ICON Student Spotlight: 28mm
This student spotlight introduces you to Christian Cespedes, aka 28mm. Christian graduated from ICON in 2017 and has since become a house and techno force.
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10 Best Microphone Modeling Plugins for Vocal Production
What are the best microphone modeling plugins? This Icon Picks roundup features ten microphone emulation tools that model the most revered mics of all time.
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5 Free VST Plugins: November 2019
This free VST plugins roundup features a digital emulation of an analog tube amplifier, an SSL style compressor, two analog-style EQs, and a versatile flanger.
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What is an A&R in the Digital Age
What is an A&R? Learn how the A&R role is changing in the digital age and how to get the attention of an A&R to increase your odds of getting signed.
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What Are Loudness Meters and Why It Matters
What is loudness, and how do you measure loudness? Learn how to use different loudness meters to optimize your music for current loudness standards.
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Being an Independent Artist vs. Signing to a Record Label
Should you go independent or sign with a record label? Learn the advantages and disadvantages of releasing music as an independent artist vs. signing with a record label.
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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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