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Home audio recording

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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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Producing a new track? Don’t take a day off.

November 22, 2022November 22, 2022 Michael Gallant

When producing a new track, try working on it — even for a very short time — every single day until it’s done. 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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How to produce with soft synths

September 7, 2022September 7, 2022 Michael Gallant

Software synthesizers can open up huge musical possibilities when you’re producing music. Here’s how to get started. Read the post.

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How to alter pre-made loops to get a customized sound

August 3, 2022August 4, 2022 Michael Gallant

Pre-made loops are great tools for creative inspiration while you’re recording. A few simple techniques can help make them sound less like stock sounds and more like you. Read the post.

record a snare drum — nine mic placements

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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Why does my music need mastering?

October 6, 2021August 2, 2022 Keith Hatschek

Home recording is easier and more affordable than ever, which makes the role of mastering ever more important. Here are some objective reasons that make the case for mastering your recordings. Read the post

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Record — and protect your files — on the road

September 23, 2021September 24, 2021 Michael Gallant

With the right technology, strategies, and planning, indie artists can record and produce amazing music anywhere. Read the post

recording acoustic guitar

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

home recording studio

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.

ear fatigue

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.

recording saxophone

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.

recording bass guitar

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.

piano miking techniques

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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