https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jW2IQclfdz0Video can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Understanding Optical Compressors – With Joe Carrell (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jW2IQclfdz0) Optical compressors have become a staple in the world of audio engineering, prized for their unique sound and operation. This blog explores what makes…
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Transforming Your 808s: Techniques for a Huge Sound
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tQ3pIMhAt0&feature=youtu.beVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Make Bad 808s Sound HUGE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tQ3pIMhAt0&feature=youtu.be) Check Out Matthew Weiss’s Mixing Rhythmic Music Bundle Here The Importance of 808s in Modern Music In today’s music landscape, 808s have become an essential element…
The 6 Best Sounding Guitar Soundhole Pickups for Live Performance
For live performances, choosing the best-sounding guitar soundhole pickups is essential for capturing your guitar’s natural tone. Soundhole pickups offer easy installation and effective feedback management, helping you maintain sound clarity. In this guide, we’ll explore how soundhole pickups work,…
Integrating Acoustic Guitars into Metal Music: A Comprehensive Guide
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0OjFa_9j8sVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Recording and Mixing Acoustic Guitars In Metal (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0OjFa_9j8s) GET THE FULL COURSE HERE FOR ONLY $29 OR BECOME A MEMBER OF THE KOHLE AUDIO KULT (INCLUDES THE COURSE AND MORE Acoustic guitars…
Tascam 2400: Live Recording with Monakis at Brighton Electric
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5iFgHBNIrtIVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Recording Grunge Punk Prog with Monakis – Tascam 2400 Demo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5iFgHBNIrtI) Download The Multitracks Here Hello, everyone! I hope you’re all doing marvelously well. Today, we’re back at Brighton Electric,…
Comprehensive Review of the Amphion One25A Speakers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vRgPx9T0YkVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: FINALLY An Amphion Review! - The Amphion One25A (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vRgPx9T0Yk) The world of audio production is ever-evolving, with new technologies and designs constantly reshaping how sound engineers and musicians interact with their craft.…
Sheldon Gomberg Interview
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqPBS73bEl8&t=1724sVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: From Bassist to Producer – Sheldon Gomberg Interview (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqPBS73bEl8&t=1724s) Sheldon Gomberg is a session bassist turned producer/engineer who has worked with an impressive array of artists including Jackson Browne, k.d. lang,…
Covering a Masterpiece: The Beatles’ “Girl” With Marc Daniel Nelson
When Marc Daniel Nelson and I first met, we bonded over our love of The Beatles, their solo work and their legacy. The Beatles work not only changed the kind of music that was made, but the way it was…
Alesis Strata Prime Review: The Ultimate Electronic Drum Set?
Electronic drum kits have come a long way, offering features that cater to drummers with diverse needs. The Alesis Strata Prime is designed to provide a high-quality playing experience with advanced features that stand out in its class. In our…
Behringer 1273 Review: Classic Preamp with Modern Enhancements
The Behringer 1273 brings the classic sound of the Neve 1073 into a modern, affordable package. With its blend of vintage warmth and contemporary features, this dual-channel preamp and equalizer is designed to meet the demands of both professional and…
Warm Audio Mic Shootout: A Deep Dive Into Microphone Selection
Warm Audio Mic Shootout: A Deep Dive into Microphone Selection Microphones play a crucial role in music production, impacting the overall sound and feel of recordings. This article delves into the intricacies of microphone selection, drawing from an insightful…
Josh Harrison: From Aspiring Musician to Renowned Audio Engineer
Introduction to Josh Harrison Josh Harrison is an accomplished British audio engineer, producer, mixer and audio educator, whose journey in the music industry is both inspiring and informative. Born in Colchester in the UK, starting his musical journey as…
Elysia Factory Tour
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEP33gpZzxsVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Elysia Factory Tour (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEP33gpZzxs) Recently, Warren had the good fortune to be able to visit the elysia studio for a tour. During the tour he was able to see original prototypes for…
Brighton Electric: A Musician’s Paradise
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x8pKzz7Eoq8Video can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Brighton Electric Tour (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x8pKzz7Eoq8) Brighton Electric is more than just a recording studio; it's a vibrant hub for musicians. With its exceptional facilities, it caters to a variety of needs, including rehearsals,…
Chandler Limited Mic Giveaway
At Gearfest UK 2024 we were introduced to the new Chandler Limited TG Microphone Type L. What makes this microphone so special? The Chandler Limited EMI Abbey Road Studios ‘TG Microphone Type L’ is a phantom powered, cardioid, large diaphragm…
How Do You Get The Gig? – FAQ Friday With Matthew Weiss
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GwQxRCEY9WoVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: How Do You Get The Gig? - FAQ Friday With Matthew Weiss (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GwQxRCEY9Wo) What is your advice for someone who wants to get into the recording industry? Coming from someone who started…
Master The Art Of Compression
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OS6zDM8mnnsVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Understanding MultiBand Compression With Dennis Ward (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OS6zDM8mnns) Compression, how, why and when to us it can be quite confusing! A compressor in music is an audio processing tool that is used to…
