Christopher Horton
Co-Founder & Editor | ELECTRIKJAM
Chris Horton’s Latest Posts
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Melvins “Tarantula Heart” Review: A Sonic Foray 4 Decades & Counting!
The Melvins Tarantula Heart is an album that was not exactly planned, and that might be for the better! Today we explore an unconventional album from a legendary band. Melvins Tarantula Heart: An Album… With A Twist? At this point, a band like the Melvins are literally their own genre. If you play guitar in…
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AI Mastering: Why It Isn’t Worth It…
It seems like AI Mastering options are everywhere these days. Today we take a look at why it doesn’t replace a human. AI Mastering: Plugins Galore… Audio mastering is the most important step in recording and producing music. It often gets looked over, and that is because mastering is hard and takes time to learn.…
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Squier Contemporary Telecaster Review: The Metal Monster
The Squier Contemporary Telecaster is another great addition to the Contemporary Series made to shred. Here’s my full review of this exceptionally well priced budget shredder Pros Modern features and design not typically offered by Fender outside the Jim Root models. Fender Modern style bridge for easy intonation and string height adjustments. Durable construction with…
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Pro Tools 101: Everything You Need To Know [2024]
When it comes to DAWs, it would be impossible to talk about digital recording without talking about Pro Tools. Designed by Avid to be the industry standard, the DAW has come a long way and today we are going to explore every feature that makes it unique. [/snippet] Hardware & Peripherals Pro Tools began by…
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FL Studio 101: Everything You Need To Know In 2024
FL Studio used to go by “Fruity Loops” as I am sure many people remember. But as the DAW landscape changed, so did Image Line’s #1 product. Today we go over the entirety of FL Studio, and look at the standout features.
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Ableton Live 101: What You Need To Know [2024]
Ableton Live is used by many producers in a wide span of genres as a primary DAW. Ableton Live can be used in a ton of different ways as both a stand-alone studio, as well as an on-stage assistant. Here’s everything you need to know…
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Logic Pro 101: What You Need To Know in 2024
When it comes to powerhouse DAWs, Logic Pro is in a category all by itself. But what is Logic Pro, and how does it work? Today we take look at the features, and break down Apple’s DAW in a comprehensive article. Logic Pro: Apple’s Famous DAW… When it comes to professional music production, Logic has…
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ReValver 5 Review: The Underdog Amp Sim?
ReValver 5 is now powered by HeadRush, a product we recommend often. But how does it hold up to other amp sim programs for your home studio?
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sleepmakeswaves: “It’s Here, But I Have No Names For It” Album Review
That’s right, sleepmakeswaves, the Australian post-rock band from the Myspace Era is not only still going strong, but also evolving. sleepmakeswaves: Back Again… The post-rock outfit sleepmakeswaves has been around since 2006, making some very interesting soundscapes. I have always had a soft spot for instrumental music, being a performer myself. But the thing about…
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BOSS Katana Sneaky Amps: What You Need To Know
The BOSS Katana Sneaky Amps feature sounded like a myth, or an urban legend when I first heard of it. But it’s real, and today we will show you how to expand your Katana’s tones! BOSS Katana Sneaky Amps: Where Did This Come From? We have given a lot of love to the BOSS Katana…
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Line 6 POD Express Review: The Ultimate FX Pedal?
The new Line 6 POD Express is a return to form for the company, offering HX guitar tones in a pedal-sized platform. But how does it compare to the Helix? Line 6 POD Express: Looking At The Past… The Line 6 POD Express is the newest unit to utilize the Helix technology, after products like…
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BOSS Katana GO Review: The Best Practice Tool?
The BOSS Katana GO just hit the market, and we have a lot to talk about. Can a portable version of the best-selling guitar amp meet our standards? The Katana GO: A Rich Legacy The BOSS Katana is one of the best-selling guitar amps of all time. Everyone from beginners to seasoned pros have become…
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Line 6 Guitar Effects: A Complete N00b’s Guide [2024]
Line 6 effects have been around a long time. Today, we help you make an informed purchase, and get the most out of your Line 6 guitar equipment. Why Should I Use Line 6? Line 6 products can be a powerful tool for any guitarist. Digital Modeling technology has really taken over when it comes…
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Are Ernie Ball Paradigm Strings Worth It? Here’s The Deal…
Longer life, better corrosion resistance, and enhanced tone over standard Slinkys. These are the claims made about Ernie Ball Paradigm strings. But do they stack up in real life? Ernie Ball Paradigm strings promise longer life, better corrosion resistance, and enhanced tone over standard Slinkys. As someone that is an Ernie Ball lifer (they’re all…
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Iconic Guitars Reorganization: Layoffs Due To Many Factors…
The Iconic Guitars reorganization stems from several different issues, but it is not the guitars that’s the problem. BC Rich has quite a hand in this, and it is quite unfair. Today we dig into the facts. Iconic Guitars Reorganization: What’s The Deal? Iconic Guitars is a brand that started making waves about 2 years…