Frequently Asked Questions
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Pearl TRAP (The Rhythmic Arts Project)
For whom is the program designed? The Rhythmic Arts Project is designed for people with various disabilities as well as typical pre-school and first to second graders working on th -
What is the difference between a preamp and a power amp?
A preamp takes a low-level signal, such as a mic or guitar signal, and boosts it to the appropriate level (called "Line Level") for use in pro audio applications. A power amp takes -
Do you sell vintage instruments?
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What does ROM/RAM mean?
ROM (Read Only Memory) is a permanent form of microchip memory that is used to store the sounds or samples in digital synthesizers and sound modules. RAM (Random Access Memory) is -
How do you read drum sizes to find the correct size for replacement heads?
When referring to a drum set, manufacturers list sizes differently. Some list the diameter first and the depth second. Others do the opposite. The best thing to remember is that th -
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, -
What is the best way to record electric guitar?
With home recording at an all-time high (in both quantity and quality), there seems to be no end to the amount of gear you can use to create and massage your guitar tone. Modeling -
What is a sample-playback synthesizer?
The majority of the synthesizers on today's market are sample-based synthesizers. These are synthesizers that contain hard-coded samples (stored onboard in ROM on the synthesizer). -
What do the different numbers on saxophone and clarinet reeds mean? Which should I get?
The number on the reed indicates its stiffness, or "strength". Larger numbers indicate stronger (thicker) reeds. Most instructors will start students out on #2 reeds (which are rel -
How long can a shielded audio cable Hi-Z unbalanced instrument cable and low-Z balanced mic cable get before audio quality is significantly diminished?
On average, unbalanced Hi-Z instrument cables can get to be about 25 to 30 feet long. You can begin to lose the high frequencies and pick up noise and interference in cable runs ov
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