Here you will find helpful tips and advice in music production for both: hardware and software.
Most of us know that listening to loud music can damage our hearing. We’re also aware of the devastating consequences of hearing loss on our lives. Yet only a few dare ask the most critical question: Can headphones cause hearing loss? Research by World Health Organization tells us that the unsafe use of headphones can …
In today’s post, we’ll explore the differences between Preamp and Master volumes and how they relate to each other. So what’s the real difference between preamp volume and master volume? The difference is that preamp means input, and master means output. When you turn up the preamp volume, you affect the signal before all other effects you …
Preamp Volume VS. Master Volume – What’s The Difference? Read More »
All synths, irrespective of their brands, consist of a handful of essential components that work together to create a sound. These components include an oscillator to generate waveform and alter its pitch, an amplifier to control the signal volume, a modulator to produce effects, and a filter to change the timbre by carving out specific …
How Do Analog Synths Work? – Oscillators, Filters & Envelopes Explained Read More »
A lot of music producers are struggling with how to maximize the loudness of their music without clipping or distorting. Well, If your knowledge limits you, you are in the right place. But how can I make my sound louder without distorting it? Mixing in mono, using various compressors like multiband, Opto, Vari-Mu, VCA can …
11 Tips On How To Maximize The Loudness Without Clipping Or Distorting Read More »
Reaper is specifically designed to be a cheaper and more lightweight DAW that is able to support most plugins without any issues. There is a ton of DAWs out there and their uses vary from user to user. This wide variety of choices often leaves starters confused as to which software should they use. We …
What’s The Most CPU Efficient DAW? – 5 DAWs Compared Read More »
Nearly every picture of an artist in a studio room features a pop filter. Make no mistake, it is not a coincidence, a pop filter is just that important. We listen to music every day and appreciate the clear voice of our favorite artists but little did we know that a pop filter had a …
Understanding how VSTs are made will provide you with insights on how you can make your own VST plugins. Virtual studio technology (VST) is an audio plug-in software interface that integrates a software synthesizer and effects into digital audio workstations. It uses digital signal processing to simulate a traditional recording studio’s hardware in software. There …
What Are The Best Tools To Develop VST Plugins & How Are They Made? Read More »
Whether you want to record or listen to music, you want the best possible audio. There are multiple audio formats available, but they’re not all equal. What is the highest quality audio format? The audio format with the best quality is WAV. Other lossless formats, such as FLAC and AIFF, also make good options. However, …
What Are The Best Audio Format File Types? WAV vs MP3 vs AAC vs AIFF Read More »
Apart from being a trendy audio editor, Audacity is a very capable workstation aimed at those looking for open-source, free audio software. Its cross-platform nature makes it a genuinely accessible tool, compatible with LADSPA, Nyquist, VST, and Audio Unit plugins. The software is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, and most UNIX-based operating systems. But how …
High volumes for long periods, overheating, driver malfunctions, and miss treating your speakers will all cause your speakers to become blown. You may be hearing rattling, or from a tweeter, you may hear a humming/buzzing sound – well this would be a good indication that your speakers are damaged. How Do I Damage A Studio …
How Do I know If My Studio Monitor Is Blown? (How To Fix & Avoid That) Read More »
