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Recording & Mastering

The Disc Makers Blog features studio and recording tips that offer insight on acoustics, microphones, producing, gear, plug ins, and everything in between.

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How to Produce Music

September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 Philip Kinsher

Want to translate inspiration into a quality recording? Here are six things to consider when learning how to produce music in a home studio. Read the post.

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What is Bedroom Pop?

September 20, 2023September 20, 2023 Philip Kinsher

Bedroom pop’s signature sound includes soft vocals and moving melodies that capture listeners. Learn more about the history and components of bedroom pop. Read the post.

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How to Sample Music

August 22, 2023August 22, 2023 Philip Kinsher

Learn techniques, tools, and legal considerations for using and creating unique, captivating, and legal music samples. Read the post.

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Digital vs. Analog Audio Quality: Which is Better?

August 20, 2023August 21, 2023 Philip Kinsher

Despite the adoption of digital audio recording and playback, there are numerous listeners who prefer vinyl records and old-school analog equipment. Read the post.

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6 Music Production Tips to Make Great Music

August 16, 2023August 18, 2023 Philip Kinsher

These expert music production tips and techniques will enhance your recordings and expand your production skills. Read the post.

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What is Audio Bitrate, and How Does it Impact Audio Quality?

July 24, 2023August 1, 2023 Chris Huff

Do you want to know how you can have the best sound quality? Read to learn about audio bitrate and its importance in determining sound quality. Read the post.

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How to Use GarageBand in 5 Steps

July 20, 2023July 21, 2023 Philip Kinsher

GarageBand is a great tool for recording music, but where do you start? We’ve got tips to using GarageBand so you can start your music journey today! Read the post.

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How to Make an Album: The Beginner’s Guide

June 12, 2023June 29, 2023 Scott McCormick

There are a lot of elements that go into making an album. Read on to learn more about music production from start to finish with Disc Makers. Read the post.

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Is a music plug-in subscription right for you?

May 11, 2023June 29, 2023 Michael Gallant

Virtual instruments, studio effects, and a vast variety of digital tools are becoming available on a subscription basis. Here’s how to figure out what’s right for you. Read the post.

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Why every indie artist should record a solo album

April 25, 2023April 26, 2023 Michael Gallant

Recording a solo album can expose weaknesses and push your limits — which are two great reasons to give it a try. Read the post.

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Avoid these common mistakes to get the most from audio mastering

February 15, 2023February 15, 2023 Brian Lipski

Supplying audio files in compressed formats or applying heavy limiting or compression during mix down can compromise your master and negatively impact your audio mastering results. Read the post.

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Acoustics and your home recording studio

January 24, 2023May 12, 2023 Andre Calilhanna

Finding the early reflection points in your home recording studio can go a long way to improving the acoustics in your rooms. Read the post.

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Choosing the right microphone to elevate your productions

January 18, 2023January 19, 2023 Michael Gallant

Mic selection can help shape the color, mood, and impact of your next song. Here’s advice on how to choose microphones that best fit your music. Read the post.

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Avoid overproducing your music

December 28, 2022December 28, 2022 Michael Gallant

If you’re not paying attention, it’s easy to go overboard editing, processing, and tweaking your recordings-in-progress. Here’s some advice on how to make your productions sound their best — and knowing when to stop. Read the post.

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Making the most of your home studio space

December 23, 2022December 23, 2022 Andre Calilhanna

These simple tips can help you create a home studio space that’s efficient, productive and inspiring — especially if you’re limited by the size of your space. Read the post.

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