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How to Make a DJ Mustard Type Beat
Have you heard Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us"? If so, then you're familiar with DJ Mustard's work. While few producers are known by name, if you want to be part of the music industry, it's important to study the people behind your favorite tracks. ...
How Autotune Changed The Landscape of Music
Autotune is a vocal processing software that was first introduced in 1997 by Antares Audio Technologies. The software allows users to manipulate the pitch of a recording in order to correct any tuning issues in a vocal performance. The inspiration for Autotune came...
How To Export Your Song For Mixing
You just finished recording your song and are ready to head to the studio, now what? After you schedule your session, you'll want to bring not only good vibes but, also your stems from your DAW for the engineer. In the music world, stems are the individual tracks...
What Is A DAW?
A DAW, or digital audio workstation, is software used for music production. The software enables users to record audio on a computer. The minimum functions of a DAW are audio recording, editing, MIDI editing, mixing, and mastering. DAWs can be found in both...
How To Record Vocals
You've probably never enjoyed a song where you hated the vocals. Whether you're recording at home or in a studio, good vocals are critical to making your music sound professional. With the proper devices and techniques, it is possible to record high-quality vocals...
What Is A Session Musician?
When you think of a professional musician, what comes to mind? Maybe someone who has been playing for years and has traveled the world performing in prestigious venues. Or maybe you envision someone who makes a living from teaching music lessons. But what about...
How to Export Your Song in Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, Cubase, FL Studio, and Ableton
Wondering how to ensure that your exported song retains its quality and is ready for distribution? In this blog post, we’ll delve into the process of how to export your songs in five popular DAWs: Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, Cubase, FL Studio, and Ableton Live. We'll...
SSL AWS900: Bay Eight’s Secret Weapon
The world-famous SSL AWS900, which is available at Bay Eight's Studio A, is one of our best assets. The super analog state-of-the-art mixing console available in only the most revered studios around the world. Want to know why the SSL AWS900 is so great? 1....
Ultimate Guide: How To Master A Song
In a music studio, there are three production stages; pre-production, production, and post-production. And of all, the audio post-production part is the most misunderstood. Mixing and mastering are essential processes, and we're here to help enlighten you about...
How To Get The Most Out Of Your 808 Drum
808 drums can be the difference between a good and a great track. The best 808's are clear and punchy, adding a bit of oomph to a record. Getting the most out of the drum sample, tuning, and layering of the drum's sound is essential. 1. Pick a Sample...
