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Compression: How Much Is Too Much?
Compression is one of the most common things you will find in a studio, right up there with mics, amps and computers. Compressors are often built into preamps, but more and more often they are used as plug-ins after recording has taken place. You’ll likely see compression on individual tracks, in bussed groups of tracks, [...]
Posted: February 9th, 2010 under Blogroll.
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A Brief Introduction to Beat Detective
If you have a live, imported, old, or otherwise off-time session, you may want to add elements to it. In these types of cases, Beat Detective can be used to create a “tempo map” that follows the changes within the song, which can then be used to create new MIDI elements or a unique click [...]
Posted: October 21st, 2009 under Blogroll.
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What is Phantom Power?
Phantom power refers to the method of sending 48v DC (or, in certain situation, 12v or 24v) through a microphone (XLR) cable. This is necessary to power condenser mics, as well as some DI boxes. This feature is built into most preamps and mixing desks. Phantom power made possible the use of the same shielded, balanced cables [...]
Posted: October 21st, 2009 under Blogroll.
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SPECIAL PRICE DISCOUNT for Bands Recording at CCM Studios!
For the month of June, CCM Studios will be offering bands an ESPECIALLY PRICED discount of $35/hr for their 1st session. I call this the “bedroom-cost for a professional studio sound” discount! CCM Studios offers top-of-the-line mics, preamps, softtwares and monitoring systems, along with trained and experienced engineers who are ready to shape your song [...]
Posted: June 4th, 2009 under Blogroll.
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Techniques for minimizing bleed while tracking live ensembles
Last week I talked about the benefits of live tracking vs multitracking in the recording studio. This week Id like to hone in on the benefits and techniques involved in producing good results with minimal headaches when tracking live. Tracking a band live can be a great way for improvisatory acts to capture the magic [...]
Posted: February 11th, 2009 under Blogroll.
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First-Time Client Special Ends Soon!
First-Time Client Special Ends Soon!
CCM Studios‘ amazing hourly discount is coming to an end, so get in soon! We will be offering first-time clients their first session at half price… thats only $25/hr! This bad-ass discount will be lasting for another couple of weeks so get in soon to hold your spot.
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Posted: February 5th, 2009 under Blogroll.
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live tracking vs multi-tracking, the benefits and disadvantages of both
So your in a band and you want to record a demo, or a record, whatever. There are a couple of ways to go about doing so and depending on what style of music you play one or the other may work much better for you. Lets start with multi-tracking. This is where each instrument [...]
Posted: February 2nd, 2009 under Blogroll.
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The benefits of using good quality cables in your recording studio
Last time I wrote about signal flow and how each aspect of your signal chain is equally important when it comes to the overall results you are able to achieve in your studio. This week I would like to look specifically at an often times overlooked portion of your signal chain that is really of [...]
Posted: February 2nd, 2009 under Blogroll.
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Best Hip Hop / Rap Studio in Denver
If you are looking for the best hip hop / rap studio in Denver, then you have found CCM Studios. We have sick gear with experienced engineers at the boards. Whether you’re looking for that screwed and chopped effect or a T-Pain vocal effect, we’ve got you covered! CCM Studios is the highest quality recordings [...]
Posted: December 31st, 2008 under Blogroll.
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Music Studios Denver
When looking into Music Studios in Denver it is important to find a great deal, but it’s probably more important to end up with a great result.
Posted: December 31st, 2008 under Blogroll.
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