I specialize in finger-style acoustic guitar having crossed a million streams for my acoustic instrumentals. You can refer my work on all major streaming platforms. My work has been featured in the following editorial playlists on Spotify- Calming acoustic, Sweater weather instrumentals, Fireside Acoustic, Cozy Acoustic Morning, mañana tranquila.
As an avid music enthusiast and a gear nerd, I have spent years practicing and mastering techniques that bring out the best from an acoustic guitar. Fingerstyle is my main area of expertise and I am comfortable with composing music. I wish my work creates a lasting impression to whoever listens to it.
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Interview with Anshul Karn
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I plan to launch my own line of acoustic guitars someday, that's the dream.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Martin OM 42, Martin vintage 5-18, Martin D 45, Martin 17 series Vintage, Pepe Romero Replica Ukulele
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: John Mayer, Andy McKee, Mateus Asato and Tommy Emmanuel
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Whatever helps me get the right sound. When I talk about guitar effects, digital has come a long way. There was a time when digital could replicate maybe 80% of the analog sound but none of the feel. Today, were 95% there in both sound and feel. Plus digital = Affordability = better availability and adoption across players of different economic backgrounds
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: A different perspective, having learnt backwards with instrument first and theory later, I'm wired towards exploring by default rather than working within a set construct. I bring a fresh and unique perspective, my sound samples will demonstrate the same.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I take my time to ensure the best work is put out there, if required to compose I'm comfortable spending anywhere between a week to a month to get the perfect notes out there.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: My main guitar is an all mahogany Martin Dreadnaught. The wood makes up for its pristine clear notes, overtones and exceptional clarity. I also use a Martin dreadnaught - Sitka spruce topped guitar for clients looking for a heavy Low end sound. I mic all my guitars through an SM 57 running into a Scarlett 2i2 audio interface. I monitor my tracks through Yamaha HS8 studio monitors and Sennheiser HD650 Headphones.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Acoustic guitar tracks, particularly fingerstyle related work.
I was the Guitar Player in this production
- Acoustic GuitarContact for pricing
- Electric GuitarContact for pricing
- John Mayer
- Andy McKee
- Tommy Emmanuel
- Martin DC15ME (all Mahogany acoustic guitar)
- Martin DX1KAE( Spruce top Guitar)
- Fractal Audio FM3
- PRS SE Custom 24
- Samick Stratocaster
- Shure SM-57 mic
- Yamaha HS 8 Studio Monitors
- Scarlett 2i2
- Pearl Cajon
- Yamaha Keyboard
- My new acoustic instrumental song - "Hope" released in November 2021Nov 16, 2021
Hear the fingerstyle arrangement as I explore the fine balance between the higher strings providing a vocal like melody to the bass strings emphasising the notes in the lower register. The song aims to bring hope to people who are going through a tough phase in life, a constant reminder that the universe will work its magic to change things for you. Happy Listening :)
Listen to Hope
