October 2024
What Does Remastered Mean in Music?
You’ve probably seen the term “remastered” used on music that you’ve bought or streamed before. But do you know what the term means? Does remastered necessarily mean “better?” And, what’s more: Is remastering something you should consider for your older releases? The term “remastered” is commonly seen in the music industry, particularly on older tracks […]
How to Build a Home Recording Studio from Scratch
Building a home recording studio used to be expensive and complicated, costing thousands of dollars and requiring extensive technical knowledge. But thanks to technological advancements, making music at home is now easier than ever before. The article from Official Gaetano provides a comprehensive guide on setting up a home recording studio, emphasizing affordable and effective […]
Vinyl vs. CDs: What sounds better? | Disc Makers
I’d like to discuss a topic that is sure to spark a lot of passionate debate: I want to talk about sound quality. Specifically, I want to try to answer the question, Does your music sound better on vinyl vs. CD? The article from Disc Makers Blog, penned by Tony van Veen, delves into the […]
AI can now master your music—and it does shockingly well
AI-powered mastering systems allow endless tweaking (mastering engineers generally offer a specific number of revisions). They return results within a minute (mastering engineers might need up to a week). They are comparatively cheap (mastering engineers might charge anywhere from $30 up to a few hundred bucks a track, depending on their experience). And now they […]
Remote production for indie artists: Getting started.
It doesn’t matter where a producer is. You can work with them without physically being with them, thanks to technology and the internet. The article “Remote Production for Indie Artists: Getting Started” by Caleb J. Murphy on Bandzoogle provides a comprehensive guide for musicians and producers navigating the realm of remote music production. The process, […]
Perfecting Your Music Production Workflow – Notetracks
We all have different workflows in our digital audio workstations (DAWs), and it’s not uncommon for them to change over time! Unfortunately, some producers never focus on their workflow as a way to improve their productions. The blog article “Perfecting Your Music Production Workflow” from Notetracks provides a comprehensive guide to optimizing your music production […]
New to mixing? How to mix your own music | Native Instruments Blog
Learning how to mix your own music is a critical skill for all music producers. It provides an additional layer of creative control and helps listeners experience your music more deeply. The blog post from Native Instruments provides a comprehensive guide on mixing your own music, emphasizing the importance of this skill for music producers. […]
How to Program Realistic Drums – Songwriting Essentials
Drum programming is a big deal in today’s music world. It’s everywhere – in pop songs, hip-hop tracks, electronic music, you name it. But there’s a trick to it. The article from “How to Write Better Songs” delves into the intricate process of programming realistic drums, transforming digital beats into lifelike rhythms. It emphasizes the […]
Recycle Your Old Projects – Pheek’s Mixdown and Mastering
The way I approach making music, ultimately speaking, is to be able to first find a very original idea and then put it in context quickly so you can work to give it a timeline. The blog post from Pheek’s Mixdown and Mastering, titled “Recycle Your Old Projects,” delves into the concept of maximizing the […]
Home Recording Studio Setup: 11 Essential Items
If you aspire to be a recording artist, chances are you are considering creating a home studio. Home studios can be as simple as recording on your phone or as complicated as any world-class professional studio. The article from Disc Makers Blog, titled “Home Recording Studio Setup: 11 Essential Items,” penned by Chris Huff, offers […]