The Blackbird Academy Foundation Series
MONTCLAIR, N.J. – Advances in technology and the wide availability of affordable recording software and gear have made it possible for everyone to…
10+ of the Best Plugins You Need for Your Studio
Plugins are essential tools used in modern-day audio production. Unlike their hardware counterparts, plugins can be used on multiple channels…
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…
Pro Tools Tips: Playlists and Comping
Pro Tools Playlists One key to quick and effective recording is the use of Pro Tools playlists. Playlists allow us to save and switch between…
Spotlight on Kevin Becka
Kevin has been a musician, recording engineer, and educator for over 30 years. He has engineered and been on the production teams for the top names…
How to Get a Job in Live Sound
Okay, let’s say audio engineering has been your passion for years, and you know you want to take it to a professional level. The only issue is, the…
Teacher Spotlight: Kyle Welch
Kyle Welch is one of our Live Sound Instructors at The Blackbird Academy. He has worked in the entertainment industry as a live sound and recording…