Archives for November 2016

All set to record your big musical hit? While you head for the recording session, you might want to create a checklist of stuff that can come in really handy. This includes a multi-tool, Sharpies, dry-wipe marker, black gaffer tape, white masking tape, colored electrical tape, a drum key, and spare mic clips and clip-thread adaptors. Read on for the complete list.

Key Takeaways:

• I have an inexpensive multi-tool which has a pair of pliers, screwdrivers and a number of blades built-in.
• The pliers are probably the most commoly used part, often employed to loosen mic-clip thread adapters from stands, but the screwdrivers and blades all get a workout.
• As well as often bringing along my own microphones to any recording session, and on occasion my own 500 Series rack, I have a small wash-bag that I always bring along to recording sessions.

“Most studios use 1/4-inch TRS headphones, but many musicians will want to use their own headphones, which often terminate in 1/8-inch jacks. Best to bring one or two of these convertors to every session.”

http://www.musictech.net/2016/11/12-recording-session-items/

Taking some of the processes of recording a band into isolation, we take a look at the drums. First, you’ll want to make sure you’ve optimized and tuned your kit for getting the best sound. Ribbon microphones are great for honing in on lower and mid-range frequencies. Keep in mind using the console EQ will prove to be very beneficial for the majority of your mix.

Key Takeaways:

• However, by looking at each process in isolation, it can be difficult to see how the whole fits together to result in a finished song. In this new series, we’re going to follow the development of two songs
• The first of these songs is Fade by Lock, a modern-sounding electro-rock track combining electronic and acoustic drums with synths and guitars.
• This track will have a looser feel and a more traditional rock sound, driven by acoustic drums, electric guitars, electric bass and an organ.

“If the room is big enough, you can probably get a number of different sounds simply by moving the kit into different locations, but even in small rooms, moving the snare a foot or two can change the reflection pattern and, if you’re lucky, you’ll be able to get close to the sounds you need.”

http://www.musictech.net/2016/11/how-to-record-a-band-part-1-drums/