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We live in a digital age. While we still use analog devices here and there,…
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Read MoreNoise Removal: Reducing Hiss, Clicks, Crackles, and More
One of the greatest challenges every engineer faces is unwanted noise. As we know from…
Read MoreStereo Microphone Techniques: 5 Ways to Record in Stereo
Not long ago we discussed how to achieve greater depth in your mix. To summarize,…
Read MoreDo You Need a Vocal Booth?
By now you probably know there’s no one way to record or mix anything. In…
Read More10 Things to know before entering a recording studio
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Read More5 Tips for Recording a Live Band in Studio
For several decades now, the recording process has typically been piece-meal. One instrument is tracked…
Read More5 Main Causes of Bad Recordings
If you have any experience with recording music you know just how much can go…
Read MoreWhat is Clipping? – Prevention & Creative Usage
As recording engineers or recording artists, there is a very high likelihood that you’ve encounter…
Read MoreWhich Sample Rate Should you be Using?
Sample rate, as you may have guessed, is the number of samples per second in a piece of digital audio. We measure this in Hz (or kHz) and it is used to determine the frequency range that you are able to record audio.
Read MoreUsing Real-World Sounds for a More Interesting Mix
We don’t have the written history to know this, but it seems likely that the…
Read MoreAnalog vs Digital Audio Recording: What’s the difference?
It has been a subject of debate amongst engineers whether analog tape recording is superior…
Read MoreHow to Record Rap Vocals – Tips for Rappers & Engineers
Many of you reading this have inevitably done some form of vocal recording before. It’s…
Read MoreAmp Modelers: How to Choose Your Amp Modeler
Whether we like it or not, we’re living in a digital age. While this has…
Read MoreReamping: 3 Reasons to use Reamp techniques
Reamping is a relatively simple recording technique that gives you options, saves time, and opens the door for new layers of sound. Learn how to Reamp here
Read MoreRecording Drums: 3 Tips to Record Big Sounding Drums
Those unfamiliar with the recording process probably take drums for granted. While it’s true the…
Read MoreWhat is Comping? And Why Every Engineer Should Use it
If you’re struggling to nail that perfect take, comping is a useful tool for ensuring the best possible outcome of several takes.
Read MoreProfessionally Record Vocals in 5 Simple Steps
One of the biggest challenges within the realm of professional audio recording is capturing a natural sounding…
Read More3 Tips for Setting Recording Levels
While recording, there are several factors to consider and get right. But what about before…
Read More3 Reasons to Use a Metronome
In music, just as in life, consistency matters. There may be times when improvisation, spontaneity,…
Read MoreMicrophone Types And Their Uses
In this article, we discuss the 3 most popular microphone types. We examine their strengths, weaknesses, and most common applications
Read More3 Steps for Making Your Acoustic Guitar Sound Full
No matter the genre you’re working with, there’s always room for some acoustic guitar. Acoustic guitar is a staple in rock, blues, country, and folk music.
Read MoreMixing WIDE: Using the Stereo Field
Achieving wideness and stereo depth in your mix can be frustrating. It’s by no means an easy feat. Using the stereo field to your advantage gives a mix life
Read MorePreamps: Choosing the right gear for the job
So you’ve decided to venture out into the recording world. You’ve picked up a shiny…
Read MoreHow to Choose your Audio Interface
In this article, we will guide you to finding an audio interface that meets your…
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