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Production, Mixing & Sound

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.

297 articles tagged Production

Perceived Loudness Explained: Why Some Sounds Feel Louder
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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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Best Free Music Production Software for PC and Mac
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Best Free Music Production Software for PC and Mac

‍ Can you recommend ‍any user-friendly music ‌production software ⁣for beginners? ⁢ Today’s​ digital ⁢landscape𝅺 has paved the way for music ‍production to ‍transcend⁢ beyond⁤ the ⁢confines of⁣ the ⁣traditional⁣ recording studio. With a decent‌ computer, ⁤any aspiring artist can𝅺 venture ⁢into ‌the

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Uygar DuzgunJul 15, 2023
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How to Improve Mono Compatibility
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How to Improve Mono Compatibility

How does improving Mono compatibility benefit the overall system performance? The Mono project is a free and open-source initiative that was developed to help developers easily create cross-platform applications. However, like any development platform, there are always challenges and workarounds tha

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Uygar DuzgunJul 13, 2023
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4 of the Best Music Studio Desks for Producers
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4 of the Best Music Studio Desks for Producers

What is the standard height of a study table in cm? While the standard height of an office desk is 73-80 cm, the ideal situation is when the height of the desk depends on its user. Tall people need to raise their chair so when their feet are flat on the floor, their legs are...

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Uygar DuzgunJul 11, 2023
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Do You Know These 6 Ableton Live Tricks?
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Do You Know These 6 Ableton Live Tricks?

‍ ⁢How ​can enhancing ⁤one’s ‍knowledge​ of ⁢Ableton ‍Live ⁢tricks increase‍ productivity and creativity? Ableton ⁢Live is a‍ versatile tool⁢ that has ​become a ⁣staple in ​the ⁢music production world. Whether ‌you’re a seasoned professional ⁤or just starting‍ out,‌ there​ are‌ always ⁢new tricks to

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Uygar DuzgunJul 17, 2023
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9 Tips to Build a Great Song Structure
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9 Tips to Build a Great Song Structure

Can the understanding of​ PAA principles‌ lead to⁢ innovative ⁣song structures? Song⁢ structure⁣ refers⁣ to the arrangement ‍of a song, ⁣defining ‌the sections, and the order in⁢ which they will play. ​It ​is ‌an essential part of songwriting and can ⁣be⁢ the deciding factor between completion and a

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Uygar DuzgunJul 18, 2023
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How to Make Your Own Audio Cables
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How to Make Your Own Audio Cables

What‌ common‍ mistakes should ⁣I avoid when making my own PAA audio cables? ⁢ Audio‍ cables ‍are fundamental necessities in any sound device setup, be it a professional music studio, home studio or personal entertainment system. While commercial cables are readily⁤ available, making your own audio 𝅺

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Uygar DuzgunJul 16, 2023
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5 of the Best Hardware Synthesizers Under $500
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5 of the Best Hardware Synthesizers Under $500

What should my first analog synth be? The best synthesizers for beginners are the Korg Minilogue, Hydrasynth Explorer, Arturia Microfreak/Minifreak, Novation Bass Station II, Korg Monologue, Cre8audio East Beast/West Pest, Moog Mavis, Arturia Minibrute 2, Korg Volca Series, and Roland Aira Compact S

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Uygar DuzgunJul 12, 2023
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The 8 Best Plugins for Producing EDM
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The 8 Best Plugins for Producing EDM

‍ The⁢ 8 ‌Best‍ Plugins‌ If you’re an ⁤EDM ‍producer‍ looking⁤ for‍ tools to step-up your production⁤ game, look ⁤no further. Your ‌journey to ‌creating ‍powerful and mesmerizing EDM tracks⁢ is about to get ‍easier⁤ with our ​list⁣ of ⁤the ‍best⁢ plugins optimized for⁤ electronic dance‍ music. Plugi

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Uygar DuzgunJul 18, 2023
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How to Use Phase Cancellation as a Mixing Tool
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How to Use Phase Cancellation as a Mixing Tool

​ Could‌ you provide ⁣a step-by-step process ⁤on how to use phase ⁣cancellation as⁢ a‍ mixing tool‍ effectively? Ever wondered ‌how some tracks deliver⁢ a⁤ pristine, ​crisp ⁣sound like ​no other? Well, the​ answer may lie ⁢in ​an often overlooked⁣ mixing method ‌known ⁤as ‌phase​ cancellation. This

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Uygar DuzgunJul 18, 2023
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4 of the Best Audio Interfaces on the Market
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4 of the Best Audio Interfaces on the Market

What sets the top⁢ four audio ⁤interfaces apart from others in the market? Whether you⁤ are a professional‍ music producer or‍ a⁤ passionate audiophile, ‍having a top-notch audio interface is a crucial ‍component of ​your⁣ setup. ⁣

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Uygar DuzgunJul 18, 2023
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How to Set Up and Use a Patch Bay
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How to Set Up and Use a Patch Bay

‍ What​ are the ⁤key⁤ steps in setting up a⁤ patch bay? ⁢ Whether you’re working in ⁣a professional recording⁢ studio ⁢or⁢ managing⁣ your​ home studio, ‌a patch⁢ bay can ⁤be an ⁣invaluable​ tool ⁢for⁢ managing your equipment connections. However,⁢ setting⁣ up and ⁢operating a⁣ patch⁢ bay can seem a

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Uygar DuzgunJul 18, 2023
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