From Demo, to Mix, to Master
Berklee Online music production instructor Erik Hawkins discusses how a song evolves from demo to mix to master.
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Stutter Edit Plug-in by BT: How-to
The Stutter Edit plug-in, conceived and developed over the past fifteen years by pioneering electronic music artist and composer, BT, is pretty amazing.
Drum Programming in Your DAW
I always sequence my drum beats in real-time, using a MIDI controller, such as my keyboard or drum pads.
Mixing Tips: How to Know When to Solo
Every term, without fail, I get a few assignments handed in with all of a mixer’s solo buttons enabled.
How to Change a Loop’s Tempo in Pro Tools
“How do I tempo change a loop in Pro Tools?” This is a common question and the answer is, “There are lots of ways.”
The Virtues of Virtual Tracks
Learn about the old school function of virtue tracks, and how to apply it to music production today.
EQ Before or After Compression?
When it comes time for students to mix their final class projects, a common question I hear is, “Should I put the EQ before or after the compressor? Which way is correct?”
Best Way to Learn Music Production: Copy a Song
There’s a saying, “Copying is the highest form of flattery.” Copying is also one of the best ways to hone your production skills.
What is Reverb in Music?
Reverb should be applied as a parallel effect, on a bus, in the send/aux return position.