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Types of microphones: A guide to how they work and best use cases
Join us as we explore a few of the most common types of microphones, what makes them work, and what sets them apart.
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What is a vocoder? How to use vocoders in your music
Learn about what a vocoder is, how the effect works, and how you can apply vocoding in your own music with hardware or plugins.
What is phantom power (and when do you need it)?
Learn about what phantom power is, how it works, and when and why you need it when you're making music using microphones and other devices.
How do vacuum tubes work in music and audio?
We break down how vacuum tubes work in the simplest terms possible, and discuss why they're relevant in the world of music.
Colors of noise: White noise, brown noise, pink noise (and more)
From white noise and pink noise to more obscure variants, learn about the various colors of noise, their use cases, and their differences.
Audio cable types: A complete guide (with pictures)
Learn about common audio cable types spanning TS, TRS, XLR, MIDI, USB, and more, and how you can use them effectively when making music.
What is a spectrogram?
Learn about what a spectrogram is, how to read one, and the unique findings it can uncover about your audio.
How to prepare your mix for mastering: 5 essential tips
From leaving headroom to best practices for exporting, here are five essential tips that will help you prepare your mix for mastering.
What is a patchbay (and how does it work)?
Let's explore what a patchbay is, its most common configurations, and why you might want to consider incorporating one into your workflow.
How does the theremin work? The instrument you never touch
Let's take a look at how the theremin uses the power of electromagnetic interference to create haunting-yet-beautiful portamento melodies.
What is MIDI in music (and how do you use it)?
Learn about what MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is, its unique history, and how to use it as a powerful tool for making music.
How tape machines shape the lo-fi sound
Learn about the origins of the lo-fi sound, including saturation, wow, flutter, and tape delay—and how the quirks of analog tape machines have translated to the digital domain.