Recording Music Software - The Post-Production Factor
By Tom S Smith
After all the instrumentation and vocal work on the recording music software has been finalized and is at complete satisfactory by the musician, the next stage is Post-Production. This can be split into enhancing the sound of the instruments and then the vocals. One of the most typical and common way to enhance the guitar is the implementation of distortion, with the right amount of compression, which is in terms of direct injection, can bring around sustain to the sound and smooths out the distortion too. Another effect that can definitely enhance the sound of the instrument is adding delay, echo or reverb; these provide a front-back aural dimension. For vocals, reverb is the last aspect added to the voice, where it must follow level correction. Delay can add such a spacey and atmospheric feel to the guitar, providing a unique sound to a certain riff, it completely changes the overall feel of a song. Stereo Chorus is another effect that provides left-right aural dimension.
The many ways that recording music software can change the outlook of vocals is outstanding. There is a method in the software called pitch correction, which makes sure that the vocals are constantly in perfect pitch. Level correction is where a certain note in the vocals becomes an anomaly compared to the scale of notes within the part, level correction makes sure that "hot" clips such as this are toned down a level. EQ (Equalization) correction is done if some instrument parts are not as compromising in terms of volume to other parts, this aspect makes sure that all parts are equal and clear as each other. This step is not usually implemented until all instrumentation are added into the production of the recording.
With some Recording Music Software (such as Ableton Live), there is the option of distributing the finalised recording as a digital format (.wav or .mp3 format), this comes as a huge advantage for music software over other recording equipment, normalization is also present when the conversion takes place, allowing the volume of the file is increased by the maximum factor which keeps all sounds within the mandatory 16-bit bandwidth. Post-production has become more domesticated since the release of recording music software, and the prospect of you distributing mp3's of your music to the world is one step away when you obtain recording music software, the most cost-effective and flexible way of recording your own unique sound.
Tom Smith
Musician and experienced user of Recording Music Software http://www.RecordingMusicSoftware.org
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14 June 2009
Funk, Soul and Rhythm and Blues
Funk, Soul and Rhythm and Blues
By Tex Johnson
In 1970, a new strand of Rhythm and Blues (R&B) was hitting the airwaves, funk music. Rhythm and Blues artists like Little Richard, James Brown, Parliament Funkadelic, and the Meters helped to pave the way to R&B Funk topping record charts and filling nightclubs with a funky new beat.
Psychedelic soul hit the music industry in the late 60's giving the R&Bs a blend of rock and soul with that had an upbeat tempo that one could move their feet to on the dance floor. It was the crack that led to the opening to funk and disco a few years later.
Funk music could be classified as a mixture of soul music with a dash of jazz, and R&B, with a strong rhythmic groove built from the electric bass, drums, and the electric guitar. They often have a strong horn section as well where the sax added the soul and the trumpets and trombone accented the rhythmic beats.
When taking a trip down funk music memory lane you can't help think back to the 70's artists such as Rufus feat, Chaka Khan, Earth, Wind & Fire, Eric Burdon & War, Tower of Power, Average White Band, The Commodores, and Kool & the Gang. The thing with funk music back in the 70's and still today is that no one band or artists was bound to just that one style of music. These same artist and many more also played other genres of music such as disco and rare soul music. Funk just opened the doors to new venues as well as new genres of music such as disco beats, hip hop, and go-go and punk music.
By the early 80's funk took on a bit more of a spin and became more sultry and sexual in content with the help of artists such as Prince. After all, the initial oncoming of funk was based off the idea of getting your groove on or sexual intercourse to be more direct. A song would start with a slow rhythmic groove working up to a harder, pounding, and more insistent and demanding rhythm.
The 80's also brought musical instrument changes to the traditional funk sounds with the exchange from live horn sections to synth keyboards, organs and pianos were replaced with electronic machines and synthesizers as well. Even the drums were replaced by electronics taking a good part of the show out of funk today. Lyrics that used to be innuendos of sexual content have become straight out obvious sexual content.
The late 80's and early 90's brought funk into yet another light as rock bands started incorporating funk sounds to their venue calling it funk rock or funk metal. However through all the changes of Funk R&B influences that earlier performs such as James Brown, Sly and the Family Stone, George Clinton and Parliament-Funkadelic, Curtis Mayfield, The Meters, The Funk Brothers, and Bootsy Collins still remain.
Tex Johnson runs the highly popular R&B and Rare Soul Grooves website featuring Soul Music TV. Want to watch FREE 24 hour Soul music Internet TV and receive 4 FREE Rare Soul CD Samplers?
Then visit: http://www.raresoulgrooves.com/artists
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Tex_Johnson
By Tex Johnson
In 1970, a new strand of Rhythm and Blues (R&B) was hitting the airwaves, funk music. Rhythm and Blues artists like Little Richard, James Brown, Parliament Funkadelic, and the Meters helped to pave the way to R&B Funk topping record charts and filling nightclubs with a funky new beat.
Psychedelic soul hit the music industry in the late 60's giving the R&Bs a blend of rock and soul with that had an upbeat tempo that one could move their feet to on the dance floor. It was the crack that led to the opening to funk and disco a few years later.
Funk music could be classified as a mixture of soul music with a dash of jazz, and R&B, with a strong rhythmic groove built from the electric bass, drums, and the electric guitar. They often have a strong horn section as well where the sax added the soul and the trumpets and trombone accented the rhythmic beats.
When taking a trip down funk music memory lane you can't help think back to the 70's artists such as Rufus feat, Chaka Khan, Earth, Wind & Fire, Eric Burdon & War, Tower of Power, Average White Band, The Commodores, and Kool & the Gang. The thing with funk music back in the 70's and still today is that no one band or artists was bound to just that one style of music. These same artist and many more also played other genres of music such as disco and rare soul music. Funk just opened the doors to new venues as well as new genres of music such as disco beats, hip hop, and go-go and punk music.
By the early 80's funk took on a bit more of a spin and became more sultry and sexual in content with the help of artists such as Prince. After all, the initial oncoming of funk was based off the idea of getting your groove on or sexual intercourse to be more direct. A song would start with a slow rhythmic groove working up to a harder, pounding, and more insistent and demanding rhythm.
The 80's also brought musical instrument changes to the traditional funk sounds with the exchange from live horn sections to synth keyboards, organs and pianos were replaced with electronic machines and synthesizers as well. Even the drums were replaced by electronics taking a good part of the show out of funk today. Lyrics that used to be innuendos of sexual content have become straight out obvious sexual content.
The late 80's and early 90's brought funk into yet another light as rock bands started incorporating funk sounds to their venue calling it funk rock or funk metal. However through all the changes of Funk R&B influences that earlier performs such as James Brown, Sly and the Family Stone, George Clinton and Parliament-Funkadelic, Curtis Mayfield, The Meters, The Funk Brothers, and Bootsy Collins still remain.
Tex Johnson runs the highly popular R&B and Rare Soul Grooves website featuring Soul Music TV. Want to watch FREE 24 hour Soul music Internet TV and receive 4 FREE Rare Soul CD Samplers?
Then visit: http://www.raresoulgrooves.com/artists
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Tex_Johnson
13 June 2009
Your Computer Recording Studio
Your Computer Recording Studio
By Alan J Orr
To get started, you will need three things. The most expensive tool, I'm sure you already own.
A computer. You can buy a digital hardware deck, but this article will be talking about home digital recording with your computer. The computer should have a fast processor, as much ram as possible, and a large hard drive. I recommend at least 1 gig of memory and of course up to 4 gig would be even better. The more ram you have, the more tracks you can record and monitor, and the more effects you can use.
The next thing you will need is an interface. This is a hardware device that allows you to plug in instruments or microphones as well as midi controllers such as keyboards. An interface can cost as little as $75.00 or as much as $2000 or more. Don't worry though if your just starting out, an interface just over $100. will probably do nicely. You can even search eBay and find one for as little as $20. Hey! That's the same amount of money I can get for my $500. Tascam!
The only real considerations here are what ports you need to connect to your computer, and how many instruments you want to record at the same time. If you have USB ports on your computer, a USB interface would be a logical choice. Firewire is another option. Are you going to record a band, many instruments at once, or are you just looking to record your voice and guitar. This will tell you how many inputs you will need. If you are planning to just record yourself and your guitar, an interface with two to four inputs will be sufficient. If you are just interested in recording "real" instruments, just an audio interface will be fine. I do however suggest that you consider MIDI inputs as well. Midi is a great way to add new instruments or backing instruments to your music. The only other consideration at this point is if you are planning to record with Digidesigns Pro Tools. Pro Tools requires specific interfaces, while the others do not.
To summarize, at this point you need a decent computer and an audio/midi interface. Assuming you have the computer, your total investment so far is approximately $150. Possibly much less.
Next you need a Digital Audio Workstation. This is the software equivalent of a mutl-track recorder and mixer. These are programs such as Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Cubase, Sonar, Samplitude and others. These programs usually come in a couple of editions. The limited edition, and the whole enchilada editions. In the limited editions you are usually limited to a certain number of tracks, while in the super edition the tracks are greater or unlimited. The limited editions usually offer less effects and other goodies, while the super edition is loaded. Even the lighter versions however will let you record your music in cd quality or better! Examples of the lighter editions are Cubase LE, Sonar Home Studio, Sony Acid Music Studio, and Samplitude Se, or Samplitude Music Studio. If money is no object, you will want the top of the line Pro Tools, Cubase, Sonar, or Samplitude. The lighter versions usually sell for under $100. The top of the line workstations can cost thousands.
Once you have the interface and the workstation software, you are ready! Of course you will need decent monitor speakers, and hopefully a large amount of talent.
Alan Orr is a musician of over thirty years and a digital composer living in the mountains of New York State. This will be a series of articles on the subject of home digital recording. The next will focus on the Digital Audio Workstation software. You can find an easy guide to home digital recording at http://www.hotconcept.net You will cover all the essentials, from what you need to start, to quantizing your music, all in a couple of hours. http://www.hotconcept.net
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Alan_J_Orr
By Alan J Orr
To get started, you will need three things. The most expensive tool, I'm sure you already own.
A computer. You can buy a digital hardware deck, but this article will be talking about home digital recording with your computer. The computer should have a fast processor, as much ram as possible, and a large hard drive. I recommend at least 1 gig of memory and of course up to 4 gig would be even better. The more ram you have, the more tracks you can record and monitor, and the more effects you can use.
The next thing you will need is an interface. This is a hardware device that allows you to plug in instruments or microphones as well as midi controllers such as keyboards. An interface can cost as little as $75.00 or as much as $2000 or more. Don't worry though if your just starting out, an interface just over $100. will probably do nicely. You can even search eBay and find one for as little as $20. Hey! That's the same amount of money I can get for my $500. Tascam!
The only real considerations here are what ports you need to connect to your computer, and how many instruments you want to record at the same time. If you have USB ports on your computer, a USB interface would be a logical choice. Firewire is another option. Are you going to record a band, many instruments at once, or are you just looking to record your voice and guitar. This will tell you how many inputs you will need. If you are planning to just record yourself and your guitar, an interface with two to four inputs will be sufficient. If you are just interested in recording "real" instruments, just an audio interface will be fine. I do however suggest that you consider MIDI inputs as well. Midi is a great way to add new instruments or backing instruments to your music. The only other consideration at this point is if you are planning to record with Digidesigns Pro Tools. Pro Tools requires specific interfaces, while the others do not.
To summarize, at this point you need a decent computer and an audio/midi interface. Assuming you have the computer, your total investment so far is approximately $150. Possibly much less.
Next you need a Digital Audio Workstation. This is the software equivalent of a mutl-track recorder and mixer. These are programs such as Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Cubase, Sonar, Samplitude and others. These programs usually come in a couple of editions. The limited edition, and the whole enchilada editions. In the limited editions you are usually limited to a certain number of tracks, while in the super edition the tracks are greater or unlimited. The limited editions usually offer less effects and other goodies, while the super edition is loaded. Even the lighter versions however will let you record your music in cd quality or better! Examples of the lighter editions are Cubase LE, Sonar Home Studio, Sony Acid Music Studio, and Samplitude Se, or Samplitude Music Studio. If money is no object, you will want the top of the line Pro Tools, Cubase, Sonar, or Samplitude. The lighter versions usually sell for under $100. The top of the line workstations can cost thousands.
Once you have the interface and the workstation software, you are ready! Of course you will need decent monitor speakers, and hopefully a large amount of talent.
Alan Orr is a musician of over thirty years and a digital composer living in the mountains of New York State. This will be a series of articles on the subject of home digital recording. The next will focus on the Digital Audio Workstation software. You can find an easy guide to home digital recording at http://www.hotconcept.net You will cover all the essentials, from what you need to start, to quantizing your music, all in a couple of hours. http://www.hotconcept.net
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Alan_J_Orr
12 June 2009
Produce Music - Tips to Optimize Set-up Recording
Produce Music - Tips to Optimize Set-up Recording
By Grace Antoinette
When it comes to gain advantages of your music production, your passion to achieve the best kind of sound you need during the recording process needs special attention.
