71 Results for "workshop"

Fixing Gain-Structure Problems in the Mix

We look at how fixing gain-structure problems can help you get cleaner, more musical mixes with defined separation and dynamic performances.

How To Solder Instrument Cables: 11 Steps To Make Your Own Jack Cable!

Solder instrument cables like a pro: Save cash, avoid signal issues, and build custom cables that perfectly fit your studio or live rig.

Transient Shaping and Management: Get More Impactful Rhythmic Energy

With transient shaping and management, we can improve the clarity of drums, vocals, and guitars for punchier mixes that translate better on any sound system.

Bus Processing: Mix Cohesion and Control

We look into bus processing, a music production technique that can transform a mix, giving it a more professional and unified overall sound.

Mono Compatibility: Why Does It Still Matter?

We discuss some different aspects that contribute to mono compatibility and how it can help your mixes stand up on any playback system.

Texture-Based Composition: Prioritizing Timbre

Instead of focusing exclusively on chord progressions and harmonies, texture-based composition looks at sonic character and the perception of sound.

Mixing Live Vocals: Get Consistent, Clear Performances

The art of mixing live vocals is one of the most important aspects of live sound. We discuss some of the real-time factors that come into play.

Techno Beats in Ableton Live Made Easy!

Building your own techno beats sounds pretty straightforward at first. Here are a few tips and tricks to add even more groove!

The Art of Distortion: Harmonics, Saturation, and Clipping

We explore the art of distortion, delving into ways of using harmonics, saturation, and clipping to add colour, texture, and definition to your mix.

NIMB: The No-Input Mixing Board Technique

Although we generally use mixers as signal routing systems, NIMB techniques show us how they can become creative tools for sound creation.

EQ Techniques: Neve vs Pultec vs API vs SSL

Understanding EQ techniques and types is an essential part of music production to help you achieve clarity and detail at any stage of the process.

Monitor Mixing and Stage Monitoring for IEMs and Wedges

On stage, accurate monitor mixing can elevate the performance, giving musicians freedom and confidence in their expression in any venue.

Perfect Vocals: How to Make Any Voice Sound Professional

Learn how to level, clean and enhance vocals with DynAssist for professional singing, podcast and speech recordings to get your perfect vocals.

Fairchild 670: The Rolling Stones’ Compressor

The Fairchild 670 helped define the classic rock n' roll sound of bands like The Rolling Stones, but how can it be used in a modern context?

Gain Staging for PA Systems: Building a Clean Chain from Preamp to Loudspeaker

We take a look at gain staging for PA systems, a crucial aspect of front-of-house mixing that can make the difference in any size venue.

SoundThread Brings Aphex Twin’s Secret Sound Design Weapon to Your Computer – Free of Charge!

Finally, no more terminals! SoundThread turns the complicated CDP into a visual playground for experimental sound design, similar to Aphex Twin's style.

Secrets Of The Motown Sound: Hitsville USA

We explore some of the key recording and music production aspects that made the Motown sound such a distinctive part of modern music.

Understanding and Reducing Noise Floor for Recording and Live Sound

Noise is a problem in all walks of audio life, from studios to line arrays. We're looking at noise floor and ways to keep it under control.

Building a Direct-to-Fan Community of Superfans for Your Music

We get into the mindset of the superfan and discuss the direct-to-fan community model with some tips you can use to market your own music.

Loop-Based and Nonlinear Composition: Create Music Your Own Way

We explore the basics of loop-based and nonlinear composition, and give you some tips and techniques you can use in your own workflow.

Music Theory for Producers: Write More Compelling Music

We dive into music theory for producers and tackle some of the foundational aspects that can become tools to write more compelling music.

Mono vs Stereo Recording: Do I Use 1 Mic or 2?

The choice of mono vs stereo recording can be a conundrum if you aren't experienced. We learn when to use one mic technique over another.

Alesis 3630: The Daft Punk Compressor

This budget stereo compressor/limiter/noise gate became synonymous with the sound of French House. We find out how to use the Alesis 3630.

Altec RS124: The Beatles’ Compressor

The Altec RS124 is more than just a piece of classic gear; it's a part of recording history and a key aspect of the sound of The Beatles.