Music Recording & Production

Essential equipment you need to create your own Podcasts. There are many who are fond of listening to audios than reading. They prefer to hear audio files that can be downloaded that they can listen to later, while driving or in spare time. That is one of the reasons podcasting has become so popular. And […]

Acoustic Treatment Materials: Foams, Panels & Other Best Absorption & Isolation Materials. Every professional studio use these to absorb & diffuse sound. These usually go on the wall or the ceilings and helps to get the best sound while recording. Introduction Types of Materials You will come across these materials in any studio: Sound Absorbers […]

Neumann Microphones Buying Guide: checkout their various products and the suitable options for your studio. Just as Shure is synonymous with microphones, even Neumann is almost synonymous with high-end microphones. About the Brand Founded in Berlin in 1928, over the years this brand has been making highly customized sound production units for radio studios, theaters […]

Been doing recording work for some time now? I’m sure at times you would wish that your work-space was more organised…with less clutter? That’s where a recording studio rack comes into play; its the best way to keep your studio organized. So what exactly is a rack? Its basically an elegant way of stacking all […]

Top Electronics / Musical Instruments Accidental Protection Plans that cover mechanical and electrical malfunctions, and failures due to normal wear and tear. You need insurance for your expensive gear. Products fail, accidents happen – often at the most inconvenient time. But don’t let mishaps interrupt your life or disappoint your loved ones. Its now easy […]

A computer is at the heart of most music production studio setups. But then what is more suitable for recording music & audio – Mac or a PC computer? Both Have Pros & Cons Irrespective of what you hear about this debate, the fact is that this is a matter of preference, as both of […]

Guide to Dynamic Microphones: Why use them and reviews of the best ones, suited for home recordings, live performances, podcasting, field recording, and voice-over. Suitable for What? Dynamic mics are usually used to record loud sounds with high sound pressure levels, instruments that don’t have much high-end detail, something that has less detail but a […]

Virtual Drums vs Electronic Drums: Pros and Cons Introduction In most scenarios, using acoustic drums in your recording studio is just not practical. Even if you would love to have it, for many its just not possible. If space and/or budget is not a constraint, you can definitely have it. In that case, you can […]

Casters for Music Gear (amps, cabinets, speakers, pianos). If you’ve never used or installed casters before, may be this article will inspire you to give it a go. Why Use Casters Casters come with non-marking black rubber wheels protects your flooring, Self-lubricating bushing ensures quiet operation and long life. Above all, one you have casters, […]

Recording Microphone Reviews: Read about the best microphones for your studio. Lot of artists, musicians and home recording enthusiasts want to know what type of microphone is best for recording purposes. While there’s no single mic that will meet all your recording needs, there are some smart choices out there for recording instruments and vocals. […]

Music Recording & Production: Beginner’s guide. Here’s how to get started with creating your own music, recording it in a professional manner, and how to set up your own recording studio for cheap. Evolution of Music Recording & Production Landscape Almost every music enthusiast, hobbyist, serious music student, music instrumentalist, feel the urge to make […]

Best portable PA systems (and battery-powered PA speakers) to provide convenient sound amplification when needed, something that can be easily set up, and carried for transportation. These portable PA sound systems are the best compact live sound systems for bands and buskers for most practical applications. Introduction When it comes to PA (‘Public Address’) systems, […]

The Akai Professional MPK Mini MKII is a 25-Key USB MIDI Drum Pad & Keyboard Controller. Its now easy to have your own portable studio; create and perform music anywhere you like with this controller that easily fits in a laptop bag. A fantastic little controller (features slightly smaller sized keys), features a thumbstick (joystick) […]

Here are useful Songwriting tips & ideas to keep your creative juices flowing, and to add some freshness in your writing. Songwriters usually require the following skills (irrespective of the style): You need to create musical and lyrical ideas You need to arrange these ideas into formats that best suits the style of the song […]

Behringer K1800FX Ultratone 180 watts Keyboard Amplifier is actually more of a general purpose amp and can take in other sound sources as well, such as guitar or microphone. 12 inch woofer, 180 watts of power, cool built in effects, & reasonable pricing makes the K1800fx a popular amp for keyboard players. Features a stereo […]

How to become a complete musician. What does It take to be one? As you progress with your piano or keyboard lessons and as you become better at playing your instrument, it would be a good idea to know the areas, besides playing the piano (or your main instrument), where you can improve and which […]

Once you have recorded all the tracks, there is still a lot of work that goes into the making of the final mix. And similar to playing a music instrument, Music Mixing is also an art; the more you spend time on it, the better you get at it. Here are tips that will help […]

Digital Voice Recorders Buying Guide: Sometimes the easiest way to record vocals in a device need not be through an elaborate studio setup. A simple voice recorder should do the job. these are perfect for recording lectures, meetings, for podcast, etc.  Best Digital Voice Recorders Want a digital vice/audio recorder that will easily record audio, […]