Articles on music production for film & TV, mixing techniques, plugins, and the creative process. 305 articles.
With over 4 million streams as Scott Millien and years of composing for film and TV, I write about what actually works in music production — from mixing techniques and plugin reviews to sound design, mastering workflows, and studio setup. These articles cover DAWs like Ableton Live, Logic Pro, and FL Studio, plus the gear and creative process behind getting a professional sound. Whether you're producing your first beat or refining your mix bus chain, you'll find honest opinions backed by hands-on experience.
The History of the 1176 Compressor: Revisions A to H
Which of the revisions A to H of the 1176 Compressor had the most significant impact on its functionality? Since its inception in the early 1960s, the 1176 Compressor has played an integral part in the world of sound engineering and music production. Initially produced by UREI (United Recording Elec
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Uygar DuzgunJul 05, 2023
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How to Make a Living Selling Beats Online
What are some legal considerations I should be aware of when selling beats online? It’s a new era. Musicians and producers no longer have to rely on gigs and record labels to make a living. With the rise of the internet, music artists can now earn a significant income by selling beats online. Whethe
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Uygar DuzgunJul 02, 2023
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The Difference Between Open-Back and Closed-Back Headphones
Are open backs better for your ears? Open-back headphones have better sound quality It is almost always the case, that users wanting the best sound quality from their headphones should be looking at open-back headphones. This rule has some exceptions, but most audiophile-grade headphones are well-ve
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Uygar DuzgunJul 07, 2023
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4 Types of Audio Compressors You Need to Know About
What are the 4 types of audio compressors discussed in the article?
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Uygar DuzgunJul 02, 2023
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Perceived Loudness Explained: Why Some Sounds Feel Louder
Learn how perceived loudness works, why meters can mislead you, and how to make mixes feel louder without over-compressing them.
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Uygar DuzgunJul 04, 2023
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8 Personality Traits of an Excellent Music Producer
What are the personality traits a producer should have? Personality Traits of the Average Music Producer Risk-tolerant. Willing or open to taking risks, Trusting. Belief in a person’s honesty or sincerity; not suspicious, Optimistic. Hopeful and confident about the future, Deliberate. Fully consider
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Uygar DuzgunJul 06, 2023
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5 of the Best MIDI Keyboards for Music Producers
What budgets are we looking at for these top 5 MIDI keyboards for music producers? For those delving into the world of music production, a MIDI keyboard forms an integral part of your journey. A high-quality MIDI keyboard can help you to effectively navigate your digital audio workstation, refining
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Uygar DuzgunJul 02, 2023
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The Difference Between Buses, Auxes, Sends, and Returns
How do returns contribute to the audio signal process and how are they different from buses, auxes, and sends in PAA? Understanding the different terminologies in the world of audio mixing is critical to achieving excellent mixing results. Among the terms that are often used in audio mixing are buse
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Uygar DuzgunJul 02, 2023
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The Difference Between Mixing And Mastering
Which is harder mixing or mastering? Since mixing involves more individual elements, it can be considered more complex than mastering. With that in mind, that certainly doesn’t make it easier than the mastering process. Mastering and mixing can each take years of training to pin down, and oftentimes
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Uygar DuzgunJul 08, 2023
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Audio Signal Levels: Mic, Instrument, Line, Speaker
Learn audio signal levels the practical way: mic, instrument, line, and speaker. Clean gain staging, fewer mistakes, better mixes.
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Uygar DuzgunJul 08, 2023
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4 Tips for Building a Music Production PC
What you need to build a PC for music production? The build list for your music production PC Quad-core / 2.4Ghz clock speed processor minimum, No less than 8GB of RAM (but 16GB will be more efficient), At least 500GB of storage (SSD preferable), 1TB will be more cost-effective in the long term, A m
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Uygar DuzgunJul 10, 2023
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The Science of Audio Saturation: How It Works
Learn how audio saturation works, where to use it, and how it shapes tone, loudness, and mix clarity.
