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Music Business

How to Make Money from Music Licensing: Tips for Royalties
I often get asked how to make money from music licensing. In this post, I will answer this question and tell you the truth About the music business.

I often get asked how someone can from music licensing.. This post answers this question and tell you the truth About the music business.

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MIDI Synth, Music production

How Many Keys Should a MIDI Controller Have? (The Truth)
I often get asked how many keys should a midi controller have. In this post, I will answer this questions and more about MIDI controllers in home recording.

I often get asked how many keys should a midi controller have. In this post, I will answer this questions and more about MIDI controllers in home recording.

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Music Business

How Much Do Music Producers Make? (Salary & Royalties)
I often get asked how much money do music producers make. In this post, I will answer this question and tell you the truth About the music business.

I often get asked how much money music producers make. This post answers this question and covers the truth About the music business.

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Music production, MIDI Synth

Do You Need a Computer to Use a MIDI Keyboard? (Answered)
I often get asked if you need a computer to use a MIDI keyboard. In this post, I will answer this questions and more about MIDI controllers and keyboards.

I often get asked if you need a computer to use a MIDI keyboard. In this post, I will answer this questions and more about MIDI controllers and keyboards.

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MIDI Synth, Music production

Can You Use a Synthesizer as a MIDI Controller? (Answered)
I often get asked if you can use a synthesizer as a midi controller. In this post, I will answer this questions and more about synth and midi controllers.

I often get asked if you can use a synthesizer as a midi controller. In this post, I will answer this question and more about synth and midi controllers.

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Music production, MIDI Synth

Can a Synthesizer Go out of Tune? (Answered)
I often get asked, "can a synthesizer go out of tune?" In this article, I will answer your questions about synths and whether they need tuning.

I often get asked, "can a synthesizer go out of tune?" In this article, I will answer your questions about synths and whether they need tuning.

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MIDI Synth, Music production

What Is a MIDI Controller? Do You Need One (The Truth)
I often get asked, "What is a MIDI controller?" In this article, I will answer your questions about MIDI controllers and whether you need one.

I often get asked, "What is a MIDI controller?" In this article, I will answer your questions about MIDI controllers and whether you need one.

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Bass, Guitar, Music production

Why Do Guitarists and Bassists Boil Their Strings? (Truth)
Why do musicians boil their strings? This is a question that many people have. In this post, we will cover why people boil their strings and if it works.

Why do musicians boil their strings? This is a question that many people have. In this post, we will cover why people boil their strings and if it works.

Latest posts

I often get asked how to make money from music licensing. In this post, I will answer this question and tell you the truth About the music business.

I often get asked how many keys should a midi controller have. In this post, I will answer this questions and more about MIDI controllers in home recording.

I often get asked how much money do music producers make. In this post, I will answer this question and tell you the truth About the music business.

I often get asked if you need a computer to use a MIDI keyboard. In this post, I will answer this questions and more about MIDI controllers and keyboards.

I often get asked if you can use a synthesizer as a midi controller. In this post, I will answer this questions and more about synth and midi controllers.

I often get asked, "can a synthesizer go out of tune?" In this article, I will answer your questions about synths and whether they need tuning.

I often get asked, "What is a MIDI controller?" In this article, I will answer your questions about MIDI controllers and whether you need one.

Why do musicians boil their strings? This is a question that many people have. In this post, we will cover why people boil their strings and if it works.

Why are some guitar pickups angled? This is a question that many guitar players ask themselves. In this article, we will provide you with the answer.

Guitar picks are essential. But with constant use, they tend to wear out fast. So how long do they tend to last? Here's a guide on guitar pick lifespan.

Are you new to playing the guitar and have recently bought a new set of strings? Here's how long it takes to break them in and get the most out of them.

Are your strings rusty? You might wonder if your guitar will still sound good with corroded strings. This article will cover rust on guitar strings.

Wondering if stereo cables are compatible with guitars? Read on to find out whether or not they'll affect your sound and or are worth the investment.

If you want to improve your playing, understanding how pickup height affects tone is essential. We'll be discussing pickups and how they affect your tone.

If you are in the market for a new MIDI controller, the Arturia Minilab universal controller might be what you are looking for. Read our full review here!

Are you considering getting the Akai MPC X? If you are, then this post is for you. We're going to be reviewing the Akai MPC X once and for all.

If you are new o the DJ world, having the right gear is critical. Here are the three best DJ controllers for beginners that you can buy online.

If you are considering getting a new mic, you've probably wondered if the Audio-Technica AT2035 microphone is any good. Here's our review.

If you need help choosing a good recording studio chair, here are ten factors you should consider when purchasing a chair for your home studio.

Whether you're buying new turntables or just upgrading, this is one you will want to read up about. Here's the Numark PT-01 turntable.

Latest posts

I often get asked how to make money from music licensing. In this post, I will answer this question and tell you the truth About the music business.

I often get asked how many keys should a midi controller have. In this post, I will answer this questions and more about MIDI controllers in home recording.

I often get asked how much money do music producers make. In this post, I will answer this question and tell you the truth About the music business.

I often get asked if you need a computer to use a MIDI keyboard. In this post, I will answer this questions and more about MIDI controllers and keyboards.

I often get asked if you can use a synthesizer as a midi controller. In this post, I will answer this questions and more about synth and midi controllers.

I often get asked, "can a synthesizer go out of tune?" In this article, I will answer your questions about synths and whether they need tuning.

