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Mixing Heavy Guitars Tutorial & NEW YEAR Sale!

Massive guitar riffs are the heart of every Rock track. However, mixing heavy guitars is not always easy, especially when you're dealing with multiple layers and tones! In today's tutorial, two or…

Our BIGGEST Holiday Sale yet… is ON! Get Steep discounts on ALL products

Hi everyone, I hope you're doing marvellously well! I want to make sure you have ALL the information, knowledge and inspiration you need to make 2024 your BEST year in music! That's…

Avid Unveils Pro Tools Sketch for Modern Music Creators and to Expand Pro Tools Workflows

New iPad app and added capability to Pro Tools desktop software enables musicians to quickly capture new ideas and experiment with arrangements anywhere   BURLINGTON, Mass., Sept. 21, 2023— Avid® (Nasdaq: AVID)…

JZ Microphones Announces New Mic: The BT202. Read More Here

JZ Microphones is excited to announce the launch of its latest product, the JZ BT202 microphone. This versatile premium-level microphone delivers exceptional sound quality, detail, and low noise for any studio recording…

Waves Announce Reinstatement Of Perpetual Licences And WUP

In a turbulent few days in the industry, as first reported by Production Expert, Waves have made an announcement concerning their move towards a subscription-only model and addressed concerns by the community…

Warren Huart to be featured keynote presenter at Capital University Creative Arts Workshop

Los Angeles, CA, March 23, 2023 — Following closely on the heels of the launch of his landmark comprehensive and reference text, Home Studio Recording, The Complete Guide, renowned producer, engineer and…

LEWITT Announced the MTP-W950 Handheld Microphone

LEWITT brings studio sound to the stage with the new MTP W950 true condenser handheld for wired and wireless. If you’re a vocalist, the new MTP W950 modular handheld microphone will become…

Warren Huart’s book TELLS ALL | BMT Podcast Ep. 09

If you're a music producer or enthusiast, you've likely heard of Warren Huart. He's a long-time mix engineer and producer who has worked with top artists like Aerosmith, The Fray, and Ace…

IT’S HERE: The Ultimate Guide to Home Studio Recording

I am beyond excited to share with you the culmination of my last three years of hard work. Together with my good friend Jerry Hammack, known for his "The Beatles Recording Reference…

The MOTOR Synth MKII by Gamechanger Audio is out now and available in limited quantity!

The MOTOR Synth MKII by Gamechanger Audio is out now and available in limited quantity! Gamechanger Audio first announced the groundbreaking MOTOR Synth concept back in 2019, and the electro-motorised instrument was…

EastWest Releases String Machine

Hollywood, CA (November 3, 2022) – EastWest Sounds is proud to announce the arrival of String Machine, a vintage string machine with a modern twist.  Paying homage to the great vintage string…

AWARD-WINNING ‘SERIES BLACK’ FAMILY OF LAUTEN AUDIO MICROPHONES EXPERIENCE UPGRADES

San Jose, CA— October 18, 2022— Lauten Audio announces the V2 release of its award-winning Series Black family of microphones, including the LA-120 transformerless condenser, LA-220 FET condenser, and LA-320 Tube condenser…

JZ Microphones Celebrates 15 Years of Innovation. Black Hole Series Continues Impressing Experts

October 2022 marks JZ Microphones’ 15th anniversary of revolutionizing microphones. The company’s birthday coincides with that of the Black Hole Series, which has taken the professional audio industry by storm.   Resulting…

LEWITT announces DSP-powered Dual USB-C audio interface.

Today, LEWITT Audio announced a new product in their range, Connect 6. CONNECT 6 is a Dual USB-C audio interface with game-changing flexibility for creators and musicians. It features extensive analog and…

Music-Tech Alumni Launch Highnote, a Collaboration Platform for Audio Creators

October 4th, 2022 (New York, NY) — Highnote, a collaboration platform for audio creators, today announced its public release. Drawing on their deep music industry and product development experience at companies like…

Audiotonix Gets Even More Creative with Slate Digital Acquisition

Chessington October 3rd, 2022 — Audiotonix has announced the acquisition of Slate Digital, one of the world’s leading software plug-in developers for audio creation and production. With a brand portfolio that includes Allen & Heath,…

Finishing Move to give Keynote Speech at GameSoundCon 2022

Seattle, WA (September 27, 2022) – GameSoundCon, the largest professional conference for video game music and sound design, returns to the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles, on October 25-26. This year’s…

Universal Audio’s Native Plug‑In Subscription Now Available for Both Windows and Mac Creators

SCOTTS VALLEY, CA • September 27th, 2022 — Universal Audio Inc. (UA), a worldwide leader in audio production tools including Apollo and Volt audio interfaces, UAD plug-ins, UA mics, and UAFX guitar pedals,…

Austrian Audio on the road with Bon Jovi

Vienna, Austria – Austrian Audio mics were on tour with another super star earlier this year when Jon Bon Jovi kicked off their 2022 spring North American tour in Omaha, Nebraska. Traveling…

I Covered The Beatles’ Ticket to Ride With The NEW Volt 476P + Multitracks and Giveaway!

