Digital Audio Workstation; software for recording, editing, and producing audio tracks.

The process of combining multiple audio tracks into a final version, adjusting levels and effects.

The final step in audio production, enhancing and preparing a track for distribution across platforms.

The art of creating and manipulating sounds using synthesizers and effects.

Musical Instrument Digital Interface; a protocol for recording and playing back music on digital devices.

An electronic instrument that generates audio signals to create sounds.

Adjusting the balance between frequency components of an audio signal to improve sound quality.

A technique used to control the dynamic range of audio, making loud sounds quieter and quiet sounds louder.

An audio effect that simulates the natural reflection of sound in a space, adding depth to recordings.

An audio effect that records a sound and plays it back after a short time, creating an echo effect.

An individual audio or MIDI recording within a DAW, which can be mixed with other tracks.

A sequence of chords played in a piece of music, forming the harmonic foundation.

A series of notes in a specific order, used as the basis for melodies and harmonies.

Using snippets of audio from existing recordings in new music production.

The structuring of a song, including sections like verses, choruses, and bridges.

Distributing sound across the stereo field to create a sense of space in a mix.

Software-based instruments that simulate real instruments or create new sounds.

Processes applied to audio signals to alter their sound, such as reverb or distortion.

A repeated section of audio, often used in music production for rhythm or melody.

The combination of different musical notes played or sung simultaneously.

A personal narrative explaining your creative journey and artistic vision.

Content created to market your music, including cover art and social media posts.

The completed version of a track after mixing, ready for mastering.

The audio equipment used to listen to music, which can affect how it sounds.