7 TIPS FOR WORKING WITH MIDI AND VIRTUAL INSTRUMENTS

The key to an efficient work flow when using midi and virtual instruments, is having a system that does not hinder creativity.  It should also be a system that is both inspiring and easily modifiable, as technology is always rapidly advancing.    Here’s a few tips that will boost your virtual agility in the studio and […]

7 Tips For Playing Live

The importance of the live performance is arguably at it’s highest level for some time.  Artists income and revenue streams are becoming narrower with the shift to digital streaming formats, which means artists and performers need to be at a significantly higher level to compete in the live arena.  The following tips will help you […]

5 TIPS FOR SONGWRITING WORKFLOW

Establishing an efficient songwriting workflow is a critical component of maximising your creativity.  Here’s a few tips to help you on your way to becoming a songwriting machine and keeping you productive: Get organised Make sure you have everything that you need at your fingertips and have your writing space clear of clutter.  Even if […]

8 TIPS FOR LAYERED GUITAR RECORDINGS

Capturing great guitar recordings and creating lush, layered sound can give your music amazing depth.  For many genres of music, it is one of the secrets to establishing the midrange warmth that creates a full, well-rounded sound.  The following tips provide some options for how to achieve this in your guitar recordings: Tone blending This […]

5 STEPS TO INSPIRED SONGWRITING

  There’s no question that staying motivated and inspired to write fresh, quality material is not an easy task.  Rarely can inspiration be plucked from the nethersphere, however here are a few points which will provide a manageable and systemized approach to not only keep you inspired, but ultimately productive:   INFLUENCES Some songwriters strictly […]

How does analog benefit your audio?

As we venture into an increasingly digital world, it’s important to reflect and consider the reasoning behind the processes we use to create, record and deliver our audio.  You won’t need to look far to find another article with the headline ‘analog vs digital’ or something similar.  First and foremost, it’s important that we remove […]

10 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD CONSIDER HIRING AN AUDIO PROFESSIONAL

Have you ever listened to your favourite music and wondered how they achieve THAT sound?  It could be any aspect from the song itself, how big and wide it sounds, the space, the impact, the dynamics, or just the vibe.  Writing, performing and producing your own music can be fun and rewarding.  At some point […]

The path to a great mix…

The question is often asked, what makes a great mix?  First and foremost, the subjective nature of this question makes it largely rhetorical.  Let’s take things back to the start: i.e. the basic act of listening to music.  Even as producers, audio engineers and musicians, can we honestly say that, when we are listening to […]

Latest Video – Overview of our services – presented in a fun animation!

Hi Everyone, Check out our latest video which showcases our services and presented in a fun animation format!  This video is great if you’re looking for a general overview of the audio production process and what’s involved in mixing/mastering/production.  Hope you enjoy it and I look forward to working with you soon!

March 2016 Update

Hi everyone, we’ve gone with a video this month!  All the latest updates here:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cOMQxd2GKE   You can also have a listen to our new VOICE-OVER SHOWREEL here   Cheers, Mike