Beginner Guide
Everything published on Viyolens under Beginner Guide — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Fender Guitar Amp for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Plugging in your first Fender guitar amp doesn't have to be complicated. This beginner-friendly guide walks you through choosing the right amp, understanding the controls, and dialling in a great tone...
Behringer Xr18 for Beginners: A Complete Guide
No knobs, no screen, no idea where to start? Here's a nervous first-timer's step-by-step route through their first Behringer XR18 session.
Akg Acoustics Headphones for Beginners: A Complete Guide
New AKG headphones don't need to be intimidating. Here's how to set them up properly and start training your ear, gently and without rushing.
Guitar Strap Buttons for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Guitar strap buttons seem mysterious until you realise they're simple, affordable hardware that keep your strap securely attached. This beginner's guide explains button types, walks through installati...
English Horn Cor Anglais for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Starting English horn cor anglais doesn't have to be intimidating. Our beginner guide covers your first steps, reed care essentials, and how to build confidence quickly.
Record Player Mixer for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Discover how to start DJing with a record player mixer. This guide covers equipment, setup, fundamental techniques, and common mistakes to avoid.
A Beginner's Guide to Bossa Nova
What bossa nova actually is, in plain English — the sound, the story and the handful of names worth knowing before you dive in.
Chamber Pop for Newcomers: Where to Start
Getting into chamber pop is more straightforward than its reputation suggests. Here is a clear, opinionated path in — three starting albums and where to go next.
Djembe for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A complete beginner's guide to djembe: what you need, how to hold it, learning the three basic tones, simple first patterns, practice tips, and resources for continued learning.
Cello Lessons for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Every cellist started as a beginner. This guide eases beginner anxieties, sets realistic expectations, and shows why your concerns are normal and manageable.
Synth Pop for Newcomers: Where to Start
Not another forty-artist list — a proper five-stop sequence into synth-pop, plus how to start making the sound yourself if you get the itch.
Alesis Drum Set for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Your first Alesis drum set can feel overwhelming, but making music on it is surprisingly straightforward. This beginner's guide walks you through setup, first sounds, and building rhythm patterns.
Daw For Podcasting for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Starting a podcast is simpler than you think. Modern DAW for podcasting is designed for beginners. This guide shows you how to set up, record, and edit your first episode.
Midi Control Pad for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A MIDI control pad can feel confusing at first. This guide demystifies MIDI, shows how to set up your pad, and walks you through your first productive session.
Tuning the Piano for Beginners: A Complete Guide
New piano owner wondering about tuning? Here's a gentle, reassuring guide to piano tuning — what your first appointment involves and the worries you can let go of.
Mic And Arm for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Microphone setup feels intimidating but is actually straightforward. This beginner's guide walks you through assembly, positioning, testing, and troubleshooting everything needed for your first qualit...
Baritone Gretsch for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Start your baritone Gretsch journey with confidence. Understand how it feels different, avoid common beginner mistakes, and develop your technique with encouragement.
Agogo Bells for Beginners: A Complete Guide
No music reading required: here is a gentle, encouraging way into agogo bells, from the basic grip to your first simple pattern and a realistic practice routine.
Xlr Splitter for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Confused about XLR splitters? This beginner's guide walks you through everything you need to know: how they work, why you need one, and how to avoid common mistakes.
Beat Port for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Understanding beat ports doesn't require a degree in acoustical engineering. This beginner's guide walks you through the essentials in straightforward language, helping you appreciate one of the most...
Roland Mx 1 Mixer for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Intimidated by the Roland MX-1 mixer? This beginner's guide strips away the complexity and walks you through simple setup, basic operation, and common pitfalls so you can start mixing confidently on d...
Dante Digital Audio for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Dante digital audio seems intimidating until you realise it's simply sending sound through network cables instead of traditional audio cables. This beginner's guide demystifies Dante, walks through ba...
Addictive Drums for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Addictive Drums 2 has a lot of new terminology for first-timers. Here's what each part of the software actually does — and how to get useful results in your first session.
Drum Synth for Beginners: A Complete Guide
New to drum synths? This guide covers first-day setup, creating simple patterns, velocity control, and a week-long practice plan for beginners.
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ESP Guitars
ESP guitars for players seeking modern design, powerful tone and reliable stage performance.
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Fender Guitar
Fender guitars across electric, acoustic and hybrid designs for versatile playing.
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Fender Jaguar
Fender Jaguar guitars with offset style, short-scale comfort and distinctive tones.
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Gibson Guitars
Gibson guitars combine iconic design, strong tone and premium build quality for players, collectors and recording musici...
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Gretsch Guitars
Gretsch guitars combine heritage, style and clear tonal character for players across rock, country and roots music.
Kids Guitar
Scaled-down guitars for younger players, with comfortable sizes that make learning easier and more enjoyable.
PRS Guitars
A respected range of premium guitars known for craftsmanship, versatility and dependable performance across styles.
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Yamaha Hs5
Compact and accurate, the Yamaha HS5 is ideal for small studios, mixing, editing and critical nearfield monitoring.
