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  • Choosing the Right Audio Interface

    Choosing the Right Audio Interface

    Choosing the Right Audio Interface Your audio interface is the central nervous system of your studio. It’s the crucial bridge…

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  • Studio Monitor Secrets: Taming Beaming for Perfect Mixes

    Studio Monitor Secrets: Taming Beaming for Perfect Mixes

    Studio Monitor Secrets: Taming Beaming for Perfect Mixes As a music producer and engineer, few things are as critical to…

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  • Optimizing Audio Interface Output for Clearer Sound

    Optimizing Audio Interface Output for Clearer Sound

    Optimizing Audio Interface Output for Clearer Sound We all obsess over gain staging within our DAWs – making sure our…

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  • Time-Aligning Studio Speakers for Accurate Phase Coherence

    Time-Aligning Studio Speakers for Accurate Phase Coherence

    Time-Aligning Studio Speakers for Accurate Phase Coherence Achieving phase coherence between your studio monitors is crucial for accurate sound reproduction….

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  • Using Sound Diffuser Panels in Small Rooms: A Good Idea or Not?

    Using Sound Diffuser Panels in Small Rooms: A Good Idea or Not?

    Using Sound Diffuser Panels in Small Rooms: A Good Idea or Not? When it comes to optimizing the acoustics of…

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  • The Art of Compression: Crafting Dynamic and Powerful Mixes

    The Art of Compression: Crafting Dynamic and Powerful Mixes

    The Art of Compression: Crafting Dynamic and Powerful Mixes Compression: the audio engineer’s indispensable tool, capable of transforming a mix…

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  • 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….

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  • 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…

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  • 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…

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  • 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…

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  • 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…

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  • 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…

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