I run The GarageBand Guide on YouTube and the web, helping beginners and hobbyists make better music with Apple gear through clear tutorials, honest reviews, and practical guides.
Your headphones might be ruining your mixes
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Hey Reader, Two new videos for you this week. First up: Open-back vs closed-back headphones. If you’re recording, mixing, or just trying to work out what you actually need, this one clears it up. I break down:
If you’ve ever finished a track and it sounds completely different everywhere else, this will help explain what’s going on. Watch here → Open vs Closed Back Headphones (What You Should Actually Use) The second video is a roundup of some genuinely great free synth apps for iPhone. All three are AUv3, so you can use them inside GarageBand or any other iPhone DAW. You’ve got everything from classic analogue-style sounds to more experimental textures, plus a huge range of presets to get started quickly. For free, it’s a solid way to expand your sound palette. Watch here → 3 FREE Synth Apps Every iPhone Producer Needs Cheers, Patrick PS - If you're finding these messages helpful, please consider supporting The GarageBand Guide by buying me a coffee! |
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I run The GarageBand Guide on YouTube and the web, helping beginners and hobbyists make better music with Apple gear through clear tutorials, honest reviews, and practical guides.
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