If you’ve ever felt like your home recordings lack the energy and depth of professional productions, chances are it’s not your mixing—it’s your arrangement. The way you structure your song is one of the most important factors in creating a compelling, engaging piece of music. Today, I’m breaking down my personal approach to arranging music—layer …
If you’ve been making music from home for any amount of time, chances are your plugin folder is overflowing with “must-have” plugins that you barely use. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. The endless pursuit of new plugins, better tools, and the latest gear can actually be hurting your creativity and productivity. Today, I want to …
If you think you need a high-end microphone, a perfectly treated studio, and racks of expensive gear to make professional music from home, think again. Many home recording artists fall into the same traps—spending too much time and money chasing perfection instead of focusing on what truly matters. In this article, we’re debunking the biggest …
If you’ve been scrolling through music production spaces online, you might have come across Musiversal—a service promising unlimited remote recording sessions with professional musicians for just $199 a month. Sounds incredible, right? But does it actually deliver, or is it too good to be true? I spent several months using Musiversal, recording multiple songs, and …
Many home producers believe mixing and mastering make a song sound professional. While these steps are important, they aren’t the secret sauce that takes a track from amateur to polished. That honor belongs to the arrangement. A well-structured arrangement shapes a song’s dynamics, movement, and energy. It keeps listeners engaged, enhances the emotional impact, and makes …
Music production has evolved dramatically over the years. With modern tools, vocal performances are being fine-tuned, polished, and enhanced in ways that spark debate. Are we overproducing vocals? Are artists creating an illusion of talent, or are they simply using tools to make their recordings sound the best they can? In this article, we’ll explore …
If you’re struggling to get your vocals to shine in your home recordings, you might be wondering: Do I need a more expensive microphone? Will upgrading my mic actually make a difference? Or is it just a myth that spending more money equals better sound? In this post, we’re going to break it all down …
This year could be the year you release your best music ever. Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been producing for years, staying focused on a few key principles can help you hit your goals. These five tips are based on lessons I wish someone had shared with me when I started producing music …
Home recording has never been more accessible. But there’s a lot of misinformation out there, especially about room treatment. Some people think it’s a must for pro-quality recordings. That’s not entirely true. Let’s dive into why room treatment may not be the game-changer you think it is and how you can achieve stellar vocals without …
TL;DRFor most acoustic guitar compression you should focus on 3-5 db gain reduction, a medium attack (3-8 milliseconds) and a release time that works with the tempo of the performance (use Tuneform) If you’re a guitar player recording from home, you must know how to use compression. Compressors are essential for getting that perfect sound …