How To Become an Audio Engineer
Recording bands, producing your own songs, or mixing live sound: the pathway to becoming a professional audio engineer takes many forms. In this video, we’ll take a look at the professional possibilities in the world of sound engineering. Find out how you can gradually develop your skills to make your dream of a career in the audio industry a reality.
5 Tips for Recording Better Vocals in Your Home Studio
We’ve put together the 5 best vocal home recording tips that make a real difference in sound. These tips will help you get cleaner, more polished vocal takes from your home studio.
10 Audio Engineering Tips I Wish I Knew Sooner
Whether you’re just starting out or have been producing music for some time, practical studio know-how is priceless! In this HOFA-College tutorial, audio engineer Hilton Theissen shares his most valuable insights with you.
The Best Audio Interface Under €400? | Audio Interfaces Compared
Which audio interface is best for your home studio? In this HOFA-College video, we compare four devices from popular brands based on their build quality, features, connectivity and user-friendliness.
Mastering Tutorial: Optimal Stereo Width With Skillful EQing
Learn how to optimise the stereo image of your production with this sophisticated EQ trick.
Stereo or Stem Mastering – Which Option Sounds Better?
We mastered the same song once as a pure stereo mix and once with the stems. This way, we can show you the advantages and how they affect the final result.
How a Stone in Front of the Drum Kit Makes the Drum Sound Really Big
Check out this one-minute HOFA-College tutorial to see how a single small block of stone turns the idea of drum room recording upside down 😉
Producing Tip: Massive Guitar Sound in 3 Steps
In this tutorial video, you’ll learn how to create fuller power chords in the recording process and how they will improve your mixes.
3 Home Recording Studio Hacks
Would you like to change the polar pattern of your microphone? Are you missing a pop killer for vocal recordings? You want to record drums but you don’t have enough mics? These tips on a budget will help you.
Impressive Sound Design With Everyday Items
You don’t need expensive libraries for creative sound design. In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to create impressive sounds for music, films or games using everyday objects.
How to Record Drums With Only Two Microphones
In this HOFA-College tutorial, we show you four different techniques for recording an entire drum kit with just two microphones.