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- Category: Hardware
- How to connect a keyboard to a computer without MIDI
- Focusrite Scarlett – how to choose the right one for you
- Do you need an audio interface? Your questions answered!
- Running vocals through a guitar amp; the dos and don’ts
- How to connect an electric guitar to a Bluetooth speaker
- Connecting a guitar to a PC without an audio interface
- Using audio interfaces with laptops; a beginner’s guide
- How to safely turn off and disconnect audio interfaces
- Running guitar effects on a computer – a beginner’s guide
- Home recording studio essentials – the beginners’ guide
- How to connect multiple microphones to a computer
- The difference between gain and volume – with examples
- Why the SM58 is a great microphone for recording
- Is a pop filter necessary? When and when not to use one
- Why it’s considered bad to mix on headphones
- Can you use studio headphones for listening to music?
- What do you need to use a DAW? A complete guide
- How do I connect a hardware synth to a computer?
- Why is my interface popping? How to stop clicks & pops
- Are studio monitors good for listening to music?
- Are normal headphones any good for music production?
- How to connect your guitar amp to your computer
- Can you really record without studio monitor speakers?
- Home studio microphone: condenser or dynamic?
- PC specs for music production – what do you actually need?
- Audio Interface – How Many Inputs Do I Need?
- Laptop vs Desktop For Music Production: Which Is Better?
- Category: Instruments
- Play electric guitar thru headphones – a beginner’s guide
- How to play electric guitar without an amp
- How to connect a guitar to a PC – a step-by-step guide
- How much you should spend on a digital piano
- Can a MIDI keyboard be used as a regular keyboard?
- Is a MIDI keyboard worth it? A guide to what it can do!
- Can you play through just an amp head? The dos and don’ts!
- How to create drum tracks – complete guide for non-drummers
- How to use your PC as a guitar amp – an illustrated guide
- 11 Tips To Make Guitars Sound Bigger In A Mix
- How to connect an acoustic guitar to a computer
- Is Shure SM57 Good For Recording Acoustic Guitar?
- What Is A Guitar Amp Head, A Cab, And A Combo?
- Does A MIDI Keyboard Need An Audio Interface?
- Category: Mixing & Mastering
- Mixing on headphones – the complete step-by-step guide
- The difference between mixing and mastering
- How to master a song – an easy to follow guide
- Gain staging – a step-by-step tutorial for a modern DAW
- What makes a good mix? 11 things your mixes need
- What do EQ numbers mean? An illustrated guide
- What is the difference between EQ and compression?
- How long does it take to learn mixing and mastering?
- Should you compress every track?
- Mixing – where to start? A guide for the confused
- 11 Reasons Why Mixing And Mastering Are So Important
- Why does my mix sound muffled? How to defeat the dull!
- Why Are Mixing And Mastering So Hard?
- Should You EQ Every Track In Your Mix?
- Category: Recording
- How to record guitar in Reaper – an illustrated guide
- Multitracks vs stems: the differences and their uses
- Is it better to record with or without effects?
- What should you record first in a song?
- What is a home recording studio? A beginner’s guide
- How to prevent distortion in your vocal recordings
- What is a track in music recording? A beginners guide
- 9 tips on recording professionally at home
- Should you record vocals in one take?
- 11 tips on recording vocals in a small room
- Should you always double-track guitars?
- Guitar recording levels: how to get them right every time
- Do you need to go to a studio to make music?
- Where is the best place to record at home?
- How to record acoustic guitar with just one mic
- How to record your own music at home – an illustrated guide
- How To Record Electric Guitar And Vocals At The Same Time
- Nervous recording vocals? 9 tips to reduce red-light fever
- How long does it take to record a song?
- Can you record with open-back headphones?
- Recording vocals sitting or standing – which is better?
- Category: Software
- How to export stems in Reaper
- Reaper audio device settings – a guide for the confused!
- Exporting to mp3 in Reaper – an illustrated guide
- 9 reasons Audacity isn’t playing and how to fix them
- How to add reverb on Reaper; the complete beginner’s guide
- Online guitar amps? How to run an amp in a web browser!
- How to use Guitar Rig 6 – the complete beginner’s guide
- How to run VST plugins standalone – the complete guide
- Guitar amp sims vs real amps – the complete guide
- How to save a mixdown and export tracks in Reaper
- Reaper DAW: 11 ways to improve performance
- Is Reaper a good DAW? Suitable for professional use?
- Why is autotune considered bad? Is it really ok to use?
- Are third-party DAW plugins better than stock plugins?
- Is audacity a good audio editor for beginners?
- Does Reaper have amp sims?
- Why does autotune sound robotic? How to beat the robots!
- What is the difference between VST and VSTi?
- How to import an MP3 file into Reaper
- What does it mean to consolidate a track?
- Does Reaper have built-in instruments?
- Is Reaper a good DAW for beginners?
- How to start learning a DAW: the best way to learn quickly
- How to EQ an amp sim – tips on getting the best sound
- What is music recording software? A guide for beginners
- How much does Reaper cost? What happens if you don’t pay?
- Reducing Guitar Amp Simulator Latency: A Practical Guide
- The Complete Guide To Recording Guitar With Amp Sims
- Do Your Amp Sims Sound Bad? 11 Tips For A Better Sound
- Category: Songwriting