How to Get Signed to a Record Label
If you're a singer, part of a band, or a songwriter, this is probably a passion you'd like to turn into a career. The best and most secure way to do this is to sign a record deal. Getting a…
How to Choose the Perfect Microphone for Your Needs
Are you a musician ready to start recording, a podcaster looking for great audio quality in your interviews and episodes, or maybe even a YouTuber who wants to take their vlogs up a notch? If so, then having the right…
What Is Impedance? How Does It Affect Audio?
Impedance is a measure of opposition to the flow of alternating current (AC) in a circuit. It is measured in ohms and represented by the symbol Z. Unlike the pure resistance of a resistor, impedance is frequency dependent. In audio…
8 Tips for Planning and Booking Your First Tour!
Making a name for yourself and nailing gigs in your local scene can be satisfying and exciting for any band or musician. However, if you really want to be taken seriously by fans, labels, and the press, you’ll eventually need…
What Causes Speakers to Crackle and How Do You Stop It?
Everyone wants their audio experience to be the highest quality possible. Whether you are a professional musician, an audiophile, or a bit of both, it can be frustrating when you get a crackling sound coming out of your speakers. Provided…
How Does a Sound Level Meter Work?
A sound level meter (sometimes referred to as a sound pressure level meter, decibel meter, or noise meter) is a tool that measures changes in air pressure. Sound level meters typically have four components: a microphone, a preamplifier, a signal…
How Does a Loudspeaker Work?
Loudspeakers, also known as transducers or drivers, come in various sizes and styles. Their purpose is to turn electrical audio signals into acoustical sound waves that we can hear. The most common design type is the moving coil loudspeaker. It…
How to Clean a Headphone Jack
Similar to any other electronic device, audio equipment requires some general maintenance to continue working as designed. Unless your headphones or earbuds remain plugged into your device all the time, the jack is probably going to accumulate some dust and…
2.4 GHz vs Bluetooth vs UHF
You have several different options when it comes to wireless connectivity. Which option you choose will depend on a variety of factors, such as the type of wireless audio technology you are using, your applications and goals, and your budget.…