Category : Recording Techniques
Here is another Drum Recording Example we recorded while a session was running at Signature Sound Recording Studio. The purpose of these videos is to help you add trick and techniques to your tool box. It is important to know how to capture multiple types of sounds and styles because clients can be very particular [...]
We are excited to present the first artist to be featured in our new project called Signature Sound Sessions. This projects focus’s on local San Diego talent, which gives them an opportunity to not only record at our facility but also create a live video performance. Studio Manager Luis Arteaga was enjoying a Saturday in [...]
Joe Marlett at Signature Sound Recording Studio tracking drums for Fenix TX with Drummer Hayden Scott from Awolnation. Joe explains one of his recording techniques to get a pumped rock sound primarily on the snare by using a U67 above it. This is a great method and something to add to your toolbox of techniques [...]
Quadruple Mic Setup: Out of all the “simple” drum miking techniques, you get the most flexibility when you are able to use four microphones. Here are a couple ideas to get you going: Example 2: X-Y, Kick, and Snare Derived from a setup that we have gone over and modified. This technique involves placing X-Y [...]
When recording electric guitar, it is a fairly common practice to use two different microphones blended together to produce a good tone. The most common electric guitar mic pairing would most likely be a Shure SM57 and a Sennheiser 421. These are both incredibly abundant microphones, and they are easily accessible to even the smallest [...]
Welcome back to Signature Sound’s weekly article series! I’m your host, Jambot, and today we will be taking a look at song structure at its core. We will break down the necessity of pacing, the importance of smooth transitions and how to properly convey your message. Let’s begin! Pacing It is ESSENTIAL for you to [...]
Welcome back to Signature Sound’s article Mondays! This week, we will be dissecting what makes a successful hook. I am your host, Jambot, and we are going to analyze a few key features of a successful chorus. Our points of discussion will be how to create a hook that is easily identifiable, has a simple [...]
Welcome back to Signature Sound’s weekly music production blog! As always, I am your host, Jambot, and today I would like to present you with a short list of tips that will help you improve your vocal production whenever you are working with an artist. We will be taking a look at selecting the right [...]