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Korg Launches The NTS-1, A Proclaimed ‘DIY’ Synth

Kieran WhitehouseSeptember 8, 2019

Korg Launches New ‘DIY’ Synth Some exciting news from the Korg camp was announced recently with the release of their new NTS-1 synth, part of their new N...

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Pre Fader vs Post Fader (Use Cases For Each, Diagrams & More)

Kieran WhitehouseSeptember 4, 2019

What's the difference between pre and post fader? When should I use pre fader over post fader and vice versa? We provide use-cases for each. ...

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Analog Recording Signal Flow (Diagrams + How Does It Work?)

Kieran WhitehouseAugust 25, 2019

How the heck does a mixing console work? What on earth is signal flow? How do I read a signal flow diagram? We’ve all been there at some ...

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5 Best Budget Studio Monitors For Beginners Under $300 In 2019

Sean FitzjohnAugust 23, 2019

An essential part of your studio set up is going to be a pair of monitors. But not all monitors are made equal. We cover 5 of the best budget studio m...

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The Top 5 Best Free EQ Plugins Of 2019

Martin PeploeAugust 15, 2019

Looking to expand your VST library but short on cash? Bored of your go-to EQ plugins? Here are my 5 favorite freeware EQ plugins in 2019. ...

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5 Best MIDI Keyboards For Beginners Under $300

Rowan FrizellAugust 9, 2019

Looking to get started with music production? Find out what to look for when choosing a MIDI keyboard. We compare 5 of the best MIDI keyboards under $...

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5 Best Studio Headphones Under $200 For Beginners

Rowan FrizellJuly 26, 2019

Looking to get started with music production? We discuss what to look for when choosing a pair of studio headphones. We compare a range of the best st...

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A Quick Guide To Microphone Types, Classifications & Characteristics

Kieran WhitehouseJuly 25, 2019

Find out the primary differences between all the main types of microphones. We give a brief rundown of the different types of polar patterns. Discover...

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