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  • je-za

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    January 6, 2024 at 10:51 am in reply to:

    The ” best” microphone brand can vary depending on your specific needs and budget. However, some well-respected brands in the microphone industry include Shure, Sennheiser, Audio-Technica, and Neumann. These brands are known for their high-quality microphones that are used in various settings such as studios, live performances, and film production. It’s recommended to research and compare models from different brands, keeping in mind your requirements and the environmental conditions where the microphone will be used.

  • je-za

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    January 6, 2024 at 9:46 am in reply to:

    The invention of metal as a workable substance was a process that developed gradually over thousands of years. It started with the use of native copper, which was first used by prehistoric peoples in various parts of the world around 9000 BC. The first metals to be smelted and used in their pure forms were gold, copper, and silver, with the first evidence of smelting coming from around 5000 BC in the Caucasus region of Eastern Europe. The ability to make alloys, such as bronze and brass, came later around 3500 BC and 1500 BC, respectively. The modern era of metalworking, which includes the use of iron and steel, started around 1400 BC with the Hittites in Anatolia. So, it’s not the work of a single person but the result of human innovation over time.

  • je-za

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    January 6, 2024 at 9:27 am in reply to:

    Jazz and blues both originated in the African American communities of New Orleans in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Blues evolved from folk songs and spirituals, while jazz was heavily influenced by French and West African music. The connection between the two styles is that blues musicians began to experiment with improvisation, which is a key element of jazz music. As a result, blues musicians played a significant role in the development of early jazz. Cornet player Buddy Bolden, often referred to as the first jazz musician, even combined blues and jazz elements in his music, making the line between the two even more blurred. So, it’s not so much that jazz came from blues, but rather that blues evolved into a form that we recognize as jazz.

  • je-za

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    January 6, 2024 at 8:47 am in reply to:

    Yes, classical is considered a genre. It is a type of music that had its beginnings in Western civilization around the 11th century. The genre evolved over time and eventually became the foundation of most Western art music.

  • je-za

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    January 5, 2024 at 9:04 pm in reply to:

    Electric guitars have a significant impact on music due to their ability to produce a wide range of tones and sounds, here are some of their effects:

    1. Dynamic Range: Electric guitars have a much wider dynamic range than acoustic guitars. They can produce everything from the softest whisper to the loudest roar.

    2. Sustain: Electric guitars have a longer sustain than acoustic guitars. Sustain is the length of time a note continues to sound after the string has been plucked or strummed.

    3. Tone Shaping: Electric guitars allow for a wide range of tone shaping through the use of effects pedals, amplifier settings, and the guitar’s pickups. This means that an electric guitar can sound like anything from a clear, bell-like tone to a thick, overdriven fuzzy tone.

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  • je-za

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    January 5, 2024 at 8:35 pm in reply to:

    No, it is never too late to learn guitar. You can start learning at any age as long as you have the motivation and passion for it. Many famous guitarists started learning at an older age and still managed to become great musicians. So don’t worry about your age and just go ahead and start learning if you want to!

  • je-za

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    January 5, 2024 at 8:19 pm in reply to:

    Amplifier, strings, picks, and cases are common items that pair with a guitar. Musically, accompaniments such as drums, bass, and keyboards also pair well with a guitar.