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How to Fix Harshness in Your Mix for a Smoother Sound
The last thing you want is for your listeners to turn off your music because the mix sounds harsh. The article from Mastering The Mix offers a comprehensive guide to identifying and resolving harshness in music mixes—an issue where certain frequency ranges (primarily between 1 kHz and 10 kHz) become overly prominent, making a track […]
A Studio Professional’s Guide to Content Creation – The AirGigs Music Production Blog
Content creation has become an essential part of any marketing strategy—especially for musicians and studio professionals looking to grow their audience. This comprehensive guide helps studio professionals—engineers, producers, mixers, and session musicians—build an authentic and effective content strategy to boost visibility, connect with clients, and grow their personal brand in the digital space. It emphasizes […]
Demystifying Music Production: A Beginner’s Guide
Embarking on the journey of music production can seem daunting, but with the right tools and knowledge, it’s an accessible and rewarding endeavor. Here’s a curated summary of essential insights for aspiring music producers. Understanding Music Production Music production is the art and science of creating a complete musical piece. It encompasses composing melodies, arranging […]
5 Ways to Mic a Snare Drum
After lead vocals, drums are the most important element in any recording, and it’s essential to make thoughtful choices regarding both microphones and mic placement. This article, written by producer and multi-instrumentalist Katie Marie, explores different techniques for miking a snare drum to achieve the best possible sound in studio recordings or live performances. […]
Brian Eno taught me these 10 lessons in his music-making workshop
Missed your chance to attend Brian Eno’s class? Here are some key lessons to help anyone explore fresh ideas and methods for making music This article shares 10 key lessons from Brian Eno’s music-making workshop, covering his creative process, experimental techniques, and unconventional approaches to composition and production. 1. Boredom is Important 2. Taking Things […]
What Exactly Does A Music Producer Do?
In essence, a music producer acts as the project manager for the recording, ensuring that the final product aligns with the artist’s vision while meeting industry standards. This article explains the multifaceted role of a music producer in the creation of a song or album, comparing their role to that of a project manager overseeing […]
10 lessons everyone in music can learn from Quincy Jones
Quincy Jones lived a life almost too impossible to believe. His successes, struggles, and profound creativity, can teach us a lot about the true power of music Quincy Jones, a visionary and influential figure in music, has left a legacy of invaluable lessons drawn from his prolific career. Here are ten insights from his life […]
Music production 101: How to start producing music.
Want to start producing music? Learn all about the basics of music production including home setup, audio recording, sound design, mixing, mastering, and more. The article “Music production 101: How to start producing music” from the Native Instruments Blog provides a comprehensive overview of the music production process, tailored for beginners and aspiring producers. Here’s […]
Best free plugins 2024: 15 of the best free synth plugins
These soft synths should be worth a pretty penny, considering their robust features, but they’re completely free! We round up the most impressive free software synths on the market. The article from MusicTech, titled “Best free plugins 2024: 15 of the best free synth plugins,” provides a comprehensive guide to the top freeware synthesizers available […]
How to compose music: a beginner’s guide | Native Instruments Blog
Music takes the listener on a journey from absolute silence to a first sound and through a whole trajectory back to silence. How we go about what happens in the middle of this has infinite possibilities, and there are no right or wrong ways to approach it. The article from Native Instruments Blog titled “How […]