Acoustic Bass Guitars

How Do Acoustic Bass Guitars Work?
By Chris Holloway

Acoustic bass guitars are the deeper brothers of Western guitars. Acoustic bass guitars don't sound like acoustic basses when unamplified, they sound like guitars strung with heavy strings.

Acoustic bass guitars are made to be played along side an acoustic guitar and can be plugged in to enhance the sound or left unplugged, they feature hollow bodies just like an acoustic guitar, but the bodies are larger in size.

Typically equipped with piezoelectric or magnetic pickups and amplified Acoustic bass guitars are bass guitars without electronic pick-ups. The four string short scale bass guitar is the kind most commonly used by beginners. The lighter weight of the guitar allows a beginner to become accustomed to the weight of the guitar while they learn. 

Acoustic bass guitars are an extremely recent advent as compared with most other versions of the instrument. Other types of bass guitars include acoustic bass guitars which have hollow bodies, acoustic-electric bass guitars, and semi-acoustic bass guitars which are only partially hollow.

All About an Acoustic Bass Guitar
By Victor Epand 

One of the most demanding is the acoustic bass guitar. This is a bass instrument with a hollow wooden body similar to a bass guitar, though usually somewhat larger than a steel string acoustic guitar. A steel strung acoustic bass guitar is louder and sounds brighter than a classical guitar. 

Entry-level acoustic bass guitars are generally constructed entirely from laminated wood. But mid range acoustic bass guitars may sometimes have a combination of solid parts, often solid top and laminated woods. The acoustic bass guitar usually has a hollow wooden body similar to that of the steel string acoustic guitar. The majority of acoustic basses are fretted. The Earthwood acoustic bass guitar was introduced in 1972. 

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Playing In An Orchestra

Playing In An Orchestra - The Pros And Cons
By Patrick Lee

Orchestras face increasing financial problems reduction in recording work. Musicians in many orchestras are paid "per service" and the trombone is not always part of the "core" group of players in the orchestra. Orchestra playing teaches teamwork. Playing in an orchestra with high quality, with a conductor who was is dynamic, demanding, knowledgeable and passionate could be the beginning of life-career as a musician. 

Playing in a three-piece rock band versus playing in an orchestra--guess which one is louder. Many musicians (particularly string players) train aspiring to a solo or chamber music career; a life in a symphony orchestra often seems "third best" to them.

5 Types of Orchestra Instruments
By Alexander Sutton

Orchestra instruments are the components of the massive symphonic sound that has created some of the most beautiful music ever written. Famous musicians like Yo-Yo Ma have made a name for themselves using instruments, like the cello, to create beautiful solo compositions as well. Cello. This very large instrument is similar to a violin, but have a very deep sound that is extremely powerful and loud. However, this instrument can also be very soft and sweet. Its great range of sound is extremely popular for this reason, and this instrument has a huge role in orchestras.

Violin. Probably the best-known orchestra instrument is also the most dominant in orchestras, a section is often composed of dozens of players. These instruments have a much higher tone than cellos, but the same expansive range. Trumpets. This brass instrument is the dominant sound in the brass section. Percussion. 

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Woodwind Musical Instruments

Woodwind Musical Instruments - A Synopsis
By Nigel Arding 

A woodwind musical instrument is a musical device that has a resonator. Common shapes of air columns include - conical, cylinder etc.

Woodwind musical instruments can be divided into 2 categories
• Brass Instruments - made primarily of metal
• Woodwind Instruments - made primarily from wood
The more well known and used woodwind musical instruments are as follows

Bassoon, Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Saxophones

The bassoon, clarinet, oboe and saxophone use a mouthpiece whereas the flute uses what is called a headjoint as the method of introducing air to the instrument.

Unlike the string instruments or some percussion instruments, most wind instruments don't require tuning.

A flute typically costs $350 and is made from nickel-silver, then plated in silver. For the cheaper models of both clarinet and oboe, their bodies are usually made of ABS plastic, whereas the more expensive instruments are made of Grenadilla wood.

The Wonders of Woodwind Instruments
By Victor Epand 

This type of instrument is usually a tube that makes a sound when air is blown through it. Some are brass wind instruments, some are wood wind instruments and all create a unique sound that appeals to different people. To play a musical instrument, to enjoy playing it and to practice it, it tends to help when a person can enjoy the sound and familiarize himself to it. 

Unlike the string instruments, or some percussion instruments, many wind instruments don't require as much tuning, if even necessary. This particular group of instruments is also seen as instruments that are a little easier to learn and play. There are many simpler wind instruments to choose from that emit beautiful sounds when played right.

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Used Guitars

Cheap Used Guitars - Are They Worth it to Buy?
By Amber Ray

Are you not sure where to get cheap guitars from?
Thanks to the cheap guitar market that now everyone can buy a guitar even if they have a tight budget. You will find a large variety of cheap used guitar in the market. The best part about the used guitars is that the older a guitar gets, the finer the sound it produces, especially in the case of acoustic guitars. The best source for cheap guitars is the internet. You can buy guitars from all top brands at an unbelievable price.

Then, there are auction sites where guitar lovers bid for their favorite instrument.
Today, there are people who perceive cheap guitars as low quality and poorly manufactured instruments. Now the American brands also manufacture cheap guitars.
Keep in mind that cheap guitars are no longer the 'No-Name' instruments.

Used Guitars For Sale Online
By Slabey Randy T

Are you a musician interested in buying your guitar? Do you have a very limited budget for buying you guitar? For instance, if guitar is your instrument then you would be preoccupied with the thought of owning a guitar. If you want to get an acoustic guitar then used guitar will be much better than new ones because used acoustic guitars have rich sound than the new ones. The fastest way is to check online for guitars for sale. 

When you are buying used guitars online, you need to understand that there is no fixed price and the price would depend on the owner of the guitar and the condition of the guitar. To find more information on used guitars you can visit 
 
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