Hannah Roberts
Hannah grew up in the shadow of York Minster, where the sound of choirs and early music was simply part of the air. That grounding gave her a deep love of harmony, voices and the older end of the repertoire. She writes about classical, choral and the history behind the music.
Articles by Hannah Roberts
Overhead Microphone: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A practical buying guide for selecting an overhead microphone. Learn about polar patterns, frequency response, build quality, and how to avoid common mistakes.
Orange Pedal for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A beginner's guide to getting started with orange pedals. Learn setup tips, avoid common mistakes, and build confidence with your first effect pedal.
The Complete Guide to Upright Electric Bass Guitars
Upright electric bass guitars bridge traditional acoustic upright bass heritage with modern electric versatility. Discover their distinctive tone, playing technique, and role in jazz, fusion, and expe...
The Complete Guide to Mustang Fender Bass
The Fender Mustang Bass combines compact size with punchy, cutting tone that made it iconic in punk and alternative rock. Discover its unique 30-inch scale advantage, tonal character and how it compar...
Cordoba Ukulele: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Cordoba ukuleles offer premium craftsmanship and tone at higher prices than budget models. Our guide covers when Cordoba quality justifies the investment and how to choose.
Oscillator Module: A Complete Buyer's Guide
An oscillator module is the sound source at the heart of Eurorack. This guide helps you understand types, features, and trade-offs to pick the right one.
The Complete Guide to Desk Mixer
Explore desk mixers: the essential tools for combining audio sources in studios and live venues, from entry-level to professional broadcast consoles.
Aston Classical for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A beginner's guide to Aston Classical guitars — covering the correct playing position, right-hand and left-hand technique, reading classical guitar notation and the basics of instrument care.
Luna Ukulele for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Starting with a Luna ukulele is one of the smartest choices for nervous first-timers. This guide walks you through opening the box, playing your first chords, and building consistent practice habits.
Tc Electronic Effects Pedals: A Complete Buyer's Guide
TC Electronic builds professional-quality effects pedals balancing sonic depth with usability. This buying guide covers specifications, effect types, price tiers, and practical considerations for choo...
The Complete Guide to Keyboard Accordion For Sale
Buying a keyboard accordion for sale requires knowing what to look for—from size and reeds to budget and dealer reputation. This guide covers everything you need.
Guitar Amp Effects for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Exploring amp effects doesn't need to feel overwhelming. With simple guidance and patience, you'll discover how these tools can transform your tone and make playing more rewarding.
76 Key Keyboard: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A 76 key keyboard balances portability with playable range. This guide walks you through what you're actually getting, price tiers, and whether this size suits your needs better than 88-key or smaller...
Gretsch Drum Kit: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Gretsch drum kits deliver distinctive vintage character and professional-grade craftsmanship. This buying guide helps you navigate product lines, evaluate sound quality, and choose the right kit for y...
The Complete Guide to Violin Left Handed
Left-handed violins are mirror-image instruments designed for left-handed musicians. Finding quality options requires knowing where to look and what to expect.
The Complete Guide to Pedal Boss Chromatic Tuner
A Boss chromatic tuner pedal delivers accurate, reliable tuning for guitarists, bassists, and other musicians. Discover types, features, and performance applications.
Martin 12 String Strings: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing Martin 12 string strings? Our guide compares gauges, materials, and prices so you can select the perfect set for your guitar and playing style.
The Complete Guide to Guitar Effects Looper Pedal
A guitar effects looper pedal records your playing and replays it instantly, letting you layer multiple guitar parts into complete arrangements. Discover how loopers transform solo performances and wh...
The Complete Guide to Starter Keyboard Piano
A starter keyboard piano offers an accessible entry point into keyboard playing, combining essential features for beginners without the cost of a full acoustic piano.
The Complete Guide to In Ear Shure
Shure in-ear monitoring systems set the professional standard for live performance audio. Discover why touring artists and venues rely on in-ear Shure systems.
Audio Cable Types: A Complete Buyer's Guide
When shopping for audio cables, knowing what specifications matter—and what doesn't—saves money and prevents frustrating noise problems. This buying guide shows you how to evaluate cables and match th...
The Complete Guide to Yamaha Guitar Amplifiers
Yamaha guitar amplifiers combine affordability, reliability, and honest tone—ideal for beginners through touring professionals.
The Complete Guide to Practice Guitar Amps
Practice guitar amps make home playing enjoyable and rewarding, whether you're a beginner learning first chords or an experienced player refining technique. Discover the best options for your situatio...
Audio Technica With Mic: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Audio Technica offers quality microphones across price points. This guide explains microphone types, critical specifications, and how to select the right model for your recording or performance needs.
What Hannah Roberts covers
Cello Strings
Browse cello strings for students and professionals, with options to suit lessons, ensemble playing and concert performa...
Double Bass
Shop double bass instruments for orchestral, jazz and ensemble use, with options for players at every level.
4 topics
Double Bass Pedal
Double bass pedals let drummers play fast, controlled kick patterns with both feet for rock, metal and fusion styles.
Electric Cello
Find electric cello instruments for amplified performance, crossover work and modern musical styles.
Peavey Guitar Amp
Dependable guitar amplifiers with practical controls, sturdy construction and tones suited to practice, recording and gi...
Stentor Violin
Reliable violins for students and progressing players, widely used in lessons and ensembles.
Violin
Browse violins for beginners, advancing players and professionals, with sizes and specifications to suit every level.
14 topics
Violin Tuner
Use a violin tuner for quick, accurate tuning at home, in lessons, rehearsal or on stage.
Popular topics
AllLatest articles
All newsSections
Index- Guitars 1,525
- Pianos & Keyboards 491
- Drums & Percussion 278
- Orchestral Strings 76
- Wind & Woodwind 97
- Brass Instruments 70
- Folk & World Instruments 108
- Studio Recording 484
- Music Software & DAWs 250
- DJ & Electronic Production 199
- Live Sound & PA 143
- Music Accessories 165
- Sheet Music & Learning 63
- Music Genres 285
- Music News & Industry 246
- Hi-Fi & Home Audio 64
- Artists & Bands 39