When recording, we have a huge array of choices and setups we can use. Using the X/Y configuration is one of the most common ones, but there is also the Mid-side configuration which can give you some added flavors. Some people seem to think that this one is the better option. This begs the question, …
Mid-Side Vs X/Y; Which is better and when to use them? Read More »
So, you’ve been wondering how to get the most out of your Zoom H2n right? Maybe you tried recording with it but didn’t really know how and where to place it, on which settings, etc. I did a lot of research and also recorded lots of songs on that recorder, so I hope to be …
How to record VOCALS and GUITAR using only the ZOOM H2n Read More »
Have you ever wondered how to record “radio quality” music at your own home? I have too, for a long time. It might seem almost impossible to most people and I’m going to be honest, it’s not an easy task. High-end music studios are successful for a reason, because they allow you to get the …
We all want our recordings to sound as good as possible, but let’s face it, unwanted noise is probably the most common issue for people who are trying to record music at home, or even for Pod-casters. Getting your room to be as quiet as a professional studio is almost impossible and costs a lot …
How to REMOVE Background Noise from Audio for Free Read More »
You probably heard this too, that if you want to mix a song properly you will need an “uncolored” room, with acoustic treatment to avoid all the problems that could be generated from sound reflecting all over the place So, isn’t it absolutely reasonable to ask this question? If it is possible to record & …
Is it possible to record & mix a song using ONLY headphones? Read More »
We all know how frustrating it can be when we want to record a new song outside, only to hear those annoying wind noises all over the recording! I’ve had this issue loads of times, so I did a lot of research and found some great ways to improve the quality of the recordings and …
8 GREAT tips to AVOID WIND NOISE when recording outside! Read More »
I`m sure this has happened to all of us once getting into music recording and mixing. You record a track and want to add some effects but have no idea if it should be an “insert” effect or a “send” effect. Let´s start by comparing the two: An INSERT effect is inserted directly into the …
Sends and Inserts; When should each of them be used? Read More »
You probably had this happen to you at some point. You download an Amp Sim and get excited thinking that it´s going to sound perfectly right from the get go, only to find that it sounds absolutely awful. Wait! Don’t uninstall it just yet, you probably haven´t configured it right! If done correctly, it will …
Tips on How to make a Guitar Amp Simulator Sound Great! Read More »
We all want the best sound, but getting a great guitar, amp, pedals and so on is quite expensive, so why break the bank when you can get some Virtual Instruments that will do the job. Of course they will not sound EXACTLY like the real thing, but close enough! There are many Guitar VST …
12 Best FREE Guitar VST Plugins that actually sound Great! Read More »
I´ve been playing Guitar for over 16 years now and I always find it hard to write songs, I have an idea and think “ oh, this is actually a great piece of music” but as soon as I grab my guitar and actually try to transform that idea into something real, it gets hard… …
