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The Equalizer (together with the compressor) is one of the tools that you use most when mixing. To change the sound, to make it better or to ‘clean things up’. Let’s have a look at the equalizer.

A compressor is a very versatile instrument. To temper dynamics but also to color the sound in a specific way. How to work with a compressor in practice? Check it out in this tutorial.

A compressor is great for colouring sound. To give it more ‘punch’ or ‘warmth’. Which compressor gives you the sound you need?  We look at some of the most famous compressors.

Practical(!) audio Theory

AudioKickstart.com is mainly focused on practical audio tips & tricks. But if you know some audio theory, it can actually make your mixes sound better…

What is a ‘balanced cable’, and what is the difference between that and an ‘unbalanced cable’? And what exactly is XLR, Jack or Tulip? All the answers can be found here!

Every audio format has it’s pros and cons. What format you choose mainly depends on what you want to do with the audio. Confused? Time for some clarification!

So you are a musician or producer and you want to record and mix your own music. The first thing you have to worry about is what equipment are you going to use and how to set it up. Let’s discuss it in this tutorial!

You can’t make a good mix in a room with bad acoustics. In this hands-on tutorial you’ll learn how to create a good sounding home studio, without spending too much money. 

What is the difference between a dynamic microphone and a condenser microphone? What about the sensitivity of a microphone, and what is a DI? Read all about it here!

When you use Pro Tools, you obviously want to be able to edit audio as efficiently as possible, so you get maximum results in as little time as possible. In this video a few tips to increase your Pro Tools editing speed significantly!

Podcasts are very popular. Many companies have their own podcast series these days. But how do you make a podcast that sounds good and is well produced? Bart Jan Cune and Gijs Friesen  have joined forces and share their knowledge and experience with you.

Which microphone is best for recording podcasts? And what audio software do you use? Two of the most frequently asked questions. But the room where you record your podcast is just as important…7 tips to make your podcast sound better.

Once you’ve recorded your podcast, there’s still a lot you can tweak and improve with editing, mixing and mastering. 8 tips to get your podcast ready for publication!

If you want to edit the audio of a video in an audio editor (DAW), step 1 is to export that audio. This can be done as an OMF file or as separate audio files. What is best?

You want to make sure the audio of your video sounds great. It can be quite a challenge to balance voice-over, music and sound effects. This tutorial helps you on your way.

An introduction to mastering audio for video productions

Mastering is a confusing term. In this tutorial you will get a good overview of what mastering is and how to get started with it. So your video will sound clear, warm and punchy.

When you use Pro Tools, you obviously want to be able to edit audio as efficiently as possible, so you get maximum results in as little time as possible. In this video a few tips to increase your Pro Tools editing speed significantly!

If you mix something for TV, the audio has to meet strict requirements (EBU R128 in Europe). Learn the basics about these specs in this tutorial.