sE Electronics Factory Tour - The (other) Land of Microphones
LearningWe had the opportunity to fly to Shanghai where the sE Electronics factory is based. The static and ribbon microphone manufacturer celebrates this year its 10th anniversary.
Masters of their Craft - On Tour: Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
LearningModern technology reveals traditional sounds for Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers 2010 tour.
Marketing 101 for Musicians - How to Sell Your Music
LearningYou've recorded and produced your killer single. Now comes the really tough part: selling the drama. Here we will recap and add some steps in order to implement your marketing plan- putting it all …
Vocal Health for Singers - The Emotional Cords
LearningAs summer arrives, singers begin to worry about vocal health as summer is the season when most artists have most bookings. "Will I be able to manage all the upcoming shows without vocal fatigue?" The…
How to Filter Out Vuvuzela Noise from FIFA World Cup Ga… - Vuvuzela Killers
LearningLet's face it, unless you are actually in South Africa attending the World Cup and blowing your very own Vuvuzela, you can't stand the cacophony that's blaring out of your flat screen TV in the form …
Top 10 Most Frequently Asked Questions - Audio Mastering
LearningTom Volpicelli of The Mastering House answers the top 10 common questions about mastering.
The Difference Between Bronze and Brass Cymbals - The Cymbal Rap for Newbies
LearningFor simplicity’s sake, there are basically three types and price levels of cymbals: beginner brass, intermediate sheet bronze and professional cast bronze. The brass are usually used only by young be…
How to Choose a Computer for Music Making (Part 2) - Mac vs. PC
LearningMore controversial than the Stones vs Beatles, more uncompromising than a Bush vs Obama debate, and hotter than the cold war, the Mac vs PC question ignites passions, endless debates and might even b…
7 Things You Should Never Do While Mixing - Live Sound Mixing
LearningTop 7 tips to learn and live by when you are behind the mixing console at a live show.
Fergie, Will.i.am, Taboo and Apl.de.ap are Off to See t… - The Black Eyed Peas: Live Sound on Tour
LearningAfter a few summer festivals, The Black Eyed Peas’ The Energy Never Dies tour began with September shows in Japan and October shows “down under.”
How to Choose a Computer for Music: A Dummies' Guide - Music Making with a Computer (Part 1)
LearningA computer to make music? Sounds great. Which computer should I get and with what specification? Good question. But first things first: what is a computer and how does it work?
The Audio & Musical Gear that Made the Show - Best of Musikmesse 2010: The Top 11
LearningThey came to Frankfurt, Germany, showed their stuff, we looked, touched and video taped. Now with everybody back home, it's time to make sense of the best gear presented at Musikmesse 2010.
iPhone/iPod Touch Sequencers Report - My iPhone is a Sequencer
LearningIn addition to recording music with your iPhone, you can also edit and produce your music with the little magic machine. A DAW in your pocket!
Line Array-Type Systems' Industry Dominance in Live Sou… - Zoned, Summed & Line Array Structures
LearningWhy are line arrays so popular? Are they a fad or here to stay? And what will be the “next big thing”?
The Audio & Musical Gear that Made the Show - Best of NAMM 2010: The Top 11
LearningAs the dust is settling in Anaheim, and the post-buzz is gathering wind, us here at Audiofanzine present to you our Top 11 gear picks from NAMM 2010. Why 11? Well, it's one louder isn't it?