As promised in the previous post, here are some sound samples to demonstrate the sonic differences between the DIY EZ1290 Neve-style Mic preamps and the stock preamps…… Read more “DIY preamps continued….”
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The DIY preamp saga
There comes a point when many a recording engineer starts to consider the finer points of the recording chain, and inevitably finds themselves in the esoteric world of mic…… Read more “The DIY preamp saga”
DIY Sub Kick
The concept of a sub kick is very simple, take a large speaker and use it in reverse as a microphone specifically for picking up low frequency…… Read more “DIY Sub Kick”
Modifying the T.Bone SC1100 mic
Modifying the T.Bone SC1100 Large Diaphragm Condensor Mic I bought one of these mics a while ago on the recommendation of a vocalist friend. Considering it cost about…… Read more “Modifying the T.Bone SC1100 mic”
Zen and the Art Of Microphone Modification
After much standing on the side procrastinating, reading various websites, blogs and how-to guides, I decided to get my hands dirty and take on…… Read more “Zen and the Art Of Microphone Modification”
A location recording case study – The Duval Project
Here's the first of 2 videos from this superb Bristol-based Nu soul / R&B outfit. Location recorded and mixed by Wij Productions. http://youtu.be/5ZrNcKT3IDI This was an intense… Read more "A location recording case study – The Duval Project"
Recording a 9-piece latin band (in layers) – Timbaterra Salsa EP
This recording of the Bristol-based latin band Timbaterra comprises 4 tracks covering Reggaeton, Salsa Romantica and modern salsa styles with influences from Cuban Timba. Recorded in Bristol…… Read more “Recording a 9-piece latin band (in layers) – Timbaterra Salsa EP”