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EQ Techniques for Vocals and Beyond with Matthew Otto
Find out how a Solange collaborator and ex-Majical Cloudz producer uses EQ. Matthew Otto is a name you might not recognize instantly, but...
Feb 3, 20176 min read


8 Emerging Technologies That Are Redefining How DJs Play Live
What will define the next era of DJing? DJ technology has come a long way. The heart and soul of DJing is selecting. And it always will...
Jan 31, 20177 min read


How To Improve Your Mixes Using Dirt, Fuzz and Crunch
Dirt, grit, noise and buzz are bad right? Aren’t those all the elements you try to AVOID in the recording and mixing phase? Well, not...
Jan 5, 20174 min read


The 60 Best Free VST Plugins Ever Made
We tirelessly searched the internet to bring you the best free VST plugins out there. Virtual Studio Technology (VST) plugins are the...
Dec 23, 20166 min read


How to Prepare Your Samples for a Better Mix
Better samples mean better sound. One of the best ways to exercise your creativity muscles when producing new tracks is to create some...
Dec 21, 20167 min read
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EQ Cheat Sheet: How to Use An Instrument Frequency Chart [Infographic]
It’s EQ month! We’re gonna dig in on all things EQ in the coming days. This article is the second part of the series. So if you haven’t...
Dec 17, 20167 min read


15 Dave Pensado Mix Tips Every Producer Should Know
Dave Pensado knows music intimately. His resume is stuffed with incredible projects—and all the accolades to go with them. His knack for...
Dec 14, 20164 min read


The 7 Best Free VST Compressor Plugins Available Today
If you want a better mix, knowing how to use compressors is key. Not every compressor does the same thing. Compressors have...
Dec 2, 20163 min read


5 Production Strategies That Will Help You Beat Creative Blocks
Nothing is better than a productive studio session. Learning a new technique, having a breakthrough or finishing a track gives you hope,...
Nov 30, 20166 min read


6 MIDI Sequencer Tips That Will Help You Make Better Tracks Faster
Are you getting the most from your piano roll? If you’re wondering “what is MIDI and how will it make my tracks better?” you’re not...
Nov 18, 20163 min read


20 Productivity Tips That Will Help You Finish Tracks Faster
Nothing beats it. That feeling of satisfaction when you finally get to the mastering step. But there are always creative blocks and...
Nov 10, 20165 min read


7 Free VST Plugins That Will Warm Up Your Sound
Lots of people are obsessed with the warmth of analog studio gear. Sure—it sounds fuller, more human, more present. But what are they...
Oct 26, 20163 min read


How to Use Compression to Solve 5 Common Mixing Mistakes
Compressors are great problem-solvers when you’re mixing. They’re a key part of your audio effects toolkit. But if used wrong,...
Oct 22, 20166 min read


Music Distribution: 7 Common Mistakes Musicians Make
Distribution is the best way to get heard. But how do you do it right? Music distribution is misunderstood. There’s way too much...
Oct 13, 20164 min read


How to Get Huge Sub-Bass without Fancy Gear
Wanna learn how to make your tracks shake up the whole club? Meet your new best friend: sub-bass. It’s all over music, whether it’s the...
Oct 5, 20164 min read


Music Licensing: A Musician’s Guide to Syncs and Placements
Music licensing and publishing are huge opportunities. Here’s what you need to know. No one buys albums any more. Digital music...
Oct 4, 201610 min read
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Audio Cables: Everything Musicians Need To Know About Audio Cable Types [Infographic]
Get your audio cable knowledge together. Cables matter. Unfortunately wireless music studios aren’t a thing yet. In fact we’re connecting...
Sep 20, 20167 min read


The 10 Best Music Production Videos For Expanding Your Creativity
When I listen to my favourite music I’m often left wondering ‘how’d they do it?’ How do you get that special access to see behind all...
Sep 14, 20164 min read


How to Build a Band Website That Actually Works
A band website is the new music press kit. It’s a vital part of your music promotion. Most networking happens online in today’s music...
Sep 12, 20165 min read


Free 909s and 9 Tracks Made With 909s to Celebrate TR-909 Day
This year 909 Day is a HUGE deal. If you were thinking of getting a new MIDI controller or drum machine, today is your day. To celebrate...
Sep 9, 20164 min read
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