EDnet Library of "How To" articles and Educational Guides
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A guide to using equalisation in recording.
Understanding the important difference between balanced and unbalanced audio connections can save you a lot problems with hum, buzzes and other electrical noise.
MP3s have changed the way we store and listen to music, but what is an MP3 file and how does the sound compare with a CD recording. Something every serious musician should know about.
A practical guide to mic types and uses. Selecting the right microphone for the task can make a huge difference to the quality of your sound.
The great debate over Mac vs PC will no doubt go on for many years to come, but before you decide which way to go in your planning it is VERY important that you understand the real issues.
How to mike up your choir for live sound and recording situations.
Exposure to higher levels of sound can cause permanent hearing loss. It is important to know about the levels and durations that are safe and how to protect your hearing, particular during music teaching, performances and rehearsals.
Dr James Humberstone delivers his '21st Century Music Education' lecture at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
Convenience and mobility are the major advantages of wireless microphone systems. But there is a little more to it than simply plugging in and switching on.
A description of what a software driver is and what it does.