I don’t have a drummer... Do I need real drums?
Are real or programmed drums better for your home recording? Are real drums even an option if you don't have a real drummer or recording real drums in your home is not an option?
My holidays offer for musicians who want to make better recordings at home
For all brand new clients who make their first booking with me for a date in January 2021 I will give you a bonus 40min Remote session worth $50.
It's time to accept and own your avocation.
Remember ages ago when your music slipped to the back burner while focusing on career and family? Fear not - You now have loads of time to record your long lost musical works
I’ve been busy during the disruptions!
Throughout lockdown, and in the weeks since, I have been working with clients remotely to get them up and recording faster in their own space.
Why does yesterday's mix sound crap today?
Everyone knows your car stereo can be your best friend when it comes to checking your mix, but I have found even more similarities.
Home recording success stories
You may already know of the many success stories in home recording, but here's just a few examples of top selling albums and singles which were recorded & mixed at home using pretty standard/basic gear
2019 Sessions
Kiwi musicians from all walks of life, complete starters to seasoned session musicians and radio celebrities who just wanted to be able to do it by themselves. To retirees wanting to finally get those songs down! Ages 13 to 84. Shacks to Mansions. Farms to apartment buildings.
IK Multimedia iRig Keys 25 USB MIDI unboxing, review & demonstration
Here is an unboxing, review & demonstration of the IK Multimedia iRig Keys 25 USB MIDI.
Acoustic treatment - Is it really worth it?
Too much reverb and too much bass are easily the most common and disappointing signs of a home recording, yet so easy to address!
How do I back up all my music?
How do you back up your music and data and how do you ensure you backups are protected from the same fire or disaster which might destroy your originals?
Do I need an isolation booth?
How do I know if I need an isolation booth or vocal booth? Are their alternative solutions?
JTS TX-9 Condenser Microphone review & demonstration
Here is a review & demonstration of the JTS TX-9 Condenser Microphone.
JTS TXB-7M Drumkit Microphone Pack unboxing, review & demonstration
Here is an unboxing, review & demonstration of the JTS TXB-7M Drumkit Microphone Pack.
I do this DIY musician thing too!
Check out my latest release “Melting Ice by Moreporks At Midnight”
Nady Audio RSM-5 Ribbon Microphone unboxing, review & demonstration
Here is an unboxing, review & demonstration of the Nady Audio RSM-5 Ribbon Microphone
TASCAM TM-80 Condenser Microphone review & demonstration
Here is an review & demonstration of the TASCAM TM-80 Condenser Microphone.
PreSonus Studio 26 Audio Interface unboxing & explanation
Here is an unboxing & explanation of the PreSonus Studio 26 Audio Interface.
JTS TX-2 Dynamic Microphone review & demonstration
Here is a review & demonstration of the JTS TX-2 Dynamic Microphone
TASCAM US-4x4 Audio Interface review & demonstration
Here is an review & demonstration of the TASCAM US-4x4 Audio Interface
JTS TX-6 Dynamic Microphone review & demonstration
Here is a review & demonstration of the JTS TX-6 Dynamic Microphone
PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 Audio Interface review & demonstration
Here is an review & demonstration of the PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 Audio Interface
TASCAM Trackpack 4x4 Studio Pack unboxing, review & demonstration
Here is an unboxing, review & demonstration of the TASCAM Trackpack 4x4 Studio Pack.
JTS NX-8.8 Condenser Microphone unboxing, review & demonstration
Here is an unboxing, review & demonstration of the JTS NX-8.8 Condenser Microphone.
Two HDDs are better than one
Are you overloading your computer? Don't risk a critical failure!
JTS SX-7 Microphone unboxing, review & demonstration
Here is an unboxing, review and demo of the JTS SX-7 Dynamic Microphone.
Recording Electric Guitar
This is a run through of my process and setup for recording guitar.
Behind the scenes at another radio station...
Sometimes I am called upon by the seasoned pros to give some advice.
On location at Radio 13
Sometimes I am called upon by the seasoned pros to give some advice.
How to record a song
This is a song writing and recording demonstration using Studio One & the Presonus AudioBox USB 96 Studio bundle.
Recording in a warehouse
I love the challenge of making situations like this work - Can you hear the difference? ;-)
Samson Q8 Microphone review & demonstration
Here is an unboxing, review and demo of the Samson Q8 Professional Dynamic Vocal Microphone.
How to capture a great sound in a less than great sounding space
Here are a couple of tips to help you get the best results within your limitations...
Projects from Indigo Oak Studio
Please check out a few of the projects from Indigo Oak Studio...
Welcome to Indigo Oak Studio
My goal is to help New Zealand musicians record, mix and share music well - on the cheap... Kiwi style!
Hear elements to hear the mix
An important part of understanding how to balance a mix is understanding how all the elements sound by themselves. In this video you will get to hear a song containing many elements, in it's mixed and mastered form. Then you will also get to hear the individual elements from that recording session.
PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 Studio unboxing, review & demonstration
Here is an unboxing, review and demo of the PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 Studio bundle.
Audio Technica AT2020 Microphone review & demonstration
Here is a review and demo of the Audio Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone.
Audio Technica AT-2041SP Microphone Pack unboxing, review & demonstration
Here is an unboxing, review and demo of the Audio Technica AT2041SP microphone studio pack, which includes both the AT2020 and AT2021 Microphones.