The Biggest Misconceptions Artists Have About Mixing and Mastering
Mixing and mastering are two of the most misunderstood stages of music production. Most artists understand the basic idea. Mixing combines all the individual elements of a song into a finished stereo mix, while mastering prepares that finished mix for release. But beyond that, expectations can vary enormously. Some people expect mixing to completely transform […]
GEAR REVIEW: ANTELOPE SATORI
Welcome to my first blog of 2021, today I’m starting off the year with a review of one of my favourite pieces of gear; the Antelope Audio Satori monitor controller! WHAT IS IT? The Antelope Satori is an analog Mastering Grade Monitor Controller with a bunch of very usable and practical features that can be […]
TOP 5 HOME STUDIO ESSENTIALS
Whether you are planning to record, mix or master, setting up a home studio definitely takes some thought. I would like to provide you with a brief overview of some the essential pieces of kit to help you get going with your home studio. *PREFACE: I’m making the assumption that you already have a computer […]
HOW TO PROJECT MANAGE YOUR MUSIC PRODUCTION
Project management probably doesn’t sound like the most creative musical topic on the surface, however is something that can be very useful if you’re overseeing or coordination your own music production. The following points outline some general considerations and workflows to consider when implementing project management into your productions to help maximise your efficient and […]
MIX ANALYSIS – “I.G.Y” by Donald Fagen
CLICK HERE to listen to “I.G.Y.” on Spotify Released in 1982 and still widely considered an audiophile reference album, “The Nightfly” by Donald Fagen is a sure-fire classic. In this month’s article, I am focusing on track 1, the notable “I.G.Y.”. The song really sets the tone for the album and is both sonically and […]
7 ELEMENTS OF A GREAT MIX…
The key fundamentals that combine to produce a high quality audio mix have essentially remained constant for many years. Certainly, the path to achieving the results and the tools we use are continually evolving, but often the end goal is ultimately the same. The following list encompasses some of the critical elements that I consider […]
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 […]
