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record a snare drum — nine mic placements

Nine mic placements to record a snare drum in your home studio

May 26, 2022May 27, 2022 Dan Gonzalez

Getting a quality drum recording in your home studio requires a space with proper acoustics and mics that are up to the task — and your mic placement goes a long way when you record a snare drum. Read the post.

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Record — and protect your files — on the road

September 23, 2021September 24, 2021 Michael Gallant

With the right technology, strategies, and planning, indie artists can record and produce amazing music anywhere. Read the post

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Recording acoustic guitar: Experiment with mic placement

September 7, 2021September 8, 2021 Keith Hatschek

The mics you use on any instrument in your home studio recording are a major variable in how your recording will sound, but mic placement is a big part of capturing the best tone for your recording. Read the post

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Are you ready to return to the recording studio?

June 3, 2021June 3, 2021 Michael Gallant

A return to regular activities might mean you’ll be stepping into a recording studio for the first time in many months. Keep these tips in mind as you prepare for your recording session. Read the post.

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Ear fatigue: Know the signs, avoid mistakes

December 8, 2020December 8, 2020 Andre Calilhanna

Recognize the signs and control your activities before, during, and after a studio session to minimize ear fatigue and get your best results from your recording. Read the post.

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Recording saxophone and reed instruments — tips from a veteran producer

October 23, 2020November 16, 2021 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

So much about recording saxophone and other reed instruments depends on the player, the room, the mics, the style of play, and how the track fits into the song overall. Here are some recording tips from a veteran producer. Read the post.

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Adding live strings to your recording

October 13, 2020October 13, 2020 Michael Gallant

When you’re ready to add violin, cello, or other orchestral strings to your recordings, these tips will get you off the ground and help you communicate and harness the creativity of your collaborators. Read the post.

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Recording bass guitar — Tips from a veteran producer

October 8, 2020October 6, 2021 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

Producer/engineer/studio owner Jon Marc Weiss discusses mics, mic placement, and different techniques for recording a great bass tone for every music genre. Read the post.

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Piano miking techniques for the studio and stage

September 25, 2020October 6, 2020 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

Producer/engineer/studio owner Jon Marc Weiss discusses piano miking techniques on different instruments in different settings to get the tone you need for the situation. Read the post.

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How to record a kick drum

August 21, 2020August 31, 2020 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

Producer/engineer/studio owner Jon Marc Weiss discusses miking techniques when recording a kick drum in your studio. Read the post.

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How to record a snare drum

July 20, 2020July 20, 2020 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

Producer/engineer/studio owner Jon Marc Weiss discusses miking techniques when recording a snare drum along with a full drum kit. Read the post.

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How to get better results mixing in your home studio

June 16, 2020April 5, 2021 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

From stereo placement to EQ, busing to reverb, veteran music producer and engineer Jon Marc Weiss gives pro advice and insights on how to manage your mix in your home studio. Read the post.

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How to record better tones in your home studio

May 29, 2020October 18, 2021 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

From potato chips to preamps, decoupling to drum heads, these 13 tips can help you get better tones when you’re recording in your (not-acoustically pristine) home studio. Read the post.

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Getting a great vocal take in the studio

May 7, 2020January 29, 2021 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

Capturing the ultimate vocal performance can require push and pull between the producer and talent. The tact and technique of the producer plays a pivotal role in recording a great vocal take. Read the post.

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Psychology and the music producer

April 16, 2020April 16, 2020 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

From communicating, coaxing the best possible performance, and keeping an artist comfortable, a lot of a producer’s skills have little to do with recording techniques. Read the post.

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