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Recording
The recording process involves using 16
simultaneous, high quality tracks which are recorded into PRO TOOLS with the use of
high quality microphones. The recording process is
adapted to your specific situation, so anything is possible.
When
recording bands each instrument is mic'ed
up individually just like in the studio and vocals are usually taken
direct into our preamps then routed into the PA
system. Then each track is recorded separately into
the Powerbook giving me
the capabilities to mix and master the tracks in my home studio or
bring my studio to the band. This method ensures proper
levels of each instrument, making for a great sounding CD. It
also gives the option to add any effects, to any of the tracks, after
the show. (such as EQ, compression, reverb, delay, or anything the band
might request). It is also possible to overdub vocals,
guitars, drums or anything you want into the mix after the show.
If the show
is at a bigger venue where a house PA system is used, that is fine
too. Usually we can do 16 direct tracks off the sound board.
For bigger
places and outdoor shows we have 100ft 16x4 snake.
Mixing
The Mix down is the art of leveling, equalizing, and effecting all
the various sources from many tracks down to a stereo mix.
During the mix down it is recommended that some of the band
sit in to have creative control over their music. If no band
member wants to be present for any of the mix down that is ok
too.
Since we have experience recording live, you can be assured we
will preserve the "live feel" of your band, giving you a
crisp and clean recording of your show. There is also the
option of us mixing a few songs from the show and giving it to the band
for pre-mastering approval. If the band is satisfied with the mix then we
will continue on that path. If the band wants things to be
changed, such as levels, we will go back and change them. The sound can be completly up to you.
For clients outside the New Paltz area there are a couple of
options. One option is the trial and error method as stated as
above. The other option is for ALR to bring the studio to your home and
do the mixing there. This is not a problem because the studio
is portable, but the client does need to pay for travel
expenses.
Mastering
Mastering is the process of taking the stereo mix and putting it in the
final album-ready form. After making sure the band is pleased
with the final mixdown, some or all of the songs can be mastered using
Sound Forge or T-racks. Fades, EQ, final compression,
limiting, accurate volume levels of each song, and other small details
are done to your music to ensure the best possible sounding CD.
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