I often get asked, "What is a MIDI controller?" In this article, I will answer your questions about MIDI controllers and whether you need one.

Why do musicians boil their strings? This is a question that many people have. In this post, we will cover why people boil their strings and if it works.

Why are some guitar pickups angled? This is a question that many guitar players ask themselves. In this article, we will provide you with the answer.

Guitar picks are essential. But with constant use, they tend to wear out fast. So how long do they tend to last? Here's a guide on guitar pick lifespan.

Are you new to playing the guitar and have recently bought a new set of strings? Here's how long it takes to break them in and get the most out of them.

Are your strings rusty? You might wonder if your guitar will still sound good with corroded strings. This article will cover rust on guitar strings.

Wondering if stereo cables are compatible with guitars? Read on to find out whether or not they'll affect your sound and or are worth the investment.

If you want to improve your playing, understanding how pickup height affects tone is essential. We'll be discussing pickups and how they affect your tone.

If you are in the market for a new MIDI controller, the Arturia Minilab universal controller might be what you are looking for. Read our full review here!

Are you considering getting the Akai MPC X? If you are, then this post is for you. We're going to be reviewing the Akai MPC X once and for all.

If you are new o the DJ world, having the right gear is critical. Here are the three best DJ controllers for beginners that you can buy online.

If you are considering getting a new mic, you've probably wondered if the Audio-Technica AT2035 microphone is any good. Here's our review.

If you need help choosing a good recording studio chair, here are ten factors you should consider when purchasing a chair for your home studio.

Whether you're buying new turntables or just upgrading, this is one you will want to read up about. Here's the Numark PT-01 turntable.

Latest posts

I often get asked how to make money from music licensing. In this post, I will answer this question and tell you the truth About the music business.

I often get asked how many keys should a midi controller have. In this post, I will answer this questions and more about MIDI controllers in home recording.

I often get asked how much money do music producers make. In this post, I will answer this question and tell you the truth About the music business.

I often get asked if you need a computer to use a MIDI keyboard. In this post, I will answer this questions and more about MIDI controllers and keyboards.

I often get asked if you can use a synthesizer as a midi controller. In this post, I will answer this questions and more about synth and midi controllers.

I often get asked, "can a synthesizer go out of tune?" In this article, I will answer your questions about synths and whether they need tuning.

I often get asked, "What is a MIDI controller?" In this article, I will answer your questions about MIDI controllers and whether you need one.

Why do musicians boil their strings? This is a question that many people have. In this post, we will cover why people boil their strings and if it works.

Why are some guitar pickups angled? This is a question that many guitar players ask themselves. In this article, we will provide you with the answer.

Guitar picks are essential. But with constant use, they tend to wear out fast. So how long do they tend to last? Here's a guide on guitar pick lifespan.

Are you new to playing the guitar and have recently bought a new set of strings? Here's how long it takes to break them in and get the most out of them.

Are your strings rusty? You might wonder if your guitar will still sound good with corroded strings. This article will cover rust on guitar strings.

Wondering if stereo cables are compatible with guitars? Read on to find out whether or not they'll affect your sound and or are worth the investment.

If you want to improve your playing, understanding how pickup height affects tone is essential. We'll be discussing pickups and how they affect your tone.

If you are in the market for a new MIDI controller, the Arturia Minilab universal controller might be what you are looking for. Read our full review here!

Are you considering getting the Akai MPC X? If you are, then this post is for you. We're going to be reviewing the Akai MPC X once and for all.

If you are new o the DJ world, having the right gear is critical. Here are the three best DJ controllers for beginners that you can buy online.

If you are considering getting a new mic, you've probably wondered if the Audio-Technica AT2035 microphone is any good. Here's our review.

If you need help choosing a good recording studio chair, here are ten factors you should consider when purchasing a chair for your home studio.

Whether you're buying new turntables or just upgrading, this is one you will want to read up about. Here's the Numark PT-01 turntable.

Latest posts

I often get asked how to make money from music licensing. In this post, I will answer this question and tell you the truth About the music business.

I often get asked how many keys should a midi controller have. In this post, I will answer this questions and more about MIDI controllers in home recording.

I often get asked how much money do music producers make. In this post, I will answer this question and tell you the truth About the music business.

I often get asked if you need a computer to use a MIDI keyboard. In this post, I will answer this questions and more about MIDI controllers and keyboards.

I often get asked if you can use a synthesizer as a midi controller. In this post, I will answer this questions and more about synth and midi controllers.

I often get asked, "can a synthesizer go out of tune?" In this article, I will answer your questions about synths and whether they need tuning.

I often get asked, "What is a MIDI controller?" In this article, I will answer your questions about MIDI controllers and whether you need one.

Why do musicians boil their strings? This is a question that many people have. In this post, we will cover why people boil their strings and if it works.

Why are some guitar pickups angled? This is a question that many guitar players ask themselves. In this article, we will provide you with the answer.

Guitar picks are essential. But with constant use, they tend to wear out fast. So how long do they tend to last? Here's a guide on guitar pick lifespan.

Are you new to playing the guitar and have recently bought a new set of strings? Here's how long it takes to break them in and get the most out of them.

Are your strings rusty? You might wonder if your guitar will still sound good with corroded strings. This article will cover rust on guitar strings.

Wondering if stereo cables are compatible with guitars? Read on to find out whether or not they'll affect your sound and or are worth the investment.