Beating the Sunk Cost Effect in Music Production

The “Sunk Cost Effect” makes beatmakers cling to old tools due to past investments, even when better options exist.

How to Overcome It:

• Accept losses: Past investments are unrecoverable.
• Think forward: Focus on future benefits, not past efforts.
• Stay logical: Prioritize functionality over emotional attachment.

Conclusion

Let go of outdated tools and choose what drives your creativity forward.