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Beginner Music Theory

Intervals, chords, and progressions—explained with audio examples.

Progress • 25%
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Home Studio Basics

Mic placement, gain staging, and clean recordings in small rooms.

Progress • 20%
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Songwriting Hooks

Make choruses land harder—melody, rhythm, and lyric techniques.

Progress • 75%
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Gear & Reviews

ProTone X1

4.8/5
Expert verdict: Clean, punchy tone with a surprisingly quiet noise floor.
Pros
  • Fast controls
  • Solid build
Cons
  • No MIDI
  • Basic meter

Pulse Wave Synth

4.6/5
Expert verdict: Big textures, easy modulation, and a friendly learning curve.
Pros
  • Great presets
  • Deep sound
Cons
  • Menu-heavy
  • Large footprint

EchoBeat Headphones

4.4/5
Expert verdict: Comfortable for long sessions with balanced mids and smooth highs.
Pros
  • Comfort fit
  • Clear mids
Cons
  • Bulky case
  • Warm bass

Vortex Pro Amp

4.7/5
Expert verdict: Gig‑ready volume with a musical breakup and reliable DI.
Pros
  • Great headroom
  • Strong DI
Cons
  • Heavy
  • No reverb

Community Q&A

16

Best way to practice chord changes without tension?

Technique Guitar
42 replies
17

Home recording setup under $500 — what would you buy today?

Home Studio Budget
58 replies
15

Best delay pedal for live gigs (tap tempo + quick presets)?

Gear Live
31 replies
22

Tips for writing stronger hooks in the first 30 seconds?

Songwriting Pop
76 replies
9

How do you EQ vocals to sit in a dense mix without sounding thin?

Mixing Vocals
64 replies