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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.
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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.
What does AI mean for music producers?
Music technology journalist Declan McGlynn discusses the potential implications of AI in music, how creators can apply it to their creative processes, and more.
Exporting your song: The best settings for bouncing audio explained
Learn about sample rate, bit depth, dithering, and the various other parameters you might come across when exporting your song from the DAW.