What is the Difference Between Mixing and Mastering?
You’ve been woodshedding for what seems like forever. You’ve written a multitude of songs. You’re feeling inspired and you want to create and... Read more »
Studios News
Jul 8, 2022, 8:00 AM
Jun 5, 2022, 7:00 AM
How Loud Should You Mix?
Thumping bass. Roaring guitars. Let’s face it — cranking up the volume is fun. It gets you pumped. But if you do it while you’re mixing in the... Read more »
Apr 22, 2022, 8:00 AM
How to Recycle Your Audio and Music Gear
If you’ve been making music for any amount of time, someone has probably asked you the most annoying question in the world: “Why do you have so... Read more »
Apr 5, 2022, 8:00 AM
Game-Changing Software for Home Studios
Buying software from Sweetwater is better. Choose from an incredible selection of titles from top developers, get expert advice from your... Read more »
Mar 14, 2022, 10:00 AM
Best Audio Interfaces for Your Home Studio 2022
There’s never been a better time to buy a great-sounding, flexible audio interface for your home studio rig. With the power and sonic excellence... Read more »
Jan 28, 2022, 5:36 PM
Choosing the Best Mic for Upright Bass – with Sound Samples
There are lots of instruments that are challenging to mic and record. For me, the upright bass (or double bass) is right up near the top of that... Read more »
Jan 27, 2021, 10:00 AM
The Musician’s Guide to Podcasting: Tips from the Pros
All the top podcasts have one major thing in common — they all sound pleasing to the ear. However, the fact that your favorite podcast sounds... Read more »
Dec 8, 2020, 12:00 PM
Sweetwater Studios “Record Your EP Free” Contest Winner Greg Jones Announces His First EP
In January, Sweetwater Studios launched its “Record Your EP for Free” promotion, which offered the opportunity for a winner to record, mix, and... Read more »
Nov 6, 2020, 2:00 PM
The Fusion Decade: Weather Report
Fifty years ago, Miles Davis released his landmark fusion album Bitches Brew. It was a collaborative, large-ensemble effort, and many of the... Read more »
Oct 27, 2020, 8:00 AM
GearFest 2020’s Virtual Gear Expo – Videos Worth Revisiting
GearFest 2020 was certainly an event to remember. For our first-ever completely virtual presentation of GearFest, we were blessed to have... Read more »