Better Acoustic Guitar Tone / Episode 28
EPISODE 28 Better Acoustic Guitar Tone
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Zoom A1 FOUR Acoustic Multi-Effects Processor https://amzn.to/2FWjFQa
The problem - weak tone, now volume control, thin, jangly tone
The solution - use a multi-effects pedal on the acoustic
Several ways - you could use real life pedalboard - Simple Setup = Tuner - Compressor - Reverb
Very affordable, easy to use, flexible - multi effects processor (any will do!) You can even use one for an electric guitar!
How to plug it all up:
Guitar
Cable to unit
Direct box to your mixer (if needed) some include a DI function with xlr out
Episode 29 Better Bass Tone
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Caline Bass DI under $40 https://amzn.to/3lsbBHc
MXR M80 Bass DI+ https://amzn.to/3gxGK89
SansAmp Tech 21 Bass Driver https://amzn.to/31sETNW
The problem - frumpy bass tone, no low end boost, no presence in tone, sounds thin and weak
The solution - use an amp modeler type DI box for the bass / You can use a guitar fx processor as well Lin 6 X3 Live….. eBay $100
Simple setup - tuner - amp DI - direct to the Mixer
Very affordable, easy to use, flexible - multi effects processor (any will do!) You can even use one for an electric guitar!
How to plug it all up:
Bass
1/4” cable into the pedal/dibox
Direct out of the box to the mixer
Episode 30 Better Vocal Tone
Better Vocals Every Sunday Morning - Even on the LIVESTREAM
Gear:
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INTRO TO THIS EPISODE
Everyone wants to sound amazing on the stage and now on the live stream. The audio we are creating right now every week can be awesome or it can haunt you on the Facebook live replay… It can really mess with your mind to hear yourself back on the livestream! If you follow some simple steps, you can improve the whole production and recording quality of your voice.
Warm Up Every Day
Pick the key you can sing easily (in the morning)
Pick the right songs for your vocal style
Pick the microphone that works for YOUR voice
Sure SM7B (very popular for podcasts, vocals), Sure SM58, Sure SM57 with PopFilter, CAD195 (discontinued)
Use a pop filter
Use Effects - EQ / COMPRESSION / VERB / MAYBE PITCH CORRECTION?
Spend Time on YOUR vocal sound… the whole picture until you sound awesome and feel comfortable