Honestly speaking one can never really know enough about EQ. But when the EQ spectrum is mastered it is easier to know when exactly to enhance to fix the mix.
When you can listen to the sound and know exactly how much is needed to be added or deducted especially by the numbers then you can say somehow you made it.
Train your ears to find these six frequencies and you’re already getting there.
Frequency 1 – Thickness / Muddiness these the ones dominating the lower frequencies and when it becomes too much they develop some thickness that lessens the clarity and definition.
Read more here: https://www.audio-issues.com/music-mixing/6-frequency-problems-youll-need-know-fix/
Archives for April 2018
5 Delay Plugins for Mixing Vocals (+ Mix Tips)
Reverb usually takes most of the credits for the depth, the width, and space for your vocals. But unknown to most delay can do all these as well, if properly used.
What is a delay anyway? With its versatility, this effect can add a three-dimensional quality to your vocals. And if pushed further in the right direction is capable of wild, distorted feedback.
Here are a few names to look after if you intend to start using this plugin for mixing your vocals.
Softube Tube Delay – probably the easiest delay plugin one can come across. It is cute and very simple to use.
Read more here: https://theproaudiofiles.com/delay-plugins-for-mixing-vocals/
https://www.sweetwater.com/insync/tips-tricks-better-background-vocals/
Background tracks need to have the right musical scale around them. Vocals and the appropriate mixes are going to be the most important tool out there. The background tracks are something that can make you wonder about the future of music because people are no as dependent upon natural talent in the music business in order to create these tracks. Businesses have to be created with some good marketing tools. The background tracks can be considered one of the great marketing tools.
Key Takeaways:
- There are a slew of different techniques to improve background vocals, some more well-known than others.
- Layering, also known as the 1-voice/1-mic method, is probably one of the easiest and better known techniques for improving background vocals.
- When working with a background trio, set up an M-S pattern, which will allow for stacking all three of the vocals.
“There are probably as many background vocal techniques as there are background vocalists (BGVs). Besides the obvious ones, there are some lesser-known techniques that work well for recording great BGVs.”
Read more: https://www.sweetwater.com/insync/tips-tricks-better-background-vocals/
Voice Over Home Studio Build – Choosing The Right Microphone
Having challenges in choosing the right microphone? With so many choices in the market, today simply checking out reviews can be a tedious task and with different reviews going around who are you going to listen to. As much as you want to jump in and buy the best microphone you can read about and find, there are still some things to consider that are subjective. Like your budget for example or what are you really trying to achieve as an artist.
Here are some things you need to know about microphones and some tips that you can use to find the one for you.
Read more here: https://www.voices.com/blog/choosing-the-right-mic/
What Iss Your Biggest Problem With EQ?
For those who are music engineers and constantly working on finding the perfect balance of sounds and voice in their recordings, they clearly understand the importance of having the right EQ balance. For many, however, this can be a daunting and difficult task if they are new to the game. Implementing various strategies and best practices is the best way to gain knowledge about EQ, and use it to your advantage each and every time.
Key Takeaways:
- Audio-issues.com creator, Bjorgvin Benediktsson, believes audio tips should be both practical and easy to implement. .
- Although he has created a guide to equalization in music mixing, he wants to incorporate more practical training strategies into it.
- To that end, he is opening up his forum for all questions and issues revolving around audio equalization.
“EQ is one of the most important things to learn about as an engineer, which is why I created EQ Strategies – The Ultimate Guide to EQ.”
Read more: http://www.audio-issues.com/music-mixing/whats-your-biggest-problem-with-eq/