How do I train my ear for frequencies?
These days, it’s not just studio engineers and audio professionals who need frequency ear training. Every musician who’s recording their own music must understand EQ and recognise frequencies by ear to make sure their tracks sound great. The best place to...What are the best headphones for ear training?
The best place to start is the Wired for Sound article on headphones and earphones for ear training. This article explains the headphones vs earphones choice, which mostly boils down to personal preference and the environments you’ll be using them in. You may...What are modulation effects?
Modulation effects are a particular category of audio effect (FX). These are effects which modify the sound in a certain way: by adding a time-delayed version of the sound to itself, and then varying the size of that delay over time. Although this same process is...What is audio effects ear training?
Audio effects transform sound. Sometimes in subtle, natural ways, and sometimes in wild and wacky ways. Audio effects crop up all over the place. For example: Almost every modern music recording will have some processing applied to improve or fix the sound recording,...How do you train your ear for percussion frequencies?
For many music producers and audio engineers, audio frequency ear training is key to helping them tune that perfect mix. Percussion (drums, cymbals, etc.) is generally the basis of a good mix, and getting just the right punchy sound from your percussion audio...
Sampling Your Way to New Musical Sounds
Inexpensive digital sampling technology and the never-ending quest for new sounds has opened up the world of music to any and all sounds in our environment.
The History of Recorded Music
The quest for recording and playing music – first mechanically, then electronically, now digitally – has been a wild ride, with some crazy detours.
Voice is the New Synthesizer of Choice for Producers
The voice is the instrument we are all have. Now, using synthesizers, it can be processed to create unique sounds. Listen to 5 songs using this technique.
Music Production: Mixed 3 Ways
Next time you take on a collaborative mixing project, keep these tips in mind to explore the full range of musical possibilities and find the perfect mix.
Sound FX Secrets, Free Whisper Sound Effects & DIY FX
Want to learn how to make free sound effects using the tools in your home studio? Look no further! Find out here and train your ears for sound effects.
Feeling unbalanced? Check your hearing with ToneTester
Before you put the blame on your lack of singing skills to quitting high school choir, you might want to check out your hearing. Years of drumming, jamming in a rock band, or working as a sound tech can wreak havoc on your hearing. While medical hearing tests can...
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