Why Reverb Is Often the Most Difficult Effect to Utilize

In the modern world of digital audio workstations and software-based recording, we have access to all sorts of plugins that provide the effects we need to make music come alive. Among those effects is reverb. Experienced producers know that reverb can make or break a song. But they also know that reverb is often…

Music Producer or an Audio Engineer? What’s the difference? It’s no secret that the music industry is highly competitive. Artists are releasing great music every day, and it can be a challenge to stand out from the rest. Suppose your song doesn’t instantly connect with the listener. In that case, your music is likely…

Home studio recording has come a long way in the last 25 years. Thanks to modern computers and digital software, just about anyone can set up a decent recording studio at home. But here’s the thing: your home studio may not be the best place to produce those demos you hope will land you…

Recording vocals isn’t an easy job, especially if you are a musician that is trying to record your music at home. Are you getting frustrated because you feel like the recordings aren’t turning out how you thought they would? It might feel like there is no hope that you could ever sound as good…

A song is a bunch of elements composed in a specific way that creates what music we may love or may not. You can think of it as a cake, it has several layers, different ingredients and it has to be baked the right amount of time. You may be haven’t noticed, but you…

Suppose you’re trying to decide whether or not to invest in drumming software vs. a live, session drummer for your next recording. In that case, the decision can quickly become complicated and confusing. The solution to knowing which is suitable for you lies in understanding that each recording situation is unique. There isn’t one…

Home recording studio setup is such a daunting task. It requires proper planning, research, and nights of preparation, doesn’t it? No, it does not. Welcome to the digital age. Getting started with making music is now easier than ever and affordable too. All you need is a few essentials and you can get started…

Whether you’re a music professional, a music enthusiast who is taking music lessons, or playing an instrument in your free time, it pays to know how it all started – when the first rhythm was made, and what shaped music the way we know it today. Let’s start with prehistoric music first… Prehistoric Music…

Regardless of genre, there is no overstating the importance of having well-mixed vocals in a song. For many listeners, a song’s lyrics are the element they most strongly identify with and listen for. For that reason, making sure your vocal tracks maintain their presence and clarity in the overall mix should always be one…

When monitoring your latest mixes, we believe that a set of the best studio headphones should always be present. Any good music producer will tell you that they monitor with whatever system they can get their hands on, whether it’s a pair of studio monitors, a Bluetooth speaker, or even a vehicle radio. And,…