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How a Turntable Can Make You a Better DJ

The world of the DJ like everything else has altered with changes in technology. In early DJ history a DJ would make his presence known at a party with several turntables, a mixing board, a pile of vinyl records and a PA system. It took lots of skill to c... Read >

Technics SL-1210MK5G-You Must Read This Before Buying

The Technics SL-1210MK5G is a mixers delight.  If you're a Dj in the market for a new turntable, look no further than the SL-1210MK5G.  Sure, it's expensive, but well worth the price.  Aside from a minor gripe about the cover not having hinges (which in m... Read >

Denon DP-300F Fully Automatic Turntable-Don't Buy Until You Read!

Love the sound of vinyl? Now you just need something to play it on. The Denon DP-300F turntable has a number of features to recommend it. Being "fully automatic" makes the Denon DP-300F a great choice. Automatic startup allows play to begin with the to... Read >

Key Features to Look at in Selecting the Best Turntable

How to select the best turntable...Really depends on your budget and what you intend to use it for.  The giggingl DJ will have different likes/dislikes than the home user.  Lets view some of the bells and whistles that have to to be considered. What so... Read >

Does a DJ Really Need a Turntable?

The universe of the DJ like all else has shifted with progress. In early DJ history a DJ would make his presence known at a gig with several turntables, mixing board, a stack of of vinyl disks and a sound system. It took lots ofability to cue up the tun... Read >

Make Your Piano Playing Sound More Professional by Learning to Think Like a Singer

Sounds like a strange title for an article on how to play the piano doesn't it. However, singers employ some tricks that we piano players can learn from. Here are five important ones. (1) Phrase it like a singer. Think the words to the song as you ... Read >

Save 1/3 or More on Your Grocery Bill

Who doesn't want to save money in these soft economic times? One way to do it is to cut your spending on groceries. No, I am not talking about clipping coupons, although that is a way if you don't mind taking the time to look and clip. Frankly, I don't... Read >

Six Things to Consider in Purchasing an Electronic Piano

I remember when I was a kid taking piano lessons. We had an old upright piano that weighed a ton, looked awful and never seemed to stay in tune. Not exactly what you would call inspiring to a beginning piano student. But who could afford a grand piano?... Read >

Seven Ways for You to Motivate Your Child to Practice

I remember well the initial excitement of learning to play an instrument. Then reality hit and all of a sudden I was inside practicing while my friends were outside. I soon lost motivation. I was 10 years old at the time. It's a good thing my Dad was ... Read >