In this article, I hope that you could enjoy the tips how to set-up recording to make your effort worthwhile.
Before you buy new music production software, check whether the product is compliant with your computer system or not. A few months ago I changed my XP2 Windows to window Vista system and it was really so frustrating, because my usually used music software suddenly would not run.
A compressor in-line with a tape, PC desktop or digital recorder could improve the sound quality. To optimize your result, a little compression of the ratio 1 to 1.5 is perfect to try out. This will give you freedom to record as loud as possible without distortion.
It is necessary to make backup copies of your recordings regularly. Making backups of your valuable whole song album or your new tune recording save lots of time.
Problems usually occur during the recording process. Therefore, it is important to clean and set-up your recording gear regularly. You should also prepare extra strings and a tuner in case you have to change strings of the instruments.
The microphone and the distance
The placement of the microphones is very important. Make sure that the distance between the source and microphones could build clear sound contour.
If you place the microphone, close to the amplifier the sound loss its power. If you move it away, the sound blends more with the surrounding. Make experiments while moving the microphone; adjust it to the room acoustics to achieve the kind of sound you imagine.
The microphone and the direction
If you point the microphone to the center of the speaker, the sound becomes louder with active high frequencies. To increase the low frequencies, you should move the microphone toward the outer rim of the speaker. Keep a 90-degree angle with the grille cloth to create a proximity effect and abilities to send out a warm, soft, or powerful sound.
You could optimize set-up recording when you try out the possibilities of various placement of the microphones to achieve the best sound result you need for your music production.
Grace is a musician and a music arranger. I hope that these tips would help everyone to have fun and enjoy creating sound for music production.
Enjoy producing music and visit more tips at http://www.promusicproducer.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Grace_Antoinette
By Grace Antoinette
When it comes to gain advantages of your music production, your passion to achieve the best kind of sound you need during the recording process needs special attention.
In this article, I hope that you could enjoy the tips how to set-up recording to make your effort worthwhile.
Before you buy new music production software, check whether the product is compliant with your computer system or not. A few months ago I changed my XP2 Windows to window Vista system and it was really so frustrating, because my usually used music software suddenly would not run.
A compressor in-line with a tape, PC desktop or digital recorder could improve the sound quality. To optimize your result, a little compression of the ratio 1 to 1.5 is perfect to try out. This will give you freedom to record as loud as possible without distortion.
It is necessary to make backup copies of your recordings regularly. Making backups of your valuable whole song album or your new tune recording save lots of time.
Problems usually occur during the recording process. Therefore, it is important to clean and set-up your recording gear regularly. You should also prepare extra strings and a tuner in case you have to change strings of the instruments.
The microphone and the distance
The placement of the microphones is very important. Make sure that the distance between the source and microphones could build clear sound contour.
If you place the microphone, close to the amplifier the sound loss its power. If you move it away, the sound blends more with the surrounding. Make experiments while moving the microphone; adjust it to the room acoustics to achieve the kind of sound you imagine.
The microphone and the direction
If you point the microphone to the center of the speaker, the sound becomes louder with active high frequencies. To increase the low frequencies, you should move the microphone toward the outer rim of the speaker. Keep a 90-degree angle with the grille cloth to create a proximity effect and abilities to send out a warm, soft, or powerful sound.
You could optimize set-up recording when you try out the possibilities of various placement of the microphones to achieve the best sound result you need for your music production.
Grace is a musician and a music arranger. I hope that these tips would help everyone to have fun and enjoy creating sound for music production.
Enjoy producing music and visit more tips at http://www.promusicproducer.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Grace_Antoinette
02 June 2009
Virtual Studio Technology - VST Plugins
Virtual Studio Technology - VST Plugins
One thing that makes digital recording even more rewarding, and more fun, is Virtual Studio Technology, or VST.
One thing that makes digital recording even more rewarding, and more fun, is Virtual Studio Technology, or VST.
28 May 2009
How to Make Computer Music With VST Plugins and VSTi Instruments
How to Make Computer Music With VST Plugins and VSTi Instruments
VST plugins are beginning to gather a lot more interest as music buffs/computer buffs put these two interests together. What was once thought impossible by many astute computer operators is now beginning to appear as not being all that difficult.
VST plugins are beginning to gather a lot more interest as music buffs/computer buffs put these two interests together. What was once thought impossible by many astute computer operators is now beginning to appear as not being all that difficult.
15 May 2009
How to Make Computer Music With VST Plugins and VSTi Instruments
How to Make Computer Music With VST Plugins and VSTi Instruments
By Greg K Hoffman
VST plugins are beginning to gather a lot more interest as music buffs/computer buffs put these two interests together. What was once thought impossible by many astute computer operators is now beginning to appear as not being all that difficult.
VST plugins in its simple terminology means Virtual Studio Technology by Steinberg. Imagine being able to have your very own virtual studio. The VST is actually the interface that allows the use of software consisting of action synthesizers and effects the plugins with audio editors and recording systems.
Software is the catalyst between the VST and the simulation of a traditional recording studio. If you wee to compare the VST plugins with the actual switches and knobs on the actual hardware you would see the similarities. It would then not appear quite so foreign to you if you are familiar with the hard version of the studio equipment. The VST plugins are hosted within a workstation that is a digital audio type.
If you think that there are only a few plugins to choose from, you are mistaken. You are going to be quite surprised to learn there are thousands of various types to choose from. I bet you are thinking about your pocket book right now, but the nice thing is there are may that are freeware, and of course, there are commercial ones available as well.
Being as VST is so popular it's good to know that there are many audio applications that support them. If you are going to become involved in VST plugins then you will need a VST host. This is just simply a software or hardware application that permit's the plugins to be loaded and controlled during use. If you shop around you will find some excellent VST host providers.
One of the many cost advantages of using plugins is the fact they really help to cut down your hard based equipment costs. Plus think of the space you can save, not having to store tons of equipment.
You can get some great VST plugins that are like a package deal. For example there is a package available that includes shuffling, panning, panoramas width along with comb filters and many other inclusions as well.
Its important for you to learn that plugins are not software that stand alone. They will usually come with DLL files. This stands for dynamic link library. As we mentioned you can find lots of free software on the internet. It is not difficult to use. You simply follow the instructions for the download. Many of these will walk you through the stages of how to get the best benefits from them.
If you are totally new to the creation of music with your computer then you may want to do some research before you start. It doesn't mean that you have to do months of learning. In fact, if you start visiting some of the music blogs you will be intrigued at not only how easy it is, but what you can do and create with things like VST plugins.
As featured In Computer Music Magazine, VSTPlatinum provides a goldmine of over 1700 VST plugins and VSTi effects for home studios or professional recordings
Greg Hoffman is a former BMG sound engineer and the founder of VSTPlatinum.com - http://www.VSTPlatinum.com
Discover the easiest way to create cutting edge music in the next 5 minutes with the VSTPlatinum package
Turn your music vision into reality with over 4000 sound effects, loops, drum samples and synths...
VSTPlatinum.com - Making Music May Be Easier Than You Think!
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Greg_K_Hoffman
By Greg K Hoffman
VST plugins are beginning to gather a lot more interest as music buffs/computer buffs put these two interests together. What was once thought impossible by many astute computer operators is now beginning to appear as not being all that difficult.
VST plugins in its simple terminology means Virtual Studio Technology by Steinberg. Imagine being able to have your very own virtual studio. The VST is actually the interface that allows the use of software consisting of action synthesizers and effects the plugins with audio editors and recording systems.
Software is the catalyst between the VST and the simulation of a traditional recording studio. If you wee to compare the VST plugins with the actual switches and knobs on the actual hardware you would see the similarities. It would then not appear quite so foreign to you if you are familiar with the hard version of the studio equipment. The VST plugins are hosted within a workstation that is a digital audio type.
If you think that there are only a few plugins to choose from, you are mistaken. You are going to be quite surprised to learn there are thousands of various types to choose from. I bet you are thinking about your pocket book right now, but the nice thing is there are may that are freeware, and of course, there are commercial ones available as well.
Being as VST is so popular it's good to know that there are many audio applications that support them. If you are going to become involved in VST plugins then you will need a VST host. This is just simply a software or hardware application that permit's the plugins to be loaded and controlled during use. If you shop around you will find some excellent VST host providers.
One of the many cost advantages of using plugins is the fact they really help to cut down your hard based equipment costs. Plus think of the space you can save, not having to store tons of equipment.
You can get some great VST plugins that are like a package deal. For example there is a package available that includes shuffling, panning, panoramas width along with comb filters and many other inclusions as well.
Its important for you to learn that plugins are not software that stand alone. They will usually come with DLL files. This stands for dynamic link library. As we mentioned you can find lots of free software on the internet. It is not difficult to use. You simply follow the instructions for the download. Many of these will walk you through the stages of how to get the best benefits from them.
If you are totally new to the creation of music with your computer then you may want to do some research before you start. It doesn't mean that you have to do months of learning. In fact, if you start visiting some of the music blogs you will be intrigued at not only how easy it is, but what you can do and create with things like VST plugins.
As featured In Computer Music Magazine, VSTPlatinum provides a goldmine of over 1700 VST plugins and VSTi effects for home studios or professional recordings
Greg Hoffman is a former BMG sound engineer and the founder of VSTPlatinum.com - http://www.VSTPlatinum.com
Discover the easiest way to create cutting edge music in the next 5 minutes with the VSTPlatinum package
Turn your music vision into reality with over 4000 sound effects, loops, drum samples and synths...
VSTPlatinum.com - Making Music May Be Easier Than You Think!
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Greg_K_Hoffman
14 May 2009
Creating a Functional Home Studio
Creating a Functional Home Studio
By Luqmann Ruth
So you are a musician, and you want to take the next step. You want to record your music, but buying time in a professional studio is very expensive. With the advent of DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) you can easily create a home studio. With a bit of persistence, and a little cash you can accomplish this feat.
First you need to make sure that you have a computer, and if you do, it is up to the task of essentially running a recording studio. You need to make sure that your computer has plenty of free hard drive space.
Second, you need to make sure that you have a soundcard that is adapted for music production. This soundcard should have ASIO (audio stream input, output), which will allow your music production to have low latency (lagtime).
As for actually recording the music, you will need a DAW as I have already stated. There are many DAWs to choose from, and they are basically a choice of aesthetics. Some DAWS include Protools (the industry standard), Ableton Live, Logic, and FL Studio (formerly known as Fruity Loops). Some free alternatives include Audacity, and Reaper.
If you plan on recording actual live instruments such as the guitar, you should invest into a mixer, but a cheap alternative is an audio interface such as the Audio Buddy ($50). For vocals, the condenser microphone is the industry standard. Most condenser microphones take "phantom power" (a method to send DC electrical power to the condenser microphone), so make sure your audio interface or mixing desk has it.
Accessories for your studio should include a midi keyboard, such as the mid-air 37, or 25. A midi keyboard can control synthesizers on your DAW, and assignable controls, by sending a signal to your DAW.
These are the essential components for a home studio. Obviously, there is more equipment that you could buy, and higher priced equipment, but these tips will have you well on your way to a functional home studio.
My name is Luqmann, and I am a Chicago area musician, and producer. I specialize in the electric guitar, and my DAWs include Ableton Live, and FL Studio. http://www.yourgrassrootsart.com
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By Luqmann Ruth
So you are a musician, and you want to take the next step. You want to record your music, but buying time in a professional studio is very expensive. With the advent of DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) you can easily create a home studio. With a bit of persistence, and a little cash you can accomplish this feat.
First you need to make sure that you have a computer, and if you do, it is up to the task of essentially running a recording studio. You need to make sure that your computer has plenty of free hard drive space.
Second, you need to make sure that you have a soundcard that is adapted for music production. This soundcard should have ASIO (audio stream input, output), which will allow your music production to have low latency (lagtime).
As for actually recording the music, you will need a DAW as I have already stated. There are many DAWs to choose from, and they are basically a choice of aesthetics. Some DAWS include Protools (the industry standard), Ableton Live, Logic, and FL Studio (formerly known as Fruity Loops). Some free alternatives include Audacity, and Reaper.
If you plan on recording actual live instruments such as the guitar, you should invest into a mixer, but a cheap alternative is an audio interface such as the Audio Buddy ($50). For vocals, the condenser microphone is the industry standard. Most condenser microphones take "phantom power" (a method to send DC electrical power to the condenser microphone), so make sure your audio interface or mixing desk has it.
Accessories for your studio should include a midi keyboard, such as the mid-air 37, or 25. A midi keyboard can control synthesizers on your DAW, and assignable controls, by sending a signal to your DAW.
These are the essential components for a home studio. Obviously, there is more equipment that you could buy, and higher priced equipment, but these tips will have you well on your way to a functional home studio.
