Song Structure: How to Put a Song Together
Discover why song structure is awesome. We discuss some traditional song forms and explore how they lend a hand to the songwriter.
How to Write a Melody
You can learn melody intuitively or with a nerdy, thought-out, theoretical approach. Both work. We cover some tips on both methods.
How to Write Song Lyrics: 12 Inspiring Tips
We cover 12 tips on how you can set up circumstances in which good song lyrics are likely to happen for you.
How to Write a Song for Beginners
Are you an overwhelmed beginner? Some ideas to get started: Limit your options, emulate something you love. Then try the 8-step exercise here.
How to Make Chord Progressions
Explore how chords are built and how you can bring life to tired progressions through the use of walking bass, pedal point, and other techniques.
How to Write a Love Song
You love someone because ‘they sing a song only you can hear’. We look at three methods songwriters use to write love songs and offer up a 10-step Love Song Exercise.
Microphone Proximity Effect: How It Works & How to Use It
Microphone proximity effect is a bass boost that occurs when you move a mic closer to its source. Learn what causes it and how you can use it.
Microphone Frequency Response: A Concise Guide
What is Microphone Frequency Response? Microphone frequency response is the output level of a microphone across its entire frequency range. When we delve into the realm of microphone frequency response,
Microphone Polar Patterns: A Clear Guide
Our Guide to Microphone Polar Patterns helps you get the most out of your mic. Eliminate the guesswork of recording by understanding angles.
Motu M4 Review
Motu M4 Review: Overview Known for higher end interfaces, Motu recently released the M2 and M4 interfaces. In the competitive market of entry level portable audio interfaces, we found the