I talked quite a bit about the tools I use and recommend in my book, but I have to admit, it’s a bit of a moving target.
My focus and habits shift from month to month, as new information becomes available, and as I discover better solutions to run my business and music career.
That’s why I decided to put together a new, more comprehensive tool list. I will be updating it periodically as I continue to learn and evolve.
Below you will find a list of tools I use, organized by category.
Note: I am an affiliate for some of the products and services listed below. I will receive a commission on any items purchased through specific links.
Audio
- Auphonic for enhancing audio
- Tracktion for tracking, mixing and mastering
- Rode Procaster Broadcast Dynamic Vocal Microphone, this is also a great vocal/instrument mic
- MOTU UltraLite-MK3 Hybrid FireWire/USB2 Audio Interface to connect my mic to my computer
Automation
Book Distribution
Checklists
Communication
Composition & Guitar Tab
Content Management
Document Conversion
- Print Friendly & PDF for turning blog posts into PDFs
- Zinepal for turning blog posts into eBooks
Graphics
- Adobe Photoshop CC
- Boxshot for 3D mockups of eBooks and other products
- Greenshot for drawing on screenshots
Guitar
- Ernie Ball Music Man Axis
- Orange PPC112
- Peavey 6505 Mini Head
- Zoom G3X Guitar Effects & Amp Simulator
Hosting
Images
Keywords
Music Distribution
Productivity
Organization
Scheduling
- ScheduleOnce for scheduling Skype calls and interviews
Shopping Carts
Social Media
Transcription
- Speechpad for transcribing podcast interviews or videos
Video
- GiliSoft Screen Recorder
- Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920, a nice low-cost webcam that records at 1080p
Virtual Storage
WordPress Themes
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