My name is Luqmann, and I am a Chicago area musician, and producer. I specialize in the electric guitar, and my DAWs include Ableton Live, and FL Studio. http://www.yourgrassrootsart.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Luqmann_Ruth
13 May 2009
Looking For Free Itunes Codes
Looking For Free Itunes Codes
By Donald Lodge
Who doesn't enjoy free products and services. Downloading free music using free ITunes codes is something most music lovers dream of doing. Itunes is one of the most popular websites for downloading music but it will cost you about a dollar a song. That can get awful expensive. You can also download games, audio books and IPod games but these will cost you even more. While the site has a lot to offer it can get real expensive real fast if you like to do a lot of downloading. So do you have any other options and if so what are they.
You have probably heard of sites that give away free ITunes codes but there is usually a catch involved so you need to be careful. As far as finding sites that give away tons of free ITunes codes there is really no such thing. Some companies have ITune promotions where you can get a free song if you enter the code found under the cap on a bottle of soda but you still have to buy the product so you really don't come out ahead all that much. One other option is that you can try to find people who don't care about the ITune codes and will give them away. There are sites and forums that are set up where people can trade different codes on a multitude of products and services. Try a search on google by typing in "itune codes + forum" without the quotes and you will find people trading codes like it was some form of an underground economy. Be careful on these sites. You can get cheated so be sure and familiarize yourself with the site before taking any action.
Some people in an attempt to get free music resort to down loading songs from the various file sharing site that have sprung up across the internet. While these are for the most part free the are rife with viruses and spyware and the quality of the downloads leaves much to be desired. Thinking you are getting a steal by down loading songs, movies and books for free might come back to bite you when your computer crashes or your personal information on your hard drive has been compromised.
With all that being said if you are a true music or movie lover and want to download quality content you might have to acept the fact that you are going to have to pay for it. Be wary of sites that offer free ITune codes. There are reputable sites that will for a small monthly subscription fee allow you download an unlimited number of items from their collection. You can rest assured that you will get a quality download free from viruses and spy ware.
Companies and others are always looking for ways to attract new customers. Know where to look and you can find free or almost free products and services all over the net.
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By Donald Lodge
Who doesn't enjoy free products and services. Downloading free music using free ITunes codes is something most music lovers dream of doing. Itunes is one of the most popular websites for downloading music but it will cost you about a dollar a song. That can get awful expensive. You can also download games, audio books and IPod games but these will cost you even more. While the site has a lot to offer it can get real expensive real fast if you like to do a lot of downloading. So do you have any other options and if so what are they.
You have probably heard of sites that give away free ITunes codes but there is usually a catch involved so you need to be careful. As far as finding sites that give away tons of free ITunes codes there is really no such thing. Some companies have ITune promotions where you can get a free song if you enter the code found under the cap on a bottle of soda but you still have to buy the product so you really don't come out ahead all that much. One other option is that you can try to find people who don't care about the ITune codes and will give them away. There are sites and forums that are set up where people can trade different codes on a multitude of products and services. Try a search on google by typing in "itune codes + forum" without the quotes and you will find people trading codes like it was some form of an underground economy. Be careful on these sites. You can get cheated so be sure and familiarize yourself with the site before taking any action.
Some people in an attempt to get free music resort to down loading songs from the various file sharing site that have sprung up across the internet. While these are for the most part free the are rife with viruses and spyware and the quality of the downloads leaves much to be desired. Thinking you are getting a steal by down loading songs, movies and books for free might come back to bite you when your computer crashes or your personal information on your hard drive has been compromised.
With all that being said if you are a true music or movie lover and want to download quality content you might have to acept the fact that you are going to have to pay for it. Be wary of sites that offer free ITune codes. There are reputable sites that will for a small monthly subscription fee allow you download an unlimited number of items from their collection. You can rest assured that you will get a quality download free from viruses and spy ware.
Companies and others are always looking for ways to attract new customers. Know where to look and you can find free or almost free products and services all over the net.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Donald_Lodge
12 May 2009
Free Piano Sheet Music - How to Find It
Free Piano Sheet Music - How to Find It
By Peter Edvinsson
Did you know that you can find many piano scores for free on the Internet? This guide will show you some of the many sites available and what you can expect to find if you are looking for free piano sheet music!
What is free piano sheet music?
You can define this as music scores that you can download and and printout without any obligations on your part. However, some sites require that you subscribe to a newsletter or that you create a free account to have access to their music.
If you want to download completely free scores you have to search a bit and you might have to browse many search result pages before you find what you are looking for.
Search terms to use
You can search for "free sheet music", "free music scores" and include the file format you are searching for. Files can be published as PDF files, Gif files and in other formats.
You can also include the words "printable", "downloads" and of course "piano" or "keyboard".
Piano sites
There are a lot of piano sites that offer free piano sheet music. You can of course find the music on sites with primarily music scores but many sites with piano education and lessons also offer piano sheets.
To find these sites you can also search for "piano lessons", "learn to play piano" and maybe include "easy" or "beginners" and other similar search terms to find many fine but easy to play solos.
Here are just a few examples of sites with free keyboard music scores:
8notes
On 8notes.com you can find melodies and arrangements as printable free piano sheet music in various file formats. The GIF file format is available for for free without any obligations on your part.
The Gif format is a low quality graphic format used for clipart, logos and other pictures on the net. But on some sites it is also used to present sheet music.
You can also listen to the music in Scorch format. This is a plugin that you can download for free at the sibelius.com website and it makes it possible to listen to a midifile and at the same time follow the score as the music proceeds.
They also offer the free sheet music in PDF format if you subscribe to the site. PDF sheet music present music in much better quality but requires the Adobe reader plugin that can be downloaded for free at the Adobe website.
Pianostreet
Pianostreet.com offers a lot of free piano sheet music as high quality scores in PDF format. However, you have to subscribe in order to have access to all music. They offer some samples and a free membership with some limitations. You can also pay for access to all their piano sheets.
Sibeliusmusic
On sibeliusmusic.com you will find a lot of free piano scores in the Scorch format that was previously explained. You can search for keyboard music and also listen to many sheets in mp3 format.
G Major Music Theory
This is an example of a site that offers piano education and also piano solos in progressive order. The piano scores are completely free to print out in PDF format on the address gmajormusictheory.org. You will also find midifiles together with the sheets for your reference.
It is impossible to include all free piano sheet music sites here and my advice is for you to search for the sites by including the before mentioned search terms and to have patience. As you bookmark the sites of your taste you will be able to build up your own personal library with free quality piano sheets!
Peter Edvinsson is a musician, composer and music teacher. He invites you to download your free piano sheet music at http://www.capotastomusic.com
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By Peter Edvinsson
Did you know that you can find many piano scores for free on the Internet? This guide will show you some of the many sites available and what you can expect to find if you are looking for free piano sheet music!
What is free piano sheet music?
You can define this as music scores that you can download and and printout without any obligations on your part. However, some sites require that you subscribe to a newsletter or that you create a free account to have access to their music.
If you want to download completely free scores you have to search a bit and you might have to browse many search result pages before you find what you are looking for.
Search terms to use
You can search for "free sheet music", "free music scores" and include the file format you are searching for. Files can be published as PDF files, Gif files and in other formats.
You can also include the words "printable", "downloads" and of course "piano" or "keyboard".
Piano sites
There are a lot of piano sites that offer free piano sheet music. You can of course find the music on sites with primarily music scores but many sites with piano education and lessons also offer piano sheets.
To find these sites you can also search for "piano lessons", "learn to play piano" and maybe include "easy" or "beginners" and other similar search terms to find many fine but easy to play solos.
Here are just a few examples of sites with free keyboard music scores:
8notes
On 8notes.com you can find melodies and arrangements as printable free piano sheet music in various file formats. The GIF file format is available for for free without any obligations on your part.
The Gif format is a low quality graphic format used for clipart, logos and other pictures on the net. But on some sites it is also used to present sheet music.
You can also listen to the music in Scorch format. This is a plugin that you can download for free at the sibelius.com website and it makes it possible to listen to a midifile and at the same time follow the score as the music proceeds.
They also offer the free sheet music in PDF format if you subscribe to the site. PDF sheet music present music in much better quality but requires the Adobe reader plugin that can be downloaded for free at the Adobe website.
Pianostreet
Pianostreet.com offers a lot of free piano sheet music as high quality scores in PDF format. However, you have to subscribe in order to have access to all music. They offer some samples and a free membership with some limitations. You can also pay for access to all their piano sheets.
Sibeliusmusic
On sibeliusmusic.com you will find a lot of free piano scores in the Scorch format that was previously explained. You can search for keyboard music and also listen to many sheets in mp3 format.
G Major Music Theory
This is an example of a site that offers piano education and also piano solos in progressive order. The piano scores are completely free to print out in PDF format on the address gmajormusictheory.org. You will also find midifiles together with the sheets for your reference.
It is impossible to include all free piano sheet music sites here and my advice is for you to search for the sites by including the before mentioned search terms and to have patience. As you bookmark the sites of your taste you will be able to build up your own personal library with free quality piano sheets!
Peter Edvinsson is a musician, composer and music teacher. He invites you to download your free piano sheet music at http://www.capotastomusic.com
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10 May 2009
Home Recording Studio Setup - Learn How to Build a Recording Studio the Easy Way
Home Recording Studio Setup - Learn How to Build a Recording Studio the Easy Way
By Ed Byrd
Home recording studio setup can be very difficult. A recording room or recording studio as musicians like to refer to it, may be anything from a basement garage or a spare bedroom to a fully equipped studio complete with all the works necessary to produce optimal sounds. If you are just starting and have yet to land your first recording contract, you are faced with the two-pronged challenge of coming up with a professional sounding record while at the same time working within a limited budget. If by some stroke of luck you have the opportunity to choose a recording room, choose one with good insulation, spacious, carpeted, and if possible, not square, as it adds up to the bounce of the sound waves. At the same time, you want a room with the proper temperature setting (not too cold and not too hot), since it will affect vibration and refraction of sound.
Learn How to Build a Recording Studio
However, a room like this will be far and few in between and if they are at all easily available, they might command a hefty rental price. If you are willing to pay the price to rent these rooms every time you want to have a recording session then by all means go ahead. But, if you are not afraid of working a bit for that ideal recording room then read up and learn on how to make a perfect recording studio out of your spare room.
The secret to making an ideal recording studio is in understanding the nature of sound and sound waves. Sound waves will "bounce" on parallel walls, hence a square room is not too advisable. Since most of our rooms are square, you can defy this bouncing pattern by positioning your listening station in one of the corners and not along one of the walls. Still on the issue of preventing sounds from bouncing all over the place, you should do your best to install some "softening" materials that will dampen the bounce such as carpets for the floor, heavy drapes for the walls, foam products and other similar materials. A drywall will be ideal but aside from the fact that it will take some time and money to have this installed, it is also very permanent and will reduce the usefulness of room for other purposes.
Since you will be recording in an area that will not be isolated from the general public, you want to be able to record at a lover volume, unless you don't mind your neighbors and housemates getting terribly irritated. I myself won't be pleased when I constantly hear banging and clanging from somewhere near my house. To be able to record at a much acceptable sound level, you should invest in near-field monitors or special speakers that will let you listen at close range and will also give you an idea of how your recording will sound like after it is finished. A good set of headphones will be the second best option if you can't afford near-field monitors yet.
On the more practical side, you want to ensure that your workspace will be very comfortable. Recording can sometimes last a long time and you certainly don't want to be complaining about a sore back after a couple of hours. Make sure as well to have adequate space for your station where you can comfortably move about. I know that it sounds as if it takes too much to come up with the perfect recording room, but after some time, when you hear how good you sound on record, you will find that all your efforts have paid up.
Ed Byrd is a Home Recording enthusiast. You can find more on
Home Recording Studio Setup and
How to Build a Recording Studio on his Home Recording Site
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Ed_Byrd
By Ed Byrd
Home recording studio setup can be very difficult. A recording room or recording studio as musicians like to refer to it, may be anything from a basement garage or a spare bedroom to a fully equipped studio complete with all the works necessary to produce optimal sounds. If you are just starting and have yet to land your first recording contract, you are faced with the two-pronged challenge of coming up with a professional sounding record while at the same time working within a limited budget. If by some stroke of luck you have the opportunity to choose a recording room, choose one with good insulation, spacious, carpeted, and if possible, not square, as it adds up to the bounce of the sound waves. At the same time, you want a room with the proper temperature setting (not too cold and not too hot), since it will affect vibration and refraction of sound.
Learn How to Build a Recording Studio
However, a room like this will be far and few in between and if they are at all easily available, they might command a hefty rental price. If you are willing to pay the price to rent these rooms every time you want to have a recording session then by all means go ahead. But, if you are not afraid of working a bit for that ideal recording room then read up and learn on how to make a perfect recording studio out of your spare room.
