The debate between mixing with headphones and monitors is a longstanding one in the music production community. Each method offers distinct advantages and challenges, impacting the final sound quality of a mix.  The choice between headphones and monitors can significantly affect the mixing process, influencing everything from spatial perception to frequency response. Recognizing the importance of selecting the right tool for mixing is crucial for achieving the best possible sound quality in music production. Analysis of Headphones for Mixing The journey of mixing music is a nuanced one, w ..read more

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into music production and composition marks a significant shift in the creative landscape of the industry. This transformative technology offers both opportunities and challenges, reshaping the way music is created, produced, and experienced. The music industry has always been at the forefront of technological innovation, from the advent of vinyl records to the digital streaming revolution. The emergence of AI is the latest development poised to redefine the industry.  AI's role in music production and composition is multifaceted, offering t ..read more

Hello Stephen. Maybe you can use this on your blog. When I record any guitars I always mic them. I just don’t like the sound of direct miking for electric and especially acoustic guitar. I mic my electric guitar cab and and use a x/y configuration on my old Gibson acoustic. I point the “arrow” of the mics at the 12th fret about 6” away. My question is. When I am using the x/y configuration how do you mix these mics? Do you pan them and treat each one as its own track? Do you mix the two mics down to one track? Do you use a splitter of some sort? What do you do when mixing this configuration fo ..read more