HOW TO CREATE BAND CONTRACTS
Steer clear of conflicts about money and management by putting band agreements in writing. By Scott Nygaard [more]

COMPUTER RECORDING BASICS
How to set up your computer for basic recording duties without spending a bundle.
By Jon Chappell [more]

AAD CUB AG-100 REVIEW
Ultra compact, lightweight amplifier packs a punch and exhibits impressive clarity.
With video. By Doug Young [more]

YAMAHA AUDIOGRAM COMPUTER RECORDING SYSTEMS
Yamaha Corporation of America is now shipping the new Audiogram 3 and Audiogram 6 computer recording systems. Powerful, yet affordable, these USB audio interfaces are designed to turn a computer into an intuitive tool for recording. The compact Audiogram 3 ($149.99) features one phantom-powered combo input (switchable for microphones or instrument recording), a stereo input, and stereo and headphone outputs. The Audiogram 6 ($199.99) includes two XLR combo inputs with preamps, two stereo inputs, and a unique one-knob compression feature. Both units include Cubase AI recording software. yamaha.com

BEHRINGER E1220A AND E1520A PA SPEAKERS
Behringer has introduced two new active PA speakers. The E1220A ($339) comes loaded with a 12-inch woofer, while the E1520A ($409.99) features a 15-inch woofer. Both models are rated at 400 watts and come equipped with pro specs, including balanced XLR inputs, two band EQ, balanced through output, onboard signal processing, and heavy-duty vinyl covering. The trapezoidal wood enclosure allows for flexible PA applications, including variable stacking and arrays and stand mounting. The design also lends itself to floor monitor use. behringer.com

OPENING ACT
How to succeed when you’re not the headliner. By David Gans

If you’re serious about playing music, every gig is an opportunity. Being an opening act at a local hot spot can introduce your playing to a great new audience and be a potential boost for your career. Of course opening slots can also be opportunities for humiliation (indifferent or hostile audience) and abuse (nasty sound guy, headliner’s people cut your set time short, etc.), but you can’t let that get in the way of your mission. Let’s have a look at some ways to make sure that a gig as an opening act goes over as well as possible. [more]

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