author Larry Crane
subject Audio, Mixing, Music Production, Audio Engineering, Microphones
software Pro Tools 10
level Intermediate
duration 2h 21m
released Jun 13, 2013
Get a glimpse behind the studio curtain and see music recording secrets in action. Producer/engineer and Tape Op magazine founder/editor Larry Crane takes you inside of his Jackpot! Recording Studio in Portland, Oregon, and demonstrates the recording techniques he has used when working with musicians such as She & Him, The Decemberists, Elliott Smith, Jenny Lewis, The Go-Betweens, and Sleater-Kinney. This course is a rare opportunity to learn practical techniques from a celebrated audio engineer.

First, Larry introduces basic signal flow techniques that will improve any recorded sound. Then he explains some of his recording secrets, like how to capture acoustic guitars and vocals at the same time, how to choose the best microphone for a vocalist, and how to use stereo mics and room placement to create an ensemble sound on a single performer.
Topics include:

-Understanding input signal path
-Gain staging
-Checking phase on a drum kit
-Miking snare drums
-Comparing vocal mics
-Recording live acoustic guitar with vocals
-Using distortion with bass guitar
-Finding the best drum placement in rooms
-Recording upright piano
-Creating your own style

http://www.lynda.com/Music-Production-tutorials/Music-Production-Secrets-Larry-Crane-Recording/121906-2.html

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