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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is a Double Bass?

A double bass is simply, an upright bass. The name “double bass” refers to its name in classical music history. In the early days of the orchestra, the Violoncello ('cello) was the

Date Updated: 07 May 2016
What is a drum trigger?

A drum trigger is a sensor that attaches to a drum. When the drum head is struck, it sends a signal to an electronic drum module, telling the module to trigger the chosen sound for

Date Updated: 07 May 2016
Real Analog vs. Emulated Synth Sounds

Analog synth sounds can instantly fatten your music, giving it more breadth and warmth. Analog synthesizers typically have a warmer sound because their circuitry delivers a wider,

Date Updated: 07 May 2016
What is a sidechain input?

A sidechain is an input on a compressor that allows you to use a separate equalizer for frequency-dependent signal processing. This is most commonly used for de-essing vocals (remo

Date Updated: 07 May 2016
How do I cancel an order?

If you would like to cancel your order please give us a call at 1-866-498-7882.

Date Updated: 06 May 2016
What is "Ringing Out" a sound system? And how do you do it? "Ringing Out" a sound system is a process of using a graphic equalizer to increase the amount of gain you can get out of

Date Updated: 06 May 2016
What's the 3-to-1 Rule?

The 3-to-1 Rule is a rule of thumb for microphone placement. When microphones are placed too close together, unwanted dips and peaks in frequency response occur as a sound source i

Date Updated: 06 May 2016
About Equalizers

Equalizers boost or cut specific frequencies in a signal. The most common equalizers are tone controls. They tailor your sound to suit your music. Bass and treble knobs control a l

Date Updated: 06 May 2016
Do I really need to use an acoustic amplifier with my acoustic-electric guitar? Won't a standard amp work?

You can certainly use a standard amplifier for your acoustic-electric guitar. Before the advent of acoustic amplifiers, this is exactly what acoustic artists would do. However, the

Date Updated: 06 May 2016
What is an analog synthesizer?

A synthesizer with analog-based circuitry. These synthesizers, in general, use analog-style units (oscillators, filters) that are controlled by voltage (like the old modulars, only

Date Updated: 06 May 2016

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