The KSM8 microphone attempts to rectify a couple of issues that its grandad, the SM58 has – notably, low-end build-up which can make the mic sound boomy on vocals.And according to Mike Hillier, it does the job well: “The KSM8 is battling for your attention, you owe it to your voice to at least give it a try.”
Archives for February 2017
Drum Recording 101: Overheads And The ORTF Technique
Probably the most important track when it comes to drum recording are the overheads, or simply capturing the sounds of the cymbals as well as the stereo image of the whole kit. But the overheads have more to offer than this, they are also responsible mainly for the “natural” reproduction of the recording and is crucial to the overall sensation of power. Depending on how far you position the microphone, the closer it is the more attack you will capture although it may sound “tiny”, or you can provide more “air” or space between and create a much more powerful sound.
Read more here: http://en.audiofanzine.com/recording-mixing/editorial/articles/recording-drums-overheads-and-the-ortf-technique.html
Gear of the Year 2016 – Best Accessory of 2016
The best accessory of 2016 has gone to the Fostex TR-series. There is a huge market for studio quality headphones. You can buy a model like this one for a reasonable outlay. The Fostex TR-series offers a dynamic listening experience. It is spot on in many areas and is one of the highest quality headphones you can buy.
11 Tips for Better Sounding Drums Using EQ
There are 11 tips for better sounding drums. You can achieve this using EQ. One way you can fix your drums is to cut the kick drum in the 300-600 Hz region to get rid of a boxy feel. The same thing works well on a drum group bus, toms and any drum that needs some smoothing out.
How To Choose The Best Audio Interface For Your Home Studio
There is a way to choose the best audio interface for your home studio. Audio interfaces have never sounded better, nor have they been more affordable than they are now. There is some criteria that you need to follow when you are picking the right interface for you. You can do this even with a very tight budget.
Key Takeaways:
- With so many choices these days, and the proliferation of audio myths out there it can be overwhelming.
- I give you two important things to watch out for
- No matter your budget, this video will help you find the perfect interface for you.
“There are 3 main criteria I follow when picking an interface that best fits my needs and I walk you through them in this video.”