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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Five Basic Studio Guitar Tips
Here are five things every electric guitar player should know when recording!
Tom Wormald
- 5 min
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
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
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
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
Setting Up Your Electric Guitar For Recording
A simple DIY makeover for your guitar to help it sing on record!
Jack Thomson
- 4 min
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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