Gear ratios are fundamental in understanding how gears work, with the ratio indicating how many times a gear has to turn for another gear to turn once; for instance, in a worm gear, a threaded shaft engaging the teeth on a gear can create a high gear ratio in a compact space. Planetary...
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When tuned up to pitch, the strings will put several hundred pounds of pressure on the neck –more than enough to bend it. A truss rod’s job is to counteract that tension and allow the player to adjust how much (or how little) the neck bows. There are two kinds of truss rods: ...
Pitch correction is a type of processing that can change a vocalist’s tuning after the recording has taken place. It’s used to improve vocal takes and create unique vocal effects like the signature “hard tuning” sound where the voice takes on a robotic quality. Pitch correction is done ...
Because it has a big effect on both your budget and your pack weight, the backcountry shelter you choose is one of your most important gear-buying decisions. And, to complicate matters, backpacking tents come in an astounding variety of designs, from minimalist to mansion-esque. ...
Back to top ⟰ 1. Music production software and equipment To produce music you’ll need music production software and a few main pieces of equipment. Don’t worry—music production setups can vary a lot. You don’t need tons of expensive gear to get started as a producer....
Since the outcome we are trying to achieve is faster, longer hiking, the best way to measure the results of this program is to do a timed hike. This test can be flexible depending on your exact goals, but we recommend loading your backpack to 30lbs and timing yourself walking two miles...
For example, our show Podcraft teaches the how-to of podcasting – the main topic – but we have focused seasons on things like podcast gear, promotion, and monetization. So, how long should a podcast season be? Unsurprisingly, the answer is the same as how long a podcast episode should...
In this episode of Shopify Masters, you’ll learn from an entrepreneur who had to get creative in his marketing to advertise about a taboo topic.
Experienced singers use certain vocal techniques to control the volume, pitch, and tone of their voice to convey the lyrics and emotion of the song. What Does a Singer Do? Professional singers who perform on stage sing along with an accompanist, a full band, or a pre-recorded backing track...