If you want to get started with making your own beats, you’re in the right place! When one is a newbie at this, it is a challenge to find the right kind of equipment. But enough experience (with a little trial and error thrown in) can be able to help you find the best equipment … Read more
Do you know the difference between a gate and a limiter? If not, we’ll explain what they are shortly. There is plenty of equipment that gets used with music production. You may not be a sound engineer by trade. By the time you’re finished reading this, you’ll know why gates and limiters are useful. One … Read more
Thinking of finally recording that sick guitar line you came up with last weekend? You may be surprised to learn how challenging it can be to create a great quality recording of your guitar. Fear not, this guide will show you how to create semi-professional sounding recordings from the comfort of your home. We will … Read more
A patch bay allows you to modify the signal flow between devices in your studio without getting behind all of your gear and unplugging and replugging wires. Patch bays not only save that trouble, but they also reduce wear and tear on your equipment’s jacks. There are two types of patch bays: audio patch bays … Read more
Whether you are an engineer, client, or producer, knowing how to organize your session can not make you look professional, it can also save everybody time and money. I know it’s not the most exciting of jobs, but it is an essential one. An unorganized session (significantly larger ones with 100+ tracks) with no track … Read more
Your ears are your most important tool as a musician. Some people possess a special gift where they can instantly pick up the right notes. They hear a song a couple of times before they start to play it on their instrument. It’s an amazing talent, but not everybody has it. Fortunately, it is possible … Read more
Whether you’re recording music and podcasts or you just enjoy the serenity of soundproof rooms, you should always make sure that your door is also soundproof. After all, the door is usually the largest hole in the room and leaks a lot of sounds from outside. If you want to know how to soundproof a … Read more
As musicians or music addicts, it’s hard not to fall in love with the unique sound of the ‘50s. Thanks to the introduction of electric guitars, electric bass guitars, and other instruments, the ‘50s have defined music in their own way. Thus, it’s natural to be curious about how artists like Elvis Presley or Chuck … Read more
The fast tempo, distorted and captivating riffs, dominant power chords, and shouted vocals are some of the most common traits of punk music. To be a punk lover means that rules don’t restrain you, and you can get creative without abiding by constraints. But what about recording punk music? Are there some punk recording techniques … Read more
Have you ever tried to create a recording only to discover the sound is scratchy and uneven? You’ll probably catch hints of external noises, not to mention echoes inside the room. All that clamor prevents you from creating top-notch recordings. The best way around this problem is to use a vocal booth. Many of us … Read more
