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Author: Robert Willey

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Music production basics – Part 2: audio compression and panning

December 2, 2015March 28, 2016 Robert Willey

One way to control the amplitude of a signal is by running it through a compressor, which turns down the volume each time the signal gets louder than a preset threshold. Understanding the functions of compression and panning are part of music production basics and will help you in the recording and mixing phases of your project. Read more.

Music production basics – Part 1: amplitude and automation

November 24, 2015November 30, 2015 Robert Willey

music production basicsControlling volume is one of the most important elements in audio production. Understanding amplitude, volume, normalization, and automation are all part of music production basics and will help you in the recording and mixing phases of your project. Read more.

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