We are reader-supported. Links on our site may earn us a commission. More about us

Marco Sebastiano Alessi

Marco Sebastiano Alessi, writer at Higher Hz

Marco is a seasoned audiophile, producer, audio engineer, and senior writer at Higher Hz, where he covers hi-fi, home theater, and live sound.

Born into a creative family, Marco was immersed in music since he was born, but his desire to play an instrument didn't arise until he was 14, when he started playing the drums.

In his late teenage years, Marco discovered the world of DAWs, recording his first ambient/electronic tracks and publishing albums under various monikers and netlabels.

His studies and music career led him to London, where he graduated in Music Business at the London School of Sound and continued recording music and touring with several bands.

After graduating, Marco started his label Naviar Records, which he uses to release music from like-minded artists and friends.

Naviar hosts regular events in Europe, the UK and Australia, has a weekly radio show on Resonance Extra and has been praised by iconic music magazines such as Electronic Sound, Sound of Life, Cyclic Defrost, and more.

Currently, Marco plays the drums in the psychedelic rock band Aktopasa and continues to broaden the scope of his label.

His passion for music led him to acquire a taste for high-quality audio, so he spends a lot of time writing about and reviewing audio gear he believes people should know about.

The 12 best music producers of all time across all genres

The role of a music producer has always been quite fluid. Working behind the scenes, shaping and transforming songs so that they’d be successful but also in line with the artist’s vision: a producer is a master in balancing creativity and business, always remembering that the audience, of today and tomorrow, will be the ultimate judge of their work.

What is audio normalization, and how (and when) to use it

Normalizing tracks has been a common practice among artists since the dawn of DAWs, but with the advent of streaming platforms and the subsequent loudness standardization, as well as new, less invasive ways to make tracks louder, you might wonder whether it’s still worth it normalizing your tunes before publishing them.

What are hertz (Hz) and frequency in sound and music

Imagine sound as a pulsating wave, traveling through air and bridging the gap between its original source and your ear canal, where it’s captured and decoded by your brain.

The science behind the sonic realm is as fascinating as it is articulated, and one of the most fundamental concepts in the field is the role of hertz and frequency in sound. These are the building blocks of not just music, but the way we perceive audio in all its forms.

Studio monitors vs regular speakers: What’s the difference?

Whether you’re setting up your first recording studio, home theater or hi-fi system, you’ll probably have to do some research on the best speakers that can help you create the perfect environment for your creativity or entertainment.

That’s when you’ll come across the terms “studio monitor” and “hi-fi speaker” and wonder: aren’t they the same thing?