Bass DI vs amp – the eternal question when it comes to recording bass. Let’s cover the difference between the two and anoint a clear winner for getting the best bass in your mix. Bass DI vs Amp Recording Bass DI Let’s begin with the popular bass DI method of recording your bass tone and […]
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Lush, dreamy vocals. A number of factors go into achieving what we think of when we think of dreamy vocals, and thankfully most of them are within are control. Let’s cover how to create dreamy vocals in both a performance and the mix. Dreamy Vocals Again, are a number of things which can contribute to
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Percussive instruments like the elements which make up the drum kit can be tricky to EQ because they don’t reflect distinct notes, at least in the way that we think of them. Like any instrument in your mix, EQing drums is essential for cutting the bad and emphasizing the good. With that in mind, I’ve
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Reverb is an excellent effect to simulate depth in your mix which wasn’t there during the recording. We can use it to create space, resulting in a larger and more open mix. If I can only have one reverb for my entire mix to send tracks to, these are the best reverb settings I’ll take
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The look ahead compressor setting can be amongst the most confusing of the audio compressor settings. You’ll also find conflicting information when trying to understand it, with some saying it squashes transients and others saying it preserves them. The truth lies more in the middle, as it depends on the kind of audio you’re feeding
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