Tag: music production
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Track vs Stem: Why the Difference Still Matters
“Can you do stem mastering if I send you the tracks?” This is a sentence I still hear surprisingly often when people talk to mastering engineers. Not only from beginners, but sometimes from people who have been producing and mixing music for years. And every time I hear it, I’m reminded that the confusion between…
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How to Use LFOs to Level Up Your Sound
Ever wonder how producers get those wobbling basslines, pulsing pads, or subtle, evolving textures in their tracks? The secret sauce is often an LFO (Low-Frequency Oscillator). LFOs are one of the most powerful tools in sound design, and once you get the hang of them, your tracks will start moving in ways you didn’t know…
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Critical Listening for Music Production: How to Train Your Ears for Better Sound
Critical listening is a key skill for any music producer, sound engineer, or musician who wants to level up their tracks. It’s more than just hearing music—it’s about actively focusing on the details, understanding how each element contributes to the overall sound, and stepping back to see the bigger picture to make sure your mix…