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Ok. Ok. What I should have said was.. Read as much as you can. I'm always looking for articles and such. Learning from others can help your skills to improve a lot faster than if you have to learn evrything the hard way, (although that is the surest way to learn, hard lessons you remember longest right?) Any real skill is going to come from lots of trial and error, and what works for one may not for another, but there is a ton of info out there to give you a good starting point. Plus, the guys on the BBS can provide a wealth of information.
 
badgerer said:
Really cool posts guys, with a couple of exceptions. I wanted this to be a helpful thread, not a flame war. c7sus, I know he was bein an ass but PM the guy if you wanna argue with him please! Back to the original topic?
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Flame war? Did I miss something? Have you ever seen a "flame war"? Is it possible to have a "PM flame war"? Seems kinda like having a boxing match in the dark to me...:confused:
 
For me the single most important thing I've learned is that cutting is usually better than boosting when applying EQ (and obviously only when needed). There have been lots of other nuggests I've learned but I think that one thing and making a point to apply it has helped me more than anything so far.


Dave O.
 
Weeeeeeellllll... I hear the tiniest n bit of echo when I clap, but it is almost all coming from the direction of the door. When I plug in the condenser mics, though, there is definitely more. I guess the never ending list of gear will have to include some major acoustic treatments at some point down the road.

c7sus , I am not sure if you said you were going in this direction or not (too late to read again, and the squirrells are all an issue...), but from where I personally stand, different price points in acoustic treatments could be the missing link.

I can only use the analogy of guitars, but when someone has NO guitar, the Applause (guitar) is pretty attractive, and quite useful. Over time, your ears, your playing, not to mention your budget and standards get better. At some point, the Applause is just not enough, and the low end Martin which costs 2X as much is where you are at.


I guess my question/point would be, if you could make some low cost solutions that help someone out, but addmittedly are not the be all end all solution, maybe you could get more business/help more people, etc. Just a thought. Whaddaya think, tho?
 
Oh, and my helpful hint to contribute would be to learn the keyboard shorcuts of any and all computer programs you use in recording. They save incredible amounts of time.
 
Believe it or not...I have found a "POP" filter to be a very handy tool when using the mic for any reason. Whether it be vocals, snare, OH's, etc.
 
statecap said:
Believe it or not...I have found a "POP" filter to be a very handy tool when using the mic for any reason. Whether it be vocals, snare, OH's, etc.
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pop filters seem incredibly expensive, aren't tights over a coat hanger just as effective?
 
badgerer said:
pop filters seem incredibly expensive, aren't tights over a coat hanger just as effective?
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I use those .99 needlepoint hoops and old (but clean) tights or nylons.
 
When trying to achieve a better sound try moving the mic around first- don't reach for the eq right away!! Just a small tip that can save you alot of time. Mic placement is more crucial than anything. Also make sure you spend the money on a good mic. I say at least 20% of total studio budget should be set aside for mic/pres.
 
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