I'm working on a song in logic that uses a lot of MIDI instruments. Should I make a mix of just instruments and then record vocals over that mix? Or should I do vocals and instruments in the same original mix? Your videos are incredibly helpful btw.
@13perspectives Definitely track vocals in the same mix as the entire song, as this will enable you to make adjustments to the accompaniment to slot the vocal in. EQ's is much less about getting stuff to sound good by itself, but rather to clear space in the frequency spectrum for each individual element of the mix. If you mix an awesome sounding backing track, and then record vocals on that, there is a very good chance that you will have difficulties making the vocal fit in the song.
thanks for great video, really helpful! ive got one quick question, where can i find the multimeter? im using logic express so im not sure if maybe express doesnt have that?
Nice Video! When I record my guitar into logic it plays back only on the right monitor. I have to use automation to hear it on both speakers. How can I record directly in to logic and hear the guitar in both monitors?
I recorded this using my Taylor guitar and 2 condenser microphones. Obviously the high quality guitar makes a big difference but as for mic placement I placed one pencil condenser mic pointed at the 17th fret and the other standard vocal condenser about a foot out and to the right of the sound hole.
@vikramnagilvmusic It all depends on the style of music you are working with, and your budget. For really nice, entry level speakers I'd have a listen to the KRK RP5G2's. You can pick them up for not much over $200 these days.
you nailed it when you said people use EQ gain to bump up volume. GUILTY! Ha, I am such a beginner. Love it tho so much to learn. What interface are you using? I have m-audio fast track
I have a question: when I mix & master my songs, everything sounds exactly the way I want it to. When I use my stereo to listen to it, the instruments sound louder than the vocals. Why is that? I use my earphones to make music. I wonder if that's the problem. I have identified the problem in some CD's like the newest timbaland cd.
@golgod7n I use headphones to mix as well! I use AKG acoustic headphones to mix becuase they give a flat respone! I feel like Its harder for me to use studio monitors because I can't hear the little details in my songs! What studio monitors would recommend or are flat akg headphones suitable?!
@prettdboy If you have a quality pair of closed back studio headphones they are perfectly adequate for certain things. The problems with mixing with headphones (Unless mixing specifically for listening on headphones) come with stereo localization and judging the stereo image of your mix. However, if you do not have a decent pair of monitors and a decent monitoring environment, you're not going to get much out of mixing on speakers either. In sub-optimal acoustic environments I tend to use both.
Thanks so much. Have had a bunch of happy accidents through fumbling.. but your tips are a great help in cutting to the chase. Looking forward to more.
@julianh100 That means its true mono, which is generally what you want with a snare. The most important thing is this: Does it sound good to you? The last thing you should do is worry about what a graph or a measurement instrument tells you about your sound, because it has nothing to do with it, only the electronics.
Haha yea I messed that part up. I was just sayin to make sure you have PLENTY of room with your audio level in your master volume track and to also make sure that your goniometer reading was on the positive (blue) side
How it going i am new to mixing. i have been learning from someone who has been mixing for years. I have notice you only have one voice track and it still sounds full. I thought(like i said i am new to the game) that u always had to double vocal tracks and pan them to get it full.
No, you rarely double vocal tracks because it is so hard to get them to sound identical. The reason mine sound so full is because I added a space reverb to the vocal track. However, don't over do it with reverb like most people do. Reverb is just helpful to ad "space" to your tracks when you are in a confined area when recording. Out of 100% reverb, I have 17% reverb set on my vocal track in the video. Play with it!
@golgod7n I felt the vocals could have done with a slight shelf in the 8k range and a broad dip in the mids to be honest. Sounded a bit muffled to my ears. Guitar was sounding great tho :)
Thank you for taking the time out to help. Your video's are very well done and informative.
6980farahat12 1 month ago
I'm working on a song in logic that uses a lot of MIDI instruments. Should I make a mix of just instruments and then record vocals over that mix? Or should I do vocals and instruments in the same original mix? Your videos are incredibly helpful btw.
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@13perspectives Definitely track vocals in the same mix as the entire song, as this will enable you to make adjustments to the accompaniment to slot the vocal in. EQ's is much less about getting stuff to sound good by itself, but rather to clear space in the frequency spectrum for each individual element of the mix. If you mix an awesome sounding backing track, and then record vocals on that, there is a very good chance that you will have difficulties making the vocal fit in the song.
BjerkeRobin 2 weeks ago
what are your input levels?
Shi7Disc0 2 months ago
Utorrent haha
Shi7Disc0 2 months ago
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AlexanderLycke 3 months ago in playlist Fler videoklipp från golgod7n
What brand mic do you use?
Michael55443 3 months ago
thanks for great video, really helpful! ive got one quick question, where can i find the multimeter? im using logic express so im not sure if maybe express doesnt have that?
AAhsim23 5 months ago
Not using UTorrent or anything ;)
notttom 7 months ago
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notttom 7 months ago
Nice Video! When I record my guitar into logic it plays back only on the right monitor. I have to use automation to hear it on both speakers. How can I record directly in to logic and hear the guitar in both monitors?