The Iconic Telefunken 251 Microphone Shootout
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b27Di9NPtOwVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: EPIC Telefunken 251 Microphone Shootout (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b27Di9NPtOw) The Telefunken ELA M 251 is considered one of the finest microphones ever made, cherished by audio engineers, producers, and musicians for its timeless sound quality.…
Abbey Road Stories in Sound
As I’m sure you’re aware, like you of course, we love Abbey Road! So much so that we’ve already done 9 videos in conjunction with them! So we are very excited to announce we are doing this giveaway. Launching in…
Fluid Audio Image 2
The Image 2 Professional 3-Way Reference Studio Monitor is a dedicated nearfield/midfield workhorse. The Image 2 speakers come with extremely flat frequency response, and incredible bass extension with very low distortion in a closed cabinet. Coming with a 90 day…
Gearfest 2024!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Cb1KyiJghkVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Gearfest UK 2024 What's New and Giveaways! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Cb1KyiJghk) Over the weekend we visited Gearfest 2024 hosted at the Tileyard London. For those who don’t know, Gearfest is a music studio exhibition packed…
Tiny Desk Concerts – Producing and Recording with Josh Rogosin
Chances are you’ve seen or heard about NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts, a revolutionary show that brings chart topping artists and musical shows into a small room for an intimate performance that showcases their true talent. Today we interview Josh Rogosin…
Best Budget Audio Interface for Beginners (Under $150)
Choosing the best budget audio interface is essential for anyone looking to start recording without spending too much. With so many choices, it’s important to find one that fits your needs perfectly. This guide will explain what to look for,…
7 Speaker MEGA Shootout!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPPbCbPgAWcVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: 7 Speaker MEGA Shootout!! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPPbCbPgAWc) In today's video we do a shoot-out between Seven different sets of monitors—and we leave it up to you to decide which are best! Here, we'll go…
LiquidSonics Reverberate 3 Review: Ultimate Reverb Flexibility
Achieving the perfect reverb can make or break a mix, giving it the depth and space that brings recordings to life. For audio engineers and producers, having a versatile and high-quality reverb plugin is essential. In this LiquidSonics Reverberate 3…
Ableton vs Pro Tools | Choosing a DAW
In the current age of music production, we have virtually endless tools at our disposal. It’s overwhelming when you’re just starting out because you want to set foot on the so-called ‘correct’ path. In regards to DAWs, everybody has an…
Get Massive Drum Sounds at Home with Blair Sinta!
Hello Everybody, Hope you're doing marvellously well! I couldn't be more thrilled to tell you about an incredible course at Pro Mix Academy: "Home Studio Drum Recording" with the phenomenal Blair Sinta (a good personal friend of mine as well)!…
“If It’s Bad, Make it Worse” Vocal Mix Tips – Matthew Weiss
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yyfu16KeTbgVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: "If It's Bad, Make it Worse" Vocal Mix Tips – Matthew Weiss (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yyfu16KeTbg) Hello Everyone, Warren Huart here. In today's video, I want to share some brilliant insights from my friend Matthew…
Unlock Big Analog Sound: Audient ASP4816-HE Console
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27M-4DJtmlsVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Unlock Big Analog Sound: Audient ASP4816-HE Console (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27M-4DJtmls) Hi Everybody, Hope you're doing marvellously well! We've got a great video for you today – and it's about a very important piece of…
Simplify Your Digital Routing – Omnibus 3.0 – Patchbay From Audio Movers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6WukMKFIPJgVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Simplify Your Digital Routing – Omnibus 3.0 – Patchbay From Audiomovers (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6WukMKFIPJg) Hello Everyone! In today's video, I’m thrilled to share my experience with a truly unique piece of software from Audiomovers…
Recording “Superstition” on Antelope Audio’s Zen Quadro
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jijhylljos8Video can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Zen Quadro Review (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jijhylljos8) Hello Everybody, Hope you're doing marvellously well! I'm excited to share with you a fantastic recording session (and subsequent interface review) we recently had at La Barca Studios…
Arrange Music Like A Pro
Hello Everyone, I've got a huge announcement but let me ask you a question: you've produced like a pro, are you now ready to arrange like a pro? Well, there's a new book that will teach you this invaluable skill.…
“Modern Drummer” CEO David Frangioni: Studio Tour, Talks: Gear, Atmos, and Aerosmith
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=du5ZWJqFhwcVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: “Modern Drummer” CEO David Frangioni: Studio Tour, Talks: Gear, Atmos, and Aerosmith (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=du5ZWJqFhwc) Hello Everybody, If you've ever been browsing through a bookstore or newsstand (remember those?) you may have come across…
Matthew Weiss Reacts: “The Sisterhood”, mix by Joe Carrell
Hi Everybody, Today we're trying something completely different – a reaction video. Watch Matthew Weiss (notable mix/mastering engineer – Ronnie Spector, Arrested Development) react to Joe Carrell's mix of "The Sisterhood", a Mackenzie Johnson original, and give us his insight…
Kali Audio LP-UNF Monitor System: No Calibration Required (and Bluetooth?)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FD02GghlwA0Video can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: HUGE Sound SMALL Size! Kali Audio LP-UNF Monitor System: No Calibration Required (and Bluetooth?) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FD02GghlwA0) Hi Everybody, Hope you're doing marvellously well! In today's video, Nick Sowden from La Barca Sound myself,…
