Samson Expedition XP106w Rechargeable Portable PA – First Look

Samson Expedition XP106w Rechargeable Portable PA – First Look

In this video, I take my first look at the Samson Expedition XP106w battery powered portable PA system. As I move back in to playing live music, especially acoustic music, I needed a solution for amplifying my acoustic guitar and vocals, and the XP106 seems to fit the bill.

The device boasts a built-in 4 channel mixer, USB wireless microphone, Bluetooth connectivity and up to 20 hours of continuous use thanks to the built-in rechargeable battery.

Subscribe to the channel if you would like to see the XP106w in action, as I will be using it and testing in some real world test videos in the very near future.

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Ego vs Self-Esteem in Music

Ego vs Self- Esteem – is there a place for ego in music and what is the relationship between the two?

In this video I talk about a concept which Warren Huart (Produce Like a Pro) mentioned in a recent video.

What are your thoughts? Do you agree with this assessment or am I way off?

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Warren Huart’s video – https://youtu.be/4a4yOAtDrD4
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How to create a 12 bar blues song in GarageBand iOS (iPhone/iPad)

How to create a 12 bar blues song in GarageBand iOS (iPhone/iPad).

In this video, we’re going to have some fun using the “scale” function in GarageBand iOS to create a simple but very cool 12 bar blue jam right here in GarageBand iOS.

GarageBand lets you use any scale you like, including major, minor, blues and many more, so you don’t need any musical knowledge to create some great sounds.
== Related Videos ==

Keyboard in GarageBand – https://youtu.be/Pp2yx0bREIA
Drummer in GarageBand – https://youtu.be/XyhcXjqPkiM
Edit chords in GarageBand – https://youtu.be/VpqMOpRNh7M
Triplet Quantization in GarageBand – https://youtu.be/KtLo-2dVc1o
Editing in GarageBand – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2G4UahGDIY&list=PLc8Xg_23Wa56sNYGISy5Iddo7ZTI5b4w-
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How to arrange a song – tips to add variety to an arrangement

How to arrange a song – tips to add variety to an arrangement.

Writing and recording a good song is one thing, but to turn it from good to great, you need a godo arrangement too.

Arranging a song involves setting up your song structure, deciding on instrumentation and ensuring that you have some variety to keep the listener interested.

What tips do you have for a good song arrangement?
== Related Videos ==

Arrangement & Vocals in GarageBand iOS – https://youtu.be/5y6Ikr_MRbM
Song arranging in GarageBand iOS – https://youtu.be/ioCYYDnUisk
Arrangement Decisions – https://youtu.be/QdqhX2eK9Rw
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Why I make tutorial videos – Studio Live Today origin story

Why I make tutorial videos – Studio Live Today origin story

In this video, I give an overview of how I got back in to home recording, how I found GarageBand iOS, and why I started making my own tutorial videos.

What’s your story? I’d love to hear about your musical journey in the comments.
== Related Videos ==

Procrastination in music – https://youtu.be/pU6BONPqAzA
Everyone starts at zero – https://youtu.be/BP0Yd7Qdot8
Work/Life/Music balance – https://youtu.be/EEx8zPcH-sY

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How to use the Arpeggiator in GarageBand iOS (iPad/iPhone)

How to use the Arpeggiator in GarageBand iOS (iPhone/iPad).

The arpeggiator in GarageBand iPhone or GarageBand iPad helps you create simple or complex arpeggios with very little effort.

Covered in this video:
1. Accessing the arpgeggiaror
2. Adjusting the note order (as played, up, down, up and down, random)
3. Adjusting the note rate (1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32 note)
4. Adjusting the octave range (1-4 octaves)
5. Using the latch option
6. Recording an arpeggio

Check out the complete GarageBand Quick Jams series here:

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Keyboard Quick Jam – https://youtu.be/Pp2yx0bREIA
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JBL Endurance Run headphones – One week review

Pick up a pair of JBL Endurance Run headphones here – https://amzn.to/2CdHFtV

JBL Endurance Run headphones – Review after one week

Just over a week ago I took a first look at the JBL Endurance Run headphones, and now I’m back to let you know what I think after using these headphones.

