Studio Notes & Insights

At PulseCraft we publish practical articles that bridge technical workflow and creative decision-making. Our posts explore approaches to production, mixing strategies tuned for streaming, vocal tracking practices that preserve emotion, and artist development topics from release planning to audience building. Each piece is grounded in real session experience so you can apply techniques in a real studio context. We focus on actionable steps: how to set up a session for speed and comfort, how to choose reference levels that translate, and how to communicate with collaborators to maintain momentum. Whether you're an artist booking time or an engineer refining your process, our goal is to share clear, useful ideas that help make better records and smoother sessions. Subscribe to stay updated on new posts and short case notes from recent projects.

Recent Posts

Selected short reads and case notes from our sessions. Click to read full articles and case studies.

Vocal booth session

Recording Vocals That Breathe

Techniques for capturing honest vocal performances and retaining dynamic nuance in the mix. Learn warm mic choices and comping approaches.

Read post Mar 10, 2026
Mixing console with neon lights

Mixing for Streaming

Practical checklist for reference levels, loudness targets and ensuring your mix translates across platforms and devices.

Read post Feb 18, 2026
Producer adjusting synthesizer

Arrangement Tips That Serve the Song

How small arrangement choices can open space for the vocal and make a track more memorable. Examples from recent sessions.

Read post Jan 29, 2026

How We Write

Our posts are informed by real sessions and focused on usable techniques. We start with a concrete problem or goal, describe a reproducible approach, and include measurements or outcomes when available. Topics range from microphone selection to project management practices for independent artists. We aim to keep articles concise, practical and applicable for artists, engineers and producers working in contemporary music. If there is a topic you would like us to cover, send a note through our contact form and we will consider it for a future post.