Mixing Piano: 10 Steps to a Mind-Blowing Tone
May 9, 2018
Piano is tough to get right. It’s got the greatest range of any instrument, making it more complicated than most. By the end of this
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Mixing Drums: How to Get Outstanding Drum Sounds
May 2, 2018
The drums are the foundation of a song. They’re one of the easiest ways to tell a pro mix from an amateur one. Today we’re
Audio Terms: EVERY Term DIY Musicians Need to Know
April 25, 2018
When you’re first starting to learn to record and mix your own music, one of the HARDEST parts is something that would seem the most
PreSonus Faderport: Should You Buy It?
April 18, 2018
Since the 80’s, computers have slowly taken over the recording scene. Gone are the days of massive consoles and control rooms. Now, any musician can
Vocal Reverb and Delay: The Secrets to a Perfect Mix
April 14, 2018
Here’s something we all know: The vocals are the hardest thing to mix. That’s because they are so important. The entire song is built around
Mix Bus Compression: 6 Mistakes That’ll Wreck Your Mix
March 28, 2018
One of the tricks pro mixers use to “glue” their tracks together is mix bus compression. It’s frequently used, but rarely done right. A well-tuned
Mixing Acoustic Guitar: How to Get Professional Tones
March 7, 2018
It’s hard to think of a more foundational instrument in modern music than the acoustic guitar. So many songs are written on the acoustic guitar,
How to Use EQ: 10 Amazing Tips for a Professional Mix
March 1, 2018
You might not know this, but there is a right and a wrong way to approach EQ. EQ can be daunting at first. I can
The Different Types of Microphones: Home Studio Essentials
February 16, 2018
Using the right microphone for the job is vital if you want your music to sound radio-ready. But choosing a microphone can be confusing. Especially
How to Master a Song at Home (in 14 Easy Steps)
February 7, 2018
Mastering. I refer to it as “The Great Mystery of Audio.” For years, I knew it existed, I knew it was important… …but I had
