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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.

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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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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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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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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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Preparing your audio master for manufacturing

December 13, 2022December 23, 2022 Andre Calilhanna

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.

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How to produce a vocal session (when you’re also the singer)

October 18, 2022October 19, 2022 Michael Gallant

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.

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Nine mic placements to record a snare drum in your home studio

May 26, 2022May 27, 2022 Dan Gonzalez

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.

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The beginner music producer’s checklist

March 1, 2022November 30, 2022 Mark Bacino

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.

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Recording acoustic guitar: Experiment with mic placement

September 7, 2021September 8, 2021 Keith Hatschek

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

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Thinking about building a home recording studio? Answer these questions first.

July 16, 2021October 13, 2021 Keith Hatschek

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.

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Ear fatigue: Know the signs, avoid mistakes

December 8, 2020December 8, 2020 Andre Calilhanna

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.

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Recording saxophone and reed instruments — tips from a veteran producer

October 23, 2020August 2, 2022 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

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.

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Recording bass guitar — Tips from a veteran producer

October 8, 2020November 21, 2022 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

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.

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Piano miking techniques for the studio and stage

September 25, 2020October 6, 2020 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

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.

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How to record a kick drum

August 21, 2020August 31, 2020 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

Producer/engineer/studio owner Jon Marc Weiss discusses miking techniques when recording a kick drum in your studio. Read the post.

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