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7 hours ago, JoeGBradford said:

A fascinating tutorial, Mike. The way the subtle use of different effects on the vocals built up to create a much fuller and pleasing sound was particularly interesting to me as someone who has very limited experience of using effects other than delay and reverb!

Yes Joe! Honestly, with even modestly priced mics these days you get a good solid sound (in a decent room). From their its a series of subtle adjustments - none of which are particularly 'wow' by themselves. I still think I can improve on this area quite a lot - but the basic tools are there!

EPISODE 12

Hi folks! We are up to episode 12 of my 15 part series about recording and releasing a song from scratch. Now we finally dig into some of the details of processing core components.

WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/JXdZZkN71Tw

20 hours ago, JoeGBradford said:

Great installment Mike!

Cheers Joe

EPISODE 11

Hi folks! We are now on episode 11 of my 15 part series about recording a song from scratch, and this is a stage we have been working towards for a while - the static mix!

WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/nnTm2ntdDSY

19 hours ago, AndyB01 said:

Another very good vid (and the more detailed one on the same topic). However, I can't get that FreeG plugin to work the way you do - for some odd reason the RMS and peak meters don't reset when I click them, they just spin to some random value.

I strongly suspect it's a 'Layer 8' problem so will take a bit of perseverance and trial and error on my part.

Andy

Hey Andy - try clicking on the numbers rather than the meters, see if that work

EPISODE 10

Hi folks! We are now on episode 10 of my 15 part series about recording a song from scratch, and I believe that one is about something that can make a big difference to the result - gain staging.

WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/HxNTCpCQclw

EPISODE 9

Hi folks! We are at episode 9 in my 15 part series about recording a song from scratch, and the tracking is finally done. So in this episode we start the mixing process with some important preparation. Don't miss out!

WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/6RqurUur3K0

On 2/18/2020 at 5:59 AM, Andrew Ball said:

Scratch that - went back into RTPMidi to check the settings - I think I may have forgotten to press 'connect' 🙄

I'll get my coat...

LOL

EPISODE 8

Hi folks! Its time to record lead vocals in episode 8 of my 15 part series about recording a song from scratch. As well as recording I'm loooking comping, pitch correction, and a few harmonies

WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/_SPRiIMD39Q

Yes, the key is key! On guitar it makes a massive difference too, as when people use traditional open chords, the actual chord voiceings change.

Its a hard decision though, as sometimes a great key on an instrument, may be bad for a vocalist. Usually I prioritise vocals.

1 hour ago, JoeGBradford said:

Thanks for these Mike - the tip jar has finally been rewarded 😉

LOL - thanks you Joe!

5 hours ago, Andrew Ball said:

I've watched all these now, they really are very good indeed, I love the guitar layering, that's a great effect (note to self, learn how to do reverb sends) and overall I've learned a lot already. Highly recommended.

Andy

Thanks Andy! There is some stuff on reverb sends coming in the series

I’m very happy to announce that I have now made available the multitracks for my series RECORD, MIX, RELEASE, so that you can practice your mixing skills with this song J.

DOWNLOAD HERE: https://www.creativesauce.net/record-mix-release-multitracks/

EPISODE 7

Hi folks! Its time to lay down some group vocals, and female vocal part in the 7th episode of my series about recordinga song from scratch. I had lots of fun with this one, I hope you can join me

WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/iMUI-uBfRlU

3 hours ago, AndyB said:

Cheers for doing these Mike - just watched Vid 1 - very good.

Markers #WhoKnew 😂

I can't imagine what else I'm going to learn from these.

Andy

Thanks Andy!

EPISODE 6

Hi folks! In the 6th episode in my 15 part series about recording a song from scratch, I'm recording a Cajon!

WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/8eoYkpiWoq4

EPISODE 5

Hi folks! In the 5th episode in my 15 part series about recording a song from scratch, I'm recording the acoustic guitar parts!

WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/anbdhokFWn8

EPISODE 4

Hi folks! In the 4th episode of my 15 part series about recording a song from scratch, I'm laying down some virtual piano and organ.

WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/n_rpQ2zAJ1s

ALSO... don't forget that tomorrow is the first live show in the series, where you can ask me about the episodes so far

EPISODE 3

Hi folks! If you want to learn about programming virtual drums, catch the 3rd episode in my 15 part series about recording a whole song from scratch!

WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/q964meEChQM

Thanks Jacques. You are quite right - different music takes a different approach. This is a much more contemporary style. I'm just a a lover of 'songs' !

EPISODE 2

Hi folks! In the second episode of my series about recording a song from scratch, I'm recording the bass guitar part, including preparation to get the best performance!

WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/9hg1iDAwvmE

2 hours ago, pedro said:

what a great video!!!! \m/

Thank you Pedro

3 hours ago, Apeirofobia said:

I think You're by far one of the best "Audio and Music Production" Youtubers in the web. 

Thank you for this series.

Thank you so much. We live in blessed times,  there are a few other great YouTubers I enjoy who inspire me to improve, but I'm very happy you are enjoying what I've done so far

Oh this is a really helpful resource! Robert makes nice videos:)

EPISODE 1

Here is the first episode folks! All about getting started with that dreaded blank project!

WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/hWvAwv2pT7Y