What is a patchbay (and how does it work)?
Let's explore what a patchbay is, its most common configurations, and why you might want to consider incorporating one into...
audio technology
Analog vs. digital synthesizers: What’s the difference and which should you choose?
Learn about the strengths and limitations of analog vs. digital synthesizers, and when you'd want to reach for each.
Home studio acoustic treatment: An in-depth DIY guide
Dive into DIY home studio acoustic treatment approaches that are viable within three different budgets: $0, $500, and $1,000.
Types of microphones: A guide to how they work and best use cases
Join us as we explore a few of the most common types of microphones, what makes them work, and what...
Types of microphones: A guide to how they work and best use cases
Join us as we explore a few of the most common types of microphones, what makes them work, and what...
What is a vocoder? How to use vocoders in your music
Learn about what a vocoder is, how the effect works, and how you can apply vocoding in your own music...
What is phantom power (and when do you need it)?
Learn about what phantom power is, how it works, and when and why you need it when you're making music...
How do vacuum tubes work in music and audio?
We break down how vacuum tubes work in the simplest terms possible, and discuss why they're relevant in the world...
Colors of noise: White noise, brown noise, pink noise (and more)
From white noise and pink noise to more obscure variants, learn about the various colors of noise, their use cases,...
Audio cable types: A complete guide (with pictures)
Learn about common audio cable types spanning TS, TRS, XLR, MIDI, USB, and more, and how you can use them...
