Music Production

A collection of 43 posts

Music Production

Unveiling the Unsung Hero of Sound: Analog-to-Digital Conversion in Music Production

Analog-to-digital conversion is a crucial process that often goes unnoticed, but it plays a significant role in how we work with sound. Whether speaking into a smartphone or recording audio into a laptop, physical sound waves are transformed into binary data for computer comprehension and manipulation. This conversion technique has

Performance

Taking Your Track from Studio to the Stage

Navigating the world of live performance as a producer or solo artist can be daunting with the various roles one has to juggle. From considering options like hiring a backing band to connecting an aux cable, there are many avenues to explore. This article presents feasible suggestions for producers at

Distribution

Changing Your Artist Name: A Comprehensive Guide to Rebranding, Releasing, and Remaining True to Your Artistic Vision

Choosing an artist name is a pivotal decision that is as important as determining your musical style. However, there may come a time when you need to change your artist name for reasons such as rebranding, starting fresh, or dealing with name clashes on platforms like Spotify. Don't

Learning

Unraveling the Elusive World of Reverb: Types, Parameters, and Best Practices

Reverb, one of the most popular effects used in music, allows us to create a sense of space. However, there are many elusive aspects to this effect, such as why it occurs in the real world and how various types of digital reverb plugins in the DAW differ from each

Music Production

Expanding the Boundaries of MIDI Velocity in Software

In this blog post, we'll explore five advanced techniques that can unleash a world of creativity when using MIDI velocity.

Making Music

13 Must-Have Music-Making Apps for iOS and Android

In this post, we will explore some of the top-notch mobile music making apps divided into three categories: apps that enhance your workflow within your preferred digital audio workstation (DAW), mobile DAWs, and instruments/effects.

Strings

Enhancing Realism in Orchestral Strings: Mastering Writing, Velocity, and Expression

Achieving realism in orchestral string productions can be a challenging endeavor, even with the advancements in modern orchestral samples. In this blog post, we will explore essential techniques for enhancing the authenticity of your strings.

Music Production

Understanding Rhythm: A Comprehensive Guide to its Fundamental Elements

Creating music involves a crucial understanding of rhythm. Although we frequently use this term, its exact definition and various subtopics can be murky. So, whether you're an aspiring musician or a seasoned pro, it's essential to delve into the question: What is rhythm?

Guides

Understanding White noise, Pink noise and Brown noise

White noise, pink noise, brown noise – chances are you've come across these terms before. Whether you're familiar with them from sound design or simply as a background noise for sleep, understanding the differences between each color is important. Read more.

Guides

How to Enhance Piano Samples: Techniques for Achieving Realistic Sound Production

Being able to capture the true essence of a piano while recording is a valuable skill for any recording engineer. It involves understanding stereo instrument micing, phase relationships, and the complex nature of an instrument that spans the audible frequency range. Learn more on the Aux blog.

Synth

Exploring Granular Synthesis for Transformative Music Production

Granular synthesis, a technique that adjusts and reorders small segments of a longer sound, opens up a new world of creative possibilities. In this blog post, we will explore what granular synthesis is, how to use it.

Music Production

Unveiling the Magic of Spatial Audio: From Mono to Ambisonics

Ever wondered how some tracks sound "wide" or how explosions in movies seem to surround you? Find out in this weeks post.

Guides

Unearthing the Depths of Immersive Sound: A Journey into Binaural Audio Techniques

Recreating the encompassing experience of real-life sound is at the heart of binaural audio technology. In this post, we will delve into what binaural audio is, how it operates, and the reasons why you should consider exploring it yourself.

Guides

Why Music Theory Matters, Even for Digital Music Producers

When we think of "music theory," we may envision sheet music, textbooks, and symbols like clefs and key signatures. However, in today's digital age, music creators often rely on MIDI sequencing and innovative sample techniques. Is music theory still relevant and necessary?

Singing

Mastering De-essing: Elevate Your Vocal Productions to New Heights

De-essing is a crucial step in vocal production, with de-essers appearing on almost every vocal chain. However, these plugins are often misused and misunderstood. In this article, we will delve into the fundamentals of de-essing and uncover how you can elevate your vocal productions.

Guides

3 Tips To Listen Better to Develop Your Musical Skills

One of the most effective ways to improve your music-making abilities is by learning from the works of others. By dissecting and analyzing your favorite songs, you gain a deeper understanding of the elements that make them great.

Guides

Improving Your Feedback Skills: Constructive Criticism for Musicians

Are you giving crappy feedback? In this weeks post we lay out how to give constructive criticism to musicians you know when their share their music with you.

Music Production

Exploring the Musical Characteristics of Reggae: Incorporating the Vibes of Jamaica into Your Productions

As a competent producer, it is essential to broaden your knowledge beyond your comfort zone. In this blog post, we will delve into the five fundamental elements that define reggae music and discuss how you can use them in your own productions.

Headphones

Finding the Perfect Pair: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing the Right Headphones

In a saturated market of headphones, it can be challenging to determine which pair will best meet your needs. Are you looking for headphones for exercise or travel or music production? Let's explore the essential features that differentiate headphones and assist you in finding the perfect pair.

Drums

Drummers in 2023: Do you need them?

The role of the modern drummer has changed a lot over the years – and that’s putting it lightly. To examine the purpose of drummers, the question needs to be “What do people want from the drums?”

Tools and Tips

MIDI beats 2: Seven rhythms songwriters use for the perfect beat

Still searching for the perfect beat to your song? Let's examine some popular drumbeats that have been used to great success. No matter what genre you’re after, there tends to be a “go-to” pattern.

Tools and Tips

MIDI beats: A Songwriter's Guide to Beat-Making in Logic Pro X

Want to create your own beats but can’t afford to record them? I’ve got you covered. Today we’ll explore how you can use MIDI to record and compose your own music, and the tools you’ll need to do so.

Updates

Our Survey Results Are In!

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Recommendations

The Most Sampled Beats in Music History (and the legends behind them)

Sampling changed the face of the music industry when it took off in the 80s and 90s. It became a defining characteristic of Pop, Hip-Hop, Electronic and Dance music. To discover the roots of these beats, we have to go back to the early 70s, when funk and soul music really came alive