Skip to content
Record, Mix & Master

Record, Mix & Master

From Room Acoustics to Final Mix. Your Guide to Pro Sound.

Facebook FacebookFacebook Group Facebook GroupX XInstagram InstagramYouTube YouTubeTikTok TikTok
Record, Mix & Master
Record, Mix & Master
From Room Acoustics to Final Mix. Your Guide to Pro Sound.
  • Why You Must Avoid Placing Speakers Mid-Height

    Why You Must Avoid Placing Speakers Mid-Height

    Why You Must Avoid Placing Speakers Mid-Height Forget left and right for a moment. Let’s talk about up and down. Specifically, why placing your speakers exactly halfway between the floor…

    Read More Why You Must Avoid Placing Speakers Mid-HeightContinue

  • Choosing the Right Set of Studio Nearfield Monitors

    Choosing the Right Set of Studio Nearfield Monitors

    Choosing the Right Set of Studio Nearfield Monitors When it comes to setting up a professional or home studio, one of the most critical decisions you’ll make is choosing the…

    Read More Choosing the Right Set of Studio Nearfield MonitorsContinue

  • How to Select the Right Drum Microphones

    How to Select the Right Drum Microphones

    How to Select the Right Drum Microphones How to Select the Right Drum Microphones: Recording drums is one of the most exciting yet challenging tasks in music production. The right…

    Read More How to Select the Right Drum MicrophonesContinue

  • Do Different DAWs Sound Different?

    Do Different DAWs Sound Different?

    Do Different DAWs Sound Different? Do Different DAWs Sound Different? – In the world of music production, few topics spark as much debate as whether different Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs)…

    Read More Do Different DAWs Sound Different?Continue

  • Master Bus Compression: Why, When, and How to Use It - Master bus compression is a popular technique in music production and audio engineering. Used correctly, it can glue your mix together, provide consistency, and give your tracks a polished, professional sound. However, using it incorrectly can do more harm than good. In this article, we’ll explore the reasons for using master bus compression, when it’s appropriate, and how to apply it effectively. We'll also discuss its pros and cons to help you make informed decisions.

    Master Bus Compression: Why When and How to Use It

    Master Bus Compression: Why When and How to Use It Master Bus Compression: Why, When, and How to Use It – Master bus compression is a popular technique in music…

    Read More Master Bus Compression: Why When and How to Use ItContinue

  • Understanding Normalized and Half-Normalized Patchbays - A patchbay is an essential tool that simplifies signal routing, improves workflow, and minimizes the need to constantly plug and unplug cables. But when it comes to selecting the right patchbay, you’ll encounter terms like “normalized” and “half-normalized.” Understanding the difference between these two configurations and knowing when to use each can have a profound impact on the efficiency of your studio. This blog post will explain what normalized and half-normalized patchbays are, how they work, and why you might choose one configuration over the other (or both) in your studio.

    Understanding Normalized and Half-Normalized Patchbays

    Understanding Normalized and Half-Normalized Patchbays Introduction Understanding Normalized and Half-Normalized Patchbays – A patchbay is an essential tool that simplifies signal routing, improves workflow, and minimizes the need to constantly…

    Read More Understanding Normalized and Half-Normalized PatchbaysContinue

  • Soft Clippers: How Why and When to Use Them

    Soft Clippers: How Why and When to Use Them

    Soft Clippers: How Why and When to Use Them Introduction Soft Clippers: How Why and When to Use Them – Dynamic control tools like compressors, limiters, and clippers are essential…

    Read More Soft Clippers: How Why and When to Use ThemContinue

  • Use a Breath Controller for Realistic MIDI Brass & Wind Parts - Want to bring your MIDI brass and wind parts to life? A breath controller might be the missing link. Discover how, why, when, and how much it costs to use one with virtual instruments like Kontakt horns, AIR Instruments Xpand!2 brass, and more.

