Guitars
My Guitar Sounds like a Chainsaw
Certain things you just can't fix, but learn what you CAN do.
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Mixing a Live Band
Sometimes the best approach to cleaning up our mix is the simplest. Applying a highpass filter to select individual inputs can take a mix from muddy to clear in just a few steps. Jeff walks us through an example in this video using Waves plugins.
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Dirty Bass
Explore an advanced technique to enhance the bass guitar's presence in a mix. This technique is especially effective in large venues. Creating a ‘dirty bass’ channel adds a distinct edge and clarity to the bass mix. This approach involves using heavy compression and distortion effects. They are traditionally associated with guitar processing. The effects are tailored to enrich the bass without overpowering it.
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What to do with a Muddy Guitar
A muddy guitar that hides the instrument’s true tone is not what you want. Using a high-pass filter to get rid of unwanted low frequencies that make the guitar sound muddy is essential to your EQ. Adjusting the filter more than usual can greatly improve the guitar’s presence and fit with the full band. This gives you a cleaner and clearer sound.
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Volume or Pan?
Lee walks through a technique for enhancing the presence and spatial dynamics of lead guitars in your mix. Delve into the strategy of panning lead guitars asymmetrically. This creates a captivating stereo image with a simple yet effective method.
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Achieve a Clear Acoustic Guitar Sound
Jeff Sandstrom dives into the art of mixing an acoustic guitar within a complex live band setup. He emphasizes the need to create space and clarity amidst various instruments. He also covers techniques for enhancing the acoustic guitar’s sound. It’s important to consider the interaction it has with other elements in the mix including the snare, hi-hats, and tambourines. This approach aims to bring life and energy to the acoustic guitar. It also ensures it doesn’t compete with similar frequency ranges of other instruments.