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Useful ChatGPT prompts for musicians and music producers
Music production

7 useful ChatGPT prompts for musicians and music producers

Technology is not a creativity killer, on the contrary, it offers tools that create new creative opportunities. Artificial intelligence has emerged on the scene and scared many because it could disrupt the creative process and threaten traditional creative jobs like music production. But those jobs won't be lost to ChatGPT - AI is there to free us from boring and repetitive tasks so we can really focus on the creative and exciting stuff. Here are some ways you can use this tool to your advantage to streamline your workflow as a music producer or musician

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pentatonic
Music Theory

Pentatonic: Explanation, history and use of the pentatonic scale

The pentatonic scale is a fascinating phenomenon in the world of music, as old as music itself and yet ubiquitous. It consists of five notes per octave and can be found in a variety of musical cultures around the world, from the traditional sounds of Asia and Africa to the country music and blues of the West.

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Adjusting the equaliser: This is how's done
Music production

Adjusting the equalizer for the perfect sound - here's how!

Equalizers are probably the most important devices in music production, because they can change audio signals with frequency accuracy. But they are also used in movie theaters, hi-fi systems, and cars to create the best possible sound. Here you can find out how to adjust the equalizer for any situation.

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The best electric guitarists of all time
For artists

The 12 greatest electric guitarists in music history

Without the electric guitar there would be no rock'n'roll, no question. But there are some guitarists who have left their mark on rock history and have become legends. In this article, we take a look at the best electric guitarists of all time.

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Shure SM58
Gear

Shure SM58: 5 unusual applications you should know about

Today is May 8th, SM58 Day. A day to honor the most famous and best-selling microphone in the world. And today I would like to share with you some unusual uses of the Shure SM58 to show how versatile this microphone is.

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The best audio interfaces
Gear

The 8 Best Audio Interfaces in 2023 (USB & Thunderbolt)

With modern audio interfaces, recording high-quality audio is more accessible nowadays than ever before. A few decades ago, there was no choice but to get into a professional studio to produce a record. That has all changed, and that’s largely thanks to the budget audio interface.

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Mix and mastering: we explain the difference
Music production

Mixing and mastering: what's the difference?

Mixing? Mastering? Is there even a difference? Many people, especially those just starting out in the world of audio engineering, ask themselves this question every day.

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Shure SM7B
Gear

Shure SM7B: How a broadcast microphone conquered the world of music production

This microphone was originally designed for broadcast applications, but somehow it has found its way into almost every music production studio in the world. But how did that happen, and why?

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Improve room acoustics in the studio
Music production

Acoustic treatment in the studio: The Ultimate Guide

Improving room acoustics - it doesn't have to cost a fortune! You can build absorbers yourself and save about 70% of the cost. In this article, you will learn step by step what to do in every corner and on every wall to achieve optimal sound, explained with sketches, pictures and videos.

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The musical cadence simply explained
Music Theory

Harmony for Producers: The Musical Cadence

Everyone has seen it at least once: 5 musicians on stage for a jam session who have never seen each other before. Only the key for the jam is set and everyone starts. Despite the improvisation, the piece sounds synchronized and the musicians seem to be perfectly attuned to each other, which is mainly due to the set cadence.

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Modern MIDI Setup
Music production

What is MIDI? An overview of one of the most important inventions in music history

The invention of MIDI has opened up many possibilities for producers and sound engineers. Without MIDI, amateur music production would not be possible and real instruments would still be needed for every song.

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What is the best DAW? We compare 12 of the smoothest DAWs in the world
Music production

The 13 Best DAWs in 2023

The invention of DAWs has made music production accessible to many people. Thanks to DAWs and the digital audio world, many producers don't even have to go to a recording studio to make good music anymore.

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Noise Gate: Everything you should know about it
Music production

Noise Gate: Explanation, Functionality and Use Cases

If you are a musician, producer or sound engineer, you have probably heard the term "noise gate" many times. But what exactly is such a device and how does it work? In this article, we take a closer look at noise gates, their different types and how they are used in music production and live sound reinforcement.

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The best guitar amps for all budgets
Instruments

The 20 best guitar amps in 2023: Our pick of the best combos and tops for every budget

There are now so many guitar amplifiers on the market that the choice can be very difficult, especially for beginners. Whether all-tube, transistor or digital - the choice of amplifiers has never been as wide as it is today.

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Thomann Easter Offers
Gear

Easter deals at Thomann start today: Save up to 30%

Attention gear lovers! It's that time of the year again: Thomann.de has some great offers for us this Easter. The perfect opportunity to update your studio without having to dig too deep into your pockets. Thomann is offering up to 30% off on a small selection of musical instruments and equipment, and even more on software.

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The best studio headphones for music production
Gear

The 11 best headphones for music production

Headphones are an essential tool in music production. You need them for recording, but they can also come in handy during mixing and mastering. In this article, we take a look at the best models on the market.

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20 The Best Free VST Plugins
Music production

The 27 Best Free VST Plugins in 2023

Nowadays there are many good free VST plug-ins - and many bad ones too. The good news is that you have nothing to lose by trying them, because they cost nothing. Here I compare the best options available in 2023.

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The best drum machines
Gear

The 10 Best Drum Machines in 2023

Drum machines have an important place in music history, as they paved the way for electronic music. But other genres of music, such as hip hop, would not exist today without them. Despite the digital age we live in, they're still very much in demand, so today we're going to look at the best models on the market.

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