I am so excited to share with you our newest cover! This time, I am taking on vocals with Fernando Perdomo on drums for this awesome cover of The Beatles’ unforgettable tune,…

Waves StudioRack Is Now FREE And Accepts Third-Party VST3 Plugins

Waves Audio's StudioRack plugin rack, which for the first time will be able to host not only Waves plugins – but any VST3 plugin.  That's right, you will now be able to…

Audient’s Upgraded ASP4816-HE & New Look ASP4816-SE Now Shipping

Hampshire, UK;  Audient is delighted to announce that the ASP4816 Heritage Edition console is ready for shipping. Previewed back in June at this year’s NAMM show, it features a brand new look…

McDSP Make Significant Improvements in v7.1

The McDSP v7.1 release takes advantage of recent Mac OS improvements in graphics rendering optimizations for both the Intel and Apple silicon Macs. The results are significantly faster UI refresh rates and…

PSPaudioware Announces Multichannel Mixing Solution Series, PSP auralSeries

PSPaudioware proudly presents the first plug-in from the PSP auralSeries: PSP auralControl. PSP auralControl (AAX for ProTools only; AU & VST3 coming later this year) is an essental tool for surround tracking,…

The Rolling Stones traveling Europe on their Tour SIXTY. With Mics Made in Austria.

Vienna, Austria – The Stones keep on rolling! This year, they’ve brought their tour "SIXTY" to packed European stadiums. With them on tour: Austrian Audio mics, hand-made in Vienna. On July 15,…

Austrian Audio on Tour this Summer with Desmond Child rocking the Parthenon in Greece

Vienna, Austria – Over the past couple of years, Austrian Audio microphones and headphones have become a staple in the toolkit of many FOH engineers. So much so that Austrian Audio mics…

A Game-Changing Microphone On The Horizon: LEWITT Announces MTP W950

We've only heard really exciting new from LEWITT in the last few years and knowing their plan for later this year, it is clear that they are here to stay and branching…

Kali Audio Announces “Atmos Brunch” Event in Los Angeles, June 5

Kali Audio will be holding an educational brunch on Sunday, June 5, 2022 at The Village Studios in Los Angeles. The event is open to industry professionals who are interested in learning…

 

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…

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…
Kali Audio LP-UNF vs. IN-UNF: How Do They Stack Up?

When it comes to setting up a home studio or refining your professional audio workspace, choosing the right monitors is crucial. Kali Audio offers two standout options: the LP-UNF and the IN-UNF. Each model brings unique features and benefits tailored…

“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…
The 18 Best Mics for Acoustic Guitar in 2024 [Any Budget]

Recording acoustic instruments can be a ton of fun. There’s intimacy in having an artist simply sit down with their acoustic guitar and play. Because there aren’t many moving parts from a technical perspective, you have more energy to focus…

Audioscape DA-3A Review: Punch & Clarity for Modern Mixing

In this Audioscape DA-3A Review, we examine how this compressor enhances punch and clarity in audio mixes. The DA-3A integrates the classic LA-3A’s essence with modern enhancements, providing a versatile tool for audio engineers.  This review will detail its design,…

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…
Mic A Guitar Amp WITHOUT An SM57 – with Colin Liebich
Who doesn't love mic-ing up guitar cabinets to capture the true sound of amp? Someone? Anyone? :: tap, tap, tap :: Is this thing on...? In our latest video Colin Liebich (Founder, Plastic Dog Recording) and Barry Pointer (Mixer/Engineer/Producer –…
Bose S1 Pro Review: The Best Portable PA System?

Designed for solo acts, singer-songwriters, public speakers, and small events, the Bose S1 Pro covers a lot of territory in a compact package. In this Bose S1 Pro review, we’ll check out everything the portable speaker system has to offer.…

One Mic To Rule Them All? – Austrian Audio OC818 Review & Multitracks
https://youtu.be/t5RFzE5IekMVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: One Mic To Rule Them All? - Austrian Audio OC818 Review & Multitracks (https://youtu.be/t5RFzE5IekM) Have you ever wanted to control the character of a high-quality mic from your phone? "Wait, you can…
Dunlop Primetone Picks Review: Are They Worth The Price?

Dunlop Primetone picks have been a preferred choice among guitarists for their precision and quality. Developed to emulate the prized attributes of tortoiseshell picks, they offer a modern solution with advanced materials. Today, these picks are celebrated for enhancing the…

The 8 Best Bass Practice Amps for Your Home Studio in 2024

It’s sometimes hard to justify the expense of a bass practice amp, especially when players already own a full-sized rig for band rehearsal, gigging, and recording. In order to make the most of playing time at home, however, the thunderous…