The gear we use to create and perfect the music we make is so important and also a huge amount of fun. Let's face it, this should really be called "toys".
If you’re relatively new to music production, it can often be quite hard to get to grips with the sheer amount of information there is to learn, as well as the complexity of some of the equipment and the various instruments. However, if you want to be successful in...
When creating your own home recording studio or just taking your recordings to the next level, it is often common practice to use a pop filter with your microphone. You know the mesh circle that you see every singer use in the studio. Although, people often neglect to explain what...
Commonly used within film and television, a lavalier is a useful piece of equipment that has revolutionized broadcasting. But what exactly is a lavalier, and how are they used within the industry? Lavalier: What Is It? A lavalier is a type of microphone used within film and television broadcasting. Characterized...
While the term ‘noise gate’ might sound confusing, it actually refers to an important piece of technology used within live musical recording, music production and performance, serving many purposes to both the musicians themselves, and the overall outcome of the music. But what exactly is a noise gate, and how...
Impedance is one of the important concepts in audio. Impedance is the difference between the voltage that a conductor experiences and the voltage that it would be expected to experience under the same conditions. Impedance is the measure of how hard it is for a signal to travel through a...
When it comes to entering a recording studio, there are often so many different types of equipment and tools that you can use, that if you’re new to the world of music recording, then it can be confusing trying to decipher what each piece of equipment is used for!...
If you’re in the process of building a sound system at home or for your car, you might be wondering what a subwoofer does and whether you need one. These speakers can seem a bit confusing and even unnecessary if you aren’t familiar with sound systems, but they’...
If you’re a musician trying to add a unique flair to your music with audio manipulation, you might have come across the term ‘flanging’. This handy technique produces a sweepy, whooshing effect and adds a bit of flair to your music. But what exactly is a flanger, and how...
Building a vocal chain is a succession of stages starting with a singer and ending with a sound you are happy with. But what goes into this process, and what are the best vocal chains for different music genres? While there are many different features and processes that can be...