Audio Recording is the process of capturing audio signals for the purpose of archiving, manipulation, or reproduction.
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How do I fix USB Mic Static through a preamp?
I am trying to setup a semi-pro recording area for creating a podcast and I am quite new to audio recording.
I have a KAM C3 (Bottom one on the site) Mic going into an ART Tube MP - Project Series ...
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Recording and processing backing vocals with only one singer
I'm recording a few songs using Studio 64 Linux and I'm wanting to add some backing vocals. As there's only me I was wondering if anyone had any good tips to make the recording sound more like a ...
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Doubling a track
I was reading an article about recording a guitar and the guy was recommending doubling the track by actually recording it twice. I realize that this thickens up the sound which is good but is playing ...
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Vocal mic placement, setup, and technique
I have AT4050 for my home studio that I'm using as a vocal mic. I have a rather powerful voice (not a screamer, just tend to be loud) and I'm trying to figure out the best way to position mic ...
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Better Options than M-Audio Keystudio
I have been a musician for years and decided a few months ago to record some music at home. I got the M-Audio Keystudio that came with ProTools SE because it was cheap and I wanted to make sure I was ...
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What is the best, but least expensive live recording setup?
I am a videographer first and a recording technician second. I've been trying to get better and easier to use equipment and software to record live bands (audio). My goal is to have a setup that can ...
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Help with mastering [closed]
I use Logic Pro. It seems like every song on the radio I hear sounds good everywhere. Headphones, ear buds, loud speakers etc. My music generally feels like it lacks dynamic range. As if a lot of the ...
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Modern rock bass drum recording techniques
In modern rock or heavy metal sound engineering and production:
Is it possible to get a decent sound without triggers on the kick drum? Examples would help here :-)
What triggers/drum machine ...
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What is “clipping” distortion? What causes it, and how to avoid it when recording audio?
What is "clipping" distortion? What causes it, and how to avoid it when recording audio?
p.s. please add tags "distortion" and "clipping".
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How to cleanly punch piano?
When recording piano I've always struggled to get clean punches. I usually try to punch just ahead of a downbeat when the pianist is lifting the sustain pedal, but I often end up with some remnants ...
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Recording gear for (small) children: Recommendations?
When I was kid, my friends and I had fun recording ourself on a cassette deck.
For christmas, I want to get some gear for my kids (five and three) to record themselves singing etc.
What is ...
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Rendering vs. recording in ableton live?
In Ableton Live, it seems like I get better (clearer, louder, better dynamics) results when I route and record my master track to an audio track instead of using the "render-to-disk" function.
Has ...
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How to judge preamp and A/D quality on a USB audio interface?
I'm looking for an audio interface for casual recording. There are things it's easy to tell from specs -- number of channels, connectors, phantom power, etc. -- but I don't know any way to tell if an ...
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Miking a grand piano
I have a SM57 and RHODES NT1 microphone and I was wondering what the best way to mike a grand piano was. I tried opening the grand piano and pointing the SM57 at the strings and then placing the ...
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Pedals in Recording
I'm looking at getting some pedals for my guitar (I play acoustic, and as I just recently got an amp, I haven't had any in the past) mostly for live performances, as it's tough to assume a bar or some ...
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Cheap DIY solutions, like using egg cartons
I record and produce as a hobby, so funds are limited. What are some nice do it yourself solutions people have found.
As an example, you can line the walls with egg cartons instead of paying for ...
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Using stereo to re-create a stage effect, or to enhance the experience?
Last millenium with the advent of common Stereo equipment, recording engineers often used the stereo effects to re-create a 'stage' like presence in the recordings. I.e. the instruments would be ...
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What is Mastering?
Can anyone explain mastering? What is it for and why should anyone care? Should I have all of my recordings mastered?
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Best setup for a portable studio?
I've often needed to record while at a musicians house/studio/practice-pad (same goes for podcasting on the fly). To do so I needed my studio (or part of it) to be very mobile. I always want to ...
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What is the best setup under $10K? [closed]
I've always wanted to have a home studio and I figured that with around 10K I could build a semi-descent setup. I'm interested in everybody's opinion on what is the best (Pro Tools preferably) setup I ...
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The most common mistakes for newbies recording
What are the the most common mistakes that new engineers tend to make when recording and mixing down their tracks?
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Soft synth vs. hard synth
I did a lot of project work about 15 years ago. Due to a limited budget, I arranged most of the drums, bass and keyboard tracks on a MIDI rack synth. I became increasingly annoyed with the process ...
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What could be causing audible clicks in Tracktion 3 on Windows?
I've been using Tracktion 3 (on Windows XP) for a long time now, but I've started to notice audible 'clicks' in my recordings for the last couple of months. It's ruining things!
The clicks are ...
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Record a live show on 6 tracks
I'm planning on recording a live show this weekend.
I have free subgroups I can route freely to.
Band is: Drums, Bass, Git, 2 Acoustic Gits, Keys
4 Backing Vocs, 2 Lead Vocs
I have 3 stereo FX ...
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Headphones to block outside noise
In a live recording environment, what "style" of headphones should I use to monitor what I am recording - in other words which block out the outside sound best.
Are in-ear headphones completely ...
