Learn about the origins of the lo-fi sound, including saturation, wow, flutter, and tape delay—and how the quirks of analog tape machines have translated to the digital domain.
Recording
From mic placement to acoustic treatment, we showcase five production techniques that are fundamental for recording live bands.
Let’s talk about what a DI box is and explore the variety of applications that make it a useful addition to studios and concert venues alike.
Make the most of your home studio setup in 2023 with these 20 top-notch audio interfaces.
No matter if you’re singing, rapping, or podcasting, these are 13 of the best microphones for recording vocals in 2023.
Explore some tips, facts, and thoughts that pertain to the timeless debate between using analog vs. digital effects when recording guitar performances.
Learn about what vocal comping is and explore 15 tips you can use when recording, selecting takes, and cleaning up to get the best final results possible.
Learn about what binaural audio is, how it works, and why it’s a technique that’s gaining popularity across different musical (and non-musical) contexts.
Learn about how speakers work, the unique history behind loudspeakers, and seven key related concepts that you’ll want to know.
Jenna Andrews (BTS, Drake) shares five of her best pop vocal production tips, covering a wide breadth of topics ranging mic selection to the importance of building relationships.
Learn about how an audio interface works, why you would need one as a musician, and which interfaces you should consider purchasing in 2022.
We explore what guitar amp simulator plugins are, how they sound, their pros and cons, and some of the best options out there today.