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Recording horns doesn't have to be hard or expensive. Join Andrew in his living room as he demonstrates the basics of recording solo horns and a 3-piece horn section at home. Starting with the humble Shure SM57 all the way up to top-shelf condenser microphones, you'll hear how all these mic types sound on a selection of woodwind and brass instruments.
0:00 - Intro
0:28 - What makes live horns so special?
1:07 - Mic Placement & Gain Levels
2:37 - Shure SM57
3:44 - Other Dynamic Mics
5:26 - Ribbon Mics
7:14 - Condenser Mics
8:44 - Tube
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There's no doubt that the C-800G is a legendary mic for vocals, especially for pop, R&B, and rap. But did you know that it sounds great from a wide range of sources? Join Andrew as he shows off the capabilities of Sony's flagship microphone on guitars, bass, Fender Rhodes, piano, drum room, and yeah, some vocals.
0:00 - In This Video
0:23 - Full Band Demo
1:32 - What Makes The C-800G Unique?
2:25 - Isolated Vocals
2:59 - Polar Patterns
3:22 - Isolated Acoustic Guitar
3:57 - Isolated Electric Guitar
4:35 - Isolated Fender Rhodes Suitcase
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In this video, Kevin breaks down the dos and don'ts of planning your first recording session at a commercial studio. He'll break down budgets, logistics, and everything you'll need to have the best experience possible.
0:00 - Intro
0:35 - How to Choose the Right Studio for You
2:11 - Pre-Production
3:34 - Understanding Roles
6:03 - Studio Etiquette
6:53 - Budgeting & Pricing Estimates
10:46 - Most Importantly
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Join Kevin for our first episode of Studio Tours. In this episode, he visits Sound On Sound Studios in Montclair, NJ, where he works as a Staff Engineer. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of a professional recording studio. They've not only worked with artists like Rihanna, Bruce Springsteen, and Jay-Z, but also orchestras and Broadway cast LPs.
0:00 - Where Are We?
0:49 - The Interview
8:13 - Studio A Control Room
13:38 - Studio A Live Room
17:46 - Studio B Dolby Atomos Tour
24:54 - Final Thoughts
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Kevin breaks down various setups you can use when recording vocals at home, from entry-level to high-end. The first step: understanding basic room acoustics. You'll also learn how microphones work, how to gain stage properly, and much more. Thank you to @mattrelevo for joining us!
0:00 - What We're Covering
0:44 - Treating The Room
1:36 - Audio Interface
2:54 - Dynamic vs Condenser Mic
4:01 - Basic, Bare-Bones Setup
12:30 - Home Studio Setup
17:10 - High-End, Professional Setup
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DPA Microphones' 4099 is already a beloved instrument mic, so how does the CORE+ version improve on what was already impressive? Andrew and Gabe are joined by Marco Panascia at the Atomic Sound recording studio to put this supercardioid microphone to the test. As always, we will share the final track as well as the raw, unprocessed audio.
0:00 - Overview & Today's Recording Session
1:01 - Demo
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The Universal Audio Volt 876 USB-C Audio Interface is another one of their products that brings an analog sound to our digital age. Andrew records a track using this eight-channel audio interface, showing you how the various modes can affect your track's sound.
0:00 - About
0:30 - Song Demo - "Cat's Meow"
1:53 - Inputs & Preamps
2:14 - Vintage Mode & 76 Compressor
2:47 - Recording Drums
3:10 - Assitive Auto-Gain
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Audio engineers, producers, and musicians have long celebrated Universal Audio’s venerable Apollo X line of audio interfaces, and now they have another reason to cheer—introducing the all-new Apollo X Gen 2.
Universal Audio Apollo X Gen 2
Practically every configuration in the Apollo X line has gotten a refresh
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Andrew Swift is at Mackie's NAMM 2024 booth to show you the brand’s latest podcasting, streaming, and live performance gear!
0:00 - Introduction
0:13 - DLZ Creator XS
3:13 - MainStream
4:12 - ShowBox
5:34 - MobileMix
6:58 - ProFX V3+
What do you think of Mackie’s latest products? Kickstart the conversation in the Comments section, below.
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Andrew Swift and Gabe Richards demo the Universal Audio SC-1 Standard Condenser Microphone with Hemisphere Mic Modeling. For those of you seeking a large diaphragm condenser mic that is affordable and sounds great, the Universal Audio SC-1 might be for you!
0:00 - In This Video
1:03 - About the SC-1
2:27 - Sound Test
4:15 - Hemisphere Mic Model in Action
6:07 - What Do You Think?
Will you be
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Pre-production is a crucial step in filmmaking that ensures your creative vision is captured on set. In this video, Jabari Holder, Doug Guerra, and Gabriel Richards talk about how their pre-production process affected their short film shoot and post-production.
0:00 - Today's Film Shoot
2:17 - ARRI Alexa 35
4:50 - Lenses & Accessories
8:17 - Lighting
9:36 - Audio
10:35 - Video Shoot
14:49 - Video Editing
16:40 - Audio Editing
18:13 - Final Film
20:51 - Final Thoughts
What does your pre-production process look like? Let us know in the
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Andrew Swift reports on the Earthworks ETHOS, a broadcast condenser mic made for voice-overs, podcasts, broadcasts, and narration. No matter how your voice sounds, the ETHOS is designed to capture it faithfully!
What do you think of the Earthworks ETHOS mic? Is this one for your gear locker? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
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If you want the Sony C-800G condenser mic sound without the price, then look no further! Let’s take a look at how Sony’s C-80 and C-100 sound, in a real-world scenario.
0:00 - Introduction
2:10 - Real-World Test
4:09 - Processing
4:46 - Physical Specs and Accessories
5:38 - Which Mic is for You?
Thank you to Engine Room Audio NYC for allowing us to record at their studio.
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Looking to add video to your podcast? Gabe Richards shares tips and gear suggestions for a variety of setups and people, such as those not comfortable being on camera, those using smartphones, those looking for a budget-friendly camera, and more.
0:00 - Introduction
1:05 - Video Alternatives
2:35 - Lighting and Set Design Ideas
4:49 - Smartphone Cameras and Webcams
6:29 - Beginner Cameras
8:11 - Video Capture Cards
9:10 - Editing, Briefly
11:18 - Multi-Camera Setup
12:30 - Final Thoughts
Will you be adding a video component to your podcast?
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Join Andrew Swift in the studio as he compares the Audio-Technica AT2020USB-XP to the AT2040USB. He explains which microphone is better for livestreaming, podcasting, filming YouTube videos, and recording music.
0:00 - In this Video
0:37 - Condenser vs. Dynamic
1:20 - Acoustic Instrument Test
1:43 - AT2020USB-XP Ambient Noise Reduction Test
2:55 - AT2020USB-XP Automatic Gain Control Test
3:41 - What is the AT2040USB Good For?
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