Recent content by BigMuffinMan

Right now I only record bass DI as I have no bass amp, and Im not really thrilled with the sounds Im getting (although I am using a cheap ass bass). Do you think getting a bass amp and micing it would produce better results? Would a sm57 work good for this? are there 'prefered' mics for...

I own several guitars, the most ive even spent on one being about $1000 for my LP studio, others in the $600 - $800 range. Anyone out there with some $1000+ or $2000+ guitars? Is there really something special about those high end guitars? or do you think its all about the player and not his gear?

I want to be able to play my amp louder when I record it with a mic, without disturbing my roomates upstairs too much. If I put a blanket over the amp while Im recording it (or put it in the closet/bathroom whatever with a blanket) to make it quieter to the rest of the house will the tone I...

Anyone know if they're ok? I know its a cheap mixer, but has anyone had any experience with them or can compare them to something better, or better in the same price range?

A short demo song using my new ZVex Fuzz Factory, the song is called 'fuzzfactory'. 'fuzzfactory2' is the same but with a more intense guitar sound on the last bit http://www.soundclick.com/bluesun

I just recently got a mic and have started using it on my guitar amp instead of just recording DI. The thing is I can't play my amp very loud where I am so my question is: 1. Should mic'ing an amp sound alot better vs. DI? (at ideal recording volumes, I assume it does) 2. Will mic'ing a...

Hey Im just looking for some honest criticism of a 'song' I recorded. Its an 'every instrument played by me' overdub thing, no lyrics. Tell me what you think of the mix, the arrangement, anything. Don;t just say "awesome song man!" I want real feedback. Oh the drums are not exactly perfect I...