The secret to making an ideal recording studio is in understanding the nature of sound and sound waves. Sound waves will "bounce" on parallel walls, hence a square room is not too advisable. Since most of our rooms are square, you can defy this bouncing pattern by positioning your listening station in one of the corners and not along one of the walls. Still on the issue of preventing sounds from bouncing all over the place, you should do your best to install some "softening" materials that will dampen the bounce such as carpets for the floor, heavy drapes for the walls, foam products and other similar materials. A drywall will be ideal but aside from the fact that it will take some time and money to have this installed, it is also very permanent and will reduce the usefulness of room for other purposes.
Since you will be recording in an area that will not be isolated from the general public, you want to be able to record at a lover volume, unless you don't mind your neighbors and housemates getting terribly irritated. I myself won't be pleased when I constantly hear banging and clanging from somewhere near my house. To be able to record at a much acceptable sound level, you should invest in near-field monitors or special speakers that will let you listen at close range and will also give you an idea of how your recording will sound like after it is finished. A good set of headphones will be the second best option if you can't afford near-field monitors yet.
On the more practical side, you want to ensure that your workspace will be very comfortable. Recording can sometimes last a long time and you certainly don't want to be complaining about a sore back after a couple of hours. Make sure as well to have adequate space for your station where you can comfortably move about. I know that it sounds as if it takes too much to come up with the perfect recording room, but after some time, when you hear how good you sound on record, you will find that all your efforts have paid up.
Ed Byrd is a Home Recording enthusiast. You can find more on
Home Recording Studio Setup and
How to Build a Recording Studio on his Home Recording Site
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07 May 2009
Virtual Studio Technology - VST Plugins
Virtual Studio Technology - VST Plugins
One thing that makes digital recording even more rewarding, and more fun, is Virtual Studio Technology, or VST.
Im not going to get too technical with my definition here; I couldnt if i wanted to.
Virtual Studio Technology is software emulation of hardware devices, usually in two categories. Instruments, and effects.
One thing that makes digital recording even more rewarding, and more fun, is Virtual Studio Technology, or VST.
Im not going to get too technical with my definition here; I couldnt if i wanted to.
Virtual Studio Technology is software emulation of hardware devices, usually in two categories. Instruments, and effects.
16 April 2009
Studio Monitors For an Amazing Sound Effect
Studio Monitors For an Amazing Sound Effect
By Michael Mize Russell
Studio monitors or the reference monitors are the loudspeakers particularly designed for audio recoding/ production applications like radio, TV, film, recording studios. The studio monitors proficiently solves the purpose of audio mixing as well as mastering tasks. This further enables the users to mix tacks, which will sound good at the widest range of the playback system.
The studio monitors are the ideal choice for all those who want to observe deep bass in the mid sized control rooms. Both the woofers included in a studio monitor performs different function, one woofer acts like full range driver while the other woofer delivers only 150 Hz. This further doubles the power of the woofer when it requires responding to the deeper frequencies resulting in exceptionally tight as well as punchy low end devoid of compromising the midrange performance. The best part about majority of the studio monitors is that they can be used either vertically or horizontally, so that extremely flexible positioning in the studio is probable.
The studio monitors offers exceptionally high performance because of their several in built technologically innovative features, including:
Low distortion
Full range extensive bass response and astounding power handling
Exclusive linear phase as well as frequency response
Each monitor matched with other monitor within -/+ 1.5 db
Maximum SPL: 115 dB SPL
Power on LED
Woofer free air resonance
In built amps
Amazing crossover frequency
Input impedance
Balanced RCA and XLR
Adjustment for low pass corner frequencies
Dramatic improvement in bass response, power handling and distortion figures
Also, the auto off and on function, offers a minimized inoperative energy usage via shutting off after few minutes of no signal (input). Besides, the auto sensing circuit allows studio monitor come automatically to life while the input signal is sensed.
The frequency response of all of the studio monitors varies and ranges in between 35 Hz, 40 Hz, 43 Hz, 55Hz and 32 Hz. The studio monitors are capable to produce amazing bass with superior linearity. Spatial information as well as localization can be easily heard with the amazing impact. They are perfectly suited for small limited monitoring situations like post production station, DAW in addition to mobile recording facility. The studio monitors can also be exercised in combination with subwoofer for making a brilliant full range 5.1 or 2.1 system.
Michael Russell is a renowned writer and has a vast knowledge about audio recoding equipment. You can visit the site http://www.dragonaudio.com for more information about audio equipment and studio monitors.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Michael_Mize_Russell
By Michael Mize Russell
Studio monitors or the reference monitors are the loudspeakers particularly designed for audio recoding/ production applications like radio, TV, film, recording studios. The studio monitors proficiently solves the purpose of audio mixing as well as mastering tasks. This further enables the users to mix tacks, which will sound good at the widest range of the playback system.
The studio monitors are the ideal choice for all those who want to observe deep bass in the mid sized control rooms. Both the woofers included in a studio monitor performs different function, one woofer acts like full range driver while the other woofer delivers only 150 Hz. This further doubles the power of the woofer when it requires responding to the deeper frequencies resulting in exceptionally tight as well as punchy low end devoid of compromising the midrange performance. The best part about majority of the studio monitors is that they can be used either vertically or horizontally, so that extremely flexible positioning in the studio is probable.
The studio monitors offers exceptionally high performance because of their several in built technologically innovative features, including:
Low distortion
Full range extensive bass response and astounding power handling
Exclusive linear phase as well as frequency response
Each monitor matched with other monitor within -/+ 1.5 db
Maximum SPL: 115 dB SPL
Power on LED
Woofer free air resonance
In built amps
Amazing crossover frequency
Input impedance
Balanced RCA and XLR
Adjustment for low pass corner frequencies
Dramatic improvement in bass response, power handling and distortion figures
Also, the auto off and on function, offers a minimized inoperative energy usage via shutting off after few minutes of no signal (input). Besides, the auto sensing circuit allows studio monitor come automatically to life while the input signal is sensed.
The frequency response of all of the studio monitors varies and ranges in between 35 Hz, 40 Hz, 43 Hz, 55Hz and 32 Hz. The studio monitors are capable to produce amazing bass with superior linearity. Spatial information as well as localization can be easily heard with the amazing impact. They are perfectly suited for small limited monitoring situations like post production station, DAW in addition to mobile recording facility. The studio monitors can also be exercised in combination with subwoofer for making a brilliant full range 5.1 or 2.1 system.
Michael Russell is a renowned writer and has a vast knowledge about audio recoding equipment. You can visit the site http://www.dragonaudio.com for more information about audio equipment and studio monitors.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Michael_Mize_Russell
15 April 2009
Record Your Audio With a Digital Recorder
Record Your Audio With a Digital Recorder
By Michael Mize Russell
The stereo digital recorder is the most highly modern personal audio recorder, which one can easily use in a host of conditions. It now sports a 4GB card, stereo recorder is perfect for the musicians and artists who would like to experience precise audio reproduction of their rehearsals and live music. For the songwriters, during their moments of inspirations, this personal audio recording equipment ensures that you can instantly record that novel idea. For soundmen, broadcasters, podcasters and journalists the digital recorder allows you to test audio for the world to hear at once, wherever you are, every time.
Digital recorder main features include:
24-bit 96kHz PCM linear high-resolution and low sound recording
Lately developed (IARC) Isolated Adaptive Recording Circuit
High sensitivity, high grade stereo in built condenser microphone
Records to SDHC or SD memory card
Hand held and compact body for simple portable use
Wide viewing ability on big Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) display
Preview in built speaker
Included wireless remote control
Quick and uninterruptible file transfer by USB 2.0 link to PC
Included easy pyro Audio Creator LE wave editing software
Experience clear-cut audio reproduction as well as clearness by a wider vibrant range while using the sample rates and higher bit rates, which digital recorder provides. Digital recorder supports about 24 bit 96 kHz PCM linear recording that has extra audio digital resolution than an ordinary audio CD. IARC is a recently developed and dedicated circuit analog that is optimized to record along the digital onboard recorder A/D converter. The electrolytic capacitors offer reliable, stable power with a self-sufficient power source used for analog circuitry in addition to an added power source used for digital board circuit, thereby eliminating the DC interference among the components in the digital recorder.
The IARC also greatly contributes to low noise high quality MP3 recording by digital recorder. Little enough to adjust in the shirt pocket, it include a novel tactile feel, which is simple to grip. Plus, it also constitutes a user friendly display of graphic for ultra simple operation. The great 1.5 OLED display gives wide viewing ability, peak indicators, at-a-glance level meters, and additional recording information on the screen.
With the included wireless remote controller, transport functions such as recording start/playback start, fast forward, rewind, volume control, and input level control can be accessed from a distance away. This allows the digital recorder to be placed in exactly the right position for recording, and allows for quick and easy touch-less operation.
The author Michael Russell holds a great expertise in audio recording equipment and has a thorough knowledge about the studio audio equipment. Learn more about the audio and studio recording equipments by visiting the site.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Michael_Mize_Russell
By Michael Mize Russell
The stereo digital recorder is the most highly modern personal audio recorder, which one can easily use in a host of conditions. It now sports a 4GB card, stereo recorder is perfect for the musicians and artists who would like to experience precise audio reproduction of their rehearsals and live music. For the songwriters, during their moments of inspirations, this personal audio recording equipment ensures that you can instantly record that novel idea. For soundmen, broadcasters, podcasters and journalists the digital recorder allows you to test audio for the world to hear at once, wherever you are, every time.
Digital recorder main features include:
24-bit 96kHz PCM linear high-resolution and low sound recording
Lately developed (IARC) Isolated Adaptive Recording Circuit
High sensitivity, high grade stereo in built condenser microphone
Records to SDHC or SD memory card
Hand held and compact body for simple portable use
Wide viewing ability on big Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) display
Preview in built speaker
Included wireless remote control
Quick and uninterruptible file transfer by USB 2.0 link to PC
Included easy pyro Audio Creator LE wave editing software
Experience clear-cut audio reproduction as well as clearness by a wider vibrant range while using the sample rates and higher bit rates, which digital recorder provides. Digital recorder supports about 24 bit 96 kHz PCM linear recording that has extra audio digital resolution than an ordinary audio CD. IARC is a recently developed and dedicated circuit analog that is optimized to record along the digital onboard recorder A/D converter. The electrolytic capacitors offer reliable, stable power with a self-sufficient power source used for analog circuitry in addition to an added power source used for digital board circuit, thereby eliminating the DC interference among the components in the digital recorder.
The IARC also greatly contributes to low noise high quality MP3 recording by digital recorder. Little enough to adjust in the shirt pocket, it include a novel tactile feel, which is simple to grip. Plus, it also constitutes a user friendly display of graphic for ultra simple operation. The great 1.5 OLED display gives wide viewing ability, peak indicators, at-a-glance level meters, and additional recording information on the screen.
With the included wireless remote controller, transport functions such as recording start/playback start, fast forward, rewind, volume control, and input level control can be accessed from a distance away. This allows the digital recorder to be placed in exactly the right position for recording, and allows for quick and easy touch-less operation.
The author Michael Russell holds a great expertise in audio recording equipment and has a thorough knowledge about the studio audio equipment. Learn more about the audio and studio recording equipments by visiting the site.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Michael_Mize_Russell
14 April 2009
Audio Mixers to Mix Different Sounds and Enhancing Sound Effects
Audio Mixers to Mix Different Sounds and Enhancing Sound Effects
By Michael Mize Russell
Sound mixers, also called as sound boards or sound consoles are the most general type of audio equipment in the audio production world. Each sound operator should know about the different sound mixers available and the correct way to use them. A sound mixer take two and even more signals, merges them together and offers more than one output signal. In addition to mixing signals, sound mixers enable to adjust levels, improve sound with effects and equalization, make monitor feeds as well as record various mixes.
Mixers are available in wide variety of designs and sizes from massive studio consoles to little portable units. Mixers are generally described through the total number of channels they sport. For instance, a 12-channel mixer includes 12 input channels. That is you can put in 12 individual input sources. You may also notice a specification like 24x4x2 that signifies 24 input channels, four subgroups and 2 output channels.
The mixers accessible are perfect for project as well as home studios or also on stage and in the recording studios. Many of the mixers present incredibly low-noise along with separate mic pre THD and are proficient enough to handle sound inputs varying from whisper to scream or even can easily handle hot line level signals devoid of any extra coloration. Some mixers provides a control room or phones source matrix, tape outputs, Master aux section along with EFX, a high volume headphone amplifier as well as balanced TRS and XLR outputs.
The most amazing aspect of audio mixers is that instead of unsealed, cheap potentiometers, many of audio mixers include co-molded pots that provide substantial impact relief and strain. A majority of the audio mixers available are the perfect pick for any type of situation that needs superior audio mixing, particularly where budget or/and space constraints are a problem. The audio mixers are beneficial for all kinds of recording purposes, including mixing the line output of more than one instrument amps in one mixer channel.
