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Audio Recording
From music to commercial voice-overs to audio books and podcasts, audio recording is crucial to many aspects of media production.

History of the Loudspeaker
Loudspeakers are used at all kinds of sporting events including football games, cheerleader meets, and just about any place where a voice needs to be heard over a lot of other noise. Here's a look at the history of the loudspeaker....

History of the Compact Disc
Development of the Compact Disc, CD-ROM, DVD and Blu-Ray Discs...

The Audio Recording Signal Chain : Sound Sources
"The Signal Chain" is audio engineer speak for the steps that a sound takes during the recording process...

The Audio Recording Signal Chain : Microphones
A microphone, sometimes referred to as a mike or mic captures the sound of your voice and converts that sound into an electrical signal...

The Audio Recording Signal Chain : Preamps
A microphone preamp is a device used to amplify the voltage taken from a microphone to a higher, more usable level. Most microphones must be used in conjunction with a microphone preamp to function properly...

How and When to Use Audio Compression
What's pre-mastering and how, when, and why should I use compression?

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Adobe Audition Dynamics Processing
A quick look at the new Adobe Audition owners manual reveals that...

Sound Cards for Audio Recording
I have a good home studio set-up, but I've always wondered about my sound card...

A Primer On ISDN And Other Similar Technologies
First, a definition; ISDN. ISDN (Integrated Digital Services Network) is essentially a Digital Service Line or DSL...

Audacity and the Snowball Microphone Problems
I have Audacity and just got the Snowball mic problems. Do you know how to make these two see eye to eye?

Step by step audio editing tutorials
Are there any "great" audio editing tutorials that actually take you through step-by-step? I read some that just had "pages" of instructions, but I'd like to find one that takes you through each step and "shows" you the "audio editing tool bar screen" as you go.

Voices.com CEO Speaks at Audio Recording Technology School
OIART, the Ontario Institute of Audio Recording Technology, is one of the top audio production schools in the industry...

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Basics of Building a Home Recording Studio
Learn how to professionally and economically build your own home recording studio...

Recording Software for Voice Actors
Get some historical perspective on how recording has evolved and learn more about how to decide which software program is right for you...

Auditioning in Your Home Recording Studio
Can it be done? Learn how to create a perfect audition from home by following directions, being professional and paying attention to detail...

Syncing Audio to Video
Get great advise on how to match the voice-over, music and sound effects to the video post-production house...

Mobile Recording Using High Speed Internet in Hotels
Don't assume that every hotel has high-speed internet access if you plan to do mobile recording when travelling...

Audio Recording Hard Drive Backups
Many hard drives just get old, so be prepared and back-up your audio recording hard drive...

Blue Microphone Reviews
Blue Microphone Releases Joe and Snowpack and here's our brief review...

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Audacity
Free sound editor and audio recording software...

Garageband
The best way to record music on a Mac is now the best way to record podcasts...

Kristal
Probably the best free multi-track audio recording software available. ASIO and VST FX support with a 16 audio track limit...

Anvil Studio
Anvil Studio is freeware that offers multi-track audio and midi recording capabilities. The user interface is very basic and good for beginners...