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Mixing Punchy Drums for Rock and Metal

Punchy drums play a HUGE role in rock and metal music. But it’s easy to get overwhelmed when it comes to the mixing p...

August 26, 2021

Vocals

Your Vocals are TOO LOUD (Amateur Mix Fix)

Today we've got another mix trick for you. This will help with one of the most common mix issues with amateur mixes -...

May 22, 2021

Compression, Mastering, Mixing, Software

True Peak Meter: What it is and How to Use it

Not using a true peak meter? Your songs are probably clipping without you realizing it. This guide to true peak me...

May 20, 2021

Synthesizers

Additive Synthesis 101

Looking to hook your listeners with fresh and exciting new synth sounds? Today, we're going to be looking at Additive...

May 14, 2021

Gear, Mixing, Software, Synthesizers, Vocals

Pitch Shifter: What It Is and How to Use It

A pitch shifter is not just a corrective tool, which is what it started as. Producers are getting creative with it...

May 25, 2021

Acoustics, Effects, Mixing, Reverb

Convolution Reverb: What it is and How to Use it

Need realistic reverb for your mixes? Convolution reverb may be the trick. Today you’ll learn what convolution rev...

May 25, 2021

Mastering, Mixing

Spotify LUFS: How Loud Should Your Songs Be?

Want to make sure your music sounds terrific on Spotify? Today you’ll learn how Spotify adjusts the volume of your...

May 25, 2021

Business

How to Release an Album: Key Tips for Independent Musicians

Releasing an album is a big deal. It’s a lot of work and requires planning. But it’s totally worth it. And totally...

May 25, 2021

Editing, Effects, Gear, Mixing, Software, Vocals, Voice Recording

How to Use Melodyne: Pitch Correction 101

If you want to make pro music, you can’t have out-of-tune vocals. Messy vocals sound amateur, like you didn’t try har...

May 25, 2021

Gear, Recording Technique, Vocals, Voice Recording

Shure SM57 Review: The Workhorse of Pro Audio

Walk into any professional recording studio and you’ll probably see a Shure SM57. In fact, I can almost guarantee ...

August 12, 2021

Our Blog Posts

Mixing Punchy Drums for Rock and Metal

Your Vocals are TOO LOUD (Amateur Mix Fix)

True Peak Meter: What it is and How to Use it

Additive Synthesis 101

Pitch Shifter: What It Is and How to Use It

Convolution Reverb: What it is and How to Use it

Spotify LUFS: How Loud Should Your Songs Be?

How to Release an Album: Key Tips for Independent Musicians

How to Use Melodyne: Pitch Correction 101

Shure SM57 Review: The Workhorse of Pro Audio

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