Category: Tools and plug-ins

When de-essing vocals it can be difficult to strike a balance between too little de-essing and too much de-essing. Too little and you leave the sibilance untamed. Too much can give the singer a lisp. Getting things just right and finding that subtle yet sufficient balance can be tough. When . . . Read more

If your home studio is anything like mine; short on space, close to the kids bedrooms and the only time you get to record is late at night. I’m going to take a wild guess that you’re recording your instruments direct to your interface, rather than plugging in to your . . . Read more

Here’s a quick list of my favourite gear, tools and software that I use on a weekly basis and couldn’t live without. Hardware Samson SR-850 headphones I bought these when funds were tight and I was in desperate need of a replacement, and I had every intention of upgrading as . . . Read more

There are some truly fantastic mix-worthy free plug-ins these days. if you’re just starting out, you probably don’t have a spare $100 here and there, let alone $300 plus for some of the industry standard bundles. I know I’m not alone in my appreciation for plug-in effect developers who offer their products . . . Read more