ICON Student Spotlight: XELA
This Student Spotlight features XELA. Although his tracks live on the low-end, he is a multi-faceted producer who loves music from every genre and style.
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What Is a De-Esser and How to Use It
What is a De-esser? Learn how de-essing can reduce or remove harsh high frequencies from vocal recordings, instruments, and entire mixes.
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5 Free VST Plugins: July 2019
This free VST plugins roundup features a music production suite, vinyl simulator, multi-modulation effect, virtual acoustic drum instrument, and an SSL-style EQ.
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10 Best Channel Strip Plugins for Mixing
What are the best channel strip plugins? This ICON Picks roundup features ten popular channel strip plugins that offer versatile features and excellent sound quality.
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15 Best Vocal Mixing Plugins
What are the best vocal mixing plugins? This ICON Picks roundup features 15 vocal mixing plugins used by top music producers and engineers.
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Mix Vocals Like A Pro with These 15 Mixing Tips
Learn how to mix vocals. This guide offers 15 vocal mixing tips to help you achieve powerful and present lead vocals that cut through the mix.
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5 Stages of the Music Production Process
This guide looks at the five stages of music production. Learning how to manage them will help you navigate the music production process and increase workflow.
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10 Best Audio Interfaces Under $1,000
What are the best audio interfaces? This Icon Picks roundup features ten pro sounding audio interfaces under $1,000. It also offers buying tips!
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