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10 More Useful Items to Have in Your Gig Bag
How well prepared do you feel for your next gig? Sure, you've practiced, memorised the lyrics, got the stems and hardware all synced... but there's other things to consider as G.W. Childs explains.
11 Synth Mixing & Programming Mistakes Every Producer Should Avoid
Don't commit cardinal sin after cardinal sin when it comes to mixing / programming your hardware or software synthesizer. The following 11 tips are what every self-respecting producer should know.
7 Ways To Avoid Messing Up Your Next DJ Set
All eyes are on you when you’re spinning tunes, so don’t have a nightmare! Simply follow these rules and your next DJing gig will go just fine…
Getting to Grips with Traktor Kontrol D2 and Stems
It's time to get to grips with the new DJ remix format from Native Instruments: Stems. Using a Kontrol D2 and the new 4-tracks-in-one audio file format, Sara Simms shows it works in the real world.
Korg volca Multi VCO Tip: Creating 3 Bass Patterns With One volca bass
If you think Korg's volca bass is just, well, a bass... you'd be mistaken. It's a 3-synth-in-one beast and enables you to program three sub-patterns. G.W. Childs shows you how in this tutorial.
6 Simple Alternative Guitar Tunings Every Guitarist Should Try
Want to freshen up your guitar playing or recording? Trying alternative tunings could be just what the doctor ordered. Here's 6 simple, yet alternative, guitar tunings Rich Tozzoli recommends.
8 Mistakes to Avoid When Producing Music
So you're ready to record, mix and master that song/album/soundtrack? Joe Albano is here to ensure you don't succumb to any common pitfalls during the process. These tips should help...
How the Internet of Things Could Impact Music Composition, Production & Performance
How can one of "The Internet of Things" be applied to more than home automation appliances? Liam Lacey imagines a world where IOT is relevant to music recording, production & live performance.
The Mellotron—A Brief History from Analog Beginnings to the Digital Realm
Before the Synth, was the Mellotron. In this engaging article, Lynda Arnold explores its history from its analog beginnings all the way into the digital realm.
6 Mistakes to Avoid When Recording Vocals
Recording vocals is arguably easier than recording a drum kit, but there are still common mistakes to avoid when laying down vocal tracks or recording vocal talent. Here's six things to bear in mind.
Analog vs Digital: The Psychology & Science Behind the Most Contentious Debate in Audio, Part 2
In part 2, Shane Berry continues his exploration into the science and psychology of the current conundrum for music producers: Which is better: analog or digital?
Analog vs Digital: The Psychology & Science Behind the Most Contentious Debate in Audio, Part 1
It's a question that will probably never go away: Is analog or digital better for musicians and producers? Shane Berry looks at the science and psychology behind this contentious debate.
Strategies for Using a Hardware Mixer with MIDI Hardware and a DAW
If you've got MIDI hardware and are enjoying the "analog" feel, mixing in your DAW might feel like rain on your parade, which is why incorporating a hardware mixer into your setup could set you free.
How to Revitalise Your DJ Mixes Using External Analog Effects
If you want to stand out from the crowd and help your DJ mixes sound and feel deeper then it can be worth adding external analog effects to your set. And it's a lot easier than you might think...
Audio Compressor Plugin Comparisons: Do You Really Need More Than One?
Do you really need lots of software compressors? Jay Asher provides audio examples along with his years of experience to investigate whether hardware emulating compressors are really all that unique.
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