How to transcribe a song: 7 must-know tips and tricks
Transcribing a song by ear can seem like an overwhelming process at first but taking a more structured approach like this makes the whole process much easier.
Hearing Effects: Distortion Effects, Part 2
Missed part one? Catch up here. Last time around we talked about the basics of amplifier distortion: What it is, where it came from and what it sounds like. Now it’s time to discuss the non-amp distortion gizmos out there that claim to be able to replicate the...Ear Training – On The Go!
There’s never been a better time to take up ear training. With these tools, it’s possible to train your ears wherever and whenever it’s convenient for you.
Hearing Effects: Distortion Effects, Part 1
Missed the start of the series? Catch up here. Ahh, it’s time for all things filth! Overdrive, distortion, fuzz, soft clipping, hard clipping, and limitless other descriptions to describe one of the most dramatic sound effects ever! If dynamics effects are to claim...
Open Your Ears to Tuvan Throat Singing!
Believe it or not, it is possible to sing more than one note at once! Discover the Tuvan throat singing method and train your ears to understand how it’s done.
Frequency Fundamentals Recap Quiz
If you’ve been following the Frequency Fundamentals series, hopefully you’ve already had a go at the first two quizzes (1, 2), designed to test your knowledge of frequencies and harmonics. If not – now’s the time! This new quiz is a recap of...
Get familiar with the minor pentatonic scale
The minor pentatonic scale is a staple of rock and blues guitar, also quite common in metal, punk, and other genres. Learn to recognise its distinctive sound.
Hearing Effects: Dynamics, Part 2 – Even more dynamic…
Missed the start of the series? Catch up here. Last time around we looked at the basic controls of the compression effect, a core part of dynamics control in audio. This week we’ll look at some specialised variants: Limiters, Expanders, Gates, and Multi-Band...
Wired For Sound Part 4: Headphones
So far we’ve covered playback sources, discussed options for amps and speakers, and looked at ways to judge improvements to your setup by listening. This week we’re focusing on the more compact alternative to a room full of hi-fi gear: Headphones....
Hearing Effects: Dynamics, Part 1 – Compressors
Missed the start of the series? Catch up here. Compressors, limiters, single band, multi band, soft knee, hard knee, ratios, attack, release… on and on and on. These terms sound more like medical tools/procedures used in gastrointestinal bypass surgeries!...
