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Create cool effects with these simple techniques
Learning
If you produce podcasts or videos, adding sound effects can provide a whole new dimension to your production. While sound libraries and online EFX sites are convenient for finding effects, consider c…
06/23/14
The use of dithering in mastering
Learning
In this 14th episode, we will deal with a mysterious stage in the mastering chain: Dithering
06/19/14
Using a limiter in mastering
Learning
This week we will tackle a landmark in the mastering chain — the limiter.
06/16/14
Automation in Mastering
Learning
Before moving on to the next processor in the mastering chain — the limiter/maximizer — it's appropriate to talk about an aspect that escapes many people starting out in mastering: Automation.
06/08/14
Mid/Side in Mastering
Learning
In this new installment of our article series dedicated to mastering at home, we will delve into the world of mid-side processing.
06/02/14
An Interview with Legendary Producer Jack Douglas
Interview / Podcast
Jack Douglas’s list of credits reads like a who’s who in the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame, and includes John Lennon, Aerosmith, Patti Smith, Alice Cooper, Cheap Trick, and many, many more. Not only is …
05/29/14
How to get the best results when recording acoustic instruments
Learning
If you’ve ever recorded an acoustic instrument, you already know that there’s more involved than just sticking a mic in front of it. Factors that influence how the recording will come out — besides t…
05/27/14
Using reverb when mastering
Learning
In this tenth episode, we will tackle an effect that is seldom used by people starting out in mastering, namely, reverb.
05/26/14
How to use broadband noise reduction software to clean up audio recordings
Learning
Much as we try to avoid it, there are occasions when noise gets onto our recordings. It could be a live recording where the source was too quiet and background hiss was picked up, or a passage on ele…
05/22/14
Be mindful of the psychological aspects of working with a singer
Learning
In part 1, we looked at mic choices, setup, and creating a monitor mix that’s comfortable for the singer. Here, we’ll delve into some producing techniques that will help you coax the best performance…
05/21/14
Using stereo enhancers in mastering
Learning
Today, our journey across the mastering world takes us into the slippery terrain of stereo enhancers.
05/19/14
How to get the best results when a singer records in your studio
Learning
Producing a singer for a vocal overdub session sounds like a pretty straightforward task, but to get good results, you not only need good engineering chops, but the ability to coax the best performan…
05/17/14
Using harmonic exciters and enhancers in mastering
Learning
This eighth episode of our home mastering series will deal with harmonic exciters, harmonic enhancers and company.
05/11/14
Multi-band Compression in Mastering
Learning
In the previous article, we addressed compression within the context of home mastering with a classic compressor. It's time now to tackle multi-band compression.
05/04/14
Remove Low-End Clutter from Your Mix with High-Pass Filtering
Learning
Guitars, vocals, pianos, drums or virtually any track in your mix, has extraneous low-frequency information that can be filtered out without compromising the sound. While you may not notice anything …
04/28/14

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