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Technical Skills

Studio Gain Staging From Mic to Converter: The Clean Chain Guide

Harness the secrets to a pristine mic-to-converter signal chain—discover how disciplined gain staging prevents distortion and elevates your sound quality.

The Sound of Music Guide Team
January 31, 2026

DAW Optimization & Workflow

Hardware Inserts in a DAW: Route Outboard Without Feedback

Discover how to seamlessly integrate outboard gear through hardware inserts in your DAW…

The Sound of Music Guide Team
February 22, 2026

Vetted

15 Best Electric Guitars Under 1500 for 2026

Here’s a list of the 15 best electric guitars under $1500 for 2026, offering incredible…

The Sound of Music Guide Team
February 21, 2026

Technical Skills

500 Series Explained: Power, Lunchboxes, and Module Planning

The 500 series train system uses modular power circuits with dedicated feeders…

The Sound of Music Guide Team
February 21, 2026

Vetted

10 Best Ultrawide Monitors for Music Production in 2026

Pursue the ultimate music production experience with our top ultrawide monitors of…

The Sound of Music Guide Team
February 21, 2026