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Sam WillisJan 31, 2025 8:50:19 AM19 min read

What exactly does a music producer do? An ultimate guide from the pros

Music producers supervise artists’ projects, bringing their vision to life. This ultimate ...
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Sam WillisJan 29, 2025 8:00:00 PM< 1 min read

What library music used for?

So you've composed, produced and submitted music to a music library, but where could it ...
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Jay AubornJan 28, 2025 9:20:52 AM4 min read

dBs Pro: Behind the scenes of our creative studio at the end of 2024

dBs Pro Creative Director Jay Auborn reflects on the projects our in-house creative ...
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Sam WillisJan 25, 2025 12:00:00 PM< 1 min read

When to drive levels on a live mixing desk: Pro tips from Shan Hira

Knowing when and how to use volume is crucial for every live sound engineer. Get some pro ...
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Sam WillisJan 24, 2025 6:00:00 PM< 1 min read

dBs alumni SMG on remixing DnB classic 'Shaking Hands' by Noisia

Jamie Le Brocq - aka SMG - is a drum and bass producer and dBs Institute alumni whose ...
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Sam WillisJan 24, 2025 10:42:21 AM14 min read

How to start your career in sound engineering: A beginner’s guide

Interested in a career in sound engineering? Learn how to develop your skills and find ...
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Sam WillisJan 22, 2025 8:00:00 PM< 1 min read

How to write library music that editors want to use

Composer and producer Paul Whitehead, who specialises in producing music for film, TV and ...
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Chris MackinJan 22, 2025 3:19:33 PM12 min read

How sound effects for video games are made

Ever caught yourself playing a video game and wondered how the sound effects were made? ...
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Sam WillisJan 20, 2025 2:55:13 PM< 1 min read

How to make money as a music producer: Pro tips from DC Breaks & Amoss

Diversifying income and finding new ways to monetise your skills is vital for any music ...
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Sam WillisJan 17, 2025 8:00:00 PM< 1 min read

The Chemical Brothers' live sound engineer reveals his gear set up

Shan Hira, The Chemical Brothers' live sound engineer, takes us behind the scenes of ...
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Sam WillisJan 15, 2025 8:00:00 PM1 min read

How to get paid as a library musician

Want to make money from your music? Learn how to get paid by working as a library ...
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Sam WillisJan 12, 2025 8:30:00 AM< 1 min read

What is library music and how does it work?

What is library music and how do music libraries work? Find out here with professional ...
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