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Mark Garrison

Mark Garrison is a recording engineer and multi-instrumentalist from British Columbia, Canada. For the past decade he has taught recording through classes, workshops, and writing. He focuses on teaching how to create better recordings through a greater understanding of the tools and techniques of the studio. He is also the author of <a href="">The Encyclopedia of Home Recording.

Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Auxiliary Send

Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Auxiliary Send

The auxiliary send is an important and versatile part of a mixing board. This post is a clear explanation and helpful overview of the topic from Mark Garrison’s book Encyclopedia of Home Recording.


This entry is part 8 of 8 in the Creative Session: Encyclopedia of Home Recording Session
Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Acoustics

Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Acoustics

Understanding acoustics is helpful throughout the production process – from performing to recording, and even monitoring. This post is a clear explanation and helpful overview of the topic from Mark Garrison’s book Encyclopedia of Home Recording.


This entry is part 1 of 8 in the Creative Session: Encyclopedia of Home Recording Session
Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Preamplifier

Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Preamplifier

Preamps are an essential part of the recording chain. This post is a clear explanation and helpful overview of the topic from Mark Garrison’s book Encyclopedia of Home Recording.

Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Phase

Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Phase

Understanding phase can help you diagnose problems when miking or mixing. This post is a clear explanation and helpful overview of the topic from Mark Garrison’s book Encyclopedia of Home Recording.

Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Mixing

Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Mixing

Mixing plays a central role whether producing music in a studio, or playing at a live gig. This post is a clear explanation and helpful overview of the topic from Mark Garrison’s book Encyclopedia of Home Recording.

Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Decibel

Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Decibel

Decibels are used to measure sound pressure level, which equates to volume. Being familiar with decibels is helpful when mixing. This post is a clear explanation and helpful overview of the topic from Mark Garrison’s book Encyclopedia of Home Recording.


This entry is part 4 of 8 in the Creative Session: Encyclopedia of Home Recording Session
Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Equalizer

Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Equalizer

Understanding EQ is essential when producing, mixing and mastering. This post is a clear explanation and helpful overview of the topic from Mark Garrison’s book Encyclopedia of Home Recording.


This entry is part 6 of 8 in the Creative Session: Encyclopedia of Home Recording Session
Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Compression

Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Compression

Understanding compression is essential when producing, mixing and mastering. This post is a clear explanation and helpful overview of the topic from Mark Garrison’s book Encyclopedia of Home Recording.


This entry is part 3 of 8 in the Creative Session: Encyclopedia of Home Recording Session
Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Bit Depth

Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Bit Depth

Understanding bit depth is essential when using DAW software. This post is a clear explanation and helpful overview of the topic from Mark Garrison’s book Encyclopedia of Home Recording.


This entry is part 2 of 8 in the Creative Session: Encyclopedia of Home Recording Session
Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Dynamic Range

Encyclopedia of Home Recording: Dynamic Range

Understanding dynamic range is essential when recording, mixing and mastering your tracks. This post is a clear explanation and helpful overview of the topic from Mark Garrison’s book Encyclopedia of Home Recording.


This entry is part 5 of 8 in the Creative Session: Encyclopedia of Home Recording Session
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