What makes the audio mixers an essential part of the audio recording equipment are its various exclusive features that almost each mixer possess. Ultra low noise mixer along with highest headroom, 4 precision engineered XDR premium studio grade mic preamps, 14 line input, constant loudness pan pots, 3 band active EO of 2.5 kHz, 80 kHz and 12 kHz, phantom power for the premium condenser mics and in built power supply are few of the features of audio mixers.
Few audio mixers also sports planet earth switching power supply for the global use, separate 48v phantom power-switches at all mic inputs and 60 mm logarithmic tape faders for linear, smooth fades.
Michael Russell, the writer has a thorough knowledge about audio recording equipment. To get details about other studio recording equipment visit the website http://www.dragonaudio.com.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Michael_Mize_Russell
By Michael Mize Russell
Sound mixers, also called as sound boards or sound consoles are the most general type of audio equipment in the audio production world. Each sound operator should know about the different sound mixers available and the correct way to use them. A sound mixer take two and even more signals, merges them together and offers more than one output signal. In addition to mixing signals, sound mixers enable to adjust levels, improve sound with effects and equalization, make monitor feeds as well as record various mixes.
Mixers are available in wide variety of designs and sizes from massive studio consoles to little portable units. Mixers are generally described through the total number of channels they sport. For instance, a 12-channel mixer includes 12 input channels. That is you can put in 12 individual input sources. You may also notice a specification like 24x4x2 that signifies 24 input channels, four subgroups and 2 output channels.
The mixers accessible are perfect for project as well as home studios or also on stage and in the recording studios. Many of the mixers present incredibly low-noise along with separate mic pre THD and are proficient enough to handle sound inputs varying from whisper to scream or even can easily handle hot line level signals devoid of any extra coloration. Some mixers provides a control room or phones source matrix, tape outputs, Master aux section along with EFX, a high volume headphone amplifier as well as balanced TRS and XLR outputs.
The most amazing aspect of audio mixers is that instead of unsealed, cheap potentiometers, many of audio mixers include co-molded pots that provide substantial impact relief and strain. A majority of the audio mixers available are the perfect pick for any type of situation that needs superior audio mixing, particularly where budget or/and space constraints are a problem. The audio mixers are beneficial for all kinds of recording purposes, including mixing the line output of more than one instrument amps in one mixer channel.
What makes the audio mixers an essential part of the audio recording equipment are its various exclusive features that almost each mixer possess. Ultra low noise mixer along with highest headroom, 4 precision engineered XDR premium studio grade mic preamps, 14 line input, constant loudness pan pots, 3 band active EO of 2.5 kHz, 80 kHz and 12 kHz, phantom power for the premium condenser mics and in built power supply are few of the features of audio mixers.
Few audio mixers also sports planet earth switching power supply for the global use, separate 48v phantom power-switches at all mic inputs and 60 mm logarithmic tape faders for linear, smooth fades.
Michael Russell, the writer has a thorough knowledge about audio recording equipment. To get details about other studio recording equipment visit the website http://www.dragonaudio.com.
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13 April 2009
8 Tips For Learning the Art of Sight-Reading Written Music
8 Tips For Learning the Art of Sight-Reading Written Music
By Richard Killey
Sight-reading music is a common practice among piano players. This is when you play a piece of music for the first time, even though it may be unfamiliar to you. Though it is not common to play a song perfectly the first time through, here are 8 tips to make sight-reading music easier for you.
Tip # 1. Key Signature. Pay close attention to the key signature of the piece you are about to play. Try to remember the appropriate sharps and flats in that key signature so you will know to play those whenever they occur throughout the song.
Tip # 2. Time Signature. This is also important to look at before you start sight-reading the piece. You will need to know what kind of note gets one beat. You will also need to remember how many beats are in each measure.
Tip # 3. Changes in Key and Time Signatures. Check through your music for any changes to the key signature or time signature. This will help prepare you for a transition that can happen in the middle of a song when you otherwise did not know about it.
Tip # 4. Starting and Ending Notes. It helps if you are familiar with the starting and ending note or chord of a song before you start playing. These are good reference points to guide you during your sight-reading.
Tip # 5. Note the Rhythm. Check your left hand chords to see what rhythm is used throughout the piece. As you look through the song, you usually can get an idea of how it will go. This will ease you through when trying to play the correct rhythm during sight-reading.
Tip # 6. Play the Melody First. Also look through the right hand melody line. It helps to play just the melody first if possible. This will help give you an idea of the sound of the song and then you can put it all together and you will be able to identify the unique melodic line.
Tip # 7. Check for Other Markings. Look through the entire piece and check for any other markings covered in Music Terminology. Some examples include the loudness or softness of the piece, the speed of the music, and how long you should actually hold each note that is played.
Tip # 8. Relax and Focus. Finally, before you play it is important to take a deep breath and relax yourself. Focus on what you are about to play. Try to play the song all the way through for your first sight-reading. This gives you a general idea of what the song will sound like. Later you can break it down and work on each measure or group of measures as you see fit. Remember. We are playing music for the love of it, not as a chore.
Maybe you are asking yourself why you should learn to sight-read music. Why not just learn the song a little bit at a time? Sight-reading forces you to move forward at a faster pace until you finish the song, ultimately helping you learn to play music faster. You can avoid bad habits of starting and stopping too often and delaying your progress on a specific piece of music. Sight-reading is an important skill to learn if you wish to become a good piano player.
For more tips about learning to play piano, including a free mini-course, visit the Learning To Play Piano Today site.
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By Richard Killey
Sight-reading music is a common practice among piano players. This is when you play a piece of music for the first time, even though it may be unfamiliar to you. Though it is not common to play a song perfectly the first time through, here are 8 tips to make sight-reading music easier for you.
Tip # 1. Key Signature. Pay close attention to the key signature of the piece you are about to play. Try to remember the appropriate sharps and flats in that key signature so you will know to play those whenever they occur throughout the song.
Tip # 2. Time Signature. This is also important to look at before you start sight-reading the piece. You will need to know what kind of note gets one beat. You will also need to remember how many beats are in each measure.
Tip # 3. Changes in Key and Time Signatures. Check through your music for any changes to the key signature or time signature. This will help prepare you for a transition that can happen in the middle of a song when you otherwise did not know about it.
Tip # 4. Starting and Ending Notes. It helps if you are familiar with the starting and ending note or chord of a song before you start playing. These are good reference points to guide you during your sight-reading.
Tip # 5. Note the Rhythm. Check your left hand chords to see what rhythm is used throughout the piece. As you look through the song, you usually can get an idea of how it will go. This will ease you through when trying to play the correct rhythm during sight-reading.
Tip # 6. Play the Melody First. Also look through the right hand melody line. It helps to play just the melody first if possible. This will help give you an idea of the sound of the song and then you can put it all together and you will be able to identify the unique melodic line.
Tip # 7. Check for Other Markings. Look through the entire piece and check for any other markings covered in Music Terminology. Some examples include the loudness or softness of the piece, the speed of the music, and how long you should actually hold each note that is played.
Tip # 8. Relax and Focus. Finally, before you play it is important to take a deep breath and relax yourself. Focus on what you are about to play. Try to play the song all the way through for your first sight-reading. This gives you a general idea of what the song will sound like. Later you can break it down and work on each measure or group of measures as you see fit. Remember. We are playing music for the love of it, not as a chore.
Maybe you are asking yourself why you should learn to sight-read music. Why not just learn the song a little bit at a time? Sight-reading forces you to move forward at a faster pace until you finish the song, ultimately helping you learn to play music faster. You can avoid bad habits of starting and stopping too often and delaying your progress on a specific piece of music. Sight-reading is an important skill to learn if you wish to become a good piano player.
For more tips about learning to play piano, including a free mini-course, visit the Learning To Play Piano Today site.
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12 April 2009
Top 50 Music Quotations
Top 50 Music Quotations
By Danielle Hollister
Discover the phenomenonal complexity of music and reflect on the way it can positively influence your life with this sound collection of riveting quotes...
"Music, the greatest good that mortals know, And all of heaven we have below."
-- Joseph Addison
"Music was my refuge. I could crawl into the space between the notes and curl my back to loneliness."
--Maya Angelou
"Music is either good or bad, and it's got to be learned. You got to have balance."
-- Louis Armstrong
"Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life."
-- Berthold Auerbach
"The aim and final end of all music should be none other than the glory of God and the refreshment of the soul."
--Johann Sebastian Bach
"Music is the mediator between the spiritual and the sensual life."
-- Ludwig van Beethoven
"Music - The one incorporeal entrance into the higher world of knowledge which comprehends mankind but which mankind cannot comprehend."
-- Ludwig van Beethoven
"Music can change the world. "
-- Ludwig Van Beethoven
"Music can name the unnameable and communicate the unknowable."
-- Leonard Bernstein
"Music has to breathe and sweat. You have to play it live. "
-- James Brown
"Music is well said to be the speech of angels."
-- Thomas Carlyle
"All music comes from God."
-- Johnny Cash
"If you learn music, you'll learn most all there is to know. "
-- Edgar Cayce
"Music is nothing separate from me. It is me... You'd have to remove the music surgically. "
-- Ray Charles
"Good music is good no matter what kind of music it is. "
-- Miles Davis
"There is no feeling, except the extremes of fear and grief, that does not find relief in music."
-- George Eliot
"You are the music while the music lasts."
--T. S. Eliot
"We need magic, and bliss, and power, myth, and celebration and religion in our lives, and music is a good way to encapsulate a lot of it. "
-- Jerry Garcia
"Music is the language of the spirit. It opens the secret of life bringing peace, abolishing strife."
-- Kahlil Gibran
"When people hear good music, it makes them homesick for something they never had and never will have."
-- Edgar Watson Howe
"Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossile to be silent."
-- Victor Hugo
"The history of a people is found in its songs."
-- George Jellinek
"Music is the vernacular of the human soul."
-- Geoffrey Latham
"It requires wisdom to understand wisdom; the music is nothing if the audience is deaf."
-- Walter J. Lippmann
"Just as certain selections of music will nourish your physical body and your emotional layer, so other musical works will bring greater health to your mind."
-- Hal A. Lingerman
"Music is the harmonious voice of creation; an echo of the invisible world."
-- Giuseppe Mazzini
"Music is a beautiful opiate, if you don't take it too seriously."
-- Henry Miller
"I started making music because I could."
-- Alanis Morissette
"Music helps you find the truths you must bring into the rest of your life. "
-- Alanis Morissette
"Music is spiritual. The music business is not. "
-- Van Morrison
"Like everything else in nature, music is a becoming, and it becomes its full self, when its sounds and laws are used by intelligent man for the production of harmony, and so made the vehicle of emotion and thought."
-- Theodore Mungers
"Without music life would be a mistake."
-- Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche
"In music the passions enjoy themselves."
-- Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche
"Music is your own experience, your own thoughts, your wisdom. If you don't live it, it won't come out of your horn. They teach you there's a boundary line to music. But, man, there's no boundary line to art."
-- Charlie Parker
"Music should be something that makes you gotta move, inside or outside. "
-- Elvis Presley
"It's the music that kept us all intact, kept us from going crazy. "
-- Lou Reed
"The music business was not safe, but it was FUN. It was like falling in love with a woman you know is bad for you, but you love every minute with her, anyway."
-- Lionel Richie
"Music should never be harmless."
-- Robbie Robertson
"Give me a laundry list and I'll set it to music."
-- Gioacchino Antonio Rossini
"All music is important if it comes from the heart. "
-- Carlos Santana
"Music is the key to the female heart."
-- Johann G. Seume
"The best music... is essentially there to provide you something to face the world with. "
-- Bruce Springsteen
"All I try to do is write music that feels meaningful to me, that has commitment and passion behind it."
-- Bruce Springsteen
"In music one must think with the heart and feel with the brain."
--George Szell
"When I hear music, I fear no danger. I am invulnerable. I see no foe. I am related to the earliest times, and to the latest."
-- Henry David Thoreau
"For heights and depths no words can reach, music is the soul's own speech."
--Unknown
"Most of us go to our grave with our music still inside of us."
--Unknown
"I believe in the power of music. To me, it isn't just a fad. This is a positive thing."
-- Eddie Vedder
"Music at its essence is what gives us memories. "
-- Stevie Wonder
"There's a basic rule which runs through all kinds of music, kind of an unwritten rule. I don't know what it is. But I've got it."
-- Ron Wood
Resource Box - © Danielle Hollister (2004) is the Publisher of BellaOnline Quotations Zine - A free newsletter for quote lovers featuring more than 10,000 quotations in dozens of categories like - love, friendship, children, inspiration, success, wisdom, family, life, and many more. Read it online at - http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art8364.asp
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By Danielle Hollister
Discover the phenomenonal complexity of music and reflect on the way it can positively influence your life with this sound collection of riveting quotes...
"Music, the greatest good that mortals know, And all of heaven we have below."
-- Joseph Addison
"Music was my refuge. I could crawl into the space between the notes and curl my back to loneliness."
