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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, 2020October 23, 2020 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, 2020October 8, 2020 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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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.

record a snare drum

How to record a snare drum

July 20, 2020July 20, 2020 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

Producer/engineer/studio owner Jon Marc Weiss discusses miking techniques when recording a snare drum along with a full drum kit. Read the post.

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How to get better results mixing in your home studio

June 16, 2020December 29, 2020 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

From stereo placement to EQ, busing to reverb, veteran music producer and engineer Jon Marc Weiss gives pro advice and insights on how to manage your mix in your home studio. Read the post.

better tones

How to record better tones in your home studio

May 29, 2020May 29, 2020 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

From potato chips to preamps, decoupling to drum heads, these 13 tips can help you get better tones when you’re recording in your (not-acoustically pristine) home studio. Read the post.

music producer

Psychology and the music producer

April 16, 2020April 16, 2020 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

From communicating, coaxing the best possible performance, and keeping an artist comfortable, a lot of a producer’s skills have little to do with recording techniques. Read the post.

acoustic piano

Acoustic piano on stage and in the studio

May 16, 2019May 16, 2019 Michael Gallant

While an acoustic piano may be the preference for a studio or live gig, it’s not always the most practical choice. Here are tuning tips and suggestions for alternatives when it comes to providing piano for your next gig. Read the post.

professional studio

5 things to do before recording in a professional studio

December 12, 2018December 12, 2018 Nicholas Rubright

Going to a professional studio for the first time can be an exciting and intimidating experience. If you aren’t prepared, it can also be much more expensive than it needs to be. Read the post.

studio time

Make the most of your studio time (and space)

September 27, 2018September 27, 2018 Andre Calilhanna

Excerpted from the 3rd edition of Disc Makers’ revised and expanded Home Studio Handbook, these basic recording tips will help you make the most of your studio time. Read the post.

studio gear

The essential studio gear for your home studio

September 5, 2018May 14, 2020 Andre Calilhanna

If you’ve outfitted space in your home for the purpose of recording music, step two is amassing the gear for the task at hand. Here’s a checklist for things you might already have, need immediately, and can put off until later. Read the post.

mixing music

Choose moderate volume when mixing music

August 27, 2018August 12, 2019 Sweetwater

When mixing music — in your home studio or a massive “A” room — cranking up the volume makes everything sound sweet. At least, until reality sets in. Read the post.

recording session

Budgeting for your recording session

July 19, 2018July 19, 2018 Michael Gallant

Dealing with money may be the most unexciting aspect of tracking your project in a studio, but budgeting for your recording session can go a long way to achieving success. Read the post.

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