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Mid-Side Stereo Microphone Recording Technique
Posted on October 25, 2011 | No CommentsMy last article “Ribbon Mics for the Rest of Us” mentioned specific mics’ usefulness as the “Side” mic in a “Mid/Side” stereo recording setup. A... -
Ribbon Mics for the Rest of Us
Posted on September 27, 2011 | No CommentsLike a lot of young recording engineers and those with some sort of home-recording set up, I’ve heard a lot about the amazing qualities of... -
The Elements of Guitar Tone
Posted on June 14, 2011 | No CommentsThe Elements of Guitar Tone Most tech articles address the ins and outs of equipment. How to use it, what it’s made of, how it... -
Mic Preamps on a Budget
Posted on April 26, 2011 | No CommentsFinding the right mic preamp for vocals can be tedious and time consuming. Setting your budget is probably one of the most problematic aspects of... -
The Most Bang for Your Drum: How to Mic A Snare
Posted on March 22, 2011 | No CommentsWhen it comes to recording, drums are tricky little devils. Before you lay down your beats, there are a wealth of details to attend to—you... -
How To Choose a Guitar Amplifier
Posted on February 22, 2011 | No CommentsWith an abundance of guitar amplifiers available, choosing the right one can be daunting. If you feel lost and bewildered over the sheer number of... -
Booking Your Own Tour
Posted on January 11, 2011 | No CommentsBands want glory, and practicing late nights in your parents’ living room doesn’t always give you the recognition you deserve. So, you do what any band would,... -
Budgeting Your Tour
Posted on December 28, 2010 | No CommentsYou’re ready to embark on your first band tour—you’ve emptied your entire bank account, as well as your piggy bank and rainy day savings. But... -
Why Master Your Music?
Posted on November 30, 2010 | No CommentsThe process of mastering (or more precisely pre-mastering), is the last creative step in the recording process and the first step in CD or album... -
Guitar Effect Pedals – Managing the Chain Gang
Posted on October 26, 2010 | 3 CommentsMost every guitarist employs at least one effect pedal in his or her tonal arsenal, be it a $30 beater or a high-end “boutique” stomp-box....
