Solid State Logic (SSL) consoles have been the choice of world-class studios for decades. However,...
Home Recording
How to record music using recording gear, software and instruments.
How to Record Like a Pro from Home
GETTING STARTED In the world of studio recording, when we think back to 15 years ago, there are...
SSL SiX REVIEW
At the time of this review the COVID Pandemic has forced a lot of creative types to work from...
In Defense of Digital: What You ACTUALLY Miss About Analog Tape
[Editor's note - for the other side of the story, you can delve into our analog tape issue. We feel it's always important to look at things from both sides.] If I had a dollar for every time I heard...
Shure PGAStudioKit4 Microphone Kit Review
SHURE PGASTUDIOKIT4 MIC KIT PROS: Great selection of mics, all accessories & case included. CONS: None. PRICE: $299 Shure has been making quality microphones for decades at decent prices, all of...
The 4 Elements That Separate a Good Mix From a Great Mix
The first thing to understand about music is that it's completely subjective. You might make music for yourself, you might make music for an audience, but the audience will always form their own...
Cut The Crap: What is a Filter & Why is it Your Most Important Mix Tool?
Cut The Crap: What is a Filter & Why is it Your Most Important Mix Tool? Welcome to the wonderful world of music mixing! Your assignment today is to make everything sound great: huge drums,...
WATCH NOW: How To Record Strings
Our friends at Audio-Technica have a new series of "how to" videos up on YouTube. Today we're sharing an awesome clip on How to Record Strings. Enjoy!
Audio-Technica ATH-M70x Headphones Review
Audio-Technica ATH-M70x Headphones Review - $299 PROS: sound great, well built, comfortable. CONS: none. The problem with headphones is finding a set that can work for the studio as well as personal...
WATCH NOW – How to Record Acoustic Piano
Our friends at Audio-Technica have a new series of "how to" videos up on YouTube. Below we're sharing the clip on How to Record Acoustic Piano. Enjoy!
WATCH NOW – Basic Recording Techniques: The Small Ensemble (via Audio-Technica)
Our friends at Audio-Technica have a new series of "how to" videos up on YouTube. Below we're sharing the clip on Small Ensemble Recording Techniques. Enjoy!
WATCH NOW – Basic Recording Techniques: The Mandolin (via Audio-Technica)
Our friends at Audio-Technica have a new series of "how to" videos up on YouTube. Below we're sharing the clip on basic recording techniques to capture the perfect mandolin sound. Enjoy!...
Learn Basic Tape Machine Maintenance & Repairing Tape Decks For A Cause
PLUS: Teaching Valuable Skills to Those Who Face Barriers to Employment Troubleshooting used to be a part of daily life for anyone who owned a piece of electronic equipment – especially tape decks. ...