The 4 Secrets to Transparent Vocal Tuning in Melodyne
The idea of tuning vocals is often a heated topic with musicians and producers. Often, it's that audible "T-Pain" vocal effect that you're thinking of. And while this effect has its place in some g...
How to Compress a Snare Drum Properly
Second to lead vocals, the snare drum is probably the most important ingredient in a modern musical arrangement. This is especially true in rock, metal, and contemporary country genres. Since the s...
Streamline Your Process To Finish Your Songs Faster
One of the best things you can do for yourself is to make your whole production process more efficient. This, in turn, will make you faster, more confident in the decisions you make. As a bonus, it...
How to Compress Vocals for Professional Results
If there's any audio source that's ripe for compression, it's vocals. Whether it's to tame unruly peaks or to add color and character, compression and vocals go together like peas and carrots. Voca...
How To Get Great-sounding Vocals Using Reference Tracks
The lead vocal is the focal point of most modern music. Consequently, the vocal can make or break a mix. A great-sounding vocal will lure in a listener, while a subpar one will have them reaching f...
How to EQ Guitar, Keys, Synths, and Leads When Mixing
Learning to use (and not abuse) EQ is one of — if not the most important — aspects of mixing. And the art of EQ-ing is hard to learn because there are no one-size-fits-all solutions. Contrary to wh...