--Maya Angelou
"Music is either good or bad, and it's got to be learned. You got to have balance."
-- Louis Armstrong
"Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life."
-- Berthold Auerbach
"The aim and final end of all music should be none other than the glory of God and the refreshment of the soul."
--Johann Sebastian Bach
"Music is the mediator between the spiritual and the sensual life."
-- Ludwig van Beethoven
"Music - The one incorporeal entrance into the higher world of knowledge which comprehends mankind but which mankind cannot comprehend."
-- Ludwig van Beethoven
"Music can change the world. "
-- Ludwig Van Beethoven
"Music can name the unnameable and communicate the unknowable."
-- Leonard Bernstein
"Music has to breathe and sweat. You have to play it live. "
-- James Brown
"Music is well said to be the speech of angels."
-- Thomas Carlyle
"All music comes from God."
-- Johnny Cash
"If you learn music, you'll learn most all there is to know. "
-- Edgar Cayce
"Music is nothing separate from me. It is me... You'd have to remove the music surgically. "
-- Ray Charles
"Good music is good no matter what kind of music it is. "
-- Miles Davis
"There is no feeling, except the extremes of fear and grief, that does not find relief in music."
-- George Eliot
"You are the music while the music lasts."
--T. S. Eliot
"We need magic, and bliss, and power, myth, and celebration and religion in our lives, and music is a good way to encapsulate a lot of it. "
-- Jerry Garcia
"Music is the language of the spirit. It opens the secret of life bringing peace, abolishing strife."
-- Kahlil Gibran
"When people hear good music, it makes them homesick for something they never had and never will have."
-- Edgar Watson Howe
"Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossile to be silent."
-- Victor Hugo
"The history of a people is found in its songs."
-- George Jellinek
"Music is the vernacular of the human soul."
-- Geoffrey Latham
"It requires wisdom to understand wisdom; the music is nothing if the audience is deaf."
-- Walter J. Lippmann
"Just as certain selections of music will nourish your physical body and your emotional layer, so other musical works will bring greater health to your mind."
-- Hal A. Lingerman
"Music is the harmonious voice of creation; an echo of the invisible world."
-- Giuseppe Mazzini
"Music is a beautiful opiate, if you don't take it too seriously."
-- Henry Miller
"I started making music because I could."
-- Alanis Morissette
"Music helps you find the truths you must bring into the rest of your life. "
-- Alanis Morissette
"Music is spiritual. The music business is not. "
-- Van Morrison
"Like everything else in nature, music is a becoming, and it becomes its full self, when its sounds and laws are used by intelligent man for the production of harmony, and so made the vehicle of emotion and thought."
-- Theodore Mungers
"Without music life would be a mistake."
-- Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche
"In music the passions enjoy themselves."
-- Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche
"Music is your own experience, your own thoughts, your wisdom. If you don't live it, it won't come out of your horn. They teach you there's a boundary line to music. But, man, there's no boundary line to art."
-- Charlie Parker
"Music should be something that makes you gotta move, inside or outside. "
-- Elvis Presley
"It's the music that kept us all intact, kept us from going crazy. "
-- Lou Reed
"The music business was not safe, but it was FUN. It was like falling in love with a woman you know is bad for you, but you love every minute with her, anyway."
-- Lionel Richie
"Music should never be harmless."
-- Robbie Robertson
"Give me a laundry list and I'll set it to music."
-- Gioacchino Antonio Rossini
"All music is important if it comes from the heart. "
-- Carlos Santana
"Music is the key to the female heart."
-- Johann G. Seume
"The best music... is essentially there to provide you something to face the world with. "
-- Bruce Springsteen
"All I try to do is write music that feels meaningful to me, that has commitment and passion behind it."
-- Bruce Springsteen
"In music one must think with the heart and feel with the brain."
--George Szell
"When I hear music, I fear no danger. I am invulnerable. I see no foe. I am related to the earliest times, and to the latest."
-- Henry David Thoreau
"For heights and depths no words can reach, music is the soul's own speech."
--Unknown
"Most of us go to our grave with our music still inside of us."
--Unknown
"I believe in the power of music. To me, it isn't just a fad. This is a positive thing."
-- Eddie Vedder
"Music at its essence is what gives us memories. "
-- Stevie Wonder
"There's a basic rule which runs through all kinds of music, kind of an unwritten rule. I don't know what it is. But I've got it."
-- Ron Wood
Resource Box - © Danielle Hollister (2004) is the Publisher of BellaOnline Quotations Zine - A free newsletter for quote lovers featuring more than 10,000 quotations in dozens of categories like - love, friendship, children, inspiration, success, wisdom, family, life, and many more. Read it online at - http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art8364.asp
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11 April 2009
Make Your Own Beats - It's Easier Than You Think!
Make Your Own Beats - It's Easier Than You Think!
By Erik Cale
No matter if you just want to have fun, become an artist, or be a producer, you can make your own beats to help you achieve that goal.
It won't happen without first setting up your shop. Proper equipment is an absolute must if your going to make your own beats high quality.
Most believe when they hear the term 'make your own beats' that a large cash layout is directly behind it. Not true. For very little cost you can be up and running on your own PC in just one day.
For beginners looking for starter info, you're gonna need a few things.
1. A soundcard - Your PC has to have the ability to play sounds.
2. Music Creation Software - There are plenty to choose from, ranging from expensive to inexpensive. You need to match one to your situation and style of music.
3. A sound bank - These are tunes that you will use parts of once you're set up to make your own beats.
There are plenty of sites to assist you depending on what level you are. Once you learn how to make your own beats, you will want to advance to the next stage which is applying them to a track. Making your own beats is easy and fun and can also be lucrative if you're good enough. Don't be intimidated by the newness of it, jump in like you're a master and take advantage of the networking opportunities that go along with making your own beats.
If you want to make your own beats you should take a look at my blog - I'll show you where you can download over 100,000 (growing daily) high quality beats which cover every style of music you can think of.
They're full studio quality, and sound freakin' awesome. Click here to go there
now.
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By Erik Cale
No matter if you just want to have fun, become an artist, or be a producer, you can make your own beats to help you achieve that goal.
It won't happen without first setting up your shop. Proper equipment is an absolute must if your going to make your own beats high quality.
Most believe when they hear the term 'make your own beats' that a large cash layout is directly behind it. Not true. For very little cost you can be up and running on your own PC in just one day.
For beginners looking for starter info, you're gonna need a few things.
1. A soundcard - Your PC has to have the ability to play sounds.
2. Music Creation Software - There are plenty to choose from, ranging from expensive to inexpensive. You need to match one to your situation and style of music.
3. A sound bank - These are tunes that you will use parts of once you're set up to make your own beats.
There are plenty of sites to assist you depending on what level you are. Once you learn how to make your own beats, you will want to advance to the next stage which is applying them to a track. Making your own beats is easy and fun and can also be lucrative if you're good enough. Don't be intimidated by the newness of it, jump in like you're a master and take advantage of the networking opportunities that go along with making your own beats.
If you want to make your own beats you should take a look at my blog - I'll show you where you can download over 100,000 (growing daily) high quality beats which cover every style of music you can think of.
They're full studio quality, and sound freakin' awesome. Click here to go there
now.
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10 April 2009
Acoustic Guitar Chords - Learning How to Play Guitar Chords
Acoustic Guitar Chords - Learning How to Play Guitar Chords
By Bernice Eker
Playing the guitar is every boy's dream even if they can't be good at it.
In high school, it is very rare that boys will not even attempt to learn to play the guitar. For this reason, music schools are about dime-a-dozen. In every city, you will also find freelance teachers who will show young people several acoustic guitar lessons.
Although it may be said that only a few actually persevere to learn how to play the guitar, there is no shortage of good guitar players around the world. Perhaps guitar playing is more popular because guitars are cheaper than the piano. And in the world of rock and roll culture, guitar looks manlier than other musical instruments. People want to identify with rock gods so guitar playing is almost inevitably where they go.
So what are the first acoustic guitar lessons?
Perhaps there are many. One will be taught to identify the parts of the guitar like the body, the neck, and so on. One will also be taught how to string a guitar properly and tune it, too.
Ultimately, the learner will be taught how to read guitar chords by himself. This is the only way one can learn how to play the guitar. Once a student is already efficient in reading guitar chords from chord books, he can then move on to practicing and playing by himself. Keep in mind that there are beginner guitar chords to let the student get used to the feel of the strings. This is painful at first and should be mastered before moving to the power chords.
Reading guitar chords will not be possible without guitar diagrams. There are different families of chords that one should know, too, other than the fact that there is a correct position of every finger for every chord. One should also understand what a fret is, what the dots are for, how to count frets in the neck, and so on.
Guitar diagrams are shown in squares with lines that represent the guitar frets and the strings. The bottom line is the first string, the thinnest one, and as you move up, the lines represent the strings up to the base. This is why guitar chord diagrams have six lines. This represents the six strings of the ordinary guitar.
The dot shows where the string should be pressed. If you will carefully observe, here are numbers on top of every black dot. The number represents the finger that will press the string on the position of the fret from the head of the guitar neck. If the number says three on the fourth fret and the dot is on the third line, this means you have to press the third string on the fourth fret with your third finger. To count, your forefinger is the first number; the middle finger is number two, and so on.
One you are done with your first set of acoustic guitar lessons and once you are efficient in reading guitar chords, this is the time you will be able to play as much songs as you want from music books.
All you need to do is to look up the chord, press it, memorize it, and make sure it sounds right with the tune you are playing. Soon, you will find yourself playing without the help of a chord book at all.
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By Bernice Eker
Playing the guitar is every boy's dream even if they can't be good at it.
In high school, it is very rare that boys will not even attempt to learn to play the guitar. For this reason, music schools are about dime-a-dozen. In every city, you will also find freelance teachers who will show young people several acoustic guitar lessons.
Although it may be said that only a few actually persevere to learn how to play the guitar, there is no shortage of good guitar players around the world. Perhaps guitar playing is more popular because guitars are cheaper than the piano. And in the world of rock and roll culture, guitar looks manlier than other musical instruments. People want to identify with rock gods so guitar playing is almost inevitably where they go.
So what are the first acoustic guitar lessons?
Perhaps there are many. One will be taught to identify the parts of the guitar like the body, the neck, and so on. One will also be taught how to string a guitar properly and tune it, too.
Ultimately, the learner will be taught how to read guitar chords by himself. This is the only way one can learn how to play the guitar. Once a student is already efficient in reading guitar chords from chord books, he can then move on to practicing and playing by himself. Keep in mind that there are beginner guitar chords to let the student get used to the feel of the strings. This is painful at first and should be mastered before moving to the power chords.
Reading guitar chords will not be possible without guitar diagrams. There are different families of chords that one should know, too, other than the fact that there is a correct position of every finger for every chord. One should also understand what a fret is, what the dots are for, how to count frets in the neck, and so on.
Guitar diagrams are shown in squares with lines that represent the guitar frets and the strings. The bottom line is the first string, the thinnest one, and as you move up, the lines represent the strings up to the base. This is why guitar chord diagrams have six lines. This represents the six strings of the ordinary guitar.
The dot shows where the string should be pressed. If you will carefully observe, here are numbers on top of every black dot. The number represents the finger that will press the string on the position of the fret from the head of the guitar neck. If the number says three on the fourth fret and the dot is on the third line, this means you have to press the third string on the fourth fret with your third finger. To count, your forefinger is the first number; the middle finger is number two, and so on.
One you are done with your first set of acoustic guitar lessons and once you are efficient in reading guitar chords, this is the time you will be able to play as much songs as you want from music books.
All you need to do is to look up the chord, press it, memorize it, and make sure it sounds right with the tune you are playing. Soon, you will find yourself playing without the help of a chord book at all.
STOP!
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09 April 2009
Recording Demos is Easy - Start Recording a Demo With the Best Demo Recorder You Can Afford
Recording Demos is Easy - Start Recording a Demo With the Best Demo Recorder You Can Afford
By Ed Byrd
Difficulty in Recording a Demo / Recording Demos is now a thing of the past, with great recognition to the production of the affordable Demo Recorder equipments and the abundance of knowledge in the topic made available over the internet. Basic demo recording in home studios can be accomplished through the use of inexpensive home studio equipment and a decent set of skills.
What Do You Want?
Do you have a goal for your music career (if you don't, you really should get one)? The same goes with your demo. If you think a simple demo would do your voice better justice than a top of the line professional music production, then record away in your home recording studio. Checking your drum tracks would be a great start. Remember that you're getting ready for a demo, so the simpler it is, the better.
Flash Can Be Trashy
The bass in your home recoding studio does not need to sound just ok; it needs to have the correct feel as well. It needs to be in tune and on time. A piano or rhythm guitar piece should complement the overall track as well. Remember to check if these sounds mesh so that you can fix a problem in your home recording studio before the vocals come in, or else you might need an overall do-over which would cost you more time, effort, and of course, money.
