The reference-track poll

Which best describes your role(s)?

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How many reference tracks do you keep on your machine?

What file formats do you typically download tracks in?

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Where do you primarily source your reference tracks?

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How are your reference tracks currently organized?

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How often do you use reference tracks during a session?

At what stage(s) do you reach for references?

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How long does it usually take to find the right reference when you need it?

Do you tag your tracks with metadata (BPM, key, label)?

What DAW(s) do you use?

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What genre(s) do you primarily produce?

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How long have you been working with audio?

What's your primary goal in your work right now?

What are your biggest frustrations with managing reference tracks?

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Do you A/B compare your mix against reference tracks visually (spectrum analyzer, etc.)?

How often do you submit tracks to labels?

Do you track your label submissions in any system today?