Normalization is another example of an audio recording concept whose term is both misleading, needlessly confusing. What Does Normalization Mean? Basically it means turning up the volume. Well, technically it is "increasing the gain." But that's … [Continue reading] about Normalization Myths
EQ Settings To Start With
EQ (equalization) is a very useful concept and tool in audio recording. If you want to brush up on what it is all about, check out our article here: What is Equalization, Usually Called EQ? When first learning how to use EQ, it can be confusing to … [Continue reading] about EQ Settings To Start With
Cool Audio Stuff – Online White Noise Generator
Have you ever been trying to concentrate at your computer when something you hear around you keeps pulling your attention away or distracting you? This happened all the time when I worked in an office made up of cubicles and about 2 dozen other … [Continue reading] about Cool Audio Stuff – Online White Noise Generator
Mastering a Song – What Does It Mean?
I just read this question: What does mastering a song mean? That's a great question, actually. Here's the answer: nobody knows. Nobody, that is, but a small and exclusive cabal whose members are sworn to keep the sacred arts a secret … [Continue reading] about Mastering a Song – What Does It Mean?
What is An AD Converter?
What is an AD converter? Well, "AD" means "analog-to-digital."So an AD Converter is basically a translator for audio. It takes audio from one end and changes it to something a computer can understand, spitting that out the other end. The result of … [Continue reading] about What is An AD Converter?