UA 1176 Vs. WA76 Compressor Shootout: WHO Will Win?! – with Warren Huart & Juno Hasson
We have a possibly contentious video for you today... It's a rack-compressor shootout – with a giveaway [see below] – let's jump right into it! For today's shootout, I'm accompanied by the unique vocal stylings of Juno Hasson who performs…
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The Best Brass VST Plugin Collection [FREE & PAID]
Brass can be a tough section to imitate with a plugin. As with most real instruments these days, though, there are plenty of excellent quality brass VST plugins, both free and paid. We’d recommend sifting through the list in order…
Stereo, Surround, ATMOS and YOUR Speakers!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXXtGefKCCkVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Let's Talk Stereo, Surround, ATMOS and YOUR Speakers! – w/ Kristian Kohle, Alvin Wee, Martin Popelis (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXXtGefKCCk) Would you like to learn more about immersive audio: mixing in surround, Dolby Atmos, what's…
Mixing a Beautiful Pop Ballad (Audilia’s “kintsugi heart”) – with Ady from Hit The Road Music Studio
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2mQ8-B9-whEVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Mixing a Beautiful Pop Ballad (Audilia’s “kintsugi heart”) – with Ady from Hit The Road Music Studio (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2mQ8-B9-whE) Hi Everybody, Hope you're doing marvellously well... I've got good news – Ady Parzentny…
TONEX – Take Your Custom Tones Wherever You Go – Amp Modeler Software by IK Multimedia
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=anM4_UJ-yC4Video can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: TONEX – Capture ANY Amp Tone – Amp Modeller Software @IKMultimedia (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=anM4_UJ-yC4) I have a question for you: have you ever wanted to take your "home rig" with you wherever you go?…
“AMAC” Gets REAL on The Industry – with Ali “AMAC” McGuire, Platinum Mix Engineer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLlditnpT_8Video can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: "AMAC" Gets REAL on The Industry – with Ali "AMAC" McGuire, Platinum Mix Engineer (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLlditnpT_8) Hi Everybody, In Today's video we're going get "real" and take the opportunity to share a different…
Audient Oria: The Only ATMOS-Ready Interface of Its Kind! – with Emiliano Caballero
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YI21vsmzX0YVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Atmos Mixing With The Audient Oria At The Village Studios - Emiliano Caballero (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YI21vsmzX0Y) Good Day to You All, We're back at The Village Studios! This time with our good friend, Emiliano…
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The 6 Best Budget Synthesizer Options for Your Home Studio [2024 Guide]
A quality budget synthesizer can be one of the best ways to inject inspiration into your productions. With a host of brand-new sounds at your fingertips, you can start experimenting with new approaches to composition and arrangement. Synthesizers are amazing…
Fender Santa Ana Overdrive Pedal Review
Every guitarist deserves an inspiring overdrive pedal to push their tones into new territory. Whether you just want to boost a solo or push an amp into gritty distortion, overdrive is a mainstay effect that everyone should have. The Fender…
Interviewing Bassist André Bowman (Jay-Z, Black Eyed Peas, Alicia Keys)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_0U1VBP_8IVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Interviewing Bassist André Bowman (Jay-Z, Black Eyed Peas, Alicia Keys) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_0U1VBP_8I) Hello All, We've got a nice little interview for you today – specifically for the bass players! I speak with the…
Best New Compact Monitors? – IK Multimedia iLoud MTM MKII Powered Studio Monitor
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_S_FUBH4cIVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Best New Compact Monitors? IK Multimedia iLoud MTM MKII Powered Studio Monitor @PresentDayProduction (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_S_FUBH4cI) Sign up for the giveaway here: a Rafflecopter giveaway Hello Everybody, Warren here and I'm pleased to bring…
“Patchbay Posse” – A New Series
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZNMhk2DCnkVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: "Patchbay Posse" Ep. 1 – A New Series, feat. Warren Huart, James Nugent, Mark Ashfield! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZNMhk2DCnk) Helloooo Plappernauts! Today I am very excited to announce the first episode in a new series for…
Paul Simon, Edie Brickel and Christopher Cross…what do they have in common?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXASpaGNg2MVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Kyle Crusham Interview (Paul Simon, Edie Brickell, Christopher Cross) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXASpaGNg2M) I recently sat down with one Mr. Kyle Crusham – producer, engineer, composer, and jack of all trades. We discuss working with…
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The Best Pedal Board Options for Guitarists [Any Budget]
Musicians, professional and hobbyist alike, who are enthusiastic about effects pedals understand how collecting them can become a passion within a passion. There’s so much variation out there: you have mass-produced effects, boutique, hand-wired ones, those that produce straightforward and…
Writing A Song At The Village Studios
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnXunX4DU4EVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Writing A Song At The Village Studios @GhostNoteOfficialProductions @stevemaggioraofficialJon Button (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnXunX4DU4E) Have you ever wanted to be a "fly on the wall" at a professional studio, specifically "The Village" Recording Studio, in…