Recording & Production

Tutorial | Nov 13, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Drums, basses and other sounds can really shine and stand out when you apply the correct amount and type of compression. Joe Albano shows you how this works in practice.

Tutorial | Nov 09, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Advanced tools like iZotope's Insight 2 allow remarkably detailed audio analysis. Joe Albano explains the fundamentals of audio metering, and why you need to know them.

Tutorial | Nov 08, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Machine learning tools in iZotope's Nectar 3 take the guesswork out of setting up a great vocal sound. Here, Josh Carney shows you how it does its magic.

Editorial | Oct 31, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

is the new iPad Pro 2018 Apple announced yesterday really able to replace a modern laptop? How will musicians and producers and DJs cope without a headphone connection on this premium machine?

Editorial | Oct 25, 2018 by Hollin Jones

You've heard them on countless records and some have even helped to define entire genres of music. Here are 7 of the most legendary drum machines of all time.

Editorial | Oct 19, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

Earlier this year we bid a fond farewell to SONAR. It looked to have truly kicked the bucket, that is until BandLab took over the reins and injected life back into the DAW. But how is it doing now?

Tutorial | Oct 05, 2018 by Matt Vanacoro

See how Matt Vanacoro uses UAD's Century Tube and Apollo Twin units to record in his studio with this hands-on video tutorial.

Tutorial | Oct 03, 2018 by Noah Pred

Legato Mode and Follow Actions are core components of Live's Session View that open up powerful new frontiers of creativity for stage and studio. Here's how they work.

Tutorial | Sep 30, 2018 by Hollin Jones

No matter which DAW you use, here are some universal tips and techniques that will help you streamline your workflow and work smarter, not harder.

Tutorial | Sep 26, 2018 by Joe Albano

Correctly calibrating your monitors using software like Sonarworks' Reference 4 can help your mixes by providing more accurate sonic reproduction. Joe Albano shows you how it's done.

Tutorial | Sep 24, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Hear a product specialist from Embertone demonstrate the unique sound and amazing versatility of the Steinway D VSTi in this video - and watch the whole recorded MasterClass for free.

Tutorial | Sep 22, 2018 by Hollin Jones

With several different ways to incorporate iZotope's RX7 suite into your DAW workflow, you'll be repairing, analysing and fixing your audio tracks in no time at all.

Tutorial | Sep 20, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Mixing in the box, using software only, can provide a lot more scope and flexibility when it comes to making your tracks shine. Here's five quick tips to help you mix better without hardware.

Tutorial | Sep 08, 2018 by Matt Vanacoro

Need to add tracks to something that wasn't recorded to a click? With Digital Performer's tempo mapping tools, it's no problem. Matt Vanacoro shows you how.

Tip | Sep 07, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Make your bass shake and your drums cut through - here are 5 ways to ensure your dub tracks can do the business.