Recording

BT revitalised the sound of boy band N'Sync, composed some of the most radical soundtracks to appear in mainstream films, and has a good claim to have invented trance. And he still finds time to talk to SOS...

We explain how to get the best practical results from equalisation by understanding the true frequency ranges of most instruments and voices.

Gates are far more than just problem-solvers for reducing spill and noise. They can be used to add punch to drum sounds, put rhythmic interest into sustained parts or even as mixing automation.

Paul White reveals that there's much more to gating than you might think.