Music Production MAGIC

Avid has discontinued Pro Tools First and replaced it with Pro Tools Intro as their free beginner digital audio workstation (DAW). In this article, we will look into the key differences between Pro Tools Intro and Pro Tools First so you can see what has changed. Let's explore the recent...

In the often confusing landscape of digital audio workstations (DAWs), choosing the right one as a new music producer can be overwhelming. With so many options available, it's essential to find a DAW that not only fits your budget and technical abilities but also inspires creativity and...

Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) have revolutionized the way music is created and produced in the modern era. These powerful software tools have had a profound impact on the sound of contemporary music, allowing artists to manipulate, edit, and perfect their recordings with unprecedented...

Finding the right compressor settings for music production can be difficult and take years to master. With so many different parameters to consider, from attack and release times to threshold levels and ratios, it can be overwhelming to find the perfect balance. In this article, I'll break down...

Music production and audio engineering can sometimes be a complex process that involves monitoring and adjusting various audio levels. Understanding how to read these levels is key for anyone looking to get into music production. In this comprehensive guide, we will look into the various ...

As technology continues to advance, the capabilities of speaker and room simulation plugins have become increasingly sophisticated, offering home studio producers a powerful tool for achieving professional-grade mixes. In this article, we will explore the benefits of using these cutting-edge...

Learning how to mix songs can be a challenging and rewarding process for musicians and music producers. In this article, I will highlight 10 common mistakes that I made when I was when learning how to mix songs. By addressing these errors head-on, you can avoid wasting time and energy on...

Compression is one of the main tools that audio engineers music producers use to achieve professional-level mixes but it's also one of the most confusing tools to understand. In this beginner guide, we'll look into the basics of using a digital audio workstation (DAW) compressor to its full...

Today's article is written for intermediate music producers who have some experience mixing multitrack songs and have run into a common problem that we all face: a lack of headroom. We're stepping into the world of Ableton Live and exploring a powerful mixing technique I call the...

A/B referencing your mix to your favourite songs and professional mixes is a key mixing technique that every audio engineer should master. By comparing your mix to professionally mixed tracks, you can make sure that your mix meets industry standards and sounds competitive across different...

Mastering the art of audio compression when mixing your home studio productions can transform ordinary recordings into professional-grade tracks. Welcome to The Magic Compressor Settings guide where I'll reveal a simple 6-step process to get the best compressor...

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As a home studio music producer or recording engineer, understanding how to effectively use a compressor plugin on vocal tracks is one of the most important skills you will need to learn to...

In this quick post I'll show you how to get back to Chuck Sutton's song "Patience", the awesome new Ableton Live 12 demo song that automatically opens up the first time you use Ableton Live 12.

After you close the project it seems to be gone forever but here's how to get back to it in 3...

The trajectory of music and recording from 2010 to the present day has seen a revolution in how music is created, produced, and consumed. From groundbreaking technological advancements to shifts in consumer behaviour, this era has marked another significant turning point in the history of music...

The transition from analog to digital music and recording from 1990 to 2009 was a pivotal era that marked significant advancements in technology, production techniques, and musical trends. As we enter into Part 3 of this exploration of the history of music and recording, we witness a...

In the second episode of this series on the history of music and recording, we'll take a look at the transformative era spanning from 1970 to 1989. This period marked a seismic shift in the way music was created, produced, and consumed, with groundbreaking technological...