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Using headphones in mastering
Learning
Now that we have covered the entire mastering chain, let's move on to different tools that are useful in the context of DIY — like headphones.
06/24/14
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
Soldering Basics for Guitar Players - Part 1
Learning
The use of a soldering iron is indispensable if you need to change the pickups, a jack or any other component of your guitar. While changing a string is no secret for most of us, it's a whole differe…
06/22/14
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
Fix the timing in your MIDI tracks without ruining the feel
Learning
The quantize function in your DAW lets you to clean up sloppy timing in MIDI recordings, and in many DAW’s, in audio tracks, too. It’s very powerful, but also very easy to overuse. Here, we’ll look a…
06/12/14
Solutions to keep your guitar safe
Learning
The guitar hasn't quite followed the evolution of its creator ─ the homo sapiens ─ and still cannot stand up straight on its own. So, after having to break that news to you, let's look at the differe…
06/11/14
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
Microphones, monitors, and more
Learning
In part 1, we looked at choosing a bus-powered audio interface to use for connecting microphones, instruments and MIDI controllers to your iPad. In this second installment, we'll look at an alternati…
06/02/14
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
How to put together an ultra-portable, battery-powered iPad-based studio
Learning
Did you ever dream of a totally mobile studio, a compact setup that can fit in a backpack? A rig that you can carry with you virtually anywhere, and record and produce music, even where there's no AC…
05/31/14
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