Recording Microphones: Types of mics, various techniques used while recording, and the best options available for your studio. Introduction Microphone is an important equipment used for live music and for music production and and commonly used for recording and amplifying vocals, music, and sound effects. Whether you’re preparing for a live performance or setting up […]
Microphones for Recording Vocals: Beginner’s Guide
Best microphones for recording vocals: Here we look at the best studio microphones (mostly condenser and a few dynamic mics) that musicians are using to record vocals. Microphone for Vocals When it comes to recording vocals, not just any microphone will do (unless you’re just trying to figure out how music recording is done in […]
Guitar to Home Theater System Instead of Guitar Amp
How to connect your Guitar to a Home Theatee or Surround sound system instead of a Guitar Amp. There are many who do that and even you can do the same, if you are not ready yet to invest in an amplifier. If you own a guitar and do not have the budget right now […]
5 Excellent Tips to Recording Vocals
Recording Vocals: Useful tips & techniques to make the vocals sound great… Overview Most people get started with music production by using software such as FL-Studio, which is great for making dance tracks. Using such software, you can easily lay down the drums & bass tracks, add a few more instrumental tracks, and quickly you’ll […]
Teenage Engineering Synthesizers: Pocket sized synths
Teenage Engineering Synthesizers reviewed here. This Swedish company is fairly young compared to brands like Roland, Korg, Moog and others, who have a popular range of synthesizers. However, Teenage Engineering have managed to carve out a niche for themselves in the world of electronic music. Top Teenage Engineering Synths Some of their earlier products (which […]
The Best Microphone Pop Filters (for Recording Vocals)
Best Pop filters for clear and smooth vocal recordings. These are still much sought after recording equipment, placed between the singer and the microphone to prevent high pressure sound waves (to deal with the Plosives) from hitting the mic capsule and causing unwanted signal clipping. Stedman Corporation Proscreen XL Stedman Corporation Proscreen XL is a […]
Complete Guide to Studio Headphones & In-Ear Monitors
Headphones buying guide for audiophiles, recording engineers, music producers, and music lovers. recording We take a look at the different types of headphones, some are built for the recording studio, while some are useful for silent practice or for listening to music. Also, find reviews of the best studio headphones & in-ear monitors. Introduction to […]
Is music college really worth thousands of dollars? What are the benefits, job opportunities?
Music colleges (especially in American universities) are very expensive, and this question often comes up that whether a music student is better off saving all that money and learning more about music and the music industry on his own, or are there really some benefits of attending a music school/college? One obvious advantage is that […]