What is FET Compressor Introduction Welcome everyone! If you are here, you probably want to learn more about this type of compressor - the FET one. We already know that there are 4 basic types of compressors: Variable Mu compressor, VCA compressor, Optical or Opto compressor, and the king of ...

Tips for Better Home Recordings Introduction It is likely that you are already making recordings at home if you have a microphone and a computer. Producing tracks that are competitive with studio releases is possible, but unlikely. There are some instances, however, when home recordings are ...

Tips for Reducing Sibilance Introduction A passionate vocalist can produce harsh and unpleasant tones when belting into a microphone. You will be able to achieve a smoother-sounding performance if you know how to eliminate vocal sibilance during recording and mixing. The "sss" sound they ...

Compression Tips and Tricks Introduction It is obvious that compression is one of today's most indispensable tools for producers, allowing them to increase the punch, volume, and consistency of their instruments and vocals, often exerting a positive 'analog' influence on their sound. It ...

Tips for Mixing Back Vocals Introduction Backing vocals are more than a few additional voices in a song. Their role in the arrangement is quite distinct and quite specific. Particularly in complex tonal compositions, backing vocals contribute to the density of the lead vocals. It is also ...

What Are Optical Compressors? Introduction On our way to audio mastery, we should understand the optical compressor (or plugin emulation) as one of the most common hardware compressors. How do optical compressors work? An optical compressor alters the dynamics of an audio signal by ...