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Dylan Brania

Since graduation, Dylan Brania has been working with Canadian speaker powerhouse PK Sound, supporting the company and its system owners. He has spent much of his time doing front-of-house (FOH) mixing and systems engineering, or jumping into…

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Mixing Vocals in a Live Setting

The human voice, as an instrument, is probably the oldest, most dynamic, and sonically diverse sound source in existence. In terms of sound reinforcement, it is also a signal that needs a substantial amount of "reinforcing." Additionally, and…

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What to Consider When Recording Bass Guitar

Bass guitar recording is an important skill. The bass provides the…

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Fundamentals of Live Mixing

When it comes to successful and great-sounding live mixes, it is important…

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How to Get a Job in Live Sound

Here’s the truth. Getting a job in live sound isn’t easy — but it is far…

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The Blackbird Academy: A Crash Course

At The Blackbird Academy, students are prepared to do the real work.…

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Mixing Vocals in a Live Setting

It goes without saying, a clear, intelligible vocal is paramount to a…

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What it Takes to be a FOH Engineer

I believe that some people are born to great things, and that greatness is…

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Pro Tools Tips: Playlists and Comping

One key to quick and effective recording is the use of Pro Tools…

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10+ of the Best Plugins You Need for Your Studio

Plugins are essential tools used in modern-day audio production. Unlike…