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When learning the notes of a piano or completing your singing scales, those sneaky semi-tones can often be missed or forgotten. However, learning the pitch and the distances between each note is extremely important when learning a new musical instrument and learning to compose your own music. In this article,...
If you’re new to music production, you might have come across terms like level, volume, and gain when describing the strength of certain signals. But what are they exactly? Are they identical, and if not, what is the difference? Perhaps more importantly, what impact do they have on your...
In music, dB is a unit of measurements which is known in full as decibels. Decibels can be a bit of a harder concept to wrap your head around in terms of Music theory but can become quite simple when explained properly. A decibel is a unit that measures the...
When creating your own home recording studio or just taking your recordings to the next level, it is often common practice to use a pop filter with your microphone. You know the mesh circle that you see every singer use in the studio. Although, people often neglect to explain what...
If you’re just starting out with music theory, chances are you’ve seen the term ‘triads’ thrown around. These types of chords are incredibly common in music and play a large part in composing and structuring a piece. They build the foundation for my trailer music and an understanding...
Back in the 40s, only a few manufacturers tried making these types of cabinets to emulate a pulse or vibrato effect on instruments such as organs, guitars, and keyboards, and can use this effect with a live performance or a studio recording. Many decades later, this technology has become lighter,...
Commonly used within film and television, a lavalier is a useful piece of equipment that has revolutionized broadcasting. But what exactly is a lavalier, and how are they used within the industry? Lavalier: What Is It? A lavalier is a type of microphone used within film and television broadcasting. Characterized...
While the term ‘noise gate’ might sound confusing, it actually refers to an important piece of technology used within live musical recording, music production and performance, serving many purposes to both the musicians themselves, and the overall outcome of the music. But what exactly is a noise gate, and how...
Spotify has recently been at the center of a debate about how much musical data it collects from users who have opted into the feature. This begs the question, “Can Spotify Artists See Who Listens?” Spotify’s song promotion algorithm has been the subject of much speculation in the past...