How To Record Vocals at Home
When inspiration strikes, it’s not always feasible (or affordable) to book time at your nearest recording studio and lay down some gold-plated vocals. But if you’ve invested the time and […]
Home Studio
The Disc Makers Blog offers home studio and recording tips with insight on acoustics, microphones, producing, gear, plug ins, and everything in between.
How to Produce Music
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.
How to Use GarageBand in 5 Steps
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.
Acoustics and your home recording studio
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.
Making the most of your home studio space
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.
Preparing your audio master for manufacturing
Adapted from our “Making A Great Master” guide, here are tips for preparing and uploading your audio master when you’re ready to make CDs. Read the post.
How To Produce a Vocal Session (When You’re Also the Singer)
Singing and producing at the same time creates a unique set of challenges. It can also offer freedom and a work-flow that’s all yours. Read the post.
Nine mic placements to record a snare drum in your home studio
Getting a quality drum recording in your home studio requires a space with proper acoustics and mics that are up to the task — and your mic placement goes a long way when you record a snare drum. Read the post.
The beginner music producer’s checklist
Are you a songwriter ready to record your songs but not exactly sure how to go from song idea to music producer? These ideas will get you started. Read the post.
Recording acoustic guitar: Experiment with mic placement
The mics you use on any instrument in your home studio recording are a major variable in how your recording will sound, but mic placement is a big part of capturing the best tone for your recording. Read the post
Thinking about building a home recording studio? Answer these questions first.
Thinking of putting a home recording studio together? Here are five things to consider before you start investing in materials and gear. Read the post.
Ear fatigue: Know the signs, avoid mistakes
Recognize the signs and control your activities before, during, and after a studio session to minimize ear fatigue and get your best results from your recording. Read the post.
Recording saxophone and reed instruments — tips from a veteran producer
So much about recording saxophone and other reed instruments depends on the player, the room, the mics, the style of play, and how the track fits into the song overall. Here are some recording tips from a veteran producer. Read the post.
Recording bass guitar — Tips from a veteran producer
Producer/engineer/studio owner Jon Marc Weiss discusses mics, mic placement, and different techniques for recording a great bass tone for every music genre. Read the post.
Piano miking techniques for the studio and stage
Producer/engineer/studio owner Jon Marc Weiss discusses piano miking techniques on different instruments in different settings to get the tone you need for the situation. Read the post.