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simple visual mode explanation

Music School

Understanding Modes the Easy Way—Visual Chart Included

Learning about modes is simple with visual charts that reveal the most common values, but understanding what they mean will surprise you.

Maria Gomez
November 16, 2025

internal vs external preamps

Technical Skills

Interface Preamps vs External Preamps: When an Upgrade Actually Matters

Discover when upgrading from interface preamps to external units truly makes a…

The Sound of Music Guide Team
January 30, 2026

easy adat channel expansion

Technical Skills

ADAT Expansion Made Simple: Add Channels Without Replacing Gear

Optimize your audio setup by expanding channels with ADAT—discover essential steps to…

The Sound of Music Guide Team
January 30, 2026

measure latency before investing

DAW Optimization & Workflow

Round-Trip Latency Explained: Measure It Before You Spend

Discover how round-trip latency impacts your connection quality and why measuring it is…

The Sound of Music Guide Team
January 29, 2026

latency comparison for audio interfaces

Technical Skills

USB-C vs Thunderbolt for Audio Interfaces: The Real Latency Truth

Find out the real latency differences between USB-C and Thunderbolt for audio…

The Sound of Music Guide Team
January 29, 2026