MIDI is a communications protocol for connecting audio devices. It’s also one of the most widely used music-making tools and the core of every production software setup. Today, we’ll answer what MIDI is and how to use it, as well as break down MIDI terms, devices, and setups. Learning more about MIDI will help you [...]

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Learning how to write a song is one of the most rewarding things you can do as a musician. As a songwriter, the buzz of creating something from nothing is a feeling you can’t get from playing other people’s music. However, writing songs for the first time can be daunting. So today, we’re breaking down [...]

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Getting the right tonal balance is one of the hardest aspects of mixing a piece of music. Tonal Balance in Mixing Balance: the holy grail of life, the secret of not falling over, and the key to great chocolate brownies! In our daily lives, balance is everything. Likewise, a good tonal balance makes an awesome [...]

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A de-esser is an essential tool for mixing vocal recordings. Let’s explore how using a de-esser can fix unwanted sibilance in a vocal. If you’ve ever recorded or mixed vocals, you’ve probably encountered the sibilance problem. And as we previously discussed, getting a good-sounding vocal is crucial when mixing a song. What is Sibilance? Sibilance [...]

View post: What Is a De-Esser and How to Use It On Your Vocal

Learning how to record an electric guitar at home gives you complete control over your music and can save you a lot of money. Some people simply don’t have the cash to book professional studio time. Nevertheless, it’s a unique skill that requires dedication and time to learn how to get good results.  If you [...]

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Plenty of great products on the market now allow you to record vocals at home. What exactly is the process of getting great results when recording vocals from a home studio, though? This article will run through the most important vocal recording tips and tricks to get you on the right track to studio-quality vocal [...]

View post: How to Record Vocals at Home: 7 Tips for Recording Vocals Like a Pro

If you want to make money as a sound designer, learning how to sell sample packs is essential. When I initially ventured into the business of selling samples, I was completely clueless. It took me several years of dedicated learning to grasp the various business models within this domain.  In this article, I intend to [...]

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Let’s explore how mix prep can speed up your mixing process. Here’s how you can get your song ready for mixing. Mixing music is so cool that it is tempting to dive straight in and ride those faders, sculpt your signature tones, and slam that loudness limiter – it will be okay, right? Well, maybe, [...]

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We’re in the golden age of music production at home, so it’s easier than ever to start making your own beats on a computer. But as a beginner music producer, learning how to make beats can be confusing. Today we’ll do a quick outline of how to make a beat from start to finish. So, [...]

View post: How To Make Beats: A Beat Making Guide For Beginners

Mixing guitars is such a deep topic that there’s always something new you can learn to help get bigger, phatter guitar tracks. Our guitar mixing tutorial will help you get the guitar sound in your head out into the mix quickly and efficiently. #1 Pan first, detailed guitar mix work last One excellent tip for [...]

View post: Mixing Guitars: 10 Tips For A Perfect Guitar Mix

If you’ve read our complete guide to mixing music, here’s a bonus set of quick and actionable mixing tips you can incorporate into your music production workflow. There is a learning curve that most home studio mix engineers follow. Essential Mixing Tips For Your Home Studio It starts with the idea of mixing a song – [...]

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Audio compression is one of the basic building blocks of audio mixing and music production, so learning the details of mixing with a compressor is essential. Today we will outline tips on how to use a compressor, starting with audio compression basics and moving on to some special uses and considerations. How does compression work [...]

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