Why Use Four Mics on a Kick Drum?
When Shawn Dealey, Sweetwater Studios’ Producer/Engineer, mentioned that he uses four mics on a kick drum, I was confused. “Four mics? On kick?”... Read more »
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Audio Interface vs. Mixer: Which Is Right for My Studio?
When you’re just starting out, it’s not uncommon to feel completely confused about the best way to handle getting audio in and out of your... Read more »
May 4, 2025, 9:19 AM
How to Build a Vocal Chain for Any Style
Vocals are the focal point of most modern musical arrangements. Therefore, your studio’s vocal chain needs to be spot on. Your vocal chain... Read more »
May 3, 2025, 12:14 PM
Choosing the Best Drum Machine on Any Budget
Virtual production tools may afford a greater total number of percussive possibilities, but sometimes less really is more. Let’s face it: when... Read more »
May 3, 2025, 11:00 AM
Solid State Logic Duality Analog Console with Integrated Digital Controls
The SSL Duality analog console is one of the most interactive and state-of-the-art consoles to date. You can control parameters in your DAW from... Read more »
May 3, 2025, 8:00 AM
The Ultimate Guide to Drum Programming: Techniques for Realistic Beats
The ability to create realistic drumbeats is an asset that can instantly take your music to the next level. Whether you’re a beginner, beat... Read more »
May 2, 2025, 3:49 PM
Best Mics for Recording Snare Drums
The snare drum. It could rightly be called the heartbeat of pop music. The snare drum propels a song with a strong backbeat and adds... Read more »
May 2, 2025, 11:33 AM
Unlocking Dolby Atmos for Home Studios
There’s a misconception that Dolby Atmos is only for studios with expensive setups or high-end home theaters. But many people don’t realize that... Read more »
May 2, 2025, 11:00 AM
Black Lion Audio Revolution 14×16 USB Audio Interface Demo
The Black Lion Audio Revolution 14×16 USB audio interface offers outstanding features and stellar sound quality that you can only find in its... Read more »
May 1, 2025, 3:00 PM
Dynamic vs. Condenser vs. Ribbon Microphones | How Are They Different?
In this video, Mitch Gallagher discusses the three main types of microphones (dynamic, condenser, and ribbon) and the differences among them. Read more »