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What is an audio interface (and why would you need one)?
Learn about how an audio interface works, why you would need one as a musician, and which interfaces you should consider purchasing in 2022.
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What is phantom power?
Learn about what phantom power is, how it works, and when to use it when you're creating music using microphones and other devices.
Microphones you didn’t know existed: Parabolic mics, hydrophones, and more
From parabolic and fiber optic micropones to hydrophones and binaural heads, we explore an array of niche microphones and recording setups.
3 tips for using microphones and recording live instruments
Saxophonist and engineer Mario Castro gives us three insightful tips around how to create colorful recordings of live instruments.
How to prepare your home studio for recording vocals
Your microphone isn't everything – here are a few tips for how you can best prepare your home studio for recording vocals.
How to make your phone recordings sound good
Learn how to make audio captured on your phone sound as good as possible with these recording and processing tips.
How different microphones capture sound
Join us as we explore a few of the most common types of microphones, what makes them work, and what sets them apart.
A beginner’s guide to recording vocals at home
We walk through the complete process of recording vocals, from reviewing the roles of each piece of gear to connecting your microphone to your DAW.
Write a song using a minimal recording setup | Songwriting Club
Write a song that incorporates a sound captured with a device's built-in mic, and share your work to receive feedback from us and your peers.
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.
How to create a budget microphone setup and effect chain (starting under $200)
We show you how to create a budget microphone setup that includes everything from the mic itself to the in-the-box effect chain.
How to build your own DIY binaural dummy head
Building your own DIY binaural dummy head might sound intimidating, but it actually isn't all that hard to do.