Musician's Survival Guide to a Killer Record

Musician's Survival Guide to a Killer Record

Author: Mixerman

Publisher: Mixerman Publishes

Published: 2018-10-10

Total Pages: 335

ISBN-13: 0960040552

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Musician's Record It takes many years to excel at recording (whether at home or in a commercial facility), and if you desire to become a professional recordist then that's what's required. But if you're a musician who wants to garner a reaction to your song, then you don't have time for that. You need to make a Killer Record right now. But how? First, stop thinking like a recordist. If you're a musician, and you record, this book will prove an invaluable resource (I encourage you to read the reviews. People love this book). I explain all the things that I've learned as a high-level professional recordist, mixer, and producer over the course of decades, but as they relate to you as a musician, your songs, and the long view of your recording career. The Goal The stated goal of this book is to convert recording decisions into musical ones, and technical decisions into practical ones. Not only do I explain the musical strategies for making a Killer Record, I also break the technical information down to its core so that you can strategize based on your recording reality. So long as you have what you need to make a record, I can help you make it a Killer Record. This is the only additional gear you'll require to greatly improve the quality of your records. Who am I? I'm Mixerman, a gold and multi-platinum award winning producer, mixer, and recordist. I was in precisely your position at the early stages of my career. I was a musician, frustrated that I could write a good song, only to feel the record itself fell short of it's potential. Over the course of my decades recording, I noticed that the performance and arrangement had a far greater impact on the sound than anything I did on the engineering side. The more musical my decisions, the better my results. What You Can Expect This Studio Field Manual is chock full of recording, mixing, and producing strategies designed to keep recording a fun and focused process. You will return to this manual time and time again to help you overcome any impediment--technical or musical--that might prevent you from achieving the results you seek, regardless of your recording environment, regardless of what equipment you're using, and regardless of your current skillset. You can make a Killer Record under nearly any circumstance. It just requires the right mindset.


Craig Anderton's Home Recording for Musicians

Craig Anderton's Home Recording for Musicians

Author: Craig Anderton

Publisher: Music Sales

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780825615009

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Home Recording for Musicians is the definitive book on understanding and using, today's recording technology. Whether amateur or professional, you will find that this book is packed with useful tips on every aspect of recording, from the initial purchase of your gear to mixing and assembling a master tape or CD.


Home Recording For Musicians For Dummies

Home Recording For Musicians For Dummies

Author: Jeff Strong

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2005-07-15

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 9780471759256

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Build a home studio to fit any budget Explore equipment and techniques for making top-notch recordings at home You've picked a perfect time to start recording! From PC-based to studio-in-a-box, today's equipment lets you put together a professional quality CD right at home, if you know how to use it. This guide covers everything from microphone placement to multitracking and mastering, helping you choose the right tools and use them like a pro. Discover how to: Create a studio around your budget Direct signal flow to maximize your sound Apply the best microphone techniques Use compressors and limiters properly Build a space for optimum mixing


The Everything Guide to Digital Home Recording

The Everything Guide to Digital Home Recording

Author: Marc Schonbrun

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2009-10-18

Total Pages: 299

ISBN-13: 1440501785

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Leona Lewis, Lily Allen, and Colbie Caillat all became famous after their self-produced music was posted on the Internet. And now anyone who’s ever practiced in front of the mirror for hours wants to try it too. This guide shows aspiring musicians how to turn their computers into a music studio. Professional musician Marc Schonbrun leads you step-by-step through the basics of home recording, including: Tips on how to make—and stick to—a recording budget The best digital recording software Microphones, mixers, and electronic hardware Recording for individual instruments and virtual instruments Mixing, mastering, and advanced recording techniques For a fraction of the cost of recording, you can become their own engineers. You’ll learn to create tracks complete with digital effects, virtual instruments, and sound quality that rival professional studios. In no time, you’ll be ready for your time in the spotlight!


Recording and Producing in the Home Studio

Recording and Producing in the Home Studio

Author: David Franz

Publisher: Berklee Press

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 262

ISBN-13: 9780876390481

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(Berklee Methods). With the explosion of project studio gear available, it's easier than ever to create pro-quality music at home. This book is the only reference you'll ever need to start producing and engineering your music or other artists' music in your very own home studio. You don't have a home studio yet, but have some basic equipment? This essential guide will help you set up your studio, begin producing projects, develop your engineering skills and manage your projects. Stop dreaming and start producing!


The Complete Idiot's Guide to Home Recording Illustrated

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Home Recording Illustrated

Author: Clayton Walnum

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 9781592571222

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In this book you get: a practical explanation of how a multitrack recorder is used to separate vocals and instrumentation ; techniques for fixing a less than stellar performance without completely re-recording the track ; handy forms and documents used to maintain a log of the recording process ; and inspiring ideas for incorporating drum machines, loops, and such effects as reverb and echo to enhance your recording.


The Musician's Guide to Pro Tools

The Musician's Guide to Pro Tools

Author: John Keane

Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional

Published: 2007-10-16

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 0071595902

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"I'd recommend this book to anyone, whether beginner or expert." --From the Foreword by Peter Buck of R.E.M. "Because everything is explained so concisely, you spend less time wading through pages and more time recording music." --Sound on Sound magazine "An excellent book for any engineer or home recordist just getting into Pro Tools." --Tape Op magazine


The Acoustic Musician's Guide to Sound Reinforcement & Live Recording

The Acoustic Musician's Guide to Sound Reinforcement & Live Recording

Author: Mike Sokol

Publisher: Prentice Hall

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780134335094

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This book is for acoustic musicians and sound engineers that work in the live sound and recording arenas. It tells how to set up and operate a sound system and describes the techniques that must be learned to provide good performance experiences for musicians and audiences. The book teaches how to set up a stage for acoustic acts and discusses the selection and placement of critical components such as speakers, amplifiers, microphones and pickups.


Home Recording for Beginners

Home Recording for Beginners

Author: Geoffrey Francis

Publisher: Course Technology

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 225

ISBN-13: 9781598638813

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CD-ROM includes evaluation software [REAPER v. 2.5], sample files, projects and exercises.