    Use a Breath Controller for Realistic MIDI Brass & Wind Parts

    Use a Breath Controller for Realistic MIDI Brass & Wind Parts Use a Breath Controller for Realistic MIDI Brass & Wind Parts – Want to bring your MIDI brass and…

    Read More Use a Breath Controller for Realistic MIDI Brass & Wind PartsContinue

  • 44.1kHz vs 48kHz: Should You Switch - When setting up a home studio, one of the questions many musicians, producers, and engineers encounter is: what sample rate should I use for recording and mixing? The most common options are 44.1kHz and 48kHz, and while the difference may seem small on paper, the implications can affect your workflow, compatibility, and audio quality. Let’s dive into whether there’s any real benefit to making the switch from 44.1kHz to 48kHz for your home studio setup.

    44.1kHz vs 48kHz: Should You Switch

    44.1kHz vs 48kHz: Should You Switch 44.1kHz vs 48kHz: Should You Switch – When setting up a home studio, one of the questions many musicians, producers, and engineers encounter is:…

    Read More 44.1kHz vs 48kHz: Should You SwitchContinue

  • Mastering Audio Compression: Training Your Ears to Hear Detail - Audio compression is a cornerstone of music production, broadcasting, and audio post-production. It can make your mix sound polished, balanced, and professional—or, if mishandled, squash the life out of it. The difference between a well-applied compressor and an over-compressed disaster often comes down to one thing: your ability to hear the details. But how do you train your ears to perceive the subtle changes introduced by a compressor? In this article, we’ll explore techniques and exercises to help you develop your critical listening skills and make the most of this essential audio tool.

    Mastering Audio Compression: Training Your Ears to Hear Detail

    Mastering Audio Compression: Training Your Ears to Hear Detail Mastering Audio Compression: Training Your Ears to Hear Detail – Audio compression is a cornerstone of music production, broadcasting, and audio…

    Read More Mastering Audio Compression: Training Your Ears to Hear DetailContinue

  • Direct Input vs Amp Recording for Guitar and Bass

    Direct Input vs Amp Recording for Guitar and Bass

    Direct Input vs Amp Recording for Guitar and Bass Direct Input vs Amp Recording for Guitar and Bass – Explore the strengths and weaknesses of recording guitar and bass via…

    Read More Direct Input vs Amp Recording for Guitar and BassContinue

Page navigation

Previous PagePrevious 1 2 3 4 … 33 Next PageNext

Record, Mix & Master
Speaker Placement Calculator

Enter your room dimensions to find the ideal spot for your speakers and listening position.

Results:

Listening Position Distance from Front Wall:

Speaker Separation:

Speaker Distance from Front Wall:

Left Speaker Distance from Side Wall:

Right Speaker Distance from Side Wall:

Tip: Form an equilateral triangle between the two speakers and your listening position for best results.

Record Mix and Master - A Beginner's Guide to Audio Production. A practical guide to achieving professional-level audio productions using digital audio workstations.

Learn Audio Production From Beginner to Pro

This step-by-step guide takes you from the basics to advanced techniques, showing you how to record, mix, and master tracks like a professional. Perfect for beginners and intermediate producers alike, it helps you create polished, radio-ready music quickly and confidently.

Get the Book & Start Producing Today

Archives

Recent Posts

  • Treating Your Bedroom for Pro Level Mixing
  • Why Sitting Slightly Forward in Your Stereo Triangle Might Be Your Sweet Spot
  • Acoustic Diffusers When to Use Them at First Reflection Points
  • Which Tracks Benefit from Linear Phase HPFs (and Which Don’t)?
  • The 10 Best Free Audio Plugins of 2025
  • Choosing the Right Audio Interface
  • Studio Monitor Secrets: Taming Beaming for Perfect Mixes
  • Optimizing Audio Interface Output for Clearer Sound
  • Time-Aligning Studio Speakers for Accurate Phase Coherence
  • Using Sound Diffuser Panels in Small Rooms: A Good Idea or Not?

ableton live acoustic panels audio audio plugin bass bass trap bitwig studio 5 comb filtering compressor daw drums dynamics effects EQ equaliser equalize equalizer frequency headphones limiter logic mastering microphone mixing Mixing Vocals music production nearfield monitors plugin pro tools reason recording recording vocals record mix and master record mix master reverb room acoustics sidechain signal singer sound speakers studio monitors studio speakers vocal vocals

© 2025 Record, Mix & Master

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. Cookie settingsACCEPT
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
Non-necessary
Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
SAVE & ACCEPT
Scroll to top
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • YouTube
  • TikTok