How to Enjoy Mixing with Headphones
Some people mix with headphones due to noise or budget issues. Another reason to mix on headphones is that headphones/earbuds are becoming the... Read more »
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Passive vs. Active DI Boxes – What’s the Difference?
DI boxes — a.k.a. direct boxes — are a pro audio staple. Indeed, every audio professional has one, if not several, in their toolbox. There are... Read more »
Nov 29, 2024, 10:00 AM
Mitch Gallagher’s Monitor and Headphones Reference Playlist
A common piece of advice given to those who record, produce, mix, and master music is, “know your monitors and room.” No doubt, this is great... Read more »
Jun 22, 2024, 7:26 PM
What is the Difference Between Vibrato and Tremolo?
Vibrato and tremolo are often confused — and not just by musicians, but by manufacturers as well. The tremolo arm on your favorite guitar, for... Read more »
Mar 1, 2022, 5:24 PM
Should I Record at the High Sample Rates?
This is one of those “it depends” and “let your ears decide” questions/answers. Almost every interface these days can record up to at least a... Read more »
Feb 24, 2021, 5:53 PM
Electret Condenser vs True Condenser Microphones
Studios all across the world use condenser microphones, though you might’ve never considered what makes a “true condenser” as opposed to… not?... Read more »
Sep 25, 2017, 6:42 PM
Propellerhead and macOS High Sierra Compatibility
Note: for complete, up-to-the-minute information on macOS High Sierra software compatiblity for music and audio software, visit SweetCare! Our... Read more »
Aug 24, 2017, 5:56 PM
Avid Upgrades Pro Tools to v12.8.1
Avid has released version 12.8.1 of Pro Tools, a free update for the studio-standard DAW software. The new version includes several feature... Read more »
Aug 22, 2017, 6:38 PM
Native Instruments Releases MASCHINE v2.6.8
Native Instruments has updated MASCHINE software to version 2.6.8. In addition to assorted bug fixes, the new version includes: Bass Synth for... Read more »
Aug 11, 2017, 4:33 PM
Orion Studio Update and Thunderbolt
Antelope Audio has released an update for the Orion Studio interface that offers three FPGA-powered, dead-on emulations of vintage compressors.... Read more »