Creating Drum Parts On The Fly
Adding great drums to a song on the spot takes inspiration - but as Jack explains, there are some other tricks you can have up your sleeve.
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Tom Wormald
8 min read
Opening The DAW: Introduction To Ableton Part 2 - Return Tracks
Return tracks are super handy ways to mix effects and apply other plugins in Ableton Live - but how do you use them? Learn here!
Nicholas Pipe
6 min read
Choosing An Amp To Record With
A crucial part of guitar recording is picking the right amplifier. Here are our top five things to consider to help you make your choice.
Joseph Cheek
9 min read
Recording & Audio Production 101: What You Need To Produce Great Music
A million-dollar home studio would be nice, but you don't need it to produce great music. Here's your essential shopping list, explained!
Nicholas Pipe
6 min read
Choosing A Guitar To Record With
There's a guitar for every recording job out there - but which one suits you? We run through some basic guitar features to help you pick.
Tom Wormald
7 min read
Opening The DAW: Getting Started in Ableton Live - Part 1
Ableton Live is a great DAW for electronic music production, but it can be tricky for beginners. Tom is here to help you start making noise!
Joseph Cheek
9 min read
The Ultimate Guide To Prepare Your Track For Mixing
Whether you're mixing yourself or hiring an engineer, here's a checklist to set your audio clips and tracks up for success!
Jack Thomson
4 min read
Finding Your Sound And Feel
The best musicians have a uniquely identifiable 'sound' and 'feel' in their playing. Here are some tips to help you find yours.
Tom Wormald
5 min read
Reverse Engineering: Now And Then - The Beatles
Over 50 years since disbanding, The Beatles have a new song, with a production process also spanning decades. We review how it was made!
Joseph Cheek
10 min read
Artist Branding Pt 4 - Create Your Brand
Our Artist Branding series wraps up with an in-depth guide that helps you pull your own brand together!
Joseph Cheek
12 min read
Which DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) is Best For You?!
If you're looking to get into music production then your first stop will be choosing a DAW. We're going to help you choose the best option!
Joseph Cheek
3 min read
Artist Branding Pt 3 - Who are you appealing to?
After covering what artist branding is and why it matters, it's time to look at the importance of knowing who your audience is.
Joseph Cheek
3 min read
Artist Branding Pt 2 - Why Do You Need Artist Branding?
Dive deeper into why artist branding matters - and pick up more tips on shaping your own brand - in Part 2 of our dedicated blog series.
Nicholas Pipe
4 min read
Five Basic Studio Guitar Tips
Here are five things every electric guitar player should know when recording!
Tom Wormald
5 min read
Reverse Engineering: The Dark Side of the Moon - Pink Floyd
Our Reverse Engineering series continues with a deconstruction of one of the greatest concept albums of all time.
Jack Thomson
3 min read
Finding The Right Sound
Here are some tips and tricks to make sure you're working with the right instruments and getting the right sounds when recording.
Joseph Cheek
3 min read
Artist Branding Pt 1 - What Is Artist Branding?
To cut through today's saturated marketplace, the image your present for your music is vital. Our new series on branding is here to help!
Tom Wormald
5 min read
Reverse Engineering: Rumours - Fleetwood Mac
In the first of our Reverse Engineering series, Tom takes you inside a true classic album.
Nicholas Pipe
5 min read
Setting Up Your Electric Guitar For Recording
A simple DIY makeover for your guitar to help it sing on record!
Jack Thomson
4 min read
Studio Hacks for Drummers
Sometimes you need to think like MacGyver in a drum session to solve problems and get the sounds you need. Get some ideas here!
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