Sidechain compression is a form of audio ducking that many professional tracks make use of. Sidechain compression is when the level of one signal triggers a compressor to act on another signal. In electronic music,…
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Introducing the ultimate form of compression for punchy & aggressive drums, impactful bass, clear vocals: parallel compression. But what is parallel compression? Well for starters, it’s a way of compressing your sounds with heavy compression…
Of all the different types of EQs available, dynamic EQs are one fo the most impressive & versatile. It’s common knowledge that good EQ practice is important for the final quality of your mixdown and…
An EQ of any kind is a filter. More to the point, an EQ allows you to adjust the amplitude of a frequency or band of frequencies within an audio signal. Said audio signal can…
You may have come to realise that without the proper processing chain in place, applying reverb to your vocals can get messy – quickly. But there are easy solutions. In this article, we’re talking about…
Learning how to use an arpeggiator is one of the most fun learning curves in music production. Before we dive into how to use an arpeggiator, let’s talk about arpeggios. An arpeggio is simply a…
A kick drum needs to be deep, punchy and a propulsive force in your music. Therefore, a limp kick drum could make your song seem flat! It’s important for your kick drum to connect with…
Sidechaining is a crucial tool in music production. The concept is simple: attenuate the volume of one sound when another plays. But… why do we need sidechaining? The most common application for sidechain compression is…
Both music stems and multitracks in music are key collaboration tools in music production. Not only are they useful for collaboration between musicians, they’re also tools for tracking, editing, mixing, remixing, and mastering audio. The…
You & your two close friends start a musical group. The future is looking bright. You’ve been making dope music together and you’ve found some commercial success. But then money gets in the way. One…
