Mixing Contest #1 – “Chaos Is” by Sweetbreads
SUBMISSIONS ARE NOW CLOSED Thanks to everyone who submitted a mix! We will be selecting a shortlist this...
Why I love Reaper: Customizability and More
Recording, mixing, mastering, producing, writing, performing, promoting, and teaching music—as well as music software development and other research...
The 26 Best EQ Plugins of All-Time (2026 Guide)
We are fortunate to live in a time with so many high-quality EQ plugins. The equalizer is one...
The Best Compressor Plugins of All-Time (2026 Guide)
In honor of the New Year, we’re breaking down 24 of the best compressor plugins ever. Compression is...
2 Powerful String Libraries from Orchestral Tools (Review)
In collaboration with composer, Benjamin Wallfisch, Orchestral Tools has two released two new string libraries: Benjamin Wallfisch Strings...
The 7 Basic Microphone Polar Patterns: Make Awesome Recordings by Understanding Directionality
There’s no tool more important to an audio engineer than a microphone. Understanding polar patterns, or the directionality...
MIDI Velocity vs. Volume + Creative Tips
The distinction between MIDI velocity and volume can be elusive for those just starting their creative journey in...
