Instrument Guide
Everything published on Viyolens under Instrument Guide — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Violin Mute: A Complete Guide
A violin mute attaches to the bridge and reduces volume and brilliance of tone. Here is a complete guide to the types available and how to use them.
Common Sample Pad Mistakes to Avoid
Sample pad players make predictable errors at every level. Here are the most common, and how to correct them quickly.
Common Treble Recorder Mistakes to Avoid
Most players starting on the treble recorder make the same few errors. Here are the most common, what causes them, and how to fix them quickly.
4 String Bass Explained: Features, Types and Tips
The 4 string bass is the backbone of popular music — this guide explains its construction, the types available, and what actually matters when choosing and playing one.
Guild Acoustic Guitar Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Guild acoustic guitars are built to a standard that places them alongside the best American instruments. Here is a complete overview of the brand, its range and what makes it distinctive.
The Ultimate Guide to Treble Recorder
The treble recorder is the standard instrument of professional early music playing. Here is a complete overview of how it works, the types available and what to look for.
Treble Recorder: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The treble recorder is available from under twenty pounds to several hundred. Here is a clear breakdown of what you get at each price point.
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4 String Bass
<h2>The standard choice for many bassists</h2><p>A 4 string bass remains the most familiar and widely used electric bass...
Guild Acoustic Guitar
<h2>Guild Acoustic Guitar Character</h2><p>A Guild acoustic guitar is well known for its solid build, dependable voice a...
Sample Pad
<h2>Sample pad performance tools</h2><p>A sample pad gives DJs and producers a fast way to trigger sounds, hits, loops a...
Treble Recorder
<h2>Treble Recorder for Ensemble and Study</h2><p>The treble recorder is a versatile woodwind instrument with a clear, a...
Violin Mute
<h2>What a violin mute does</h2><p>A violin mute reduces volume and softens the instrument’s tone, making it useful for...
