There are some difficulties when it comes to recording in a home studio. I’ve put together five or so home studios, as well as two commercial studios, and I’ve learned a few things when it comes to getting the best sound possible.
The room is priority #1. The biggest mistake people make is buying an expensive mic and an expensive preamp then putting it in an improperly treated room or closet. Next, step out off your damn closet. Sound energy propagates through space and reflects off boundaries. Those reflections continue until the energy itself dissipates.
Read more about this here: https://theproaudiofiles.com/recording-vocals-in-a-home-studio/
Archives for January 2019
A Complete Guide To Making Beats
Beat making has basically taken over the modern music scene. Knowing how to do it correctly is now an essential skill for music making. With this comes an outpour on beat making software to address the rising demand for beat makers.
Here are tips for beat making including the best software out in the market.
If you are just starting and essentially know nothing about beat making here is what you will be needing to start. A “DAW” – Digital Audio Workstation, this will serve as a place to record on your computer all your music projects. Playback, mix, edit and arrange them as desired.
Read more here: https://www.loopmasters.com/articles/4197
Compressors: What And When To Use It
With the number of compressors available today, most engineers would be familiar with them but when it comes to their difference and what they really do, there is not much information available.
Although most compressors today are based on four different electronic building blocks there are still differences and here is a breakdown of them. Here is a list of characteristics and how we can actually use them.
Optical Style:
With the use of a light bulb and photocell, there is quite a delay that gives this type a distinctive attack and release time. Best time to use it is for vocals.
Read more here: https://www.prosoundweb.com/channels/recording/the-different-types-of-compressors-and-when-to-use-them/
Soft Synths Top 6
Here are the top 6 synths available at the market today in their respective categories,
For classic synths, nothing comes close to emulating and recreating than the Arturia V Collection 6 named as the ultimate vintage-keyboard package. If you wish to have every classic synth but really is limited by your resources this one is definitely for you. With 21 classic synths and boards and over 6,000 sounds almost perfectly emulated.
If you are working on a budget then Rob Papen Go2 is just what you are looking for with 600 presets and effects to choose from this sure is a steal for its price.
Read more here: https://www.musictech.net/guides/best-soft-synths/
Best of 2018: MIDI Controllers
The Sl Mlll and the Korg Nano 2 are two of the top MIDI controllers of the 2018 years. Each of these controllers provides the user with great performance, great price, durability, and more. But, these two MIDI controllers are just two of the best that your money can buy. buy one of the top MIDI controllers recommended by experts and rest assured you’re getting a product that exceeds all of your needs and expectations.
Key Takeaways:
- This SL MKIII is from Novation which already produces Launchkey controllers that are very popular. The SL MKIII though is for the musician who needs more control.
- The SL MKIII comes in a 49 key and 61 key size. It has a comprehensive feature set that makes it able to play the role of several devices.
- The Korg software has become popular with music producers and and songwriters everywhere and it’s Nano 2 Midi controller comes in a variety of bright colors.
“This year saw updates and new releases covering everything from keyboards and Eurorack modules to chord assistants and MIDI guitars.”
Read more: https://ask.audio/articles/best-of-2018-midi-controllers