MUSX-124 Notebook by Miller, Piera https://padlet.com/pmiller151/v7x9do5o04kovi2t Made with passion en-us 2020-08-28 18:25:06 UTC 2020-12-12 04:42:22 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f3b6.png Capitol Studios pmiller151 https://padlet.com/pmiller151/v7x9do5o04kovi2t/wish/708066207
In this video, I watched the story behind Capitol Studios. In the video, the vice president of the studio told us the history behind the studio and then gave us a tour of the capitol. The approach was focused on informing the audience. As I watched the video, I knew that different rooms were made for different things, but the fact that people actually separate and then come back with the finished project. I am used to just hearing about the mastering and mixing. I didn’t know how much history a studio could hold, but it makes sense because with each record or album that’s released it tells a story. I can look at the whole building and really say I can’t name anything but the speakers, microphone, and speakers. I am new to equipment and have a lot to learn. 
 

]]> 2020-08-31 05:49:12 UTC https://padlet.com/pmiller151/v7x9do5o04kovi2t/wish/708066207 Microphones https://padlet.com/pmiller151/v7x9do5o04kovi2t/wish/1011872539 3 types of mics: 
1. Dynamic-they change the acoustic energy into electric. Cant respond to sound waves quickly. They are robust and durable and not sensitive to temp or humidity. Best with mid-frequency response, weak at high frequency levels
Used for sound reinforcement, snare drums, guitar micing, voice-overs and broadcasting. Closer the mic to the source the better But too close would be an issue. Keep the mic a foot or two away from the instrument.
2. Ribbon Mic- moves quickly in response to high frequency. Smoother response. BUUUt they're fragile. They have a flat frequency response. Don't need internal or external power. Best for cymbals, brass, electric and acoustic guitars, bass, and piano 
3. Condensor Mic: Small and Large diaphragm. Humidity and temperature affect their performance They need interior or an exterior power source. Large is a bit bulky. Extended low and high frequency response 
Used for cymbals, drum overheads, piano, acoustic guitars, vocals, and strings.  Keep the mic close so the sound is even, balanced, and louder. No proximity effect with these mics

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Gain staging: the process of setting input levels so that you get the best balance 
A good box to use is the USB96 from Audio Box

]]> 2020-12-12 03:55:44 UTC https://padlet.com/pmiller151/v7x9do5o04kovi2t/wish/1011878689 Technical terms of week 2 https://padlet.com/pmiller151/v7x9do5o04kovi2t/wish/1011889691 Proximity effect-the increase in low end or a directional mic is moved closer to the audio source. 
Frequency response: the range of sound a mic can produce and how sensitive a mic is within that range 
Shaped response is better for vocals 
Electrical output- sensitivity voltage at know sound level 
More sensitive mics pick up more distant sounds 
Phantom power: between 12-48 volts of DC voltage
Phase cancellation: Make sure all mics being used are phased the same way]]> 2020-12-12 04:12:40 UTC https://padlet.com/pmiller151/v7x9do5o04kovi2t/wish/1011889691 Recording References https://padlet.com/pmiller151/v7x9do5o04kovi2t/wish/1011895089 No matter what instrument you are recording, you need to make sure the angle of your mic compliments the instrument you are recording. 
1. Guitar: Can record with 1 or 2 mics. Place the mic a foot or so away from the center whole/where you strum the strings. Use a condenser mic or ribbon mic.  
2. Piano:The set up does depend on what type of piano you have(how old, etc) Make sure the inside of the piano is exposed so the sound of the keys can be picked up easily. The closer the better. Use small-diaphragm condenser mics. 
3. Vocals: Keep the mic a foot or so away from your vocalist. Best microphones for recording vocals are condenser mics.
4. Drums: You need a mic for basically every part of the drums. Overhead drums mics, snares, and kick-drums, etc.
5. Strings: Keep the mic a foot or 3 away from the instrument. use a condenser mic as well.
6. Brass: Keep the mic at least 10 in away from the end of the tube. The mic should be at a 90 degree angle
Large diaphragm condenser is best for recording brass. Really great at picking up sound and the
recording is very clear. 

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