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Pre-Production
Island Recording Studios - Audio Tutorials to help you best prepare for your next session in the recording studio!

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!
Tom Wormald
8 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!
Joseph Cheek
9 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.
Nicholas Pipe
6 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!
Tom Wormald
7 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.
Jack Thomson
3 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!
Jack Thomson
4 min read


The Recording Process is Just Like Baking a Cake
The Recording Process is Just Like Baking a Cake! Yes, that's right! Let's break down the steps to help better understand the process.
Joseph Cheek
4 min read

The Ultimate Drummer's Studio Checklist
If you're a drummer looking to record, then this Ultimate Drummer's Studio Checklist is for you! You'll be fully prepped and sounding great!
Jack Thomson
4 min read


Recording Prep Checklist
Ensure that you're ready to hit the ground running in the studio to make it a smooth, enjoyable and productive experience!
Joseph Cheek
7 min read
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