Content Creation for Consumers is Easier Than Ever | #222

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With technology progressing at such a quick pace it's getting easier for creators to produce content. This year at NAMM 2020 we discuss how the advancements of technology have made it so affordable to make music, and how companies are able to produce quality products at an affordable price, with Tech Expert, Mike Castanon. Whether we notice it or not the NAMM show has changed the way we live our lives from the way we entertain ourselves with music, to the way we set up our homes and more! Former President and CEO of Roland Corporation U.S. and past Chairman of NAMM, Dennis Houlihan, shares the history of NAMM, including how NAMM was started in New York by piano makers wanting to raise the ethical bar for the piano industry. Then, Global Product Line Manager, Scott Wood, tells us about the capabilities of their awesome new 24 channel mixer. Closing out the show, Audio and Tech Writer for Sound Stage! Solo, The Wirecutter, and Jazz Times, Brent Butterworth, explains why he immediately bought a pair of AKG K371 headphones after testing out a pair. Tune in to hear more about NAMM 2020.

• [00:00:00] Musical Equipment Quality and Quantity
• [00:06:46] Creating Music has Never Been Easier
• [00:12:31] The History of the Renowned NAMM Show
• [00:19:53] How has NAMM Impacted Daily Lives?
• [00:27:50] Soundcraft Shows Off 24 Channel Mixer
• [00:35:53] AKG Makes Amazing Affordable Headphones