Chris and Jody dive-bomb into the art and science of recording electric guitars. From ensuring your instrument is in top-notch condition to navigating the realms of amps and plugins, we’ll uncover the techniques that guarantee success in your guitar recording sessions.
🎸 Guitar Maintenance 101: Keeping the Sparks Alive: We’ll kick things off by discussing the crucial importance of maintaining your electric guitar. From changing strings to addressing fretboard issues, learn the secrets to keeping your instrument in peak condition for recording sessions. A well-maintained guitar is not just a pleasure to play; it’s the foundation of a stellar recording.
🔌 Amp Anthems: Navigating the Sonic Landscape: Dive into the world of amplifiers and discover how they can shape the sonic character of your recordings. From tube warmth to digital versatility, we’ll explore different amp types, share tips for mic placement, and discuss the nuances of capturing the perfect guitar tone for your tracks.
🎛️ Plugin Power: Elevating Your Guitar Tracks in the Digital Realm: Explore the realm of plugins and digital processing for electric guitars. Whether you’re sculpting tones with amp simulations, experimenting with effects, or diving into advanced processing chains, we’ll guide you through the vast landscape of virtual gear to enhance your recordings.
🤔 Success Stories and Epic Fails: Delve into real-world anecdotes of successful electric guitar recordings, as well as epic fails that led to unexpected creative breakthroughs. Learn from our experiences, laugh at the mishaps, and gain insights that will inspire you to experiment fearlessly in your own sessions.
Join us on this sonic adventure as we uncover the secrets to successful electric guitar recording. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just plugging in for the first time, there’s always something new to discover in the world of electric guitars, and we’re here to guide you through the process with a dash of fun and a sprinkle of nonsense!
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Gear we used:
Jody’s Mic & Voice Chain: Telefunken C12 – Groove Tubes Vipre – Apollo – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA Studer A800
Jody’s Channel Strip: iZotope RX Spectral DeNoise – iZotope RX Mouth DeClick – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA 1176E
Chris’ Mic & Voice Chain: Slate ML1 – Apollo – UA – Slate VMR (FG12, FG73, API Eq, SSL 4kE) – iZotope RX Voice – DeNoise
Chris’ Channel Strip: Eventide Precision Time Align – iZotope RX Spectral DeNoise – iZotope RX Mouth DeClick – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA 1176E
Master: Oek Sound Soothe 2 – iZotope Ozone Imager – iZotope Ozone Maximize.
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Breaking Down Sound & Gear
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