It would be unlikely to find a fair comparison to modulation effects in nature. For example, the flanging effect could be described as a “jet plane” passing by, and that would be the closest comparison. Effects such as flanger, phaser, chorus, or ring modulation fall...
One thing common to most electronic music producers is definitely the daunting quest for the perfect bassline. It’s unsurprising, given the number of factors to consider: choosing or designing the right sound, writing the melody itself, dynamic processing,...
Improvisation is a complex but impressive skill to accomplish. There is rarely a musician who does not struggle with it. The learning curve for each musician is different. Some stumble upon improvisation a little earlier in their journey and some later but everyone...
Dynamic processing like the one achieved by compressors, gates, expanders, and limiters is what we’ll discuss in our next tutorial. We’ll focus specifically on the limiter’s action, as it virtually prevents any sound from exceeding a certain volume...
Not using EQ in the right way can quickly turn your mix into something ugly. In our next tutorial, we will focus on five common mistakes that can happen when using an EQ. As a result of these, a track’s quality and the separation of its instruments can be...
Ears are needed to perceive and play music. Therefore, it’s essential for a good musician to have a fantastic ear. The better your ear gets the better musician you become. Here are five things that every musician should practice to improve note recognition....
