1.2.0 for iLoud MTM studio monitors, which adds a selectable 80 Hz low-frequency cutoff for use in Atmos® and other immersive audio setups. With this much-anticipated update, iLoud MTMs become the ideal reference monitors for all variety of surround sound systems. Immersive audio, … Continue reading IK Multimedia Releases Firmware for iLoud MTM in Atmos Systems

Episode 57: Billy Amendola with Gina Schock

Modern Drummer Magazine Welcome to this week’s Modern Drummer Podcast featuring Gina Schock of the Go-Go’s. Gina and MD’s Billy Amendola have a relaxing afternoon in Brooklyn discussing the effect of her first concert at eleven years old igniting her dream of becoming a musician and leading her on a path of success. Gina also discusses her … Continue reading Episode 57: Billy Amendola with Gina Schock

Tascam Announce New-Generation High-Resolution Multitrack Handheld Recorder

Drummer’s Review Tascam has announced the Portacapture X8, its latest generation portable eight-track audio recorder. The handy device enables recordings with 32-bit floating point resolution and sampling rates up to 192 kHz and is operated via a 3.5-inch (8.9 cm) touchscreen. Thanks to the intuitive Launcher feature, the user can easily select from a range … Continue reading Tascam Announce New-Generation High-Resolution Multitrack Handheld Recorder

Zildjian Introduce Joggers, Sherpa Hoodie & Ltd Edition Quilted Cap to Apparel Collection

Drummer’s Review The Avedis Zildjian Company has added three exciting new styles into its iconic line of apparel loved by drummers and consumers worldwide. Coming as a much-loved re-introduction from the past are the newly styled Zildjian Joggers. Comfortable and great for drumming, these premium tri-blend fleece joggers feature slit pockets on both sides, plus a … Continue reading Zildjian Introduce Joggers, Sherpa Hoodie & Ltd Edition Quilted Cap to Apparel Collection

CAD Audio introduce two new microphones specifically designed for podcasts, broadcasts, studio recordings and live stage performances

Pro Audio and Studio – Music Instrument News CAD Audio have added the D27 supercardiod, neodymium capsule dynamic microphone and the PM2100 PodMaster LavMAX, professional miniature condenser lavalier microphone to its popular range of audio products. CAD Live D27 Engineered to create a hot and articulate live performance, the new CAD Live D27 handheld supercardioddynamic … Continue reading CAD Audio introduce two new microphones specifically designed for podcasts, broadcasts, studio recordings and live stage performances

The Pineapple Thief (Gavin Harrison) Release Drum Playthrough for “Wretched Soul”

Modern Drummer Magazine NEW LIVE ALBUM + BLU-RAY/DVD “NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH” OUT NOW ON KSCOPE  British progressive-rock band THE PINEAPPLE THIEF has revealed a new playthrough video for “Wretched Soul,” featuring their critically-acclaimed and wildly revered luminary drummer Gavin Harrison (KING CRIMSON, PORCUPINE TREE). The live recording of “Wretched Soul” is found on the band’s newly released record and … Continue reading The Pineapple Thief (Gavin Harrison) Release Drum Playthrough for “Wretched Soul”

Tascam Announce New-Generation High-Resolution Multitrack Handheld Recorder

Pro Audio and Studio – Music Instrument News Tascam announces the Portacapture X8, its latest generation portable eight-track audio recorder. The handy device enables recordings with 32-bit floating point resolution and sampling rates up to 192 kHz and is operated via a 3.5-inch (8.9 cm) touchscreen. Thanks to the intuitive Launcher feature, the user can … Continue reading Tascam Announce New-Generation High-Resolution Multitrack Handheld Recorder

Turn it upside down: exploring chord inversions

Piano Blog by Skoove – Piano Practice Tips The world of piano chords is vast and exciting. Essentially anytime you play more than two notes on the piano, you are playing a chord. We can use chords to express so much in music, from subtle textures to intense and emotional thunderstorms.  In this article, we … Continue reading Turn it upside down: exploring chord inversions

Mapex Black Panther Design Lab Artist Series Snare Drums – Drummer’s Review

Drummer’s Review Here’s our review of a selection of Mapex Black Panther Design Lab Artist Series snare drums, featuring… Chris Adler ‘Warbird’  12″ x 5.5″, 6-ply, 5.1mm hybrid walnut/maple shell, satin natural walnut finish with ‘Warbird’ etching, Evans Power Centre Reverse Dot Batter over 300 snare side heads. Mapex says…”Designed by Chris Adler, the new … Continue reading Mapex Black Panther Design Lab Artist Series Snare Drums – Drummer’s Review