Recent content by Chaotic

I havent been on this board in a while, but for good reasons, Ive been busy. Im in the process of getting a bunch of things off the ground. One of those things is a little side business I've started, building vocal booths, desks/racks, acoustic treatments and other assorted studio goodies...

Here's the deal. I need to record various live percussion (djembe, congas, bongos, cymbals, tambourine, cowbell) over my programmed beats. My style of hiphop is grimey and warm, like Madlib, Portishead, WuTang. So Im NOT looking for that pristine Scott Storch, Dr Dre sound. Whats the best...

Im looking to purchase a module, hopefully in the $500 (used) range. I dont need anymore synth sounds, dont care about a sequencer or a sampler. I just want awesome quality real instrument sounds: most importantly vibes, bass guitar, piano, harp, strings, horns. what are your suggestions? I...

Im tracking a female vocalist this weekend. She raps and sings, her voice is similar to Esthero. I normally record male hip hop vocals and the SM7 works great for that. I was wondering if anyone had experience using the SM7 on female vocals, or if I should pick up a Studio Projects C1 before the...

Anyone use one? Should I get one? I primarily do hip hop. I was going for an Avalon 737. But I really would like to have 2 channels, to run keys, beats, etc. through it. And I definately cant afford 2 737's. Any opinions or other suggestions????

I would like to get some recommendations on which mic / pre (or channel strip) combos are good for recording hip hop vocals, in high mid and low price ranges. I primarily do male hip hop vocals, but also use female singers here and there. So versitile is good. Im using protools LE with the...