Jake Weston

The upright bass can be a tricky instrument to properly mic. It produces extremely low tones that are outside the ranges of some mics, can transmit sound directly to the floor via its endpin, and suffers from the resonance inconsistencies of all acoustic instruments. But several mic techniques can resolve these and other problems. Try placing your bass on a rubber matt; don’t mic too close to the bridge, as the tone will come out too aggressive; and consider a small-diaphragm mic, which will make the bass more prominent in mixes of contemporary music.

Key Takeaways:

• The upright bass (aka double bass) is an instrument from the string family.
• It is the lowest-pitched bowed string instrument, normally going down to E1 (41 Hz) but it can even go down to B0 (31 Hz).
• Read on to learn more about this exciting instrument!

“The upright bass (aka double bass) is an instrument from the string family.”

http://en.audiofanzine.com/recording-mixing/editorial/articles/recording-a-bowed-upright-bass.html

When it comes to the resonant frequency in the low-mids, what you do with that—if anything at all—depends on what you are going for (how big the resonant peak is), and what sound you are going for. If you want a big classic snare sound, you might want to notch some of that resonant frequency out to fill out the spectrum.

Key Takeaways:

• Solid and simple tips that help you fix a problem and get on with the rest of the mix.
• Join the community and ask questions if you have any small problems you need solved.
• Solid and simple tips that help you fix a problem and get on with the rest of the mix. That’s what I’ve always been about with Audio Issues so I’m glad the community is sharing their own practical audio tips.

“That’s what I’ve always been about with Audio Issues so I’m glad the community is sharing their own practical audio tips.”

http://www.audio-issues.com/music-mixing/how-to-use-eq-to-reduce-annoying-resonances-from-a-snare/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AudioIssues+%28Audio+Issues%29

The latest addition to the Drum Drops library of virtual drum instruments is the first to feature a newly-designed interface. Version 2, as it’s called, has been built from the ground up by a new development partner, and will now be included with all new Drum Drops kit releases. The groove player, mixer, dynamics tools and effects sections have all survived the makeover, but now seem far more integrated and refined than in Version 1. Everything is more colorful and realistically rendered, not the graphic representation of the kit, which looks great and should help users bond with the interface.

Key Takeaways:

• Overall, the Vintage Folk Rock kit is an impressive addition to the Drum Drops catalogue of products.
• The only significant omission is the step-sequencer tool found in later incarnations of Version 1.
• There’s no denying that the basic sound of the kit (minus the built-in EQ, dynamics, tape emulation and effects) has a vintage feel.

“The groove player, mixer, dynamics tools and effects sections have all survived the makeover, but now seem far more integrated and refined than in Version 1.”

http://www.loopmasters.com/articles/3735

When recording songs, we tend to lie to ourselves and think, i’ll make it sound better later. Instead, we should set ourselves up for more musical success by putting in our best work on each stage. When writing a song, don’t stop when it sounds okay, stop composing when it sounds good. Similar, when you are recording the song, or mixing the song.

Key Takeaways:

• Six years ago, I was telling a lie to myself and the band I was recording at the time.
• It didn’t serve me or them well, and it certainly won’t serve YOU well if your goal is amazing recordings and mixes.
• Watch this video and see if you’ve made the same mistake I’ve made. Don’t worry — we can turn it around and get you great results in our home studios!

“Watch this video and see if you’ve made the same mistake I’ve made…and don’t worry, we can turn it around and make the change needed to actually get results in our home studios!”

http://therecordingrevolution.com/biggest-home-studio-lie/

There are many good reasons you should consider checking out this latest abelton tutorial. This comprehensive guide will take you through everything you could possibly wish to know about the new abelton software. Hands down this has to be one of the best and easiest ways to learn all the tips and tricks.

Key Takeaways:

• In this brand new video from Point Blank, PB Course Developer and Ableton Certified Trainer Freddy Frogs turns his attention to creative rhythm programming.
• To learn recording, engineering and mixing techniques as well as dive into DJing and even master the music business, Point Blank’s online Diploma courses cover all this and more.
• Graduates include Patrick Topping, Jon Rundell and No Artificial Colours so you know you’re in good hands.

“Taken from anywhere in the world and for up to 64 weeks, they’re some of the school’s most comprehensive courses.”

http://www.musictech.net/2016/12/creative-rhythm-programming-pb/