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How to record music using recording gear, software and instruments.
A Little Pre-Production Before Your Session Can Save You Time and Money
You’ve finally finished writing your song, you've tweaked and tweaked, changing phrases, a word...
Akai Unveils MPC One Retro
The modern standalone MPC workflow is now available in the iconic Retro MPC colorway for a truly timeless music production experience.
Make Your Home Studio Sound Amazing With These Simple Tips
[Before we get into the meat of this month’s article, I’d like to start responding to readers’ questions. Please email me your questions or topics to be discussed. Recording, editing, mixing,...
PreSonus Ships Studio 192 Mobile Audio Interface/Studio Command Center
PreSonus is shipping the new Studio 192 Mobile USB 3.0 22 x 26 audio interface and studio command center. Studio 192 Mobile delivers the same high-end audio, low-latency monitoring, tight software...
VIDEO: Demoing New Music With the Focusrite Clarett 8pre
@bravebabymusic demoing a new tune with the Focusrite Clarett 8pre courtesy of @wearefocusrite @performermagazine. #bravebaby #demo #recording #focusrite A video posted by Hearts & Plugs...
WATCH: MELODYNE 4 Studio VIDEO REVIEW
PROS: surgical precision and control over your sound. CONS: none. PRICE: $699 WHAT IS MELODYNE? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L09vYXVJmhM&feature=youtu.be In the simplest of terms, Melodyne is a...
iRig Pro Duo USB Audio Interface Review (IK Multimedia)
iRig Pro Duo USB Audio Interface Review (IK Multimedia) PROS: works on iOS, Android and computer, plenty of great apps, portable, great sound quality. CONS: plastic casing, 9v power supply not...
VIDEO: Focusrite Clarett 8Pre Studio Test Unboxing
What do we have here??? Looks like a Focusrite Clarlett 8pre thunderbolt interface. Thanks @wearefocusrite @performermagazine, looking forward to checking this baby out for with my homie...
MY FAVORITE MICS With Mr. Lif
MY FAVORITE MICS With Mr. Lif Boston born and raised, Mr. Lif is one of the original members of the indie hip-hop movement known as Definitive Jux (2000-2007). He’s the vocalist for Thievery...
Analog vs. Digital Recording: Why You Need Both!
[Before we get into the meat of this month’s article, I’d like to start responding to readers’ questions. Please email me your questions or topics to be discussed. Recording, editing, mixing,...
Contour ShuttlePRO v2 REVIEW
Contour ShuttlePRO v2 Review PROS: ergonomic Design, works on pretty much ANY software. CONS: might take some time breaking the habit of not using it. PRICE: $99 It’s not often a computer accessory...
Enter to Win Sterling Audio Studio Monitors
Looking to upgrade your studio? Performer just got THREE new sets of MX5 studio monitors from our friends at Sterling Audio, and we're gonna give them to three lucky winners at the end of the...