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2024 Guide To Music Plugins and Where to Find the Best Free Options
Music plugins, including instruments and effects, can be a game changer for DIY musicians. A music plugin is a software application that emulates the sound of an analog...
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2024 Guide To Music Plugins and Where to Find the Best Free Options
Music plugins, including instruments and effects, can be a game changer for DIY musicians. A music plugin is a software application that emulates the sound of an analog instrument, digital audio processor, or another effect. Plugins are similar in effect to how a...
An Introduction into AutoTune: The Ultimate Guide for 2024
Autotune has become a staple in modern music production, transforming not just vocals but the overall sound of tracks across genres. This guide offers practical advice on how to use autotune effectively in your home recordings, including tips on settings for both...
Top 10 Recording Studios in Florida: The Ultimate 2024 Guide
While we think Bay Eight is worth the trip regardless of where you reside, we understand some of you may need a studio closer to home. If you're in the Miami area, check out our article on the Top 5 Recording Studios in Miami. If you're in the greater Florida area,...
Artists to Watch: Miami Edition
While it's easy to get overwhelmed by the amount of new music released everyday, finding hidden gems makes the search worth it. We're lucky to have so much local talent in Miami and we want to highlight them! Check out our list of Miami artists to watch, you'll...
How Sync Licensing Works: A Guide for Indie Artists and Producers
Music and visual media are deeply interconnected, with songs like Kate Bush's "Running Up That Hill" in "Stranger Things" and Celine Dion's "My Heart Will Go On" in "Titanic" becoming iconic through sync licensing deals. Sync licensing, short for "synchronization...
5 Tips for Older musicians
Whether you put music on the back burner because of family obligations, to pursue a more stable career, or simply because you didn't believe in yourself, today can be the day you reignite your passion. There are many ways to restart the momentum of your music...
Musicians Who Found Success Later In Life
The mainstream music scene has left many of us believing that if we don't make it before 25, we might as well throw in the towel. So, we're here to remind you that if you're passionate about music, you should keep making it for as long as you can, no matter your...
Top 5 Misconceptions About Music Publishing
Getting a deal with a music publisher is a huge milestone in any artist's career. However, you've probably heard a fair share of horror stories from artists who didn't quite understand what sort of deals they were getting into. It is an unfortunate fact of the...
All Your Questions About Music Publishing Answered
When rapper Lil Yachty admitted to not knowing who his music publisher was, some seemed surprised. But we'd be willing to bet that this experience is much more common than artists let on. Unfortunately, many artists still sign contracts they don't completely...
Everything Audiobook Narrators Need to Know About the Recording Process
The rising popularity of audiobooks has led to an increasing number of authors choosing to narrate their books. Consequently, the need for professional, high-quality recording environments has never been more critical. At Bay Eight Recording Studios, we understand...