Home Studio Basics (70)
No matter what your goal is -- recording your own music, or recording others for fun or profit -- setting up your home studio can be very easy and, most importantly, fun! Here's some tutorials to get you started on the right path.
Gear Buying Guides (7)
Being a home recording engineer is all about finding the best bang-for-the-buck! Working with a limited budget doesn't mean you have to use low quality equipment! In this section, we take a look at some of the top-quality, affordable gear out there, and how to select the best gear for your needs.
2009 NAMM Show Coverage (7)
Live from the convention floor in Anaheim, join About.com's live coverage of the 2009 NAMM Show, showcasing the best new gear for making music. This year's show runs from January 15-18.
Microphones 101 (10)
Any recording engineer will tell you, the most important part of getting a good recording is selecting and using the right microphone. In this section we'll take a look at your options for every budget, and how to use them properly to get the best sound possible!
Microphone Placement Guides (9)
Selecting and placing microphones is the most important part of any recording! Making sure that you're armed with the right knowledge to make the right choices the first take can save you plenty of valuable time. Here you'll find a collection of guides on basic microphone placement for a variety of instruments and recording situations.
Learn How to Record (9)
Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned audio pro, there's always room to learn something new! From basic recording and microphone selection to advanced tips on mixing everything from drums to vocals, these articles are the first step to becoming a good sound engineer!
Taping Live Concerts (8)
Ever since the Grateful Dead opened the door for tapers in the early 1980's, taping bands live has been a great way for independent bands to get the word out, and for music fans to take home a souvenir after the show. You'll learn basic tips and techniques from experienced tapers on how to get the job done easily and within your budget.
Mixing Your Music (9)
After you've recorded the perfect song, you're only halfway there! Mixing is where the magic really happens, and where the most of your time is likely to be spent. Getting the perfect mix is a challenge, but with these tutorials, a professional quality mix at home is completely within your reach!
Learning Pro Tools (8)
A series of tutorials on recording and mixing in Pro Tools.
Recording with Garageband (5)
Apple's Garageband is a powerful, easy program to make music at home! Bundled with Apple's OS X, Garageband gives you remarkable music-making power on your desktop.
Mixing Live Sound (10)
For most musicians, getting the best sound isn't just limited to the studio. In this topic you'll learn the basics of live sound and how to help achieve the best sound live, whether mixing your own band or others.
Product Reviews (62)
New and exciting products come out all the time for the music recording and live sound industry -- and we put them to the test in real-world conditions so you can make the best purchases for your budget.
Hearing Conservation (6)
All too often musicians and sound engineers fail to understand the importance of a very serious topic - hearing conservation. In this guide you'll learn how loud music affects your hearing, and how you can be responsible to keep rocking for years to come.
Duplicating & Distributing (8)
A collection of tutorials for home recordists and working musicians on duplicating and distributing their projects.
Interviews, Tips & Tricks (24)
Everybody started somewhere, even the highest paid producers and live sound engineers! Here you'll get the tips and tricks straight from the professionals, and interviews with the best producers, managers, and musicians who've made a name for themselves. Who knows, we may be interviewing you one day!
