Steinberg’s Cubase is a popular Digital Audio Workstation (DAW), with the latest version boasting improved mapping of external controllers to plugins, multi-channel AudioWarp, Audio-to-Chord conversion, and much more. But does said Cubase come with any instruments? If so, what instruments does it come with? In this guide, we closely examine what Cubase has to offer…
Logic Pro is one of the most popular Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) for the Mac. It’s powerful, easy to use, and perfect for anyone who’s gotten used to the GarageBand workflow. But can you use Logic Pro on Windows? In this guide, we cover everything you need to know.
Sample packs can offer creators inspiration and speed up the process of making beats and writing songs. The growth in popularity of sample packs in the hip-hop and electronic music communities are undeniable. Have you had thoughts of selling your own sample packs? Maybe you’re thinking about developing a series of samples, maybe the project…
So, you’ve probably heard about VST plugins, and you might even know a thing or two about them. But how exactly do these seemingly magical plugin modules work? In this guide, we’ll explain what VST plugins are, how they work, where they come from, and more! What Are VST Plugins? – Quick Answer VST stands…
Becoming a music producer is a prospect many consider, especially those who love music and think it would be fun to work in the industry. But exactly how much money can a producer expect to make? In this guide, we answer your most asked questions about how much a music producer can earn, along with…
Music producers play a vital role in the creation of musical projects of all kinds. They are often thought of as “behind the scenes” contributors, unless of course they’ve achieved the notoriety of people like Timbaland, Phil Spector, or Brian Eno, whose influence can be deeply felt on the pop music landscape. Looking at these…
The AT2020 does not come with a shock mount when you purchase it, and the quality of the microphone is pretty good considering the price. Hence, does it really require a shock mount for it to work correctly or for it to work better? Let’s find out. Since the AT2020 is a cardioid condenser microphone,…
You may have purchased an Audio Technica AT 2020 because the reviews for this microphone are great, and they should be. This mic offers excellent value for money and is one of the best on the markets, and has been for a couple of years. But what happens when it doesn’t want to work? An…
Headphones are more popular now than ever before because of the exceptional audio they produce, especially headphones with high impedance ratings. However, they are not without their caveats. Let’s take a look at high impedance headphones (specifically 250-ohm headphones) and what these caveats could be like requiring an amplifier to run them. You can technically…
Fretless bass guitars are unique instruments. While they look like a regular bass, and they appear to be played in the same way, they can sound completely different from a regular bass guitar. If you want to achieve the sound of a fretless, nothing else can do it. This leads many bassists to wonder, “are fretless basses…