What is a spectrogram?
Learn about what a spectrogram is, how to read one, and the unique findings it can uncover about your audio.
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The diminished chord: What it is and how to use them
Learn about what a diminished chord is and how to use half-diminished seventh chords, diminished seventh chords, and triads in your music.
How loud should you master your music?
Learn about the most important factors that go into answering the age-old question of how loud you should master your music.
Parallel compression: What it is and how to use it
In this in-depth guide, learn about what parallel compression is, how it works, and how you can apply it effectively in your own music.
11 sad chord progressions you need to know (free MIDI files included)
We analyze 11 sad chord progressions and some songs they're used in to identify what makes them so effective at tugging at our heartstrings.
Arpeggios: Basic types and how to use them
In this comprehensive guide, we break down what arpeggios are, the basic types, and how to use them in your music.
Your guide to busing and routing audio tracks like a pro
Master the audio bus with our in-depth guide on busing tracks—learn how busing and routing can take your mix to the next level.
Granular synthesis: A guide to what it is and how to use it
Learn about what granular synthesis is and how you can use the technique to create immersive soundscapes out of deceptively simple one-shots.
The tritone: The sound of the devil’s interval and unlocking how to use it
Let's walk through what a tritone is, its impact across music history, and its surprising sensitive side that isn't so diabolical.
5 mastering myths you’ve believed this whole time
We discuss five common mastering myths you may have heard before, and shed light on the reality that lies behind each of them.
Why you should care about polyrhythms as a music producer
Learn about what polyrhythms are, popular use cases of the technique, and why you should care about them as a music producer.
The secret chord for adding a gospel flair to your music
Use this one simple but colorful chord to achieve sounds that are unmistakably a part of gospel music's sonic palette.
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