What is Multiband Compression and Why You Need It
What is multiband compression and why you need to know how to use it? This guide looks at five ways multiband compression can improve your mix.
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Learn How to Improve Your Mix with Spectrum Analyzers
What are spectrum analyzers? Learn how to use spectrum analyses to identify problematic frequencies, balance a mix, measure room acoustics, and more.
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How to Improve Your Mix with Field Recordings and Foley
What are field recordings? And, what is foley? Learn how to transform recorded audio of everyday sounds into unique samples for your music projects.
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5 Free VST Plugins: July 2018
This roundup of free VST plugins features a volume shaper, a modern synth, a compressor with some style, a fully-loaded sampler, and a monitoring utility.
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10 Best Creative Filter Plugins for Music Production
Looking for the best creative filter plugins? This Icon Picks roundup features a selection of expressive filter plugins that will transform your mixes or live performances.
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How To Build An Ableton White Noise Generator
ICON Instructor Paul Laski demonstrates how to build a White Noise Generator Instrument Rack in Ableton Live. Free White Noise Rack download included!
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Optimize Workflow w/ Ableton Live Project Template
Icon graduate James Geary aka Jetset breaks down his Ableton Live Project Template and shares some music production advice to maximize workflow.
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20 Best Analog-Style Compressor Plugins
Looking for the best compressor plugins? This Icon Picks roundup features a selection of analog-style compressor emulation plugins used to musically enhance dynamics of your mix.
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