We've just written this guide as a thorough overview of buying a power amplifier for your live music rig. Click to read all about how to match your amplifier to a speaker as well as general operating tips.

Lots of cool toys were unveiled at this year's Winter NAMM festival. Here are a few pics of some of the highlights. Mouse over each one to learn more.

In every venue that plays live sound, a mixer is present. It is the brain of the sound reinforcement system and choosing one can be confusing. We wrote this guide to help you to understand the differences between analog and digital mixers. Digital mixers are now more affordable than ever so if you'd like to understand more of what they can do, please read this guide.

The always entertaining and talented Matt Cellitti shows us how to make the Kylo Ren vocal effect. Kylo sounds pretty menacing behind the mask. Did you know you too can now be your very own conflicted, self-conscious super villian?