Despite being one of the earliest examples of a microphone in terms of makeup, dynamic mics are still as popular today as ever. These simple and rugged microphones are easily recognizable in their live setting applications, though they come in all shapes and sizes. Not only that, these mics can and have been used in […]
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Best Condenser Mics for Your Home Studio
To the uninitiated, setting up your home recording studio can be a pretty intimidating undertaking. Soundproofing the walls, getting a broad selection of instruments, and having the right DAW and monitors is already a laundry list of to-dos. When you factor in the need for quality mics as well, that list can seem insurmountable. I’ve […]
The Microphone Buyer’s Guide for Musicians
Getting a set of mics can be the first step to performing your music live or getting your next single recorded and released. Now, while that sounds great on paper, if you’ve ever looked into actually purchasing a microphone, you’ll know things get complicated fast. The world of microphones is a big one. You have […]
What is Music Production—A Beginner’s Guide
Turning a song you’ve written into a professional, studio-made demo is a lot more complicated than you might think. You’ve got your chord progression, your lyrics, and maybe some extra ideas for additional instrumentation bouncing around in your head. However, that’s just the beginning when it comes to producing music. Even if you’re already trying […]