Leapwing Audio teamed up with the legendary Al Schmitt, a mix engineer with 20 Grammys, to create a new plugin. It's designed to bring his signature sound to your mixes with simple controls. I was curious to see if it lived up to the hype, especially since Leapwing
Ever wonder if freezing your tracks in your DAW actually hurts your sound? This video tackles that exact question, explaining how a working pro engineer approaches saving processing power without sacrificing audio quality. It's all about understanding the tools and workflows available to you. Key Takeaways * Freezing tracks
This video takes you through the entire process of creating a song from scratch, transforming a classic dance track into a slow, cinematic pop ballad. We cover everything from initial chord progressions and instrument layering to vocal recording, mixing, and mastering, all within Ableton 12. Key Takeaways * Start with a
This past weekend, I found myself in a situation no artist wants to be in: my album was removed from Spotify due to "artificial streams." After investing a significant amount of my own money, around $100,000, into creating this music, seeing it disappear was incredibly disheartening. I
This weekend, I decided to dive into creating a lo-fi hip-hop track from the ground up. It was a journey through virtual instruments, analog synths, recording vocals, and finally mixing and mastering everything into a finished song. I'm taking you through the whole process, from setting
Music production can feel overwhelming, with so much to learn. But sometimes, focusing on one specific setting can make a huge difference. Today, we're talking about reverb and, more specifically, the pre-delay setting. It's a simple adjustment that can really help your vocals sit perfectly
This video dives into the Pulsar Vocal Studio, a new channel strip plugin for vocals. While it looks like many others on the market, the reviewer decided to put it to the test to see if it offers anything new or if it's just another average tool. Key
Ever wonder why some EQ moves just work while others make your mix sound thin or muddy? It's not magic, it's physics. This video breaks down the science behind equalization, explaining how frequencies interact with sound and how you can use that knowledge to make better
Just got my hands on the Arturia AudioFuse interface, and I had to share my thoughts. Even with all the gear I already have, this little box stands out. It's the smallest in the AudioFuse lineup, but don't let the size fool you – it's
Exciting things are happening at Echo Bar Recording Studio in Los Angeles. We're gearing up to record a new course on how to capture drums using just an 8-mic setup and your interface's stock preamps. This course will dive deep into mic placement, experimenting with
The TC Electronic DVR 250 Digital Vintage Reverb is a unit that truly impressed me, not once, but twice. The first time was when I saw and felt the quality of its physical controller. The second, and more importantly, was when I heard the incredible sound it produces. This isn&
This is the story of an independent artist who poured $100,000 into her debut album, only to have it removed from Spotify after a year and a half. It highlights the struggles artists face with streaming platforms, social media promotion, and the low royalty payouts, ultimately leading to a