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Derrick Reeves

Welcome, I'm Derrick!

I made this website with the goal to share with new music producers my experiences and knowledge in the field, as well as guides and practical advice in selecting gears for their home studio and more ways to make a living with this career.

Derrick Reeves
Music Producer, Founder and Author of ItsAboutMusic.com

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What Does A Mixer Do And What Are Its Features?

By Derrick Reeves on October 10, 2021
If you’re new to recording, a mixer can be an intimidating piece of audio equipment. They have countless knobs and faders, with different numbers for the left channel and right channel. It looks like there is just too much going on here!  But it doesn’t have to be that way. A mixer does one thing […]
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What's The Difference Between a DJ and a Producer?

By Derrick Reeves on October 7, 2021
In the dance music world, there’s a lot of confusion around what exactly DJ and producer mean.  A lot of people think they are one and the same or that being a DJ is easy compared to producing. They also don’t realize how much work goes into both roles.   So what is the difference between a […]
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Do You Need An Audio Interface? Is Its Function Important?

By Derrick Reeves on October 4, 2021
Audio interfaces are a necessary tool for any producer looking to create studio-quality sound. Whether you're just starting out or you're an established pro, it is important to know the interface's capabilities and limitations.   This blog post will cover the basics of what makes up an audio interface, what their common features are, and how […]
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Soundcard Vs Audio Interface - Which One To Choose For Making Music

By Derrick Reeves on October 1, 2021
A sound card is an interface that converts analog audio signals to digital data, and vice versa. It will usually have a line-in as well as a microphone input. An audio interface typically has all of the inputs and outputs in one unit, which can be connected to either a computer or another device.  So, What are […]
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What Does an Audio Compressor Do? The Basics and How to Use It

By Derrick Reeves on September 28, 2021
Ever wanted to know more about audio compression? The answer is here! In this article, you will learn what an audio compressor does, how it works, and the basics of how to use one. Audio compressors can be used in a variety of situations such as live performance, recording studio, or even just at home […]
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What DAW Does Deadmau5 Use

By Derrick Reeves on September 25, 2021
Deadmau5 is a big name in the EDM scene and if you are an aspiring producer or just want to learn more about his process, it can be difficult finding what DAW does he use.  I’ve been trying to figure it out for a while now. After doing some research on this topic, I have […]
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