Continuing from my previous tutorial on dynamics, in the context of your instrument, this my attempt at explaining dynamics in a band’s context. This will help you sound good in a band setting as, you will not only understand where to fit in (and where not to), but also by how much. [More]
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Dynamics Explained: Instrument Context
The application of dynamics may well be the most misunderstood and therefore neglected aspect of a performance, especially here in the Maldives.
This article was inspired by a comment from Faya. Hence, this is the first part of a series of tutorials, in my attempt to explain dynamics in the contexts of:
- Instrument Context (individual dynamics)
- Band Context
- Sound Context
And finally, how the three contexts are inter-related. [More]
Presets: A Quick Start – Not a Good Head Start
More often that not, beginners are lead to rely a bit heavily on presets programmed-in by the manufacturer, and usually get stuck with a tone, that initially sounds great, only to be criticized by others later. What’s happening?
Audacity – Audio Editing Software (FOSS)
Audacity is an audio editing software that is free, open-source and runs on Mac OS, Linux & Windows operating systems. It is a great tool for audio enthusiasts, who wish to get into the basics of audio editing and processing, without spending a dime.
It offers Equalization, compression, fades, tempos, and other basic tools to get you started. The GUI looks childish, however its performance is not. Audacity also supports addition plugins and libraries.