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    Sequencing songs on an album

    What are some key points in deciding how one should sequence the song order on an album project. What songs should be first, second, third, etc. Thank you :)
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    Lessons from VH1: "Behind The Music"

    As a recording person, I often like to watch the VH1 TV program - "Behind The Music". It is a great way to learn how accomplished national artists got started, used techniques locally, how they slaved at it for years, came from humble roots, got recognized, got shafted by their record company...
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    What acoustic guitar record best ?

    Thought a poll would be cool on recording acoustic guitars.
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    The wonderful "ROOM" sound

    Many modern recordings have that wonderful "ROOM" sound. What are some ways one might get that sound in their mix ? Thank you:)
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    Neumann M147 Large condensor tube

    I use a M147 Neumann tube mic on all my acoustic work. I love the sound; It was a big penny too - two grand! With the right placement and room, it is warm, warm, warm. Some say it sounds like digital clarity with the warmth of analog. Well, I must confess I use a Tascam 16 track one inch...
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    499 tape

    I'm using 499 tape on my MS-16 Tascam unit. 456 is recommended for the machine, but I'm really having great results. Anybody have any thoughts about the difference in 499 & 456 ? Any pros or cons ? How about bias settings ? reeling and rocking, Chuck
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    499 reel to reel tape

    I'm going to a 499 tape on my MS16 TASCAM unit. Anyone have some thooughts along these lines ? Thanks, Chuck
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    TASCAM - MS16, 1" reel to reel

    I'm moving up from 8 track analog to a TASCAM 16 track 1" reel unit. I would like to build a thread with others who use the MS16.
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    MP3s playback quality

    I've noticed my MP3 playback quality is not near the quality of my CD. Other musicians on MP3 have very good quality in playback. Would this mean the upload was faulty ?
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    The ideal rack for the gigging acoustic guitarist.

    Do you have a great sounding acoustic rack for doing live gigs ? Tell us about it. What gear do you use to get your sweet sound. Chuck
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    M80 reel to reel Forum

    Model: Fostex Model 80, 1/4" reel to reel. I have one and really like the clean sound I'm getting when recording through a Neuman M147 large condensor mic. I playback through my Yamaha NS10ms moniters and can't hear any hiss. Any other users out there ? Chuck
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    Creating a hit that will hook.

    Creating the hit song...hummmmm. Ever read those books that claim there are enduring characteristics to a hit song ? Ever wondered why there are songs with generational durability; they keep going and going like the energizer bunny and never get old ? There must be something there. Let's...
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    Acoustic guitar effects - most often used.

    What effects are most often used on acoustic guitars - for strumming and picking ? Is there a processor that rules in this area as well ?
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    Acoustic guitar - warm silk sound

    How does one get the warm silky strum sound on an acoustic guitar recording. Some commercial recordings sound so comfortable to the ears; no harshness and etc. Is this heavy compression or something ? Thanks
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    Edginess of the B&E strings

    I recording flat to analog tape through a Bellari Pre and a Neumann M147 large tube condensor. When playing back into my moniters, I have a harsh mid range edge coming from the high unwound strings (B&E). I have sent the signal through my parametric EQ and cut the 800 HZ a bit; it helped. I'm...
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