Archive for 'Recording Tips'
EZ Drummer, Easy and Valuable Software for Recording Studios
At CCM Recording Studios in Denver Colorado, we find EZ Drummer to be very effective and easy to use software instrument. Once installed in your studio recording system, just open up the ad-on through your I/O and you’re ready to go. Here at CCM Recording Studios in Denver, EZ Drummer is a great substitute for [...]
Posted: March 4th, 2010 under Recording Tips, Studio Gear.
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An Introduction to Mastering
Everyone knows mastering is an extremely vital step to creating a radio-ready track, but few know what mastering actually entails. Contrary to popular belief, it is not simply a matter of making the mix louder, although that is one of its functions. A mastering session accomplishes not only a radio-level volume for a track, but [...]
Posted: February 3rd, 2010 under Recording Tips.
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Reamping: Make Your Guitar Come Alive
Reamping is the process of sending a recorded guitar signal through an amplifier to receive that amp’s signal back in a new track. For example, say you have recorded a clean electric guitar (via a direct in box and a split signal between it and your amp) that you wish to have the tonal properties of [...]
Posted: February 3rd, 2010 under Recording Tips.
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How to Use ReWire With ProTools and Record ReWire Audio
Using ReWire with ProTools is easy!
Posted: February 2nd, 2010 under Recording Tips.
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Zeroing A Session
After a long session, it is often beneficial to “zero out” or start over with your mix. This gives you an opportunity to start fresh and give yourself a new perspective. “Zeroing out” refers to the removal of all automation (panning, volume changes, etc) plug-ins, sends and any other alterations made to the dry mix that changes [...]
Posted: October 14th, 2009 under Learning ProTools, Recording Tips.
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Add Some Umph To Your Synths!
Here’s a quick and easy way to add depth and power to your synthesizer recording.
Posted: August 20th, 2009 under Recording Tips.
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Quick Trick Using McDSP’s Compressor Bank 3 Plug-In
The pre-filter section of the McDSP compressor is fantastic!
Posted: August 20th, 2009 under Recording Tips.
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Mixing Tip of the Day!
Here’s a quick way to get more snap, punch or crack out of your snare drum recording!
Posted: August 20th, 2009 under Recording Tips.
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Tracking Vocals with a Mic Pre-Amp
One of the most important things to consider when tracking vocals is the use of a mic pre-amp.
Posted: August 20th, 2009 under Recording Tips.
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Compressing Vocals - A Quick Tip
If you are going for a very natural vocal sound,
Posted: July 9th, 2009 under Recording Tips.
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