Recent content by RKB

My "studio" is in my finished basement, unfortunately, in a corner. I've put up blankets and whatnot, and have acoustic tile in the ceiling, but my speakers sound too hot on the highs. (Alesis, near-field, can't remember the model). So I inserted a graphic EQ between the output of the mixer...

My room... hmm, that's an interesting question. It's in my basement, and I've hung sheets on the walls to try to dampen the sound. I'm using Alesis monitors. I'm not at home now, so I can't provide more specifics. Unless there's a known issue with Alesis monitors being heavy on highs. I...

My standard method for evaluation is to mix the song, and download it to my ipod and then compare it to commercial recordings. I use quality ear buds, and figure that I've got a standard for comparison. Sounds like the concensus is to make the mix sound as good as possible, and leave mastering...

I've tried to "tune" the room, and have gotten closer, but don't have the right mic. I've got a spectrum analyzer, but need the right mic. As for CIRO's comments, I don't really need to cut anything. It's a matter of adding highs to the mix/master. Is there a standard "curve" on a spectrum...

Hmmm... I usually record the samples "raw" and then modify the EQ to make them sound compatible and recognizable in the mix. I guess I've found it easier to work with the sounds in the mix after they've been recorded by adding EQ, FX and panning to fill up the stereo spectrum. My problem...

I have a midi studio, so everything I record is sequenced and comes from some kind of sound module (roland JV-2050 primarily). I've noticed that the mixed I produce and then transfer to my ipod are significantly duller than commercial recordings. I realize I can't create the kind of "energy"...

Has anyone ever used vari-pitch on a VS-series mixer? I want to include an effect on a song that would have been simple on tape: slowing the whole thing down then speeding it back up to normal speed. Is there a way to use vari-pitch to record this slow down, or is there a different way?

The Finalizer is a rack unit by TC Electronics designed for mastering applications. It has dozens of pre-set mastering settings, so I usually select, for example, CD Mastering, and it gives me the defaults which I can then tweak as needed. Includes multi-band compressor and EQ, as well as...

I recently upgraded from 3 linked VS-880's to a VS-2480CD. I really like the sound quality, although in some respects the VS-880 was easier to navigate. (I use the LCD panel instead of the built-in display, but the manual references only the built-in display and on-board buttons) My question...

I want my sampled guitar chords to sound as real as possible. As a keyboardist, I can arrange the notes in a chord any way I want. But I realize that because of a 6-string limit, guitar chords are pretty structured and consistent. Does anyone know where I can get a chart or something that...

Bought the P90 Thanks everyone for your great input. I went ahead and bought the P90 and hooked it up last night. The feel is fantastic, and I'm very happy with the piano sounds (compared to the samples I've used in the past, it's like night and day) Now I have to rearrange my studio set up...

I've already got a decent keyboard controller and sound modules, I'm not looking to shell out several thousands of dollars for a new multi-function piece of equipment. I do, however, desparately need a decent piano sample on a keyboard with weighted keys. Right now, I'm looking at both the...

Sorry. Everything I do is MIDI. I have several sound modules and a couple of keyboards. Right now, I use Cakewalk on my PC to sequence everything. Then, I track everything over to the VS-studios and mix and finalize from there. I have a Midiman serial controller connected to my PC to...

Ok, experts. Up to now, I've been doing everything on my Roland V-studios. I've only introduced the computer at the end, to burn the discs. I'm looking at buying a new computer, and want to move as much to the PC as possible. My question is: what do I need? For example, is Pro-Tools the...

Smell But will a damp cloth remove the smell? These are Audio-Technical ATH-M40s with the foam pads.