Plugged In



Electrified stringed instruments offer a world of sonic possibilities, if you know the tricks of the trade. Let the Teen Strings experts jump start your pursuit of powered stringed instruments.

Think Electric

5 tips for players on the cusp of plugging in.

When a Violin is Not a Violin

Demystifying the art and science of MIDI.

Technique Electrique

Moving beyond playing really loud.

Doin' Your Own Sound

Playing an electric violin is only half the game--you have to handle the technical side of the equipment as well.

Silence Is Golden

The art of the silent violin.

Amplified Heat

A primer for string players seeking to pump up the volume.

Choosing a Mic

A primer for string players seeking to pump up the volume.

Developing Hendrix-like technique

Learn the electric technique to rock out old-school.

How to order your effects

Using signal flow to create a unique electric sound

Digging In to Your First Electric Solo

A new checklist to get you ready to rock

Youtube Classics

Inspiration to make your rock playing sound authentic

Making the Band

What to know for the big audition

Frequency of Freedom

String performers should consider wireless instrument systems





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