The Proximity Effect
The Proximity Effect in audio is defined as an increase in bass or low frequency response when a sound source is close to a directional or cardioid microphone.
In this video Bryan shows you visually what the proximity effect is and how you can use it to your advantage.
If your vocalist or sound source is too close to the microphone it will result in a big, boomy recording. If your vocalist or sound source is too far away, it will result in thin, roomy vocals. The goal is to find the sweet spot where the vocal sits properly in the mix, making the mix engineer's job (in many cases this is YOU) much, much easier.
Yamaha Reface CP + Hologram Electronics Microcosm Jam
This week we caught Bryan jamming and producing a new song live in Studio B with his Yamaha Reface CP, Hologram Electronics Microcosm pedal and Ableton Live. Along with a drum loop, Bryan is also live programming a bass line and other parts in Ableton. Feel free to drop a comment if you have any questions about this setup, the gear used or if you would like to book a session at our studio.
Gear Used in Video:
Audio
Apple Macbook Pro 16"
Universal Audio Apollo Twin X
Yamaha Reface CP
Ableton Live 11 Suite
Hologram Electronics Microcosm
Arturia Minimoog Plugin
Video
Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4k
Sigma Lenses
Edelkrone Slider + Pan/Tilt Head
Why Do I Have So Much Latency?
I hear the same question often. Why do I have so much latency when I’m recording? Today I will show you a few simple settings in Pro Tools, that can be applied to any other DAW software, to minimize latency while recording.
Watch the video to learn how!
Mic Comparison: Bock 251 vs Shure SM7b
In this video we have one of our very talented Resident Engineers, Didi. He is going to sing a few verses for us while we compare the $6,000 Bock 251 to the $400 Shure SM7b. While these are 2 completely different microphones, it is great to hear the difference and see that it is possible to get amazing recordings even with more budget friendly gear.
How To Easily Sync Audio To Video In Premiere Pro And Improve Audio Quality
In this video I will show you how to properly record audio to an external device and then easily sync it in Premiere Pro in a few very simple steps. I will also show you a simple way to record audio directly to your camera and avoid syncing all together.
I know this is a daunting task for some people, but this separates pro videos from mediocre videos. Don’t be afraid to tackle this task, it is SO much easier than you think!
How To Clean Up Noisy Vocal Tracks
Sometimes as audio engineers we are sent tracks to mix that the artist recorded themselves at home. Unfortunately when things like vocals or guitars are recorded in a home environment there can be lots of noise in the background like refrigerators, air conditioners and noises from outside the house. One of the best tools I have found for effectively cleaning up these noises quickly is Izotope Voice De-noise. Today we are going to talk about How to clean up dirty tracks. We are going to take a vocal track with way too much noise in the background and clean it up to make it usable.
Shure SM57
Today we’re going to talk about one of the most legendary, widely used microphones, the Shure SM57. We will compare this microphone to 2 other microphones. Check out the video to see how it compares!
Top 5 Software Instruments
In this video Bryan will walk you through some of his favorite software instruments and how he likes to use them!
Vocal Delay Throws
In this video Bryan will show you how to take a simple vocal track and add some vocal delay throws to fill it out and make it more interesting by using a few simple techniques!
MIXING KICKS
Today we are going to take a bland, flabby kick and turn it into a fat punchy kick. In this video Bryan will show you how to take a simple kick and give it some life by using a few simple techniques!
Turn A Vocal Sample Into A Synth Pad Instrument
In this video Bryan will show you a basic sound design technique which will allow you to use a vocal sample and turn it into a synth pad sound. Almost any kind of sample material can be turned into an instrument. Watch the tutorial, play around with this, and have fun. We’d love to see what you come up with!
Industry Insights: 5 Ways To Reach A Larger Audience As A Musician Artist
Check out this video to learn about 5 ways you can increase your fanbase as a musician!
Ghostly Reverse Reverb
In the spirit of Halloween, our Head of Video Production/Resident Engineer, Bryan, brings you a spooky tutorial on how to create your own ghostly reverse reverb trick to level up your mixes and productions. Check out this video as Bryan walks you through how to compose a supernatural sounding effect with a few simple tips and tricks just in time for spooky season!
Live @ 5:35. Quick chat about masking and the stereo spectrum.
Testing a new streaming setup here at the studio!
Ignant Benches - Sandman- Live at Signature Sound Studios
Fashion Jackson - Honey- Live at Signature Sound - Grom Tunes
Grom Tunes-Fashion Jackson live at Signature Sound Studios
Agent Of Good Sound with Christian Cummings
Drum Tracking Session with Patrick and Morgan
Voice Over Fridays with Deborah Reeves
Christian Cummings - Agent Of Good Sound
