Audio Hardware

Tutorial | Oct 31, 2019 by Hollin Jones

What is an audio bus, what does it do and how can it help your mixing workflow? Joe Albano explains all.

Editorial | Oct 30, 2019 by Steve H

Longtime Buchla user, synth expert and publisher Steve H reflects on his musical journey with these unique instruments and where he thinks the future of Buchla lies...

Tutorial | Oct 23, 2019 by Hollin Jones

Open up whole new worlds of recording and performance possibilities by connecting your MIDI drum kit to your virtual instruments. Matt Vanacoro shows you how to do it right.

Tutorial | Oct 21, 2019 by Joe Albano

MIDI controller keyboards come in all shapes, sizes and configurations. Joe Albano explains your options, whatever your keyboard needs may be.

Tutorial | Oct 18, 2019 by Joe Albano

M/S processing is found on a range of software and hardware processors. But what is it used for? Joe Albano demystifies this sometimes misunderstood technique.

Tutorial | Oct 12, 2019 by Suddi Raval

Moog's Minimoog Model D played a pivotal role in the development of modern music from electronic to pop and far beyond. Here's its story from creation to the present day.

Tutorial | Oct 09, 2019 by Joe Albano

There can seem a bewildering array of mics out there but in truth, your choice comes down to a few key factors. Here, Joe Albano shares his pro tips for choosing the right microphone.

Editorial | Oct 08, 2019 by Hollin Jones

iPadOS marks Apple's first major step towards making the iPad a viable laptop replacement with features like true multitasking and mouse support. Here's how it can help musicians and producers.

Tutorial | Sep 27, 2019 by Hollin Jones

By blending close and distant mics when recording drums you can get complete control over the depth and tone of your drum sound. Learn how in this video.

Tutorial | Sep 23, 2019 by Hollin Jones

Get expert guidance on how to set up, route and sound check a live drum kit to ensure the perfect take. Josh Carney shows you how.

Tutorial | Sep 22, 2019 by Hollin Jones

Mic types, which stand to choose and how to prevent plosives are just some of the techniques explained in this short video on setting up your podcast system.

Editorial | Sep 12, 2019 by Matt Vanacoro

There are plenty of ways to earn money in the music business, many of which didn't even exist in the 'good old days'. Matt Vanacoro explains that it's not all doom and gloom...

Tutorial | Sep 08, 2019 by Matt Vanacoro

Going on the road with your music gear can have many pitfalls that might throw a spanner in the works. But with Matt Vanacoro's pro tips, you can avoid them. Read on to find out how.

Tutorial | Sep 04, 2019 by Matt Vanacoro

Good monitor placement is key to understanding your mixes. Matt Vanacoro explains some of the fundamentals of placement and setup that you need to know.

Tutorial | Aug 31, 2019 by Hollin Jones

Using RAID drives in your music setup can mean better performance and data security. Joe Albano explains how, in under two minutes.