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We meed to be able to find mics that are good for a variety of purposes. The latest version of iRig Mic HD is going to allow you to record music in detail oriented fashion. People understand the need to get the dubbing process right, trying to get people to embrace the overall scene. It is not easy to make money in the music business, but Apple is trying to create opportunities with their recording equipment. Recording equipment has to be manufactured with the needs of a newer generation in mind.

Key Takeaways:

• This mic is the successor to IK's previous Mic HD and intended to put high resolution sound into your hands anywhere you go
• The microphone has 24-bit resolution and sample rates to 96kHz with a response of 20Hz – 20kHz
• iRig Mic HD 2 also includes Mac and PC compatible software T-RackS Classic, Mic Room, and Ableton Live 9 Lite

“iRig Mic HD 2 offers unmatched quality and versatility at the most affordable price.”

Read more: http://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/irigmichd2/

When recording vocals in your own home, there are a few pesky aspects that are worth looking into. To begin, there are sounds called ‘plosives’ that can cause distortion to sound. These sounds (‘p’s, and ‘b’s) can be minimized by the use of a machine called a pop filter. This is a worthwhile addition to any home studio. Because the best microphones are meant to pick up all noises, it is important to pick a spot in your home that has the least amount of ambient sound and it is best to insulate that area.

Key Takeaways:

• It’s possible to record great vocals with a home based setup, and the home space can put a vocalist at ease
• To achieve the best sound, start with investing in a good quality cardioid condenser microphone
• Every space is different and you will need to experiment to find the ideal spot for recording

“For all the challenges you’ll face recording in a home studio, vocals can be one of the most difficult.”

Read more: http://blog.discmakers.com/2017/10/recording-vocals-in-a-home-studio/

Moving from using your audio compressor in a one setting works for every situation to customizing use can elevate recording work to a new level. Compression ratios make a difference in sound. Tracks can be enhanced by finding the best ratio. The attack setting in the compressor can be used to help a track breath. A surprise tweak is to verify that use of an audio compressor is truly improving the sound quality of a track.

Key Takeaways:

• Being able to correctly use a compressor is critical to making a track sound the way it was intended
• A lower ratio has more punch, a higher one has more control
• Increasing the volume of a track is not the same as increasing the quality of the track

“The idea is to get the compressor to breathe with the tempo of the song.”

Read more: http://bobbyowsinskiblog.com/2017/10/11/compressor-tweaks/

There are 3 steps to get your songs in music libraries. Indie musicians that lack a lot of connections can use music libraries to get music licensing opportunities. One million streams on Spotify will get you about 3 grand. The first step you need to take is to get your music ready for licensing. The second step is to research music libraries. Music libraries are just one of the ways you can seek music licensing opportunities.

Key Takeaways:

• Do not worry about being a perfectionist when submitting tracks for licensing, it is hard to say what exactly will end up being liked.
• Audio quality is very important when submitting your music to music libraries.
• Take the time to research the music libraries to make sure your music is a good fit for them.

“Don’t worry if you don’t have a publisher, a big catalog, or a top mastering engineer working on your tracks. You don’t need any of those things to get your music licensed.”

Read more: http://blog.discmakers.com/2017/10/get-your-songs-in-music-libraries/

There are ten tips for the perfect DAW template. One of the tips that people can implement is setting up midi ans well as audio tracks with your most favorite instrument or samples. This will give you a great starting point. Another tip that you can try is naming and coloring everything so it makes logical sense. You should also use the same channels very consistently. You should also add standard effects to every single thing.

Key Takeaways:

• Coloring each of your audio tabs is an easy way to start getting organized.
• Organization, in any business, is key to producing good work.
• Making sure that each of your information files are in their respective channels will help prevent confusion later on.

“If you haven’t already, then set up a DAW Template to improve your workflow.”

Read more: http://www.musictech.net/2017/09/10-tips-perfect-daw-template/