Content Creator Audio Tech
AI Sound Recognition: A Creator's Guide to How Machines Hear
Introduction If you produce videos, record podcasts, or stream online, you already know that audio is half the experience. Over the past few years, you have probably noticed some massive changes in the software we use to manage that audio. We now have tools that can instantly generate highly accurate...
The 3 Types of Machine Learning: A Creator's Guide to AI
This is part of my audio engineering for non-engineers series. Introduction As a content creator, you are already using machine learning every single day, whether you realize it or not. It is the "magic" behind your video editor's scene detection, the algorithm that recommends your next favorite song, and the...
Machine Learning vs. Deep Learning: A Creator's Guide
Introduction If you are a content creator, you have probably noticed the words "AI," "Machine Learning," and "Deep Learning" popping up everywhere. They are in the patch notes for your video editor, they power the "magic" features in your audio plugins, and they are the engine behind incredible new tools...
What Is an Anechoic Chamber? A Creator's Guide to Absolute Silence
Introduction If you record audio for your YouTube videos, podcasts, or music tracks, you already know the enemy: room echo. You clap your hands in a new room, hear that metallic ringing bounce off the walls, and immediately start reaching for moving blankets and acoustic foam (like this type on...
Digital Signal Processing: A Creator’s Guide
Introduction This is part of my "audio engineering for non‑engineers" series. When I first heard the term "Digital Signal Processing" (or DSP for short), my brain immediately conjured up images of endless chalkboards filled with complex calculus, scientists in white coats, and incomprehensible computer code. As a creative person, it...
Machine Learning Made Simple: Audio Guide for Creators
Introduction Are you a content creator curious about how machine learning can revolutionize your audio production? In this guide, I break down the concepts and show how machine learning is becoming a powerful tool for creators working with sound. Whether you're producing podcasts, editing music, streaming, or building the next viral...
Why Vinyl Sounds Warm: Analog Audio Explained for Creators
Introduction As a content creator focused on audio, I’m always looking for ways to make my projects stand out with warmth and authenticity. While digital audio workflows are essential for speed and convenience, there’s a reason vinyl continues to draw creators and listeners alike. If you’re an audio content creator,...
Audio Magic: How Fourier Transforms Help Creators
Introduction This is part of my "audio engineering for non‑engineers" series. If you've ever used an equalizer to boost the bass in a song, removed background hum from a podcast recording, or even compressed a video file for YouTube, you've benefited from the Fourier Transform. It might sound like a...
Fourier Series Real Applications: Audio Tech for Creators
Introduction This is part of my "audio engineering for non‑engineers" series. Many content creators and producers are engineering nerds like me! This article is for technically minded creators and engineers who want to know more about the algorithms and processing that is under the hood, driving the audio production and...
Fourier Transform & Time Series: Creator Audio Essentials
Introduction This is part of my "audio engineering for non‑engineers" series. If you're an audio editor, producer, or any kind of content creator working with sound, understanding the basics of time series, signals, and the Fourier Transform can unlock creative possibilities and streamline your workflow. These core ideas aren't just...
PA System vs Amplifier: Key Differences for Creators Explained
Introduction When working with live sound, the terms “PA system”, “amplifier”, and “speakers” often get used interchangeably. For anyone new to audio, it can be confusing to figure out what you actually need. In this guide, I’ll explain the difference between a PA system and an amplifier, when you need each...
Audio AI Beginner's Guide for Content Creators
Introduction In the ever-evolving world of artificial intelligence, audio AI is redefining the way we interact with technology. Whether it’s transforming speech into text, powering voice assistants, or enabling creators to generate unique AI sounds, this field blends cutting-edge algorithms with practical creativity. But what exactly is audio AI, and...