Vital Vocals
Make sure that the vocals are in great shape, be it from a band or a solo artist. The voice in the home studio demo more often than not holds the whole piece together. Minor instrument screw ups can be overseen, but this would not be the case with vocals.
Stand-Out Not!
Shy away from self-centered solos. Great lead instruments are crucial to the success of a home studio record but when they stand out too much that they overpower the vocals, the song as a whole loses its direction. The human voice should always be the center of attention in sound demos and the instruments should put emphasis on it. Vocals should always be the center of attention in demos as it delivers the essence of the song.
Did It Pass?
Your gut says it all. People can lie to you about a bad record, but by and large you instantly know it if something is off with a track. If you heard the final mix and did not like certain parts, chances are others will not fancy it much as well no matter much others tell you that "it is ok!", you will get a nagging feeling that your home studio demo is missing something.
Sure a new home studio mix would cost you more time, effort, and patience, but it is better to act on your gut feel than to completely ignore it. After all, it is better to send out audio demos that you are proud of instead of regrets in the form of CDs.
Ed Byrd is a Home Recording enthusiast. You can find more on Recording a Demo, Recording Demos and the best Demo Recorder on his Home Recording Site
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By Ed Byrd
Difficulty in Recording a Demo / Recording Demos is now a thing of the past, with great recognition to the production of the affordable Demo Recorder equipments and the abundance of knowledge in the topic made available over the internet. Basic demo recording in home studios can be accomplished through the use of inexpensive home studio equipment and a decent set of skills.
What Do You Want?
Do you have a goal for your music career (if you don't, you really should get one)? The same goes with your demo. If you think a simple demo would do your voice better justice than a top of the line professional music production, then record away in your home recording studio. Checking your drum tracks would be a great start. Remember that you're getting ready for a demo, so the simpler it is, the better.
Flash Can Be Trashy
The bass in your home recoding studio does not need to sound just ok; it needs to have the correct feel as well. It needs to be in tune and on time. A piano or rhythm guitar piece should complement the overall track as well. Remember to check if these sounds mesh so that you can fix a problem in your home recording studio before the vocals come in, or else you might need an overall do-over which would cost you more time, effort, and of course, money.
Vital Vocals
Make sure that the vocals are in great shape, be it from a band or a solo artist. The voice in the home studio demo more often than not holds the whole piece together. Minor instrument screw ups can be overseen, but this would not be the case with vocals.
Stand-Out Not!
Shy away from self-centered solos. Great lead instruments are crucial to the success of a home studio record but when they stand out too much that they overpower the vocals, the song as a whole loses its direction. The human voice should always be the center of attention in sound demos and the instruments should put emphasis on it. Vocals should always be the center of attention in demos as it delivers the essence of the song.
Did It Pass?
Your gut says it all. People can lie to you about a bad record, but by and large you instantly know it if something is off with a track. If you heard the final mix and did not like certain parts, chances are others will not fancy it much as well no matter much others tell you that "it is ok!", you will get a nagging feeling that your home studio demo is missing something.
Sure a new home studio mix would cost you more time, effort, and patience, but it is better to act on your gut feel than to completely ignore it. After all, it is better to send out audio demos that you are proud of instead of regrets in the form of CDs.
Ed Byrd is a Home Recording enthusiast. You can find more on Recording a Demo, Recording Demos and the best Demo Recorder on his Home Recording Site
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08 April 2009
Top Tips & Tricks For Recording Your Vocals
Top Tips & Tricks For Recording Your Vocals
By Jimmy CL Newson
This is for all you do-it-yourself-ers out there. Recording vocals is the trickiest part of recording a CD, and because it is the last step in the recording process it pays to get it right. So, before you start crooning your soon-to-be smash joint, you will want to make sure that everything in your studio is set up correctly. Following are a few tips that will help you do it right the first time.
#1. Get your recording ready for your voice. This simply means that before you add your voice to the recording... have everything else in place...your instrumentation is completed and mixed to perfection. I know you're eager to hear yourself on that money-maker but if you fail to do this... you are in for dismal failure at worst, confusion and remixes at best. So, take my advise and don't put the cart (your voice) before the horse (the instrumentation) if you want to create a masterpiece.
#2. Prepare an enclosed space to record your voice. After you have recorded and mixed your instrumentation...it is time to prepare your studio for recording vocals. Think old- fashioned-phone-booth-with-sound-deadening-insulation and you will get the picture, although the space doesn't need to be quite that condensed. In other words, you want a space that is enclosed and muffled in such a way that doesn't cause the voice to bounce off the walls from the resonance. A smaller room does this better than a large room.
#3. Use the best microphone that you can afford as the quality of your microphone... (and the way you use it) will ultimately determine the sound quality for your vocal recording. While the microphone doesn't have to be expensive, you should avoid low-cost bargain-basement models. Although professional studios tend to use capacitor microphones, a good back-electret or a dynamic vocal microphone can produce excellent results.
#4. Experiment with the placement of the microphone. Some singers will be okay with 6 inches from the mouth while others may need to be closer to the microphone. The microphone should be set in place to pick up all sides of the voice without picking up all the other sounds in the room. Also, the more enclosed and deadened the sound (as mentioned before), the easier it will be to capture the voice.
#5. Use a pop filter - not a foam mic cover. The pop filter will eliminate many of the hissing sounds created by s's and pop sounds made by b's and p's.
#6. Prevent "red zone" peaking. When a voice goes into the red zone it has gone past the maximum allowable volume. To keep this from happening you will need to keep the voice condensed in a specific area. This is why compressors were created. However, the singer can also help with this by pulling back from the mic slightly when singing louder or leaning into the mic for softer, more intimate phrases. Using the pop filter will keep you from getting too close to the mic and this is a good thing for beginners.
#7. Your voice and effects. Don't go overboard with EQ and reverb while recording. As a matter of fact, you should record the vocal as dry as possible. As with instrumentation you may also want to consider noise gates, which stops the sound from resonating before it is recorded. This is helpful if the voice naturally resonates by having a cut off point where the resonance will stop, making everything clear instead of sounding like it echoes. However, as with the other vocal effects, be careful when applying noise gates as you don't want to create an unnatural sound. It is best to use effects and noise gates after the voice is recorded as it can then be treated like any other instrument, meaning you can normalize the sound waves, manipulating the volume and gain.
#8. After the recording is finished you can manipulate the sound, adding reverb, flanges, autotune, etc. The degree of manipulation depends on the type of voice you have and the effect that you want to achieve. Since the recording is finished you can experiment here, first analyzing the type of voice you are working with before adding effects such as reverb in the mix. For example, if the voice has a strong resonance, reverb will make it sound like an echo. Adding resonance to a clearer voice, however, will add a little spark to the mix.
As you can see... recording vocals doesn't have to be hard and complex. Just think of it as putting the icing on the cake. Give yourself room to experiment... and allow yourself the freedom to be different. By taking the time to understand the process... and following the tips outlined here... you will be sure to get the exact sound you are looking for every time.
Jimmy "CL" Newson
Music Independence Summit Connection http://musicindependenceonline.com
I have over 17 years experience dealing in all aspects of the music industry from audio and video production to marketing and promotions. I am currently working on projects involving internet television, internet radio and live music performances across the United States. My primary focus in on the independent music community. For more information, please visit our website. If you are involved in the independent community or are an independent artists, check us out.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Jimmy_CL_Newson
By Jimmy CL Newson
This is for all you do-it-yourself-ers out there. Recording vocals is the trickiest part of recording a CD, and because it is the last step in the recording process it pays to get it right. So, before you start crooning your soon-to-be smash joint, you will want to make sure that everything in your studio is set up correctly. Following are a few tips that will help you do it right the first time.
#1. Get your recording ready for your voice. This simply means that before you add your voice to the recording... have everything else in place...your instrumentation is completed and mixed to perfection. I know you're eager to hear yourself on that money-maker but if you fail to do this... you are in for dismal failure at worst, confusion and remixes at best. So, take my advise and don't put the cart (your voice) before the horse (the instrumentation) if you want to create a masterpiece.
#2. Prepare an enclosed space to record your voice. After you have recorded and mixed your instrumentation...it is time to prepare your studio for recording vocals. Think old- fashioned-phone-booth-with-sound-deadening-insulation and you will get the picture, although the space doesn't need to be quite that condensed. In other words, you want a space that is enclosed and muffled in such a way that doesn't cause the voice to bounce off the walls from the resonance. A smaller room does this better than a large room.
#3. Use the best microphone that you can afford as the quality of your microphone... (and the way you use it) will ultimately determine the sound quality for your vocal recording. While the microphone doesn't have to be expensive, you should avoid low-cost bargain-basement models. Although professional studios tend to use capacitor microphones, a good back-electret or a dynamic vocal microphone can produce excellent results.
#4. Experiment with the placement of the microphone. Some singers will be okay with 6 inches from the mouth while others may need to be closer to the microphone. The microphone should be set in place to pick up all sides of the voice without picking up all the other sounds in the room. Also, the more enclosed and deadened the sound (as mentioned before), the easier it will be to capture the voice.
#5. Use a pop filter - not a foam mic cover. The pop filter will eliminate many of the hissing sounds created by s's and pop sounds made by b's and p's.
#6. Prevent "red zone" peaking. When a voice goes into the red zone it has gone past the maximum allowable volume. To keep this from happening you will need to keep the voice condensed in a specific area. This is why compressors were created. However, the singer can also help with this by pulling back from the mic slightly when singing louder or leaning into the mic for softer, more intimate phrases. Using the pop filter will keep you from getting too close to the mic and this is a good thing for beginners.
#7. Your voice and effects. Don't go overboard with EQ and reverb while recording. As a matter of fact, you should record the vocal as dry as possible. As with instrumentation you may also want to consider noise gates, which stops the sound from resonating before it is recorded. This is helpful if the voice naturally resonates by having a cut off point where the resonance will stop, making everything clear instead of sounding like it echoes. However, as with the other vocal effects, be careful when applying noise gates as you don't want to create an unnatural sound. It is best to use effects and noise gates after the voice is recorded as it can then be treated like any other instrument, meaning you can normalize the sound waves, manipulating the volume and gain.
#8. After the recording is finished you can manipulate the sound, adding reverb, flanges, autotune, etc. The degree of manipulation depends on the type of voice you have and the effect that you want to achieve. Since the recording is finished you can experiment here, first analyzing the type of voice you are working with before adding effects such as reverb in the mix. For example, if the voice has a strong resonance, reverb will make it sound like an echo. Adding resonance to a clearer voice, however, will add a little spark to the mix.
As you can see... recording vocals doesn't have to be hard and complex. Just think of it as putting the icing on the cake. Give yourself room to experiment... and allow yourself the freedom to be different. By taking the time to understand the process... and following the tips outlined here... you will be sure to get the exact sound you are looking for every time.
Jimmy "CL" Newson
Music Independence Summit Connection http://musicindependenceonline.com
I have over 17 years experience dealing in all aspects of the music industry from audio and video production to marketing and promotions. I am currently working on projects involving internet television, internet radio and live music performances across the United States. My primary focus in on the independent music community. For more information, please visit our website. If you are involved in the independent community or are an independent artists, check us out.
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07 April 2009
Midi Keyboards and Controllers - Must Haves For the Avid Musician
Midi Keyboards and Controllers - Must Haves For the Avid Musician
By Darren W Chow
From amateurs to professionals, avid musicians have become increasingly aware of the usefulness of MIDI keyboard controllers. These devices, unlike other types of electronic keyboards, are used in all forms of digital music creation to synthesize instruments and beats. Electronic keyboards, on the other hand, replicate (or digitize) the sound of a piano.
MIDI controllers often resemble electronic keyboards to offer the full range of notes and also have a series of knobs and buttons that can be used to manipulate and alter the resulting sounds. With these controllers and specialized computer software digital musicians can add a wide variety of sound alterations on the fly.
While nearly any MIDI controller will be an improvement over other methods of music creation, there are certain features that are more beneficial than others.
Pressure Sensitivity
Like electronic keyboards, MIDI controllers have varying sensitivity to their keys. The more sensitive the key, the lighter the touch that is required to activate it. The less sensitive the key, the heavier touch required. This lends itself to triggering unintentional sounds or missing beats completely. Excellent keyboard style MIDI controllers should have keys with roughly the same sensitivity of a well tuned piano. This will allow for the most intuitive, accurate use.
Number of Octaves
The best MIDI controllers offer more versatility with the number of notes. Five octaves, or 61 keys, is the most common and flexible keyboard layout. While smaller controllers are more portable and convenient for on the spot performances, the wider range of notes in larger controllers allows for more extensive sound creation.
Simple Setup
A MIDI controller won't do you much good if you can't figure out how to map it to your virtual instrument. High quality models will include easy to use software that will help you set up your controller quickly and easily. Another important feature is built in settings that will allow easy integration with other software. Both these features will help amateurs and experts learn their new controller and put it to the best use possible.
