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The choice was made – you will be a bass player. Whether it was a voluntary decision or you were just stuck with the bass guitar because you were the last to apply for a band, the next step is the same in both cases. You have to choose your first instrument. How to do it, what to avoid and which route to take? Youpll find answers to these questions in the following text.

Are you into a world of music and especially into keys? If you're just a beginner and want to experiment, investing heaps of money into an acoustic piano might not be the best option. Nowadays, one of the most popular instruments is a keyboard. It presents an ideal choice not only for children and beginners, but also for more advanced musicians who'd love to experiment with sounds and record new music. We'll explain to you why you should get your hands on it, too.

Rhythm is the foundation of every song, which is why drums are one of the most popular instruments. They are appealing not only to children, but also to adults - regardless of gender. Rhythm was one of the first components of music that man mastered many years ago. If drums interest you, we'll tell you how to choose them.

Until you see it, you won't believe it! Browse through the hit parade of the most bizarre musical instruments. Here's our TOP 10 ranking of the real freaks with the most unusual shapes, sounds or stories.

Strats, TLs, LPs, Vs, SGs, Superstrats, semiacoustics, Jazzmasters, Jaguars and other beasts. Electric guitars come in many shapes and colors, with many woods, pickups, bridges and other enticements.It is therefore not hard to lose your way for good when buying one for the first time. Take it easy, we shall help you pick the right guitar – first we must find out what instrument is right for you.

Every turntable is an electronic device that has a complex structure, and certain principles of use must be kept in mind. Nevertheless, it does happen that a problem or malfunction occurs on a turntable. Many times the problem is not as serious as it looks, and you don't have to throw the turntable in the trash right away. Whether you have a new, just bought or older turntable at home, we'll take a look at the most common problems and give you advice on what to do about them.

This is a question everyone who takes music seriously asks—whether you're just starting out or want to improve your playing. The truth is, the difference between guitars isn't just about price. It's about materials, craftsmanship, sound, and most importantly, how the instrument "feels in your hands". We'll help you understand what you're really getting for the money and why sometimes you can feel the difference after the very first chord.

The exciting discovery that listening to Mozart's music contributes to the improvement of a child's intelligence already during prenatal development was not confirmed, and the Mozart effect was ranked among the biggest scientific mistakes of modern times. However, the question of whether a child's intelligence is related to music does not let scientists sleep even today, and they recently found that children who are engaged with music have better grades in school. When to start with music and which instrument to try first?

An effects unit or pedal is a small or big box, and the target of and undying desire – sometimes even a pathological one – of musicians, since the first one was created in 1962. Since then some time has passed and there are so may boxes in existence that even the best experts lose the overview. How to pick one that is a perfect fit for your guitar personality? Let us consider the problem together.

Anyone who plans to get his music production into computer will, sooner or later, come across a term audio interface. This portable hardware device can also be called a sound card. The name can suggest that it's just a slim card, the standard format, however, resembles a small box with several connector inputs and buttons. Inputs are used to connect microphones, speakers, instruments, or other sound devices with the computer.