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How to Find Studio Work

There isn’t any one way to get studio work, but there are typical paths and ways to maximize your chances. Finding studio work can be separated…


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What to Consider When Recording Bass Guitar

Bass guitar recording is an important skill. The bass provides the harmonic foundation for the music and helps form the rhythmic pulse. It can…


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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…


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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…


Audio Advice with Mark Rubel

Mark Rubel is the Director of Education, an instructor, and an integral component of the BBA team. Mark has recorded and produced extensively since…


AES Nashville 2015

The Blackbird Academy Grabs ‘Top Mixer’ Award

In only its second year of competition, The Blackbird Academy was awarded the top prize at the Nashville Audio Engineering Society (AES) annual…