There are lots of different terms used to describe audio, sounds, and mixes. I want to explain the difference between a tight recording and a muddy recording. Extreme cases of both can be a bad thing. You generally want to have a tight recording with just a little bit of leakage to add character. When [...]
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There is a true art when choosing where to place a microphone on an instrument. But a couple of standards that are used to help achieve the best sound possible. I’ll share a few tips and tricks on how to place a microphone, but it might not always work in every situation. The [...]
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I’m going to give you a couple of secrets that will help your mixing sound better. If you are having trouble producing a killer mix, try these simple steps and you’ll be amazed at the difference it will make. Mixing tracks is an art form, and it takes a lot of practice to [...]
What is sound engineering and where and how do you get training to become an audio engineer? A sound engineering is the science, art and process of recording, editing, and mixing sounds. An audio engineer can work in many fields which include, but not limited to, Film, Television, Music, Radio, and Video Games. These are [...]
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When engineering sound, there are standards and general rules of thumb that should be followed. But at the same time, audio engineering is an art form blended with science. So there is a time to brake rules when trying to create something unique and memorable. One thing a sound engineer usually avoids is [...]
