Reverb is that shimmering effect you hear on vocals, that immense sound in a church or the gentle wash of atmosphere on your synth pads. It is the most overused effect out there but when used correctly, can make your sound beautiful.
Used well, then, a touch of reverb here or there can add a completely new dimension to your mix. Early reverbs simulated the effect mechanically using large plates. The larger the plate, the longer the reverb time. Reverb chambers is simply capturing the sound of a room using speakers playing the music and microphones picking up the results of the music played in the room with all of its additional reverberation.
Read more here: https://www.musictech.net/2018/07/essential-guide-to-reverb/
Archives for August 2018
The Buyer's Guide to Mixing and Mastering Plug-in Effects
When it comes to successfully mixing and completing tracks with effect plug-ins, having the proper equipment is absolutely key in producing awesome tracks. Reviews are in on the best plug-in mastering products this year, so potential buyers can decide which one takes the cake. Melda’s Production MAmp is a great product for those who like to produce a wide variety of content due to it’s versatility. Whether you’re looking for refinement or distortion, it is able to provide you with whatever you need.
Key Takeaways:
- For those on a budget, the Sonimus EQs is a great investment due to three available equalization modes.
- The iZotope DDLY is unique due to the fact that it has two delay lines, which is not always found in plug-in effect options.
- Fabfilter’s Pro-C2 has over five different compression options which is quite a substantial amount for plug-ins.
“We present our guide to mixing and mastering plug-in effect, where we’ve included everything we’ve reviewed over the last four years. Be sure to read part 1 of our essential guide to plug-in effects…”
Read more: http://www.musictech.net/2018/04/buyers-guide-mixing-mastering-plug-in-effects/
10 Tips for Better Monitoring Without Losing your Hearing and Sanity
When using monitors, it is important to verify that you have them at the right level, in the right space, and that you’ve purchased the correct brand. Be sure to use expert guides in order to give you pinpoint information as to which monitors are the most reputable on the market. Also ensure that the monitors are at ear level, and that they are not too close to any surfaces such as walls or floors for optimal production.
Key Takeaways:
- It is best to look into an expert guide in order to determine which brands and models are the best to invest in.
- It is best to mount monitors instead of putting them near or on surfaces in order for the best product.
- Be sure to protect your hearing by never have monitors set to the loudest setting.
“You might have the best monitors in the world, but if you don’t set them up, place them, or use them correctly, you might just as well try using a couple of Coke cans tied to a piece of string.”
Read more: http://www.musictech.net/2018/02/10-tips-better-monitoring/
6 EQ Tips: Boost or Cut the Frequencies? | Waves
When it comes to the equalization process in the production experience, you want to make sure that you know the difference between the three main formats: frequency, gain, and Q. Frequency has to do with manipulating the track, while gaining has to do with adding and removing various aspects. Q stands specifically for quality, and actually controls the curve of the equalization. Knowing all of these contributions to quality production is imperative in producing a successful piece.
Key Takeaways:
- Parametric devices have the ability to control all three forms of frequencies in equalization.
- You will have to decide if you want to subtract or add certain frequencies to your track, also known as cutting or boosting.
- A good way to determine if you need to boost or cut frequencies, is to determine if the overall sound is excessive or lacking.
“Equalization is a mixing engineer’s most powerful tool. It can repair a poor recording, or transform the sound of an instrument. Surprisingly, these sophisticated tools only have two functions: to add more of, or to reduce the amount of a set of frequencies.”
Read more: https://www.waves.com/eq-tips-boost-or-cut-the-frequencies
Review: Sample Logic Trailer Xpressions 2
Just for it’s huge library of sonic elements alone, Sample Logic’s Trailer Xpressions 2 is a great choice to add to your studio. It helps your mapping skills become much more expansive by taking just one mapped out module and converting it into an entirely mapped out piece. This saves the producer and artist much less time and expenses when it comes to designing the entire track. The cinematic elements that the second version features are just the icing on the cake!
Key Takeaways:
- The TX2 has one of the biggest libraries consisting of sonic element choices.
- You also get what are called energizing and polishing modes when utilizing the TX2 in your production work.
- Delays, reverbs, and energizers are all available once you get to the finishing touches of your track.
“With the release of Trailer Xpressions 2, they may have just given everyone the tools they need to add modern cinematic components to their compositions.”
Read more: https://ask.audio/articles/review-sample-logic-trailer-xpressions-2