Following on from episode 10 where we discussed the concept of ‘resistance’ in the songwriting and recording process, this week we try and give you some solutions!
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On your audio interface or mixer, you may have noticed a button labeled ‘phantom power’ (or perhaps ‘48v’). This might seem quite mysterious if you don’t know what it is. After realizing phantom power is needed in order for some microphones to work, many people ask the question, do dynamic mics need phantom power? Well,…
If you are relatively new to synthesis, you might notice that many synthesizers have similar controls and designs, and assume that they all have the same characteristics. Do all synths sound the same? What actually determines the sound a synth makes? To understand this we need to look a little bit at how synthesizers work…
Subwoofers are an integral component of any audio system. The sub is responsible for the majority of the system’s bass frequency output, so the right subwoofer settings are vital for drawing the best possible sound from the sound system. Most subwoofers have a volume control and a trim level. We’re all familiar with volume, but…
For me, electric guitars are still a major part of most music I write. But getting the sound of the guitar amp to translate accurately into the recording can be tricky. There are lots of factors to take into account. From the size of the amp, to whether you record it with a microphone…
When you’re recording vocals, the level of decibels (dB) you record at is important. If you record the vocals at a level that is too quiet, they will not be understood over the other tracks on the mix, such as the instrumentals or the backbeat. If you mix them too loudly, they will…
After doing everything possible to save up enough to make your own home recording studio, you finally did it. You got the sound engineering equipment, padded your room’s walls, and even got the mics ready. Everything is set up…except for your monitors. How to Position Studio Monitors? The short answer is, very…