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The 12 best free VST / AU effects plugins of 2020
Spanning spectrum analyzers to multi-band compressors, these 11 high-quality free effects plugins will help you take your productions to the next level.
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Tips & Tutorials
Explore actionable production tips, step-by-step tutorials, track breakdowns, and more.
How to create a vocal chain from start to finish
Let’s take a look at how we can use emulation plugins to create a vocal chain that's both adaptable and affordable.
Why you don’t like the sound of your own voice
Let’s take a look at the anatomical and acoustical reasons behind why most people don’t like the sound of their own voice.
How to create guitar patterns (free MIDI files included)
We walk through how to sequence MIDI rhythm and lead guitar patterns that are both exciting and convincing.
4 common bedroom studio setup mistakes that should be avoided
Let's go over a few of the most common studio setup mistakes that producers, engineers, and audio enthusiasts make when setting up their home studio.
10 music-related podcasts we’re listening to
From track breakdowns to industry interviews, we present you ten music-related podcasts and discuss why we like each one.
Mastering basics with iZotope’s Ozone 9 Elements: Maximizer
We use the Maximizer module in iZotope’s Ozone 9 Elements to demonstrate how to bring our track up to commercial loudness.
Mastering basics with iZotope’s Ozone 9 Elements: Imager
In this article, we use the Imager module in iZotope’s Ozone 9 Elements to demonstrate how to enhance the stereo image of our masters.
3 unique ways to use RC-20 Retro Color
From incorporating it in your live setup to playing a throwback game right on its interface, we explore some unique ways to use RC-20 Retro Color.
Mastering basics with iZotope’s Ozone 9 Elements: EQ
In this article, we use iZotope's Ozone 9 Elements to demonstrate how to use EQ effectively to achieve a tonally-balanced master.
Should I mix on headphones or speakers?
We discuss the age-old debate of mixing on headphones vs. speakers by breaking down the pros and cons that each medium offers.
How to use XLN Audio’s RC-20 Retro Color
In this comprehensive walkthrough of RC-20, we dive into each FX module and explore how you can combine them to create some compelling timbres.