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Why Personal Branding Is the Smartest Investment You Can Make
“I don’t want our marketing to depend on me and my personal brand.” I used to say the same thing. And if I’m honest, I was afraid. Afraid of looking like I…
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 PLAP CUSTOM Holiday Special: Handpick Deals tailored to YOUR needs! (+ an early goodie ;-))
Hey everyone, the holidays are approaching and I want to give you something that would really make your day! What would that be for YOU? This year, you get to Choose YOUR Ideal PLAP Holiday Special! (Facebook Poll) If you’re…
Mixing Synths: Advanced Techniques To Get BIGGER Synth Sounds Than Ever Before!
Whether we're mixing Pop, R&B, or EDM: The goal is to create a MASSIVE soundstage, which radiates energy, space, and excitement! The key to achieving that? Synths! In today's video, four of the world's top engineers share their synth mixing…
Mix Music ANYWHERE! – Kali Audio IN-UNF Review
If you want to turn out pro-quality mixes, you need a reliable listening environment. - And a great speaker setup is the #1 prerequisite for that! A huge problem that many up-and coming engineers face is that it's very hard…
Vocal Mixing Masterclass: 3 World-Class Engineers share their secrets for PRO Vocals
Hey everyone, buckle up because we've got something special for you today! A FREE Vocal Mixing Masterclass, featuring insights from three maestros in the field. This video is your backstage pass to mastering vocal mixing techniques across different genres -…
5 Crucial Tips For Success in Music with Marc D. Nelson
In this video, Grammy Nominee Marc D. Nelson (known for his work with Colbie Caillat and Jason Mraz) discusses 5 crucial concepts found inside Warren Huart and Jerry Hammack’s #1 Best-Selling book 'Home Studio Recording: The Complete Guide.' These are…
Achieve a SLAMMING Drum Sound: A Guide to Recording Rock Drums like a PRO
Hard-hitting drums are the heart and soul of every Rock song. Just think about your favourite Rock track for a second... do you remember how the drums felt? How the Snare and Kick are hitting you straight in the chest,…
ADVANCED MIXING – TAKE YOUR MIXES FROM GOOD TO GREAT
Have you ever put your heart and soul into a mix, and done 10 revisions to get it just right? After hours and days of tireless work, your mix sounds good... But when you compare it to a professional mix…
The FUTURE of Surround Reverbs? LiquidSonics Cinematic Rooms
Today, I have the pleasure of introducing you to a ‘golden nugget’ I’ve recently discovered, a plugin that has allowed me to greatly enhance my mixes and productions. Cinematic Rooms by LiquidSonics RELATED: Best Surround Reverbs for Dolby Atmos Mixing…
Mixing a WORLD-CLASS Live Performance – FREE Multitracks included!
I'm super excited to share today's video with you. 11x Grammy Nominee, and beloved PLAP Academy mentor Joe Carrell, breaks down his mix of a live performance by 4 INCREDIBLE musicians! Keys: Jesus Molina (Jesus Adrian Romero, Cory Henry, Zedd, John…
I’ve compared 8 Vocal Mics from $30,000 – $100 – Can budget mics stand their ground?
When you're in the market for a new vocal mic, you have a LOT of options. With this video I'd like to bring light into the confusion and help you to find the microphone that's the perfect fit for your…
Recording an ALL STAR Jazz Quartet – FREE Multitracks Included
Today, I've got a VERY special treat for you! Recently, I've had the honor of recording a band of a-list Jazz musicians, all performing in the same room together, and making up song arrangment on the fly. It was an…
10X Grammy Winner Darrell Thorp – Top 5 Plugins for Mixing
In todays video, 10x Grammy Winner Darrell Thorp spills the beans about his favourite mixing tools! Darrell is an incredible producer and engineer who has worked with the Foo Fighters, Radiohead, Switchfoot, Molotov, Beck and countless other a-list artists. A…
Mixing tracks recorded by LEGENDARY engineer Geoff Emerick
In todays video, Grammy Nominee Marc D. Nelson (Colbie Caillat, Jason Mraz) walks you through his mix of a song produced by the late, legendary engineer, Geoff Emerick. Geoff Emerick has engineered FOUR The Beatles albums alongside George Martin, recorded…
Mixing With A Limiter ON? FAQ Friday With Warren Huart
In this edition of FAQ Friday, Warren shares his thoughts on mixing decisions, time management for budding engineers and producers, and dispels the myth of being "too old" to learn new recording techniques. Let's dive into the insightful world of…
Music Producer Vs Mixing Engineer? A Conversation with Mike Pepe & Lurssen Mastering
In today's music landscape, understanding the nuanced differences between a music producer and a mixing engineer is essential. This exploration will delve into the key distinctions that define their roles and shed light on how their responsibilities intersect and diverge…