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The Hidden Dimensions of Stereo Mixing & Production – Part 2

May 31, 2024 by Dennis Beentjes

Replacing EQ with Distortion & Saturation: Unlocking your creativity. Distortion and saturation are highly effective tools in the producers’ arsenal, going beyond the limits of EQ by imparting your music with character and authenticity. In this article, we’ll be building on the ideas brought up in part 1, focussing on the practical side to provide […]

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The Hidden Dimensions of Stereo Mixing & Production – Part 1

April 4, 2024 by Dennis Beentjes

Replacing EQ with Distortion & Saturation: Character is key Author: Alex Sajjadi Within the realm of music production, there are a number of stereo mixing techniques and practices which are key to mastering your craft and sculpting your signature sound. Among the arsenal of tools available to you, distortion and saturation emerge as effective and […]

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2023 Year In Review

December 30, 2023 by Abbey Road Institute

By Julio Reyes Copello, our Campus Director: I have witnessed the transformative and positive effect that music and art have on society. Art broadens the emotional repertoire of human beings, expands the limits of their cognitive universe, and acts as a highly effective catalyst for the most complex emotions. It helps to understand life episodes […]

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4 psychoacoustics tricks to enhance your mix

December 5, 2023 by Dennis Beentjes

Whether you’re new to producing music or have some years of experience under your belt, the world of audio engineering continues to reveal fascinating techniques and concepts that can help you craft music that not only sounds great but also connects with your audience on a deeper level. One concept worth exploring is psychoacoustics – […]

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Visiting Bob Katz

August 18, 2023 by Abbey Road Institute

Today, we’re excited to share a captivating experience we had recently at Digital Domain. Our group of enthusiastic students embarked on an incredible journey to Orlando to meet mastering engineer Bob Katz. What’s interesting about the trip is that Bob was the mentor of Robin Reumers, our Director of Education, so it was a full […]

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Joaquina’s Special Recording Moment at Abbey Road Studios

August 2, 2023 by Abbey Road Institute

Earlier this year, in May, a momentous event occurred at the iconic Abbey Road Studios in London when our first cohort of graduates walked across the stage, signifying the end of their hard work and dedication. In order to celebrate this significant achievement and share the happiness with other schools located in London, Paris, Amsterdam, […]

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Abbey Road Institute Global Graduation Video 2023

June 9, 2023 by Abbey Road Institute

 Abbey Road Institute Global Graduation Video 2023 If reminiscing about graduation through pictures wasn’t enough, our 2023 Graduation Video is now LIVE! Check out the highlight video from our Abbey Road Institute Global Graduation Ceremony and Party 2023. Capturing special memories like these and witnessing our students’ hard work, progress and determination paying off, […]

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Behind the song “Los Mejores Años”

May 20, 2023 by Abbey Road Institute

In the realm of music, talent often goes hand in hand with dedication and opportunity. Meet Joaquina, one of our remarkable graduates, who recently took the music world by storm with her captivating song, “Los Mejores Años”. Under the expert guidance of Julio Reyes Copello, our esteemed Campus Director and a distinguished 14-time Grammy & […]

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Meet our students: Kevin Aguirre’s Path to Music Production Success

January 23, 2023 by Dennis Beentjes

As a graduate of the class of 2022, Kevin Aguirre is one of eight students to have completed their studies at the Abbey Road Institute in Miami. He is a multifaceted artist who excels in production, mixing, and sound engineering. Kevin’s success in the field began when he won the Pensado’s Place Scholarship, which allowed […]

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Launching an Artist

January 10, 2023 by Abbey Road Institute

As we closed out 2022, this was an excellent time to reflect upon our first graduates and share the many things we learned. These insights will be helpful for artists as well as producers and engineers. When the Art House Academy & Abbey Road Institute Miami opened, our goal was to foster a synergistic relationship […]

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