If you’ve been thinking about creating music, recording your voice, or streaming, you might have stumbled upon the question: Why do I need an audio interface? It’s a fair question! At its core, an audio interface is a vital tool that bridges the gap between your computer and the professional audio quality you want. Let’s […]
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When setting up a recording studio, whether it’s a home setup or professional, knowing the difference between shielded vs. non-shielded audio cables can make all the difference in sound quality. Each type has its purpose, benefits, and downsides, and understanding these details helps you choose the best cables for the job. In this article, we’ll
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Ever wondered why your audio recordings sometimes sound harsh, distorted, or just entirely unpleasant? You might be dealing with a common problem in music production called clipping or peaking. In this guide to Gain Staging 101, we’ll break down what gain staging is, why it matters, and how you can prevent your audio from clipping
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***This post contains affiliate links. This means if you make any purchases using the hyperlinks below I may earn a commission, at no cost to you. Thank you for your support! When it comes to capturing high-quality sound in music production, the preamp is one of the most crucial tools you can use. But what
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***This post contains affiliate links. This means if you make any purchases using the hyperlinks below I may earn a commission, at no cost to you. Thank you for your support! Gain and volume knobs. they’re similar but different right? Well when I was researching content ideas for posts I stumbled across a post on
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What’s up everyone! Zach with another post. If you’re new to producing or mixing music, you’ve probably heard the term sidechaining tossed around, but what exactly does it mean? At its core, sidechaining in music is a production technique used to control how one sound interacts with another. While that may sound simple, when used
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When it comes to recording bass guitar, using direct injection (DI) is a game-changer. It’s one of the most efficient and reliable ways to capture a clear, powerful, and defined bass tone, whether in a studio or live performance. But what exactly does direct injection mean for bass guitar, and why is it such an
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***This post contains affiliate links. This means if you make any purchases using the hyperlinks below I may earn a commission, at no cost to you. Thank you for your support! Hey everyone! Zach with another blog post! I can vividly remember getting my first amp and thinking “What do all these knobs even do?”.
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In today’s post, we are going to talk about compression, what compression does and the common controls you will see on both analogue and digital compressors. In the conclusion of this article I have a FREE gift for you so make sure to read the whole thing! Or skip to the bottom like a chad.
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What’s up everyone, Zach with another blog post! It may seem like overkill to do a deep dive on MIDI but its such a foundational technology to what we do its important to know what it is and what it isn’t. I have some helpful links placed throughout the post so keep an eye out
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