RSXMUZIK 7 months ago
I love the sound of your guitar, what type of mic did you use and how did you place it?
peppe877 7 months ago
@peppe877
I recorded this using my Taylor guitar and 2 condenser microphones. Obviously the high quality guitar makes a big difference but as for mic placement I placed one pencil condenser mic pointed at the 17th fret and the other standard vocal condenser about a foot out and to the right of the sound hole.
golgod7n 7 months ago
@golgod7n Yeah, of course the guitar plays a major role. But thanks anyways for the micing tips!
peppe877 7 months ago
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an u pls suggest me good refernce set of speakers for mixing the song?pls
vikramnagilvmusic 9 months ago
@vikramnagilvmusic It all depends on the style of music you are working with, and your budget. For really nice, entry level speakers I'd have a listen to the KRK RP5G2's. You can pick them up for not much over $200 these days.
BjerkeRobin 2 weeks ago
can u pls suggest me good refernce set of speakers for mixing the song?pls
vikramnagilvmusic 9 months ago
utorrent AWWWWW YEEEAAAAHHHHH
YoMyEx 9 months ago 6
@YoMyEx
Lol who doesn't use it nowadays. Surprised physical cd's still sell anymore lol
golgod7n 7 months ago
you nailed it when you said people use EQ gain to bump up volume. GUILTY! Ha, I am such a beginner. Love it tho so much to learn. What interface are you using? I have m-audio fast track
wantit1 9 months ago
you nailed it when you said people use EQ gain to bump up volume. GUILTY! Ha, I am such a beginner. Love it tho so much to learn.
wantit1 9 months ago
Thanks for tips brosef
mazurmax 10 months ago
the AKG headphones are great for acoustic stuff but when you want a full mix especially synth tracks they don't give a true full sound : (
ghettoairika 10 months ago
@ghettoairika what headphones would u recommend?
reedopussy 8 months ago
I have a question: when I mix & master my songs, everything sounds exactly the way I want it to. When I use my stereo to listen to it, the instruments sound louder than the vocals. Why is that? I use my earphones to make music. I wonder if that's the problem. I have identified the problem in some CD's like the newest timbaland cd.
bet00lmos 11 months ago
@bet00lmos
You shouldn't be mixing with headphones. You should be using a good set of stereo studio speakers
golgod7n 11 months ago 4
@golgod7n I use headphones to mix as well! I use AKG acoustic headphones to mix becuase they give a flat respone! I feel like Its harder for me to use studio monitors because I can't hear the little details in my songs! What studio monitors would recommend or are flat akg headphones suitable?!
prettdboy 11 months ago
@prettdboy If you have a quality pair of closed back studio headphones they are perfectly adequate for certain things. The problems with mixing with headphones (Unless mixing specifically for listening on headphones) come with stereo localization and judging the stereo image of your mix. However, if you do not have a decent pair of monitors and a decent monitoring environment, you're not going to get much out of mixing on speakers either. In sub-optimal acoustic environments I tend to use both.
BjerkeRobin 2 weeks ago
Thanks so much. Have had a bunch of happy accidents through fumbling.. but your tips are a great help in cutting to the chase. Looking forward to more.
antillais 1 year ago
Guitars sounded great.
BorisIsThunder 1 year ago
when i write some electronic music, the snare shows up as a line right down the middle in the goniometer. is that bad? if so, how to i prevent it?
julianh100 1 year ago
@julianh100 That means its true mono, which is generally what you want with a snare. The most important thing is this: Does it sound good to you? The last thing you should do is worry about what a graph or a measurement instrument tells you about your sound, because it has nothing to do with it, only the electronics.
BjerkeRobin 2 weeks ago
I cant hear a word you say between 5:20 - 5:42... What did you say? Having a feeling that it was important.
storjoel 1 year ago 13
@storjoel
Haha yea I messed that part up. I was just sayin to make sure you have PLENTY of room with your audio level in your master volume track and to also make sure that your goniometer reading was on the positive (blue) side
golgod7n 1 year ago
@golgod7n Why? Fairly important concept to establish. Phase correlation and mono compatibility and all that.
BjerkeRobin 2 weeks ago
Dude, you are the man!!!
Thanks so much for the help
theNo10 1 year ago
@theNo10
haha no problem
golgod7n 1 year ago
Thanks
etstrong98 1 year ago
@etstrong98
No problem!
golgod7n 1 year ago
How it going i am new to mixing. i have been learning from someone who has been mixing for years. I have notice you only have one voice track and it still sounds full. I thought(like i said i am new to the game) that u always had to double vocal tracks and pan them to get it full.
etstrong98 1 year ago
@etstrong98
No, you rarely double vocal tracks because it is so hard to get them to sound identical. The reason mine sound so full is because I added a space reverb to the vocal track. However, don't over do it with reverb like most people do. Reverb is just helpful to ad "space" to your tracks when you are in a confined area when recording. Out of 100% reverb, I have 17% reverb set on my vocal track in the video. Play with it!
golgod7n 1 year ago
@golgod7n I felt the vocals could have done with a slight shelf in the 8k range and a broad dip in the mids to be honest. Sounded a bit muffled to my ears. Guitar was sounding great tho :)
BjerkeRobin 2 weeks ago