Audio cable types: A complete guide (with pictures)
Learn about common audio cable types spanning TS, TRS, XLR, MIDI, USB, and more, and how you can use them effectively when making music.
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What is a spectrogram?
Learn about what a spectrogram is, how to read one, and the unique findings it can uncover about your audio.
How to prepare your mix for mastering: 5 essential tips
From leaving headroom to best practices for exporting, here are five essential tips that will help you prepare your mix for mastering.
What is a patchbay (and how does it work)?
Let's explore what a patchbay is, its most common configurations, and why you might want to consider incorporating one into your workflow.
How does the theremin work? The instrument you never touch
Let's take a look at how the theremin uses the power of electromagnetic interference to create haunting-yet-beautiful portamento melodies.
What is MIDI in music (and how do you use it)?
Learn about what MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is, its unique history, and how to use it as a powerful tool for making music.
How tape machines shape the lo-fi sound
Learn about the origins of the lo-fi sound, including saturation, wow, flutter, and tape delay—and how the quirks of analog tape machines have translated to the digital domain.
What does AI mean for music producers?
Music technology journalist Declan McGlynn discusses the potential implications of AI in music, how creators can apply it to their creative processes, and more.
Exporting your song: The best settings for bouncing audio explained
Learn about sample rate, bit depth, dithering, and the various other parameters you might come across when exporting your song from the DAW.
The DI box: What it is and how to use one
Let's talk about what a DI box is and explore the variety of applications that make it a useful addition to studios and concert venues alike.
Phaser vs. flanger: What they are and how they sound
Learn about how a phaser works, how a flanger works, and how the two effects can be applied in analog and digital contexts.
EP vs. LP: What’s the difference (and do they still matter)?
Learn about the difference between an EP and an LP, dive into their history, and explore why these mediums still matter in the digital era.
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