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Since it is not a dedicated computer, Create another user account and eliminate any running applications you can. Turn off your wireless network adapter during recording. Anything running in the background can use your resources. You could even have a second operating system on another drive...

Just used the combo DI and Mic method and it made a huge difference in accomplishing the tone I wanted. You can't have too many options to develop your sound when recording.

I have a macbook pro with logic pro. That may make me biased. I love it, no complaints other than it a bit pricier than other options. I have a m-audio profire610 which has 6 inputs 2 of which are xlr. I also have a presonus firestudio project which has 10 inputs 8 of which are xlr. The...

It could not be said enough. Metronome, Metronome, Metronome! Use it during personal practice time such as learning riffs or scales. Use it during band rehearsals. Use it during performances. Use while cooking lunch. It will take a little getting used to but you will find it very helpful in...

I really didn't want to learn the instrument. Just wanted to play 'Money' (Pink Floyd). Got a bass, a Mel Bay method 1 book, Pink Floyd sheet music. Didn't even know what a time signature was and I picked a song with 3 of them. After that I got the bug and haven't stopped for 25 years. I...

Check out this bass. Way worth it for the money. Records better than my Stingray 5 with two humbuckers. The 4 string is a 34" and the 5 is a 35" http://www.trabenbass.com/chaos.php

i cant believe i wasted my time reading this thread

You are not the only one. I play a 5 string Traben Chaos. Once it was setup it played and recorded comparably to the MM Stingray I was recording with. Great bass for the $$$$$.

There is no such thing as a bad key(theoretically). Bands I have had the most performance success with kept the tuning the same and played songs in the key that would best suite the vocals. I realize that some keys lend themselves to being played easier on different instruments, but that is...

This information has been told to me when I asked similar questions to the experts during some of my bass builds. I, however, am no expert. Lots of sustain is achieved with lighter less dense woods (i used to think the opposite)and a very soiid neck to body pocket/connection is important as...

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