Music, a universal language that transcends boundaries,has a profound brain function and development. For children, engaging in musical activities fosters skills such as critical thinking, focus & discipline, emotional regulation, improved cognitive function, and social confidence. Let's explore the multifaceted benefits of learning music for child development.has a profound brain function and development. For children, engaging in musical activities fosters skills such as critical thinking, focus & discipline, emotional regulation, improved cognitive function, and social confidence ..read more

In this article "10 Best Home Studio Recording Interfaces In 2023", we list 10 great options to get your home recording studio off the ground. We are focusing on entry-level units, as well as a few step-up interfaces,  with affordability and ease of setup and use in mind. If you're looking to spend thousands on high-end rack gear, this is not the article you're looking for.  Having the right audio interface can make all the difference in capturing that perfect sound. Among the myriad of choices available, some brands have consistently stood out for their reliability, performan ..read more

In this economy money can be tight and if you are searching for a new guitar you may be on a budget. Maybe you are looking to buy your child their first instrument to start learning on and don't know where to start with the myriad of options available. Well let us at Yandas Music help you out. Here is our list of 10 outstanding Acoustic guitars for under $500! All of these guitars are obviously budget friendly, but more importantly they are all quality instruments. Unlike a lot of the junk you can find on amazon, these are the real deal. Let's see what gems we might see! Gretsch Jim Dandy | $1 ..read more

  10 Best Electric Guitars Under $500  There is no better gift to put under a tree than a brand new electric guitar. Here the 10 Best options for under $500 heading into the 2023 holiday season. Let's start this list off with the lowest priced options and work our way to the $500 price point.. There are some staples on this list that we see every year, but there are also some hidden gems that you may not be aware of. All of these are great options for a first guitar, Christmas gift, or as an extra axe to add to your collection.   Ibanez GRX70QA  |  $199 - $249  &n ..read more

Drive pedal stacking is a loaded subject. There a sooo many different options and paths available to get to that ultimate tone. The goal of this article is to do three things... Understand how stacking gain pedals by providing tonal variety and  saves you money in the process. Experiment with the order you stack your pedals in. Understand how gain pedals differ from each other, and why owning more than one is necessary. So Let's get driving!  Not sure what drive pedals to put on your board? We got you! check our article "The 10 Best Overdrive Pedals To Purchase In 2023" 1 ..read more

This is by far the hardest list to do. There are thousands of drive pedals on the current market an almost as many great pedal builders. To only choose ten of those is a tall order, an none of you are going to agree with my list but here we go! Like all my other "10 best" lists all of these are currently available on the market to purchase, so no vintage, rare or discontinued pedals. And again I will also include a brief description and reasoning as to why I choose each pedal. Enjoy!   10. Conspiracy Theory Price: $149.99 Buy It Here   We can all take a guess at what consp ..read more

Mesa/Boogie recently unleashed the long awaited Mark VII, but is it any good? How is the Mark VII different from the Mark V? Does it sound Better? Does it chug better? Does it go to 11!?! Does it have a built in espresso machine? We put both amps side by side and ran them through their paces. Read on for the results. *Spoiler alert: They are both awesome! The Modes  Mark V Channel 1: Clean, Fat, Tweed Channel 2: Edge, Crunch, Mark I™ Channel 3: Mark IIC+™, Mark IV™, Extreme Mark VII Channel 1: Clean, Fat & Crunch. Channel 2: Fat, Crunch & Mark VII. Channel 3: Mark IIB™, Mark ..read more

If you’re looking for an in-ear monitoring system but don’t know where to start, Yanda’s Music is here to help! We can provide all the tools you need to perform at the highest level. A word to the wise: Only use in ear monitors if you are comfortable enough with yourself to realize your musical inadequacies. They don’t lie! Yandas carries a variety of different Shure in-ear and over-the-ear monitors. When a lower profile is needed for onstage performances, the Shure SE112, 215, 435, 535, or 846 earphones are reliable companions in any environment, but their differences can be confusing. Differ ..read more

Let's dive into the world of "Modulation" pedals and explore what they have to offer. In this list, we'll be covering Chorus, Vibrato, Phaser, Flanger, and Tremolo pedals. If you're unfamiliar with these terms, don't worry—we'll explain them later. Similar to my previous "10 best" lists, all the pedals mentioned here are readily available on the market, so you won't find any vintage, rare, or discontinued models. As always, I'll provide a brief description and reasoning for choosing each pedal. Enjoy the ride!    10. MXR Micro Chorus Starting at $119.99 The MXR Micro Chorus, a remark ..read more

Attention all music enthusiasts and guitar aficionados! Get ready to embark on a journey into the world of the extraordinary with the introduction of the new Squier Paranormal series. Designed to push boundaries and challenge conventions, this innovative lineup of guitars pays homage to the quirky and mysterious instruments of the past, while embracing modern playability and tone. Brace yourself for an otherworldly experience as we dive into the intriguing world of the Squier Paranormal series. Embracing the Ghosts of the Past: The Squier Paranormal series draws inspiration from the vinta ..read more