The human voice is one of the most dynamic musical instruments, and therefore presents unique challenges when recording and mixing. Here are the plugin compressors that I find myself using most frequently when I mix vocals. The plugin emulations of … [Continue reading] about 5 Compressor Plugins for Mixing Vocals (+ Mix Tips)
Recording electric guitar – Combining several mics
I'm a real fan of the "less is more" philosophy and try my best not to use too many tracks for a single instrument. However, when recording an electric guitar, sometimes a single mic in front of the amp isn't enough to capture the "real" sound of the … [Continue reading] about Recording electric guitar – Combining several mics
6 Recording Myths — Busted!
Before, if you wanted to learn how to record, you have to learn from a pro, a school, or by trial and error. Thanks to the Internet, there’s a ton of information out there. Much of it is accurate and helpful, but not all. Myth 1 – You can’t use … [Continue reading] about 6 Recording Myths — Busted!
7 Reverb Mistakes
Today you’ll learn 7 reverb mistakes that I have made in the past and by sharing my experiences I want to help you avoid these mistakes and stop you from wasting time figuring them out yourself. The first mistake is not EQing the reverb. I’ve got … [Continue reading] about 7 Reverb Mistakes
The 3 Building Blocks Of Acoustic Treatment
Soundproofing the space where you have your recording gear set up can be an expensive and time-consuming proposition. Treating the acoustics of your room luckily can be quite the opposite. It’s not that expensive and can be done in only a matter of … [Continue reading] about The 3 Building Blocks Of Acoustic Treatment