MPE: MIDI Polyphonic Expression Explained
Recently, we took a deep-dive into what MIDI data is and how it works. Continuing this conversation, we’re going to look at MPE data and the technology...
iZotope Learn
Read and watch tutorials for iZotope audio plugins like Ozone, Neutron, and RX. Get music production tips, boost your post production skills, and more.
Mixing for Atmosphere: 6 Tips
Previously, we looked at production techniques for adding atmosphere to music. Think of this article as part two—I’ll touch on production, but mostly I’ll...
3 Tips for Mastering Indie Rock
This article references a previous version of RX. Learn about RX 9 and its powerful features including improved Ambience Match,...
Inside the Decibel and Why It Matters
So much of what we do is quantified in decibels—e.g. “Bring up that vocal a dB or so.” If we notch out a frequency, we talk about that...
17 Great-Sounding Masters According to Industry Pros
Download the Tonal Balance Control curves of the songs mentioned here to reference for your next project. To load the curves, download them...
10 Tips for Mixing Short Films
Mixing a short film can be daunting for the novice engineer. Consider this article your step-by-step guide, and refer to it whenever you need to figure out...
How to Transition to Working from a Home Studio
In this new, socially-distanced, self-isolating reality of ours, many producers and engineers no longer have access to their familiar, well-appointed...
How to Become a Mixing Engineer: Hit-Boy's David Kim Gives Career Advice
To quote Kendrick Lamar: sit down—be humble. Whether you’re a mix engineer, producer, musician, or anyone else in the music industry, chance...
Producing Music for Commercial Gigs: TV Shows, Radio Ads, and More
So you’ve been hired to write a jingle for an ad, website, or podcast. Congratulations! This is an exciting milestone, since it means you are...
3 Uses for Parallel Compression in Audio Mastering
Ahh, parallel compression! Ever popular in mixing for its ability to beef up drums, park a vocal, and generally add energy, it can also be put to good use...
4 Ways to Add, Augment, or Excite Upper Harmonics
It’s common to come across dull elements in a mix. The instrument may be correct, the part it plays may be correct, but it still doesn’t sound...
6 Creative Reverb Techniques in Music Production
Reverb is an incredibly useful tool for mix engineers. The sense of space that it provides can bring life to a sound, creating a convincing physical world...
