The world of music is changing faster than ever. New tools, new platforms, and new ways of listening are shaping how songs are created and consumed. At the heart of all this change is sound engineering, the hidden art and science that makes music connect with listeners everywhere. Something that is done by professionals back […]
Music production is data-intensive, and that’s a fact you can’t escape. Every month, any music producer accumulates more and more samples, track versions, backups, and other files. Yes, you’ve mastered the art of creating catchy tracks, but you may still struggle with data management, until that day. Let’s break down this technical process to save […]
A Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) is a critical tool for modern audio engineers and music producers, providing the platform to record, edit, and produce professional-quality audio. With so many options on the market, it can be tough to decide which DAW suits your needs. This blog will highlight 3 best DAWs: Pro Tools, Ableton Live, […]
I’m speaking about compact MIDI controllers. The ones with smaller-than-usual keys. The type you can carry in your bag. If you’re into music production and looking to buy a MIDI controller, you probably have wondered if a mini MIDI controller is worth buying. They look fun, and it feels like you’ll be making a lot […]
Imagine a blank canvas before you, filled with infinite possibilities. With every adjustment, twist of knob, the power is in you to sculpt your music. There are no rules you have to follow. It’s only, you. This is what it means to be mixing your music. Generally – mixing music is the process of blending […]
In the past years, field recording tech has more or less been around the same. Most of the technological advancements have been around improving mic pre-amps, digital functions, microphones, and multitracking. But with the arrival of 32-bit float audio recorders, changes everything in field audio recording. What’s 32-bit float recording? With 32-bit float, forget about […]
There’s no doubt about it; compression and EQ are absolutely essential tools for any audio engineer. Learning how to use each of them correctly is crucial, but learning how to use them together is just as important. Why? Simply because switching the order of the two can produce drastically different results. On top of that, […]
Updated: 5th August 2021 Over the past few months, I’ve been trying lots of MIDI controllers on my Windows computer. Then last week, when I tried using a new MIDI controller, the Korg microkey2 Air, it didn’t work on my computer. My DAW, Cubase couldn’t detect the MIDI controller as an input. Even Windows wasn’t […]
A limiter is a popular effect used in music production. But many new music producers don’t quite understand how it works – so I’ll be attempting to explain it today. This post is not a mere repetition of what you see on the internet. Instead, it will cover in full detail, everything you need to […]