Music Production MAGIC

The seven main types of music makers are:

1. Musician – plays instruments and performs live or in-studio

2. Singer – uses their voice as their primary instrument

3. Rapper – speaks rhythmically with flow, tone, and wordplay

4. Beatmaker – creates rhythms and instrumentals, often in DAWs

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 The four types of audio engineers are:

1. Assistant Engineer – supports the session with prep and documentation.

2. Recording Engineer – captures performances with microphones and gear.

3. Mixing Engineer – balances, blends, and processes the multitrack session.

4. Mastering Engineer – fina

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 ELI5 Decibels (dB):

1. Origin and Scale

• The Bel is a unit named after Alexander Graham Bell, but it's too big for everyday use.

• So we use 1/10th of a Bel = 1 decibel (dB).

• Think of dB as a way to measure change — like a ruler for comparing sound or signal levels, not an absolute amo

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You tweak the faders, turn up the master, throw on a limiter, and yet somehow…
your mix still sounds flat, small, or quiet next to everything else.

You’re not alone. Dane’s been there. Ashley too. Garrett? He’s thinking maybe he needs better speakers.

Here’s the truth no one told you:
Your mix doe...

Before you chase perfection, master these foundations.

What are the 3 kinds of songs every artist should learn to write?

1. Emotion-Driven Songs – Capture raw feelings, stories, or personal truths.

2. Structure-Driven Songs – Use proven forms like verse-chorus or AABA to create flow.

3. Chara...

So, you want to make music — not just hum ideas into your phone or drop bars over YouTube beats — but actually record, produce, and mix your own tracks. Maybe you’re a singer-songwriter, a beatmaker, or just someone with a fire in your chest and no idea where to start.

Good news: You don’t need a f...

You’ve got songs in your head, rhythms in your chest, and maybe a few voice memos stacked up on your phone. You’re ready to build your home studio and bring your music to life — but where do you start?

Don’t worry. You don’t need racks of vintage gear or a closet full of cables. You just need a few...

If you're working in a bedroom, garage, or even a custom-built creative man-cave, every home producer has faced the same frustration: your mix sounds great in your studio, but falls flat everywhere else. One track sounds quiet and muddy, another is piercing and distorted. So how do you find that swe...

Everything you need to know to pick the right version, install it, and start making music.

Pro Tools has been called the "industry standard" for decades — and for good reason. It’s the DAW used in high-end studios, post-production houses, and Grammy-winning albums. But if you’re just starting out, ...

Understanding authorizations, activations, and the truth about that little USB stick

If you’ve just started working with Pro Tools, Auto-Tune, or other pro audio plugins, you’ve probably run into something called iLok — and maybe wondered:
What is this thing? Do I need it? And why does everyone hat...

When it comes to professional music production, two names often dominate the conversation — Pro Tools and Logic Pro. These digital audio workstations (DAWs) have powered some of the biggest albums, film scores, and studio sessions around the world. But which one is right for you?

Whether you're jus...

Mixing and mastering are often mentioned together—but they serve very different roles in the music production process. If you’ve ever wondered why your track doesn’t sound as clean or as loud as the pros, understanding these two stages is essential.

Let’s break down the difference between mixing an...

You’ve been teaching music — maybe voice lessons over Zoom, songwriting tips to friends, or recording tutorials on your YouTube channel. You’ve got skills, a gift for explaining things, and a real love for helping others make music.

Now you’re ready to go pro.
Not just as a teacher — but as a busin...

Choosing the right DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) can completely shape the way you create music. Ableton Live and Luna by Universal Audio are two powerful yet very different DAWs designed for different types of producers. Ableton Live is known for its loop-based workflow, electronic music focus, an...

Choosing the right Digital Audio Workstation can shape your entire music production workflow. Ableton Live and Logic Pro are two of the most powerful DAWs on the market, but they cater to different styles of music-making. If you're an electronic music producer, singer-songwriter, or mixing engineer,...

You’ve probably heard the phrase “mix in mono” tossed around in music production circles. But what does it actually mean? And why would anyone mix a song without using the full stereo field?

Mixing in mono might sound like a step backward—but in reality, it’s a powerful technique for building clari...