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  1. Recording Acoustic Guitar: Part I, Stereo or Mono

    The FENDER CD-320AS acoustic guitar is stereo worthy Last week, we focused on tips and techniques regarding recording the electric bass – specifically dealing with that low end frequency. We found out that there are certain inherent problems when dealing with such low bass frequencies and certain techniques to best negate them. When dealing with mixing the bass on a...
  2. Dealing With That Low End Mix: Introduction

    The JBL VRX915S 15" Bass Reflex Subwoofer For That Low End One of the trickiest parts of doing a full on track as far as my experience is concerned is dealing with that low end. Whether its recording an electric bass track, proper EQing for a kick drum or even mixing vocals  can cause headaches as far as those lower...
  3. Beginner's Guide To Amp Settings

    Fender Vintage Reissue '65 Princeton Combo Amp @ $799.99 Yesterday, we here at PAL broke down the differences between preamplifiers versus power amplifiers and although for all intents and purposes they are usually referred to in their combination state – that is to say, simply an amplifier – both have unique jobs in bringing players that perfect tone. While preamplifiers...
  4. Home Studio: Monitor Placement and Acoustic Tips

    JBL LSR 6328P Near Field Active Studio Monitor Yesterday, we here at PAL discussed a few of the inherent problems that come with trying to setup the perfect home studio – specifically – setting up the monitors. We talked about Room Modes and how they can be a huge pain for anyone trying to create a perfectly balanced mix &ndash...
  5. Guitar Tips & Tricks 6/21

    Pictured Above: Eric Clapton Signature Strat If you really stop and think about it, an electric guitar is a lot like an automobile; with most models, there are plenty of companies out there flooding the market with endless accessories and spare parts that if any of us wanted to drastically change the look, feel and sound of our axe, it’s...