When it comes to recording live musicians, few instruments are as misunderstood or mysterious as the drums.
The drum kit presents a complexity that just doesn’t exist when recording other instruments, simply because of the sheer number of components that make up even the most basic drum setup, as well Read more...
Pro Tool’s Beat Detective is a powerful tool to have under your belt. From editing audio and MIDI tracks, to generating complete tempo maps and groove templates based on a performance, Beat Detective can be a real life and time saver.
Contrary to popular belief, the results need not be Read more...
SonicScoop editor Justin Colletti sits down with Chris Zane, producer/engineer for The Walkmen, Passion Pit, Asobi Seksu, St. Lucia, Ambulance LTD, Tokyo Police Club, Nelly Furtado, and many more.
In this part of their interview series with B&H they talk best strategies for tracking and mixing drums and guitar. Stay Read more...
We all know how important your drums are to your track. They’re the foundation of your groove, they’re what makes your listener dance. Limp drums can suck the life right out of a song, while a banging drum kit can take a production from good to great.
There’s a ton Read more...
In this exclusive video series for SonicScoop, Producer/Engineer Matty Amendola takes you behind the scenes to share his signature techniques for crafting a great mix.
Working in a true hybrid analog/digital setup, he demonstrates a wealth of tips, tricks, and fresh ideas. In easy-to-follow fashion, Amendola walks you through the Read more...
