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What Is 60 Cycle Hum

What Is 60 Cycle Hum

Unwanted noise can be a major challenge in audio recording and production. One common annoyance that stands out is the so-called 60 cycle hum. This audio anomaly can cause many different issues…

What Is Gain Staging And How It Works

What Is Gain Staging And How It Works

There are various concepts and terminology in mixing and one of them is gain staging. Gain staging is a very important step in mixing but many times it’s skipped by beginner mixing…

How To Choose A Microphone

How To Choose A Microphone

Having a good-sounding microphone in a home studio is crucial for high-quality recordings. When you have a good microphone, you will be able to record instruments and vocals with a professional sound….

Dynamic vs Condenser Mic

Dynamic vs Condenser Mic

Two main types of microphones are dynamic and condenser and you should have both types in your studio. Each type of microphone is great for recording however both of them have some…

What Is A Dynamic Microphone

What Is A Dynamic Microphone

Dynamic microphones convert sound waves into electrical signals using electromagnetic induction. It is called a dynamic microphone because it operates on the principle of electromagnetic induction in a dynamic or moving coil….

Phantom Power Explained

Phantom Power Explained

There are many technical terms and concepts in audio recording and engineering that can be confusing for beginners. And one of the concepts or features in the recording world is phantom power…

Audio Interface vs Mixer

Audio Interface vs Mixer

When it comes to music recording devices, you need to choose between an audio interface and an audio mixer. Both are great for that purpose and offer a variety of features and…

How To Choose An Audio Interface

How To Choose An Audio Interface

When you decide to build a recording studio, perhaps the first challenge you come across is to choose an audio interface. If you don’t know many things about them, it will be…

What Is An Audio Interface

What Is An Audio Interface

An audio interface is a piece of hardware used to connect audio equipment such as guitar and bass to a computer and it’s the most popular recording device. They use USB connectivity…

Types Of Acoustic Guitars

Types Of Acoustic Guitars

There are different types of acoustic guitars and every type has a different shape, and size, and produces different kinds of sound. Some guitars are great for strumming, some sound great when…

How To Use AI In Music

How To Use AI In Music

Music has always been a form of art that has the ability to elicit emotions, captivate listeners, and unite people. The incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) in the music industry in recent…

How To Hold A Guitar Pick

How To Hold A Guitar Pick

Regardless of your level of experience, the way you hold a guitar pick can significantly affect the sound and playability. There are different ways of holding a pick and many famous guitarists…