How come my tracks don’t sound like a commercial release? Part 1: Ear Fatigue News flash…Your ears fatigue Very quickly at high listening levels (yes, that means your ears do indeed get ‘tired’). When your ears are fatigued, your brains ability to register & seperate frequencies is dramstically reduced. Tha means your hearing becomes ‘muddy’!! [...]
Secret tips to improve your mix by avoiding Ear Fatigue
March 4th, 2009 | by Adamg | published in Tutorials
How come my tracks don’t sound like a commercial release?
February 27th, 2009 | by Adamg | published in Tutorials
Introducing a short series of tutorials At the end of a long day working on your latest production in your bedroom/loungeroom (or as some like to call it “the Studio”), when you’ve finished that bumpin’ groove, tamed that thumping bassline and trimmed that sizzling snare, you might like to sit back and admire your handy [...]
Boost your screen space with a USB powered 7″ Touch Screen
February 19th, 2009 | by Adamg | published in Hardware and Software Reviews
The time is fast approaching when open-source programmers and affordable hardware combine to make the ultimate customizable dj setup at a very affordable price. Until that day inevitably arrives (when we all have exactly what we want right at our finger tips for every performance) you can start yourself towards that dream with one (or [...]
How to get your sounds as wide as possible in the mix
February 4th, 2009 | by Adamg | published in Tutorials
Somewhere along the way when you are composing your latest track you will start thinking about where the sounds appear on the sound stage.  A key principle to achieving a really nice mix is not just having the right balance of mono and stereo sounds but having those stereo sounds just where you want them. [...]
What to expect from Kana’s music theory articles
February 4th, 2009 | by Adamg | published in Tutorials
To those that are interested in music production or even those who have been developing their skills over the years, Kana will be presenting a series of articles on music production theory.  Some articles will be aimed at the advanced producer and others at the beginner.   Overall, some knowledge about computers and music software [...]
Top 5 blogs on music production and djing
January 28th, 2009 | by Adamg | published in News
To start off 2009 with some music related reading here is a list of what i’d say are the top 5 blogs to read about music production and dj technology. Not every blog has the most technical information to share, but sometimes thats entirely the point. Have a read and maybe you’ll get some inspiration [...]
Step one in the battle to beat the “Loudness War!”
September 17th, 2008 | by Adamg | published in News
Turn Me Up!‚Ñ¢:¬†www.turnmeup.org¬†Ever wonder why recorded music used to sound so much better? If you think mastering is all about making your music LOUD then you need to read this… :: follow link for more info.