How To Get A Super-clean Bass Sound When Mastering
Tackling the low end is probably the most difficult aspect of mastering, even if you're working in an acoustically treated room and on great-sounding studio monitors. That's why so many amateur mas...
How To Layer Guitars in a Mix: Finding Harmony Amidst the Chaos
From rock to country and pop to metal, guitars not only define genres but also infuse songs with rhythm, melody, and emotional depth. But while recording a guitar might seem straightforward, ensur...
How To Layer Kicks Like a Boss
In the world of music production, crafting the perfect kick sound is like assembling a delectable burger – a symphony of flavors that blend to create a satisfying experience. However, the art of l...
How To Fix Channels Fighting For Space In A Mix
Crowded, confused, and muddled are 3 words you DON’T want to hear when someone is describing your mix. But that’s exactly what you get when you have conflicting channels fighting for space in you...
From Samples to Songs: Creative Ways to Use Field Recordings in Your Productions
Tired of stale-sounding tracks? Then stop using stale-sounding samples — after all, the 808-style kick/handclap-as-snare thing has been done to death. The same goes for VEH3 Synths Root C 238 sta...
How To Think Like A Musician When You’re Making Music
If you can’t play a musical instrument with authority, but want to emulate an authentic professional performance, then this blog is for you. Many music producers don’t actually play an instrument....