Articles on music production for film & TV, mixing techniques, plugins, and the creative process. 308 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.
Learn how audio saturation works, where to use it, and how it shapes tone, loudness, and mix clarity.
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Uygar DuzgunJul 04, 2023
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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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6 Tips to Learn Music Production Faster
How quickly can you learn music production? You can, but it requires a lot of hard work. Music production is a complicated field with a lot of moving parts. Realistically, it takes months and years of study and practice before you really start seeing results. Focus on just creating your own path rat
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Uygar DuzgunJul 06, 2023
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3 of the Best Audio Interfaces Under $200
Three reliable audio interfaces under $200, tested for real home-studio use. See which one fits your workflow best.
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Uygar DuzgunJul 10, 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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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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The 5 Best Online Music Production Courses
Where is the best place to learn music production? Udemy is another online learning platform with thousands of courses on everything from creative hobbies to professional skills. Their music courses will teach you everything you want to know about music production, instruments, vocal techniques, mus
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Uygar DuzgunJul 07, 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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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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25 of the Best VST Plugins on the Market
What plugins do pop producers use? Top 10 Pop Music and R&B Plugins & Kontakt Libraries 2023 Ujam SPARKLE 2 (Plugin), Native Instruments Vocal Colors NEW* (Kontakt Library), Native Instruments Playbox (Kontakt Library), Native Instruments Glaze (Kontakt Library), UJAM Beatmaker KANDY (Plugin), UJAM
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Uygar DuzgunJul 09, 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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What Is Phantom Power And How Does It Work With Microphones?
How does Phantom Power work with microphones? The world of audio technology is loaded with a diverse range of devices, gadgets, and terms that may seem extremely foreign to the uninitiated. One of these terms that often pops up and usually causes confusion among the unversed is “Phantom Power”. This
