Music Glossary: studio

Converts analog mic/instrument signals to digital audio and back; includes preamps, monitor outs, and often MIDI I/O. more

Recordable/playable parameter changes (level, pan, FX) over time for consistent, recallable mixes—aka “hands‑free mixing.” more

Thick porous absorbers in corners/edges that reduce low-frequency decay and smooth the response. more

Measuring monitors and applying gentle corrective EQ toward a known target response for reliable translation. more

Guide metronome delivered to performers/engineer to maintain synchronization. more

Collaborative release credited as “Artist feat. Guest.” Clarify splits, approvals, assets, and release plan before publishing. more

Written splits for songwriting, production, and revenue. Establish ownership early to avoid disputes. more

Editing multiple takes to create a best performance. Requires crossfades and consistent tone to remain transparent. more

Computer-based environment for recording, editing, and mixing audio/MIDI (e.g., Cubase, Pro Tools, Logic, Ableton Live). more

Analog or digital mixer with channels, EQ, dynamics, buses, and automation; used for tracking and live/ studio mixing. more

Scatters reflections to avoid flutter echo and preserve liveliness without over-deadening the room. more

Replacing a section by dropping into record over an existing take, then punching out to preserve the rest. more

Use structured folders (Audio, Session, Docs). Avoid lossy formats for stems and use clear versioning. more

Main theme/melody statement—often heard at the start and reprised at the end in jazz and instrumentals. more

Checking mixes on neutral headphones and consumer earbuds to ensure balance holds outside the studio. more

Isolation stops sound transmission between rooms; absorption reduces reflections inside the room—different problems, different solutions. more

Recording an additional layer over existing tracks to correct, enhance, or add parts. more

Maintain structured feedback rounds with change tracking and deadlines. Prevent endless tweak cycles. more

Notes or screenshots capturing outboard settings or DAW plugin chains for session recall. more

A standard listening level used for consistent perception; adjust for room size and personal hearing safety. (≈83 dB SPL) more

Collaborate via DAW cloud or file transfer with consolidated stems and agreed latency reference. more

High-isolation build using fully decoupled inner shell from the outer structure. more

Quick balance/export for reference and notes; not the final approved mix. more

Keep a running log of takes, mics, and settings. Saves hours during mix revisions. more

Confirm sample rate, tempo map, track names, patch notes, and backups before recording day. more

Using stands/pads to limit mechanical coupling to the desk, reducing resonance and comb filtering from surfaces. more

Position L/R monitors and listener in an equilateral triangle, toed in so tweeters aim at the ears. more