Feedback, something we don’t normally want to hear in any mixing or recording. When the microphone is placed in a wrong position against a speaker or system, then we hear this loud piercing sound that everybody gets annoyed or bothered by.
But using the same feedback combined with effects like a delay can create a loop that does not just sound interesting but can be useful in creative mixes and recordings. Learn to use and manipulate feedback loops combined with effects to create unending possibilities in your projects. With these simple steps you can start creating amazing mixes and projects.
Read more here: http://reaperblog.net/2016/07/delay-feedback-effects/
National Association of Music Merchants Top 10
The recently concluded Summer NAMM 2016, lined up a wide range of products from guitars, effects, pedals, synthesizers and amplifiers that made summer extra hot. Listed are 10 products that stood out the most.
Boss CE-2W Chorus, a combination of 2 chorus pedals, what more could you ask? The Gamme Fender Deluxe, the classic look with a modern touch, available in guitar and bass, Pearl Mimic Pro Module the latest ultra-comprehensive e-drum module by Pearl and Steven Slate. The Supro 1600 Supreme and Sound City Amps, a relaunch of 1959’s mythical amp. Are just some of the products that stood out in the event.
Read here for the complete list: http://en.audiofanzine.com/audio-music-gear/editorial/articles/best-of-summer-namm-2016.html
Avoiding Excessive Stage Volume
Sounding great on stage can be attributed to different factors, but the biggest contributor is volume. A well balanced and controlled volume will make your sound great but excessive stage volume could lead to disaster for the band and for your audience as well.
Let’s begin with soundcheck, high monitor volumes often set a stage that everyone tries to match up to thus creating a chain reaction. Keeping monitor volumes as low as possible is the key, preventing a tug-o-war of sound for your band and your audience as well. Keeping it well balanced makes your band sound great on-stage.
Read more here: http://en.audiofanzine.com/live-sound/editorial/articles/the-enemy-of-the-good-is-volume.html
A Simple Hack for Better Recording and Mixing
Left Center Right panning also known as LCR recently became a hot topic as a method for placing tracks in the stereo field. LCR represents the three main spots in the stereo spectrum, exactly how speakers and headphones work. The left speaker the right speaker and the middle called auditory illusion proving balance between the latter two.
Understand that better song arrangement equals better mix. Planning is the key, knowing which side you will place certain instruments to provide better quality sound. LCR forces you to balance your arrangement and recording ultimately leading to a better and fuller track recording.
Read more here: http://therecordingrevolution.com/2016/07/06/why-lcr-panning-is-a-hack-to-better-recordings-and-mixes-of-course/
Music Kits by Envato
Introducing Music Kits, Envato’s brand new offering. A flexible and ready to use audio solution for your multi-media projects. Music Kits is so easy to use you can bring your customization and control to a whole new level.
Music Kits consist of fully mixed-and-mastered, professionally crafted music that you simply drag and drop into song sections that you yourself customize, providing you greater flexibility than using traditional royalty-free music.
Song sections come with clean endings providing you edit free and seamless transitions. You get high-quality WAV audio files compatible with any audio or video editing software of your choice, so no extra mixing or musical expertise is needed.
Read more here http://music.tutsplus.com/tutorials/this-is-why-envato-music-kits-are-the-essential-audio-solution-to-any-project–cms-26553