The BEST Beginner Amp? Positive Grid Spark Go! We just filmed the definitive argument for the Positive Grid Spark Go—the pocket-sized amplifier that ends the debate over what gear beginners need. Our goal was to prove that this tiny, 5-watt smart amp [03:14] is the only investment a new electric guitarist needs to make. The…
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Why Elton John’s “Crocodile Rock” Makes You Wait for the Classic Rock Chord Progression!
Why Elton John’s “Crocodile Rock” Makes You Wait for the Classic Rock Chord Progression! “Crocodile Rock” isn’t just a nostalgic tune; it’s a clever musical statement that subverts expectations! The song is a playful commentary on ’50s rock and roll, intentionally avoiding the expected 1-minor 6-4-5 progression (the “DROP”) until the very end. Rob breaks…
Pocket Studio Power: Mastering the Tascam Portacapture X8
Pocket Studio Power: Mastering the Tascam Portacapture X8 This video unlocks the full potential of your Tascam Portacapture X8 by focusing on the game-changing Pocket Studio App. Forget just field recording—this little powerhouse is a complete, multi-track digital audio workstation (DAW) you can fit in your hand! We show you how to use the X8’s…
MPC One + Tascam Model 12 Setup | How to Route Audio In & Out (Step-by-Step)
MPC One + Tascam Model 12 Setup | How to Route Audio In & Out (Step-by-Step) We know the challenge: You love the creative power of the MPC (Key 37, One, Live, etc.) but need more inputs and better mixing control for your live setup. This video is the definitive, step-by-step guide to merging the…
DEMO: “Fire and Rain” featuring The Alvarez MDR70SB & Tascam Model 12
DEMO: “Fire and Rain” featuring The Alvarez MDR70SB & Tascam Model 12 This video isn’t just a gear test—it’s a demonstration of how classic tone meets modern recording convenience. Our goal was to showcase the seamless integration between the stunning Alvarez MDR70SB Masterworks acoustic guitar and the versatile Tascam Model 12 hybrid recorder. The Performance:…
Filming Fire: Getting Electrified by the Kaboombox Rock Band!
There is seriously nothing like being in the room when Kaboombox performs. As a videographer, my job is to capture energy, but when you work with Kaboombox, they overload the camera. You don’t have to chase the performance; you just have to keep the lens pointed at it and try to absorb as much of…
PROMO “Now That’s What I Call Yacht Rock” Featuring Schooner or Later
PROMO “Now That’s What I Call Yacht Rock” Featuring Schooner or Later Alright, team, mission accomplished! We captured the ultimate retro fantasy for Schooner or Later. We leaned hard into the 70s late-night TV infomercial vibe to make this promo feel like a genuine, rediscovered artifact of FM Gold. Our Kitsch Vision We knew this…
Tascam Model 12 Secrets: Bouncing & Mixing Guitar Like a Pro!
Tascam Model 12 Secrets: Bouncing & Mixing Guitar Like a Pro! This video, “Tascam Model 12 Secrets: Bouncing & Mixing Guitar Like a Pro!” by Robert Hamm, provides an in-depth tutorial for advanced recording and mixing techniques using the Tascam Model 12 hybrid mixer/recorder. The core of the video demonstrates a professional workflow for bouncing…
Learn to Make Music in Garage Band
UGP Make Music #1 ‘Baby Boy’ instrument-only demo by Rob Hamm #musicproduction #guitar #garageband Want the Free Course? Please subscribe. Help the Underground Guitar Party Reach 1K subscribers and be rewarded with a notification about the course in your inbox! Please share, like, and subscribe! If you have subscribed, please comment below and let me…