You’ve surely heard of the LoFi study girl on YouTube… But do you know what truly makes LoFi… LoFi? In this guide, we’ll break down the specific characteristics of LoFi music, focusing on drums, bass, synths, and other sounds that…
If you’re a beginner looking to dive into the exciting world of music production, there’s never been a better time to start. With the availability of online learning resources and courses, you can acquire the skills and knowledge needed to…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…