With so many keyboard synthesizers and modules available today, what’s the best synthesizer for a beginner in 2023? The answer will vary depending on how you plan to use it.
If you want to record audio on your computer or portable device with an external microphone, you have a lot of options. And the solution can be as simple as a single XLR to USB cable — but that may actually limit the quality of your recordings instead of enhance it, depending on what your production goals are. After all, if you want to connect a microphone to your computer to record vocals and produce music, you have some very different needs than an independent journalist that needs to record voice memos and narration in loud environments. But the thing we have in common is the need to connect a microphone’s XLR output to the USB port on our computer, smartphone, or tablet, so let’s take a look at solutions that allow you to do exactly that.
You don’t have to be a veteran recording engineer to capture great audio for your video productions. With some basic understanding of your microphone and recorder options, when to choose different microphone types, and how to manage sounds in your environment, you’ll have a clear path to guide you when recording audio for video. Let’s take a look at some of the gear you’ll be using, and how you can optimize your audio recording for your video productions.
Knowing how to use reverb on vocals can give you a real edge. Let's take a look at 10 reverb tips that will put you on the fast track to stellar-sounding vocals.
A microphone's a microphone, right? Not exactly. There are countless models, styles, and features out there. And you'll want to be aware of them when finding the right mic for your application. This is especially true when picking a mic for live vocals. From their sound to how well...
Some people are born with so much talent but are unable to convert that into tangible goodness because of either a lack of confidence or the absence of knowledge that can lead them to greatness. Music composition is an industry where a lot of people with talent lose out...
Building a home recording studio can be stressful but it doesn’t need to be. There is an endless supply of gear for recording music and we’ve done our best to avoid confusing you. This guide will only be showing the bare essential home recording equipment that you need to start being...
A home studio, as you may already know, is a professional studio that you can operate within the comfort of your home. This is a music recording studio and it can be made to match professional standards. Just because the studio is in your home, it does not mean that...
You will be able to find a number of different guides that claim to give you a foolproof formula for recording vocals but it is important for you to know that there is no such set formula that can work for the different types of artists and musicians. Similarly, different...