Both arpeggiators and sequencers have been key effects for synth players since the ’70s, and the effects seem quite similar to a casual ear. These effects both let you play established patterns of notes without manually pressing every key. Popularized in genres like disco and prog rock, they’re especially prevalent today in dance and electronic […]
Continue reading →Multitrack sound cards still play a role in modern recording setups even if many recording engineers prefer audio interface boxes. These sound cards basically convert a single USB input on your computer into a hub of audio inputs, allowing you to quickly and easily record multiple simultaneous tracks without the need for a mixer. The […]
Continue reading →So why get bass traps? Well, if you have all the money in the world, you can build a recording studio from scratch that is perfectly designed to give you the ideal acoustics. For most of us, though, we’re limited to the pre-existing spaces in our homes or offices. Acoustic panels attached to the walls […]
Continue reading →Trap music, also known by the name EDM music, gained a lot of momentum in recent days thanks to the resurgence of the dance music culture. The genre is hardly new but there are many producers who haven’t had experience with the genre until recent years because of this uptick in popularity. If you’re looking […]
Continue reading →Microphones and vocals in general, are probably more dependent on the quality of cables than any other position in a modern band. It’s partially due to their construction and partially due to the length of your average microphone cable. With that said, there’s a whole market for XLR cables out there, filled to the brim […]
Continue reading →Pressure level meters—also called decibel meters—are devices that can quantify the volume and decibel level of the sound. They’re handy tools for sound engineers and venue owners, letting you gauge the crowd noise and adjust the balance accordingly. These unique devices look like a cross between a thermostat and a microphone, and are capable of […]
Continue reading →We live in a time where digital technology rules the audio business in many ways, and a vast array of options brought upon us by this sonic expansion can be a tad intimidating. What is the best digital audio software to us? What’s the best VST? What’s the best DAW? Questions like this keep piling […]
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