Shelving filter explained: understanding high-shelf and low-shelf equalizers
A shelving filter, also referred to as a shelf filter, shelf EQ, shelving EQ etc. allows you to boost or attenuate either the high end or the low end of […]
Do expensive XLR cables make a difference? The truth about mic cables
A common question among musicians and producers is this: ‘do expensive XLR cables make a difference?’ It makes sense that people should ask. After all, you can spend anything from […]
Stay creative in your music making with this one simple change
When you make your own music, one of the biggest challenges that you face is to stay creative. That’s because once you’ve found something that works, a great way to […]
Make more music by following these 5 simple music making tips
For most people, finding the time to make music isn’t easy. Whether you go to work, school or have other commitments, it seems like there’s always something standing in your […]
Sound proofing vs acoustic treatment: what’s the difference?
Sound proofing vs acoustic treatment Sound proofing and acoustic treatment are two very different processes. Each is used to achieve a very different set of results. Nevertheless, people often confuse […]
Mic preamp: clearing up the confusion surrounding microphone preamps
One piece of audio recording equipment which causes a lot of confusion is a mic preamp. Much of this confusion seems to stem from uncertainty about what a mic preamp […]
Mic, line & instrument level signals: their differences and how to use them
Three different signal levels which you will come across in audio recording are mic level, line level and instrument level. These terms refer to the voltage level of a signal. […]
Best audio interface: how to find the best audio interface for you
One piece of equipment which lives at the heart of most modern home studios is an audio interface. An audio interface allows you to route both analog and digital signals […]