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How Les Paul and the Beatles Transformed Mixes with Varispeed
Recording Dojo

How Les Paul and the Beatles Transformed Mixes with Varispeed

Three steps to exploring the wonders of tempo shifting.

Are Digital Modelers For You?
Amp DIY

Are Digital Modelers For You?

A deep dive into faux amps, futuristic setups, and how to use modern technology’s powers for good.

Three Simple Secrets for Better Mixes
Recording Dojo

Three Simple Secrets for Better Mixes

Respecting dynamics and artists’ intentions, along with a knowledge of the core sounds of various genres, will propel your journey on the path to enlightenment.

Using Vocoders to Harmonize with Guitar Tracks
Recording Dojo

Using Vocoders to Harmonize with Guitar Tracks

Your DAW and a simple plug-in can match your guitar lines in weird and colorful ways. Blast off, space cadets!

How to Mike a Singing Acoustic Guitarist
Recording Dojo

How to Mike a Singing Acoustic Guitarist

Recording vocals and a flattop at the same time can be tricky for a number of reasons. Here are some techniques to try when attempting to mitigate the sometimes-conflicting concerns of this common studio scenario.

Reverb Explained
Recording Dojo

Reverb Explained

Defy the laws of physics by following Bryan Clark's tips for generating fresh and articulate sounds with reverb plug-ins.

Are Your Tracks Ready for a Pro Mix?
Recording

Are Your Tracks Ready for a Pro Mix?

Four blue-chip engineers—Dave Fridmann, Eric Bauer, Colin Marston, and Jarvis Taveniere—explain what you need to do to prepare your home recordings for prime-time mixing—and sonic glory.

fender telecaster and fender deluxe
Recording Dojo

Tracking Guitars? Get a Room!

How area miking can give your axe new sonic dimension.

Recording Dojo: The Case for Miking Your Electric Guitar
Recording Dojo

Recording Dojo: The Case for Miking Your Electric Guitar

Why you should consider tracking the acoustic sound of your solid-, semi-, or hollowbody axe in addition to the amp it's plugged into.

Recording Dojo: A High Five for the Low-Pass Filter
Pro-Advice

Recording Dojo: A High Five for the Low-Pass Filter

How to use an indispensable DAW tool to focus tracks, find space in a mix, create vintage-style sounds, and more.