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How Modern Vocal Compression Has Changed
Vocal compression is one of the few subtle techniques used in the studio that have been carried from decade to decade in the studio. Even before hardware compression was introduced, engineers would naturally overdrive their hardware or tape machines for an organic, natural compression – what many today simply refer to as saturation.
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Why Synthesizer Music Is Growing In Popularity
Electronic music isn’t all about EDM these days. While it’s still one of the most popular genres and a mainstay on the pop charts, there are literally hundreds of subgenres that have popped up that are completely synth-based in nature. 
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The Best Tape Plugins For Any DAW
Tape plugins have a wide range of definitions and features that it can sometimes be difficult to determine where you should start. With so many great tape plugins available on the market today, it’s important you know what you’re looking for in your next one and how it’s going to supplement your current mix workflow.
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Subwoofers are some of the most commonly found devices in recording studios – big and small. After the computer, interface & speakers, a subwoofer is often the next hardware purchase for producers that work primarily in the box. But what is a subwoofer and why bother with them?

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