The Vinyl Revival: Melbourne’s Love Affair with Physical Media In a world dominated by digital streaming, you might assume that physical media, particularly vinyl records, would be relegated to the dustbin of history. Yet, have you noticed that in Melbourne and across Australia, vinyl is not just surviving but thriving? This trend isn’t just a …
Do I Need to Master My Music in 2025? In the ever-evolving landscape of music production, one question that consistently arises is: “Do I need to master my music?” As we move through 2025, the answer remains a resounding “Yes.” But why is mastering still so crucial in today’s digital age? Let’s explore the reasons …
Mixing Lessons Written By Jeremy Chua What is Reverb? Reverb is the musical term we use to describe reflections that occur naturally in a space. When a sound is produced in a space, sound waves travel in all directions until they reflect off a surface and then the next; these reflections continue to occur at diminishing amplitudes as energy is absorbe …
Mastering Lessons Written By Jeremy Chua What is Mastering? Mastering refers to the final stage of audio production where a mix is prepared for its intended platform. This process involves putting finishing touches on a mix – this might include automation and level adjustments, stereo imaging, monitoring for clicks, pops, mono compatibility, add …
Mixing Lessons Written By Jeremy Chua No one likes a muddy mix! Us mix engineers can often get caught up with advanced techniques while trying to create this seemingly elusive thing of “space” in a mix; from sidechain compression to dynamic reverbs to smart EQs, does it really need to be this complicated all the time? Here’s 5 simple tips that should b …
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