10 BASIC ETIQUETTE YOU SHOULD FOLLOW IN YOUR RECORDING STUDIO

by socadmin - March 24, 20250

Etiquette refers to customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession or group. In a recording studio, as with any other organisation, there are proper etiquettes to follow to ensure that things go on smoothly in the studio. These are behaviours that when overlooked, can hamper the smooth running and general output of a recording studio. And in this post, we will be looking at proper recording studio etiquette useful to both staff and visitors to your recording studio. Turn Off Your Phone It is proper etiquette to turn off your phone or make sure it doesn't ring in the middle of a meeting or recording session. The ringing of a phone during a recording session not

ESSENTIAL QUALITIES YOU MUST POSSESS TO BE A SUCCESSFUL STUDIO MANAGER

by socadmin - March 22, 20250

A studio manager is someone who manages the daily operations of a studio. Studio managers are in charge of overseeing the day to day affairs of a studio to ensure that everything is working properly. They can be said to be the face of the Music or Video Production company and their duties often varies depending on the setting in which they're find themselves working in. But there are some skills that are non-negotiable if one desires to become a successful studio manager, and this post aims to reveal them. General management skill A Studio Manager must possess basic management skills such as planning, organizing and controlling both material and non-material resources of the studio. A Studio Manager might be required to hire,

10 TIPS TO HELP YOU FIND INSPIRATION FOR YOUR SONGWRITING

by socadmin - March 20, 20250

Inspiration can be a tricky thing in that you can feel it rush on you one day and then feel so dry the next. Songwriter's, like other writers can sometimes experience writer's block. And this can be very frustrating for a songwriter if and when it happens. In his article, we'll be looking at ten tips to help you find inspiration for your songwriting. Don't wait for inspiration to arrive, go get it yourself. Sometimes you'll need to push yourself to get the inspiration you need to write your next song. Waiting for inspiration to drop on you like ripe cherries does happens, but you might just end up waiting for a very long time, or worse, you might just have

SIX BASIC STEPS IN MUSIC PRODUCTION

by socadmin - March 6, 20250

Music production is an interesting craft that requires diligence, skill and time input to make the end product come out as good music. It is the process of making music and it involves an equal mix of creativity and technical skill. In recent times, a lot of people have began producing their own music themselves, right from their home studios or basements for several reasons ranging from a tight budget, desire to gain experience, or simply the for the adventure. This article aims to walk you through the various steps involved in music production and help you learn how to manage them. SONG COMPOSITION This is the process of developing the core elements of a song. Here, you experiment with various ideas and pen

10 TIPS TO HELP YOU BUILD YOUR OWN PROFESSIONAL MUSIC STUDIO

by socadmin - March 5, 20250

Owning your own music studio is great especially if you're just starting out your music career. You get the liberty to record at any time you wish, and then you eliminates the hourly cost of using a paid studio. When you own your own recording studio, you don't have to rush through your recording sessions. And you can spend as much time as you want to create the music in your heart. When your studio is set up professionally, you can as well monetize it by charging other musicians to record, thereby bringing in extra income to you. And in this post, we'll be covering ten simple tips to help you build your own professional music studio. 1.Location The choice of where to locate your

HOW TO WRITE A SCRIPT FOR YOUR MUSIC VIDEO

by socadmin - May 25, 20240

Producing a music video gives your music record a whole new look. It takes it to another level and raise it's sense of appeal to your fans. But before you jump into shooting your music video, it is important to write a script for it. A script gives your music video direction. It guides the video production process so it can come out with a touch of excellence. And in this post, we'll be giving some tips to help you write a script for your music video without sweat. Brainstorm For Ideas The first step to produce a great music video is to first gather ideas about what you want your video to be about. Brainstorming is an essential process and the best

7 HOME STUDIO RECORDING MISTAKES YOU SHOULD AVOID

by socadmin - May 21, 20240

Home studios have become increasingly popular because of the many benefits it offers to both aspiring and established musicians. The liberty to record at any time you wish and for as long as you desire without thinking about the hourly cost of using a paid studio, is very exciting. And many have gone down this path to have their own studio built into their homes for the sake of convenience. But for your home studio to translate into actual benefits to your music career, you have to ensure that both the set up of your studio and your music recording is done right. The output of most home recording studios turn out to be below par because of the numerous mistakes

7 TIPS TO HELP YOU RECORD AMAZING VOCALS

by socadmin - May 19, 20240

Vocals are the backbone of your music production. They are at the center of any music project, and they determine the success or failure of your music record. Recording an amazing vocal doesn't just happen by accident. It takes a lot of thoughts and efforts, and might require retakes too! And in this article, we'll be looking at seven tips to make your vocals come out great. Ensure you record in a treated room Recording vocals in an untreated room or studio can end up being a disaster. Your studio should undergo acoustic treatment if you aim for excellent music production. There is need to fit in foam or fiberglass panels that soak up the natural reverb of the room. Bass's traps and reflection filters should

ESSENTIAL TIPS TO AVOID HAZARDS IN YOUR RECORDING STUDIO

by socadmin - May 10, 20240

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An hazard refers to any risk, object, situation, or behavior that has the potential to cause injury, ill health, or damage to property or the environment. The recording studio environment is not exempted from hazards. When proper care isn't taken, accidents can occur in the studio and result in loss of equipment, and in extreme situations, can result in loss of life. But the possibility of hazards in the recording studio should not scare you in any way. When safety precautions are taken, things will go on smoothly in the studio. And in this article, we'll be covering seven common hazards of a recording studio and also share essential tips to avoid them happening in your recording studio. ELECTROCUTION Electrocution is an hazard

10 ESSENTIAL TIPS TO PROTECT YOUR MUSIC STUDIO EQUIPMENT

by socadmin - May 7, 20240

Getting the right equipment for your music studio is very important, but that isn't all. Equipment don't and can't take care of themselves, and that is something you have to consciously do by yourself. As a Studio manager, Musician or Audio Producer, you need to be knowledgeable about how to preserve and protect the equipment that helps you produce great music. And in this article, we'll be covering ten essential tips to help you protect your music recording equipment from damage, theft or any other thing that can damage or shorten the life span of your studio equipment. Keep an Inventory of your Equipment It is important to keep an inventory of all the equipment in your studio. You can take the inventory

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