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Top Picks: Best Microphone Stands for 2026

Best Microphone stand

As a dedicated recording engineer, I am always on the hunt for the best microphone stands that will not only hold my mic but enhance my overall recording experience. The year 2026 promises cutting-edge microphone stands that are geared towards…

The Best Headphones for Drummers

Vic Firth Drum Headphones

Introduction As a professional mixing and mastering engineer, I understand the critical role that headphones play in a drummer’s arsenal. The quest for the best headphones for drummers is not just about finding a comfortable fit or a robust design;…

Optimize Your Space with a Home Vocal Booth

How to Build a DIY Vocal Booth: The Professional’s Guide to Perfect Sound Isolation As a seasoned mixing and mastering engineer, I’ve seen firsthand how crucial a well-built vocal booth is to the recording process. Whether you’re laying down vocals,…

Which Pro Tools is Right for Me? A Complete Guide

Pro Tools Intro vs Artist

Complete Guide to the Different Versions of Pro Tools As a mixing and mastering engineer, I’ve explored different digital audio workstations (DAWs). However, one name that consistently stands out is Pro Tools. It holds a position in the world of…

Daily Routine of a Mixing Engineer

Today I want to share my daily routine as a mixing engineer. I work from home, specifically from my garage studio. It’s double-walled and sound-isolated so that the sound quality is great, and it doesn’t disturb anyone in my house…

The Weeknd’s Vocal Chain

The Weeknd's Vocal Chain

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”] I must say that Jaycen Joshua is one of my favorite mixing engineers. I have learned a lot from listening to his mixes…

3 Reasons Why You Need A Professional Audio Mastering

Introduction   There’s something magical that happens in the final step of the music production process—a transformation that turns a great mix into a release-ready record. That magic is called professional audio mastering. For many artists, producers, and even engineers,…