Mixers
In this interview of Grammy-Award winning producer of John Congleton by Sonic Scoop’s Justin Colletti, Congleton dives into the particulars of making St. Vincent’s eponymous record, the importance of making mixing decisions in the tracking phase, and taking one’s ego out of the production process. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the wide selection of other instructional and informative videos at BandH.com.
Following on the success of the DL-Series mixers, Mackie has produced a new small-form mixer aimed at solo performers, small bands, and commercial applications. The ProDX Series combines the mixing tools and wireless connectivity from their larger “DL” brethren, but in an incredibly compact enclosure with an intuitive design that is easy to learn and operate. The compact size slips
Delving into the specifics of a mixing technique synonymous with pop and EDM, Sonic Scoop’s Justin Colletti explains exactly what sidechain compression is, when to use it, and how to do so effectively with stock Pro Tools plug-ins. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the wide selection of other instructional and informative videos at BandH.com.
Justin Colletti, from our partners at Sonic Scoop, sits down and delves into the intermediate mixing technique known as serial compression, or stacking multiple compressors on a single source. Colletti first explains some theory behind using a faster attack compressor in front of a slower-acting compressor, and then gives examples of how this technique sounds on drums and bass, two types of tracks that typically benefit from some compression. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the wide selection of other
In the past few years, renewed interest in analog synthesis has led to a flurry of new synths from boutique and larger manufacturers alike, and Korg is no exception. With recent new releases such as the Volca series, and well-received reissues like their ARP Odyssey and MS-20 Mini, Korg has definitely been on the pulse of the analog renaissance. Now, it continues the trend with the introduction of the
With each passing year, the quality of power supplies, preamplifiers, analog-to-digital converters, and DSP technology improves. We are fortunate to live in a time where there is now a wide variety of digital mixers available for live sound and theater applications. This overview will explore some of the products currently available from several manufacturers, and the unique features they offer.
Allen and Heath
GLD-80 and GLD-112 The Allen and Heath GLD series of digital mixers is built upon the company’s high-end iLive series of mixers
Mixing is a polarizing issue. For some, it’s the most exciting part of the music-making process. Others lament it is a necessary evil they wish to avoid at all costs (and often do, at the cost of paying someone else to mix for them).
Regardless of how you feel about mixing, it’s inarguably an important and demanding process, one that requires you skillfully balance science and art—both of which are key components to a great-sounding mix.
In this article, we’ll be focusing more on the science side of things, specifically how to set up your room
by Andrew Eisele and Nicholas Messitte ·Posted
Regardless of your experience level or focus of expertise, B&H has many fun and inspiring audio tools to help boost your creativity. Space is at a premium in the bedroom or dorm, and most students will want to be mobile, so here’s a list of cool products that are small and easy on the wallet.
Audio Interface
One of the most important pieces of technology you will need is an audio interface, which is a device that records and plays back audio from your computer. Most interfaces will have a microphone preamp, instrument input, and line input
The drum machine is one of the most misunderstood of all musical inventions. Relentless in its metronomic precision, the humble beat box provides a flawless rhythm section that never tires of playing the same four-bar loop and never, ever, argues over “musical differences” with the rest of the band. But for all their dependable service over the years, some consider these obedient machines as the epitome of all that is lifeless, artificial, and robotic in music. One frustrated Los Angeles musician even mounted a misguided campaign some years