Recording Secrets for the Small Studio

Recording Secrets for the Small Studio is a comprehensive guide that provides practical techniques and insights for achieving commercial-grade recordings in small studios. Based on the backroom strategies of over 250 famous producers, the book leads users through a logical sequence of tasks to build live-room skills progressively. It covers mic technique, advanced techniques, budget management, and making the best use of limited equipment and session time. The new edition has been extensively expanded and updated, with new sections on contact mics, software instruments, squash mics, and ensemble depth distortion.

Format: Hardback
Length: 482 pages
Publication date: 16 November 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In this comprehensive and accessible guide, we delve into the world of commercial-grade recordings, empowering you to achieve exceptional results, even in the smallest of studios. Drawing upon the expertise of over 250 renowned producers, Recording Secrets for the Small Studio offers a step-by-step roadmap to building your live-room skills, starting from the very fundamentals. With user-friendly explanations and a logical progression of practical tasks, this guide empowers you to tackle a wide range of real-world recording situations with confidence.

Whether you're a small-studio enthusiast or a student seeking an intensive training course, this book is designed to fast-track your journey to releasing quality recordings. Throughout, you'll uncover essential principles of mic technique that you can apply in any recording scenario, avoiding common mistakes that can compromise the sonics of lower-budget productions.

But that's not all! We'll also explore advanced techniques employed by industry insiders to maintain their competitive edge, even in challenging conditions. From creative phase manipulation to improvised acoustics tweaks, innovative monitoring workarounds, and subtle psychological tricks, this guide provides a treasure trove of valuable insights.

Furthermore, we'll guide you on how to make the most of limited equipment and session time, especially when you're engineering and producing single-handedly. By picking up tips and tricks from celebrated engineers and producers across a diverse range of stylistic spectrums, you'll expand your repertoire and refine your recording skills to new heights.

So, whether you're a seasoned professional or a budding recording enthusiast, Recording Secrets for the Small Studio is your ultimate guide to unlocking the full potential of your small studio and achieving commercial-grade recordings. Embrace the power of knowledge, embrace the art of recording, and let your music soar to new heights!

Weight: 1070g
Dimension: 235 x 191 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032229560
Edition number: 2 ed