Flexible controls
While the number and sensitivity of keys and the ease of use are key features, the ability to manipulate sound is equally important. The main benefit of MIDI keyboard controllers is the option to alter the sound as its synthesized. The availability of modulation and pitch control knobs and sliders, as well as their usability, should be a major deciding factor before purchase. The best control knobs (or sliders) will, like the keys, be just the right sensitivity - not too easy to spin but not too hard - and offer a wide range of levels for the specific feature.
When the time comes to make a purchase, your application will make the most difference in your choice. Other options, including USB power and built in sound reproduction, are available to fit the needs of any digital musician.
Learn more about the Midi Keyboard.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Darren_W_Chow
By Darren W Chow
From amateurs to professionals, avid musicians have become increasingly aware of the usefulness of MIDI keyboard controllers. These devices, unlike other types of electronic keyboards, are used in all forms of digital music creation to synthesize instruments and beats. Electronic keyboards, on the other hand, replicate (or digitize) the sound of a piano.
MIDI controllers often resemble electronic keyboards to offer the full range of notes and also have a series of knobs and buttons that can be used to manipulate and alter the resulting sounds. With these controllers and specialized computer software digital musicians can add a wide variety of sound alterations on the fly.
While nearly any MIDI controller will be an improvement over other methods of music creation, there are certain features that are more beneficial than others.
Pressure Sensitivity
Like electronic keyboards, MIDI controllers have varying sensitivity to their keys. The more sensitive the key, the lighter the touch that is required to activate it. The less sensitive the key, the heavier touch required. This lends itself to triggering unintentional sounds or missing beats completely. Excellent keyboard style MIDI controllers should have keys with roughly the same sensitivity of a well tuned piano. This will allow for the most intuitive, accurate use.
Number of Octaves
The best MIDI controllers offer more versatility with the number of notes. Five octaves, or 61 keys, is the most common and flexible keyboard layout. While smaller controllers are more portable and convenient for on the spot performances, the wider range of notes in larger controllers allows for more extensive sound creation.
Simple Setup
A MIDI controller won't do you much good if you can't figure out how to map it to your virtual instrument. High quality models will include easy to use software that will help you set up your controller quickly and easily. Another important feature is built in settings that will allow easy integration with other software. Both these features will help amateurs and experts learn their new controller and put it to the best use possible.
Flexible controls
While the number and sensitivity of keys and the ease of use are key features, the ability to manipulate sound is equally important. The main benefit of MIDI keyboard controllers is the option to alter the sound as its synthesized. The availability of modulation and pitch control knobs and sliders, as well as their usability, should be a major deciding factor before purchase. The best control knobs (or sliders) will, like the keys, be just the right sensitivity - not too easy to spin but not too hard - and offer a wide range of levels for the specific feature.
When the time comes to make a purchase, your application will make the most difference in your choice. Other options, including USB power and built in sound reproduction, are available to fit the needs of any digital musician.
Learn more about the Midi Keyboard.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Darren_W_Chow
06 April 2009
Free Pro Tools Tutorial - How I Improved My Mix in One Evening
Free Pro Tools Tutorial - How I Improved My Mix in One Evening
By Ed Byrd
In this free Pro Tools tutorial I want to show that if you rush the song structure and instrument tracks, it will definitely show in the final mix. Spend time brainstorming with the writers and the people who are involved in the home audio recording process. Key points such as where the climax of the track should be and what instrument should be heard on certain lines, are important aspects not to be taken for granted.
Digidesign's ProTools can easily help you avoid committing such errors. You might need to shell out a few more bucks to buy this home studio gear but it is absolutely worth it. ProTools retails for $150 in most stores. Now why should you buy this digital audio workstation? Well for starters, it really helps heaps when it comes to home studio pre production. This phase is a crucial yet often neglected part of most home recordings. No matter how good your home audio recording project is, if you fail to pay attention to the details of this chapter in your digital audio production, chances are you will not come up with a brilliant home audio record and just end up using more valued resources.
Pro Tools Tutorial - Clutter-Free Home Recordings
With ProTools, you can take down the details of you home sound sessions neatly. With the use of a keyboard or an acoustic guitar, try to have the vocalist sing his lyrics without any over the top performance.
Have a blank ProTools session ready for your vocal recordings. You can also add a tempo ruler so that you can set the pace of the song, one that you think is a match for the lyrics and the genre it is classified under. If you want free professional video tutorials for ProTools, you can go to the London College of Music to check out their detailed lessons.
If the acoustic performance of the artist does not sound smashing, either you need to find a new song or tempo, or get a new vocalist. But if it all meshes together, lock it in so you will later have a good and clear idea of your song's structure.
Pro Tools Tutorial - What Are Your Specs?
ProTools, like most audio studio software, have standard requirements that you need to follow for it to work well. For starters, the current version of ProTools does not work on Windows Vista, XP, 2000, as well as Mac OS X. It does work on older models but it still needs at least 1 GB of RAM.
ProTools is unquestionably an industry standard digital recording software, widely used by both professional and home record studios.
ProTools Alternatives
There are other cross platform digital audio softwares that can be used aside from ProTools.
A few of the more remarkable computer programs for music are Cubase and Nuendo which were developed by Steinberg, a subsidiary company of Yamaha. It allows editing of home studio audio tracks, MIDI files, and other wide range music production related tasks. The digital audio editors are also considered industry staples for their stability and easy operation.
Ed Byrd is a Home Recording enthusiast. You can find more on Free Pro Tools ideas, and another Pro Tools Tutorial on his Home Recording Site
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Ed_Byrd
By Ed Byrd
In this free Pro Tools tutorial I want to show that if you rush the song structure and instrument tracks, it will definitely show in the final mix. Spend time brainstorming with the writers and the people who are involved in the home audio recording process. Key points such as where the climax of the track should be and what instrument should be heard on certain lines, are important aspects not to be taken for granted.
Digidesign's ProTools can easily help you avoid committing such errors. You might need to shell out a few more bucks to buy this home studio gear but it is absolutely worth it. ProTools retails for $150 in most stores. Now why should you buy this digital audio workstation? Well for starters, it really helps heaps when it comes to home studio pre production. This phase is a crucial yet often neglected part of most home recordings. No matter how good your home audio recording project is, if you fail to pay attention to the details of this chapter in your digital audio production, chances are you will not come up with a brilliant home audio record and just end up using more valued resources.
Pro Tools Tutorial - Clutter-Free Home Recordings
With ProTools, you can take down the details of you home sound sessions neatly. With the use of a keyboard or an acoustic guitar, try to have the vocalist sing his lyrics without any over the top performance.
Have a blank ProTools session ready for your vocal recordings. You can also add a tempo ruler so that you can set the pace of the song, one that you think is a match for the lyrics and the genre it is classified under. If you want free professional video tutorials for ProTools, you can go to the London College of Music to check out their detailed lessons.
If the acoustic performance of the artist does not sound smashing, either you need to find a new song or tempo, or get a new vocalist. But if it all meshes together, lock it in so you will later have a good and clear idea of your song's structure.
Pro Tools Tutorial - What Are Your Specs?
ProTools, like most audio studio software, have standard requirements that you need to follow for it to work well. For starters, the current version of ProTools does not work on Windows Vista, XP, 2000, as well as Mac OS X. It does work on older models but it still needs at least 1 GB of RAM.
ProTools is unquestionably an industry standard digital recording software, widely used by both professional and home record studios.
ProTools Alternatives
There are other cross platform digital audio softwares that can be used aside from ProTools.
A few of the more remarkable computer programs for music are Cubase and Nuendo which were developed by Steinberg, a subsidiary company of Yamaha. It allows editing of home studio audio tracks, MIDI files, and other wide range music production related tasks. The digital audio editors are also considered industry staples for their stability and easy operation.
Ed Byrd is a Home Recording enthusiast. You can find more on Free Pro Tools ideas, and another Pro Tools Tutorial on his Home Recording Site
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Ed_Byrd
05 April 2009
Virtual Studio Technology - VST Plugins
Virtual Studio Technology - VST Plugins
By Alan J Orr
One thing that makes digital recording even more rewarding, and more fun, is Virtual Studio Technology, or VST.
Im not going to get too technical with my definition here; I couldnt if i wanted to.
Virtual Studio Technology is software emulation of hardware devices, usually in two categories. Instruments, and effects.
The instrument VST's can simulate "real" instruments mostly due to another technology called sampling. A real instrument such as a piano is "sampled" by making many recordings of a real instrument. The instrument is recorded playing hard, and playing soft. Different nuances of the instrument are also recorded such as the fret noise of slipping your fingers on acoustic guitar strings. All of this is controlled by a MIDI controller. Usually a MIDI controller is a piano type keyboard, but it can be a guitar, and even a wind instrument. When you play a note on the keyboard, you are actually playing a recording of the note on a different instrument. You can play chopsticks on the piano keyboard and hear it as a harp, a guitar, or even a human voice!
Most of these VST's come on a CD or a DVD. It is not unusual for the files for a complicated instrument to over 5 gig in size.
There are complete orchestras available including sections and solo instruments, as well as individual instruments from all over the world. This technology is so common that you are hearing virtual instruments on pre-recorded music, on a daily basis.The amazing thing is that if the VST instrument has been constructed well, it really feels as if you are playing the instrument. VST instruments are inserted into special places in the DAW for recording. A VST can cost as little as $20.00, or many hundreds. There are many great free instruments as well.
The other main type of VST is an effect. This is an emulation of hardware audio effects such as reverb, delay and compression. There are a vast number of effects available. I should point out that these emulations both for instrument and effects are in most cases very accurate. I own a hardware synth and a VST of the same synth, and they are impossible to tell apart.
Also in the category of VST effects are programs that simulate guitar effects, amplifiers and stomp pedals. You can plug your guitar in dry and add a distortion pedal, delay, and the tone of a particular amplifier such as a Fender.
Many of these effects are added via the mixer view, especially when you are mixing down a finished product. There are special VST's for mastering as well. These are usually combinations of filters and effects that specialize in making a full mix.
Virtual Studio Technology really completes your digital home studio.
Alan Orr is a musician of over thirty years and a digital composer living in the mountains of New York State. This will be a series of articles on the subject of home digital recording. The next will focus on the Digital Audio Workstation software. You can find an easy guide to home digital recording at http://www.hotconcept.net You will cover all the essentials, from what you need to start, to quantizing your music, all in a couple of hours. http://www.hotconcept.net
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Alan_J_Orr
By Alan J Orr
One thing that makes digital recording even more rewarding, and more fun, is Virtual Studio Technology, or VST.
Im not going to get too technical with my definition here; I couldnt if i wanted to.
Virtual Studio Technology is software emulation of hardware devices, usually in two categories. Instruments, and effects.
The instrument VST's can simulate "real" instruments mostly due to another technology called sampling. A real instrument such as a piano is "sampled" by making many recordings of a real instrument. The instrument is recorded playing hard, and playing soft. Different nuances of the instrument are also recorded such as the fret noise of slipping your fingers on acoustic guitar strings. All of this is controlled by a MIDI controller. Usually a MIDI controller is a piano type keyboard, but it can be a guitar, and even a wind instrument. When you play a note on the keyboard, you are actually playing a recording of the note on a different instrument. You can play chopsticks on the piano keyboard and hear it as a harp, a guitar, or even a human voice!
Most of these VST's come on a CD or a DVD. It is not unusual for the files for a complicated instrument to over 5 gig in size.
There are complete orchestras available including sections and solo instruments, as well as individual instruments from all over the world. This technology is so common that you are hearing virtual instruments on pre-recorded music, on a daily basis.The amazing thing is that if the VST instrument has been constructed well, it really feels as if you are playing the instrument. VST instruments are inserted into special places in the DAW for recording. A VST can cost as little as $20.00, or many hundreds. There are many great free instruments as well.
The other main type of VST is an effect. This is an emulation of hardware audio effects such as reverb, delay and compression. There are a vast number of effects available. I should point out that these emulations both for instrument and effects are in most cases very accurate. I own a hardware synth and a VST of the same synth, and they are impossible to tell apart.
Also in the category of VST effects are programs that simulate guitar effects, amplifiers and stomp pedals. You can plug your guitar in dry and add a distortion pedal, delay, and the tone of a particular amplifier such as a Fender.
Many of these effects are added via the mixer view, especially when you are mixing down a finished product. There are special VST's for mastering as well. These are usually combinations of filters and effects that specialize in making a full mix.
Virtual Studio Technology really completes your digital home studio.
Alan Orr is a musician of over thirty years and a digital composer living in the mountains of New York State. This will be a series of articles on the subject of home digital recording. The next will focus on the Digital Audio Workstation software. You can find an easy guide to home digital recording at http://www.hotconcept.net You will cover all the essentials, from what you need to start, to quantizing your music, all in a couple of hours. http://www.hotconcept.net
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Alan_J_Orr
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