Music

Recording buffer size: how to compare latency and stability

Choose a recording buffer by comparing monitoring delay and dropouts, then check drivers and plug-ins before blaming one setting.

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Sample rate and bit depth: choosing settings for a recording project

Choose sample rate and bit depth from project and delivery needs, with a transparent uncompressed file-size calculation and clear limits.

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What makes a reliable music practice log?

Use a music practice log to define one task, record what you noticed and leave a clear starting point for the next session.

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Why an audio recording clips and how to trace the stage

Trace clipping through a recording signal path, distinguish input and playback controls and compare any attempted repair with an untouched copy.

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Dynamic or condenser microphone for an untreated room?

Compare dynamic and condenser microphones using room noise, source distance, gain, polar pattern and placement.

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How to choose an audio interface

Choose an audio interface by inputs, outputs, microphone gain, driver support, monitoring and recording requirements.

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