The verdict? These are some of the best value headphones I’ve come across, with great quality audio, excellent built-in mic (you can hear the audio quality in this video), and unique but comfortable ear pieces.

If you’re in the market for some affordable earbuds, these are definitely a great option.
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JBL Inspire 300 – https://amzn.to/2pP9SQv

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JBL Endurance Run headphones – first look – https://youtu.be/iR4fkcI1e1U
Mixing on headphones – https://youtu.be/4DCHRdQ6y_s
Mixing on iPhone – https://youtu.be/-TvUA4n0UOw
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How to use Audio Unit (AU) plug-ins in GarageBand iOS (iPad/iPhone)

How to use Audio Unit (AU) plug-ins in GarageBand iOS (iPad/iPhone).

Yes, we do have some brass instruments here in GarageBand iPad and GarageBand iPhone, but they can be a little hard to find.

In this video, I show you how to find and use the brass ensemble and the French horn in GarageBand iOS.

Covered in this video:
1. Accessing the plug-ins and EQ section
2. Adding a new plug-in to an empty slot
3. Selecting the Audio Unit Extensions
4. Selecting an Audio Unit plug-in
5. Accessing the AU plug-in interface
6. Difference between Audio Units and Inter-App Audio

Check out the complete GarageBand Quick Jams series here:

== Related Videos ==

Using Apple’s Audio Unit Plug-ins – https://youtu.be/iFgTDZoXj54
Add, Remove and change Plug-ins – https://youtu.be/bOxS133qlGQ
Plug-ins in GarageBand iOS – https://youtu.be/mN50UXpgFic
Limiter for iOS – FAC Maxima – https://youtu.be/r2H-Z8cAqqw
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Limiter for iPhone – FAC Maxima First Look (GarageBand iOS)

Limiter for iPhone – FAC Maxima First Look (GarageBand iOS).

The number one plug-in that is missing for GarageaBand iPhone and GarageBand iPad is a decent limiter. Compression and EQ can really help, but a limiter can take it to the next level and give your tracks that boost in gain and presence, without losing the quality you have worked hard to achieve.

FAC Maxima is an Audio Unit plug-in by Fred Anton Corvest that aims to fill this gap and provide a limiter solution for iOS. And the great thing is that unlike mastering apps like Final Touch, the plug-in can be used via Audio Units (AU) on iPad and iPhone, making it super versatile.

In this video, I take a “first look” at the plugin but using it on individual tracks (drums, vocals, guitars) in my recent song, and in a future video, I will be using it as a mastering plug-in on a master track to put it through its paces.
== Related Videos ==

Mastering songs in Final Touch iOS – https://youtu.be/XRtrDB8aQC0
Mastering in GarageaBand iOS – EQ and Limiting – https://youtu.be/_KmHiTSJf9U
Comparing a mixed and mastered track – https://youtu.be/QorsuBk-III
Mixing a full song in GarageBand iOS – https://youtu.be/8bnd3CfMFCU
Apple’s Audio Unit plug-ins – https://youtu.be/iFgTDZoXj54
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How to release your first song – feat. Maffeys Garden

How to release your first song – feat. Maffeys Garden

In this video, I tell you the story of Matt from Maffeys Garden. Matt’s tale is a familiar one. He played in bands “back in the day” and loves his music, but life, work and family have meant that music has taken a back seat.

Well, Matt is back in to music and is not only creating and recording, but has just RELEASED his first single to Spotify, Apple Music and all the rest using DistroKid.

Check out Matt’s channel on YouTube here – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7NMcwcA-FrDpZbm6NgluQQ
== Related Videos ==

Matt’s videos:
How I record songs in GarageBand – https://youtu.be/5EHQZFSWkqE
Releasing my first song – https://youtu.be/TWehQFsku58
I’ve released a song – https://youtu.be/rlu92b0stzc

Pete’s videos:
Releasing a song using DistroKid – https://youtu.be/kmREQ1YU4qg
DistroKid Deep Dive – https://youtu.be/fNN8QiSLX1g
10 x Reasons to Release YOUR Music Online – https://youtu.be/8i0Xu1qUqJo
5 x Tips to records more music – https://youtu.be/73ODvuatOpo
Everyone starts at zero – https://youtu.be/BP0Yd7Qdot8

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