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Bill Gonzaler

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About Bill Gonzaler

Bill has 14 years or so of experience as a professional musician playing a few stringed instruments. He has since branched into music production and composition for the last 6 years to play not only a few, but all the instruments. When he's not musicking or writing, you'll find Bill farming. 

 

Latest Articles

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Mono vs. Stereo in Music Production: When (and Why) to Use Each One

While the notions of mono and stereo audio may ring a bell, do you know when to use which in your track mixing sessions?

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How to Master a Song: A Guide for Beginners

After making the perfect mixdown, you're not done yet. Transform your track into a release-ready masterpiece.

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7 Different Ways to Change the Audio Volume in Logic Pro

Wield varied methods to change the volume of your audio in Logic Pro.

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3 New Features You Should Try in Logic Pro 10.8

Propel your soundscapes to new heights with Logic Pro 10.8's innovative features.

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4 Practices That Can Help You Produce Better Music

Elevate your music production skills with these indispensable basics.

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How to Mix Music: A Guide for Beginners

You've recorded your song, now let's dive into the next step of music production: mixing.

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Every Stage of Music Production Explained

For newcomers in music production, knowing every stage of the process is essential. Let's delve into it.

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A Complete Beginner's Guide to Producing Music

Are you interested in producing music? While the learning curve is steep, this beginner's guide will help you ease into it.

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How to Create an Instrumental Track in Logic Pro in Under 30 Minutes

Music aficionado or not, you can create a good-quality track in Logic Pro. And these tips can get you there in under 30 minutes.

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How to Create a Vocal Chorus Effect in Your DAW

Breathe life into your vocal melodies with a chorus effect. You can use plugins or create your own, and then refine the sound with further effects.

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The 6 Best AI Tools to Help Mix and Master Your Music

By embracing AI music tools as assistants and not rivals, you can trim the learning curve and production time, and ultimately elevate your music.

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How to Claim Your Artist Page on Apple Music

Claim your artist page on Apple Music to uncover valuable insights about your audience and to personalize your profile. Here's how to do it.

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What Is MIDI and What Are MIDI Files?

MIDI is near-indispensable in the world of music production, yet it doesn't transmit any audio. So how exactly do MIDI files work?

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An Overview of Valhalla's Supermassive Reverb Plugin

Valhalla Supermassive is a must-have reverb plugin. It's free, user-friendly, and packs a punch. Let's help you get started with this overview.

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How to Create Vocal Chops in Your DAW

Vocal chops let you turn your vocal parts into creative elements that add interest to a track. Let's show you how easy it is to create them.

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How to Use the Ultrabeat Drum Machine Synth in Logic Pro

Master Logic Pro's Ultrabeat Drum Machine synth to create a truly unique drum kit for your audio projects. We'll show you how to get started.

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How to Use Drum Machine Designer in Logic Pro

Build your own drum kit with care for every detail using Logic Pro's Drum Machine Designer. Here's how to get started.

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How to Use the Sampler and Quick Sampler in Logic Pro

Tailor-make your own sounds and instruments using Sampler and Quick Sampler in Logic Pro. Here's how to get started.

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The 7 Best VST Distortion Plugins for Your Audio

When skillfully harnessed, these distortion plugins can infuse your audio with character and depth.

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How to Get Started With Logic Pro: A Beginner's Guide

Immersing yourself in Logic Pro can be daunting at first, but this guide will make the learning curve more manageable.

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