The modern guitar is believed to have existed since the 15th century. However, that doesn't mean there isn't room for innovation. Your guitar playing is going to get a high tech upgrade with these gadgets.
Contents1. Gibson GC-R052 memory cable. Roadie3 automatic tuner. Jamstick+4. Line 65 Sonic VX Port. iRig BlueboardThe Gibson GC-R05 Memory Cable is an instrument cable like any other. Simply plug the 6.35mm jack into your guitar and the other into an amp, and you're ready to rock. However, the Gibson GC-R05 memory cable has a high-tech asset in its bag:it has a built-in recorder. Every guitarist has been there at one time or another. You come up with a killer riff to forget about at the end of your jam session. With the Gibson Memory Cable, you don't have to worry about that anymore. A push of a button records hours of audio for every time inspiration strikes.
Roadie allows users to choose from over 40 preset alternate and open tunings. Additionally, users can also create their own custom settings and save them for later use.
Putting the Roadie to work is super simple. Simply select your tuning and place the Roadie over your guitar tuners. Pluck the corresponding string and the Roadie will automatically start tuning your guitar. Roadie has a detection accuracy of less than ±1 cent and an adjustment accuracy of up to ±2 cent. It uses a vibration sensor to maintain accuracy even in noisy environments.
* The exception is bass guitars. However, there is a Roadie model specifically designed for bass.
Whether you want to learn to play the guitar or want a truly portable instrument to dial in your next hit, the Jamstick+ is worth a look. Despite its small size, the Jamstick+ has real guitar strings and frets and connects to your phone, tablet or PC via Bluetooth. This allows it to use hundreds of MIDI instruments to add depth and flexibility to your compositions.
Additionally, the Jamstick+ includes an interactive tutorial app that helps beginners learn how to play. The Jamstick+ is multi-platform, meaning you'll be able to use it with Android, iOS, Mac, and Windows devices. However, the Android app is no longer updated. According to the manufacturer, this is due to the limitations of the Android operating system. That being said, you will still be able to use the Jamstick+ as a MIDI controller.
Any guitarist familiar with recording will know all the gadgets and gadgets needed to capture all the elements of a track. One of the most important is an audio interface, a piece of hardware that allows musicians to record on a computer. They're absolutely essential in computer audio production, whether you're recording an album or a podcast. Unfortunately, an audio interface, a computer, and various microphones aren't exactly portable. That is, until the Port Sonic VX of line 6.
The Line 6 Sonic Port VX is a dual stereo/condenser microphone that doubles as a full-fledged recording studio. In addition to microphones, the Sonic Port VX features a stereo line input for key tracking, drum machines and more. All you need is a laptop, your instrument, and some cables, and you're ready to compose. Needless to say, the Line 6 Sonic Port VX is perfect for musicians looking to record entire songs on the go.
If you're a guitarist who works with a digital audio workstation (DAW) like Garageband or Pro Tools, then you need the iRig Blueboard. DAWs are a godsend for guitarists. Players can pump up their sound through the use of virtual amps and effects pedals. While this gives guitarists a lot of flexibility, there's nothing worse than having to stop playing to huddle up with a mouse and keyboard to play around with various effects.
The iRig Blueboard is a Bluetooth-enabled MIDI pedalboard and allows users to turn virtual pedal effects on or off with a simple tap of the foot, just like the real thing. Additionally, the iRig Blueboard has two 1/4″ inputs for adding expression effects like wah or volume control pedals.
Are you a guitarist? Can you recommend any "high-tech" gadgets to help new or veteran players? Let us know in the comments!
