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In 2024, the recorded music industry in the US earned about $15.9 billion in revenues. With that said, more and more music lovers are expressing their passion for music production.

However, most people don’t know where to start their journey, which skills they need, or where they can learn more.

If you’re also the same, let’s know everything here!

1. Identify the type of music producer you want to be

There are vast music styles – each genre has a different production style. So first, know which of them tugs at your heart the most.

It will help you reduce complications. You can filter out the best options for gear and software for your studio or lessons.

You’ll know the appropriate musical, technical, and production choices based on your style.

2. Learn the basic theory

In the world of music, the sky is the limit regarding knowledge. So, don’t think you already know some theories. You’ll. You’ll on a few things later. Make sure you stay honest to yourself and study systematically. It will pay you off later!

Pay extra attention to topics like compression, reverb, arrangement, mixing, mastering, and music theory. These are known to be the most complicated parts.

While studying, manually note down what you understand and research them further than what you study from a single book. It’ll improve your knowledge, excel, and feel confident.

3. Spiral down in YouTube tutorials

On YouTube, there are endless free tutorials for music production. So, search for the most trustworthy music channels of your genre and interest.

A few audio engineers also create YouTube tutorials for a living. So, be assured that you will get some high-quality tutorials.

You will also get the best informative tutorials on the latest techniques, technologies, software, and scales. These may not be available in textbooks.

But make sure you watch tutorials related to the concepts you already know. Otherwise, you may only watch but won’t gain knowledge.

4. Get in touch with experts

One of the best ways to learn music production is from experienced music producers. You can easily contact the nearest reputable recording studios Melbourne if you’re in the bayou or around there.

If you live somewhere else, search for the best studios nearby. Visit their website and choose based on their client testimonials. 

You can also learn more by watching other producers and producers take note of their software, workflow, and tips to speed up their process. Their way of work will also inspire you.

4. Research your gear and software options

Next. research the most popular software and gear options for music production. You can also ask the music producer who teaches you for recommendations.

Let’s find the exhaustive list of gears and software here:

Computer, Laptop, Tablet

Desktop computers have the greatest processing power. But even a smartphone that supports all necessary gears and plugin software will work.

Digital Audio Workstation (DAW)

The software helps you record, arrange, mix, edit, and master everything. Choose wisely, as some are better for audio recording, some for beats, and others for live performance.

Monitoring Gears – Speakers & Headphones

Quality monitoring speakers highly impact the entire process and final piece. They provide a transparent and accurate recording. If you’re on a budget, choose strong headphones.

Audio Interface

These are intermediaries between your external device and computer. They convert the audio signal from the microphone into digital information for your computer to read and convert digital information again into electrical audio signals played through speakers/headphones.

Microphones

Choose dynamic microphones for the loud sounds of electric drums and guitars. Opt for condenser microphones with phantom powers for vocal recordings.

Controllers

Available in different designs, like keyboards, sliders and dials, and drum pads. They help you play and control all sounds and virtual instruments effectively.

Virtual Instruments

The main gears are acoustic and electric instruments (keyboards and guitars) and external electronic instruments (drums and synthesizers). However, there can be other instruments as well.

Sample & Loops

Many music producers depend solely on samples and loops to make their tracks. So, you can also learn those.

5. Choose your gears wisely

Speak to your mentor and choose what’s a home studio. Make sure you start small and don’t have too many gears simultaneously. Otherwise, it’ll be hard to learn using all of them at once. You may not need all of these gears, either!

6. Practice!

Once you get lessons and have your home studio, start making music. Keep pushing through even if your composition sounds silly or you feel frustrated for not being good enough. Don’t stoDon’tcticing, and you’ll acyou’llConclusion

Like any kind of art, music production is not an easy field. There’s a learning and master, so you’ll struggle.

However, don’t let simple setbacks discourage you. Be persistent and let your creativity ooze through the harmonious sounds you create!

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