Studio & Recording

One of the most influential streaming platforms in the music industry, SoundCloud, has helped to kick-start the careers of many previously unknown artists. The open audio platform once started as a website for upcoming artists to upload their tracks, but has evolved to a platform with advertisements for revenue and an option for paid subscriptions. However, the website now has 175 million registered users and continues to function as the main track sharing platform for new artists. Today, Guest blogger Melvin van der Waal from Moon Jelly Agency shines his light on the benefits of the SoundCloud Pro Unlimited subscription.

One of the major talking points in the EDM industry is the role of ghost producers. When it comes to producing your music, many of you spend days, weeks, or even months trying to perfect your musical vision. So, why not use a ghost producer to help you? Today, Guest Blogger Remko de Jong from Moon Jelly Agency will shine his light on the question whether you should or should not hire a ghost producer, and how the use of a ghost producer can influence your music career.

Christmas is coming, and that’s good news for producers! Those music-making studio fanatics we all know and love are hoping to receive a Christmas gift that will satisfy their appetites for studio gear; but, what do you buy the producer who has everything? To help you decide, we’ve compiled a list of ten affordable Christmas gift ideas that the producer in your life is sure to appreciate, regardless of whether they’re an amateur or a professional. Best of all, some of these gift ideas cost less than 10 pounds!

If you’ve written a few songs with your band and you want to share them with the rest of the world, you’ll need to record them. Thanks to the latest technology, this no longer means an expensive trip to the nearest recording studio. All you need is a computer and a few other bits and pieces of equipment. Read on to find out more about how to make your very own demo!

Last January at the NAMM 2018 convention in California, USA, we ran into a local DJ/producer by the name of Melloe D. It didn’t take long to see this talented 26-year-old clearly knows her way around studio recording equipment and DJ gear. Read more about the inspiring journey she’s made so far in the music industry.

Do you dream of making professional-sounding music productions in your own home recording studio? Then we’ve got good news! These days, anyone can make recordings and produce albums, EPs and singles in the comfort of their own home! All you need is the right gear. It used to cost a small fortune to rent a professional studio or equipment, but those days are over. This blog takes you through the five basic studio products you need to begin. So, what are you waiting for? Clean out that space in the attic and start building your home studio today!

With millions of subscribers, thousands of comments, fan events and sponsorships, some vloggers have reached celebrity status with their viral YouTube videos. If you dream of a career as a professional vlogger, then this blog will help you get started! You don’t need a lot to begin with, but investing in some vlog equipment will surely give you a leg up on the competition. Here is our quintessential list of must-have gear for up-and-coming vloggers!

These days, many people are interested in recording their vocals; not necessarily for professional purposes, but for accompanying a YouTube video or for performing at home, for instance. Perhaps you’re learning how to sing and want to record your progress, or you want to entertain some guests in the sitting room by amplifying your voice through a speaker. To do this, you’ll need a microphone, but it doesn’t need to be a top-of-the-line piece of studio equipment. You can opt for a USB microphone or a straightforward vocal microphone, depending on your situation. In this blog, we’ll go through the necessary microphone accessories so you can capture or amplify your vocals successfully!

Some of the most frequently-asked questions we get here at Bax Music are about connecting studio monitors. “Which cables do I use to connect a set of studio monitors to a laptop or PC? Which cables do I need to hook my DJ controller up to my monitors? Why do I need an audio interface, and how do I connect it to my studio monitors?” In this blog, we’ll take you through some examples using a set of active studio monitors, which have a built-in amplifier.

If you’re in the market for a new set of headphones, then you’ll quickly discover the selection is enormous. Which set you choose is ultimately down to your own personal preference, but what’s the best way to make an informed decision? As well as all your personal preferences, there is another factor to take into consideration: headphone impedance! What is it, and what’s the right amount for your needs? In this blog post, we’ll be going into depth about headphone impedance so you can make the right choice.