Audio Cheat Sheets
Essential references for audio production and music theory
Audio Processing
EQ Cheat Sheet
Frequency ranges and EQ tips
Compression Guide
Techniques for dynamic control
Reverb Settings
Optimal times by genre
Delay Times
Musical timing references
Music Theory
Scales Reference
Major, minor, and modal patterns
Chord Progressions
Common progressions in all keys
Key Signatures
Circle of fifths reference
Modes
Understanding modal theory
DAW Shortcuts
Ableton Live
Essential keyboard shortcuts
Logic Pro
Workflow accelerators
Pro Tools
Professional workflow tips
FL Studio
Beat making shortcuts
Audio Plugins
Compression
Best settings by instrument
EQ Matching
Professional EQ curves
Reverb Types
When to use each reverb
Saturation
Warmth and harmonics guide
Recording
Vocal Recording
Mic placement and techniques
Guitar Miking
Cabinet and amp techniques
Drum Miking
Kit setup and mic placement
Acoustic Instruments
Miking strings, piano, and more
Mixing & Mastering
Loudness Standards
LUFS targets by platform
Frequency Spectrum
Instrument frequency ranges
Dynamic Processing
Compression and limiting guide
Stereo Imaging
Width and depth techniques
Sound Design
Synthesis Types
Subtractive, FM, wavetable, etc.
SFX Creation
Designing impactful effects
Sampling Techniques
Chopping, warping, and layering
MIDI Programming
Humanization and expression
Live Sound
Front of House
Mixing for live venues
Monitor Mixing
Creating optimal stage sound
System Tuning
PA optimization techniques
Stage Plots
Professional stage setup guides
Music Business
Royalty Streams
Understanding music income
Copyright Basics
Protecting your music
Music Marketing
Promotion strategies
Contract Templates
Essential legal documents