Independent artists now have access to purchase hundreds of thousands of beats and backing tracks online, making it much easier to create high-quality tracks. While purchasing your beat is a great place to start, it’s…

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YouTube music tutorial channel The Cosmic Academy have just dropped 5 essential tips to help you improve the sound and quality of your productions. In their words – 5 ways to prevent you from sounding…
Whether you’re a veteran behind the decks or just starting out, understanding and appreciating the fundamentals of DJing is key. These 7 important rules form the backbone of what makes a great DJ. Live by…
In this insightful short, Jerry from the Mix with Jerry channel, shares a great tip for more controlled vocal compression. While most of us will apply a single compressor to handle a vocal track, Jerry…
In this latest post by Cableguys, the subject of glueing mixes and sub-mixes together is covered. So what does glueing in relation to production refer to? It’s the process of taking multiple sound sources and…
So you may have heard the term mid-side EQ banded about in regards to mixing. But what does it actually refer to? In this guide, we will be taking a trip to the mid-side, and…
Introduction Channel strip plugins serve as versatile tools that bring together several essential processors in one convenient package. These plugins are akin to a virtual rack of gear, offering a collection of tools typically used…
In the intricate world of audio mixing, there are tools aplenty to sculpt sound. The De-Esser is one such tool but it’s often overlooked and its powers underestimated. Used well, a de-esser can elevate your…
The mixdown of all of your music ideas into one single well-balanced file is an artform in itself. But what are the best tools for translating these sounds to your ears in the best possible…
As a music producer, knowing how to improve your mixes and make your productions sound as professional as possible is just as important as having the right snare! In such a competitive field the way…