Choosing the right microphone isn’t easy. Especially when there are so many different types available to buy. Maybe you want to record music, start a podcast, stream online, or even just need a new microphone for work meetings and calls. Regardless of your needs, making an informed choice before purchasing is essential. That’s exactly why … Read more
An equalizer, also known as an audio EQ is an important tool to master if you want to get your music, or audio sounding professional. When you first open one up though, you may as well be trying to operate a spaceship. If you’re new to audio production then all of those controls, numbers, and … Read more
Let’s be honest, trying understand all of the different types of audio cables and which ones you need is pretty tedious to begin with. However, once you have the know-how, you can simply just get on with having fun and creating, whether that be for podcasting, recording music, or streaming. I’ve put this complete comprehensive … Read more
When you think of compression in terms of media, it’s usually a bad thing. Why? Because when we compress an image, audio file, or video file to reduce its size, it also loses some of its quality. However, an audio compressor is by no means a bad thing. Actually, most sound engineers would argue that … Read more
One of the first questions I asked myself when learning about recording my own music at home was ‘what is a polar pattern?’. It almost sounds like something related to the weather. Like a lot of audio terms, the meaning isn’t always so clear and obvious. You have to do a bit of digging and … Read more
Microphones can be a confusing topic. There are many different types, with different polar patterns, shapes and sizes. When I started learning about audio production, I was a clueless about which type of microphone I needed. As my skills and knowledge has progressed over the years, I now know which exact microphone I need for … Read more
Best Studio Monitors for a Home Studio If you want to produce music that sounds as good as the pros, then you need a pair of studio monitors. Why? Because they are the essential, industry standard listening tool that professionals use to mix and master music efficiently. A good pair of studio monitors will allow … Read more
MIDI is without doubt one of the most powerful tools in music creation to date. If you decide to utilise MIDI within your DAW, then your musical possibilities are endless. If you’re a complete beginner using a DAW then you should already have access to MIDI, but you might not know how to use it … Read more
What is a Studio Monitor? Studio monitors are essential pieces of equipment in any recording studio. Whether that be at home, or in a professional environment. They are vital for the mixing and mastering process, but what is a studio monitor? The term studio monitor is a little bit confusing, as a monitor is often … Read more
Shure MV7 Review – A Game Changer Pros +Robust build quality+Professional sound+Good connectivity options+Included software is superb Cons –Not iPad comparable–No accessories included Polar Pattern: Cardioid Output Impedance: 314 ΩFrequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHzAdjustable Gain Range: 0 – +36 dBSensitivity:(@ 1 kHz, open circuit voltage)-55 dBV/Pa [1] (1.78 mV), -47 dBFS/Pa [1] [2] Headphone Output3.5 mm (1/8″) It’s not often a microphone comes out that everybody … Read more