Anyone that has an interest in the music industry knows that information is the key to success. For instance, if you are in the industry as a producer, you need to be up to speed as to the best sound equipment in the industry. Similarly, a musician needs to be in the know on the latest beats that are a hit with the fans. While there are many ways to get this information, blogs are among the best sources of information out there. There are lots of useless blogs on the internet, but there are pretty good ones too. These blogs are written by people who are passionate about the industry and offer valuable insights about the business. For context, here are 5 blogs about the music and audio equipment industry that shouldn’t be missed.
- MSpot
MSpot is one of the best blogs for someone looking for quality information on the music and audio equipment industry. From this blog, you can learn of the key features to look for in different music equipment. It also categorizes different equipment by usage, which can give you an idea of the equipment you need for your music business. It’s a blog that anyone with an interest in the music industry, at whatever level, should put into consideration.
- A sound effect
This is another blog worth checking out by someone with an interest in the music and audio equipment industry. This blog is targeted towards music producers and offers insights into the various sounds that they can try out, for a high-quality end product. The best part about this blog is that it is written by an industry expert, who has deep insights into the music industry. The blog was founded by Asbjoern, who worked as a composer for years, before starting the blog. You will also love the fact that the blog is categorized into several easy to check components. For instance, there is an aspect of the blog touching on instruments. By going through this part, you will have an idea of the best instruments to buy when looking to make a quality sound. It also has a category for sound libraries that gives you access to a rich database of sounds you can sample for your beat.
- Sound Designers
Sound Designers is a top blog for someone looking to get a good grasp of the audio industry. For instance, it contains interviews of some of the biggest players in the industry ranging from sound creators to music production. It also contains reviews on the different products that are most useful for music production. This blog also contains resources that you might find useful if you are just getting started in the industry.
- ProSoundEffects
This is another blog that anyone in the sound and music equipment business would find quite useful. One of the best aspects of this blog is its rich libraries. This makes it valuable for someone looking to buy sound equipment for music production purposes. The blog also has an in-depth analysis of different sounds and has even won an award for its quality. This blog also gives access to royalty-free sounds to help you create your sound library. When using this blog, you can be sure that the content you receive is shared with some of the largest organizations in the world including Hulu, Disney, and ACTiVision.
- Creative Field Recording
This is another blog that anyone in the music and audio equipment industry would find useful. One of its main strengths is that it is made by a field recordist who has more than 20-years of experience in the industry. It is also a rich resource for a wide array of industry-related services that include sound effects and a free impulse service. You will also love the fact that this blog has a community part where people can share ideas on different aspects of the music industry. You can also use the blog to submit ideas and get to learn through contribution. For instance, if you have an idea about a particular instrument, you can share with the community and ask more about its features among other attributes.
If you follow any of the above blogs, you should be in a position to get valuable insights into the music and audio equipment industry. The best part is that these blogs are free, and don’t require you to sign up. They are a good starting point for anyone looking to make a career in the music industry.
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