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How can I use an extra tom microphone when using the Scarlett 18I20?
I need to be able to use an extra tom microphone for my Scarlett 18I20 interface. The problem is that I already have microphones for inputs 1-4 (Bass Drum, Snare, Tom 1, Tom 2) and then I have 2 ...
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Recording technique: not letting the crash cymbals ring out
I listened to the following song this morning on the way into work. I heard something I hadn't heard before.
Each of the crash cymbals were very minimal, almost gated, or maybe miked from a distance.
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I am trying to setup my roland td-3 drum kit as a MIDI controller
So far I've setup the kit in ableton live 10 as remote control and turned local control off on the kit itself. I've been following the guide in ableton step by step so far but failing at 'verifying ...
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Which should I record first?
So my problem is that I don't know which is recorded first, do you record the orchestra first or do you record the drums or guitar first?
I've tried recording the drums first but it didn't sound ...
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With EZ Drummer 2, when do you use a midi pack versus an EZX?
With EZ Drummer 2, when do you use a midi pack versus an EZX extension? I'm not sure when to use one versus the other.
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how can i mic a 7 piece drumkit to record it in a professional studio
The type of drum is a standard kit ....and i need to know the types of mics i will need to use and also their type (condenser/dynamic),brand names along with frequency response,directionality in terms ...
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Where can I get Native American drum and flute samples [closed]
I would like to be able to dynamically compose music using JavaScript using the sounds like from this video. I don't know where you would even begin. Do I need to record it all myself or is there some ...
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Use MIDI e-drums sounds in Ableton 10
I have no experience with Ableton, but I wanted to start learning by recording some drums samples with my e-drums (Alesis Crimson 2).
I already set up the instrument and it sends and receives MIDI ...
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Record multiple mics on one line
Is there a way I can connect two or more headset microphones to a single jack to record drums?
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how to set up electronic drums in ableton
sorry about the repost, I couldn't write a comment on the previous one, because I wasn't registered
So, I have Alesis DM Lite electronic drum kit and I also have Ableton Live 9 software. I want to ...
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How can I transitionally change tempo of some portion of midi drums in Mixcraft 7.0?
From the last fourth of bridge to chorus and onwards I want tempo to speed up from 100 to 110. How can I do it in my Mixcraft 7.0? what I know is to jump tempo discretely but now I wonder how I can do ...
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set up electronic drums in ableton
So, I have Alesis DM Lite electronic drum kit and I also have Ableton Live 9 software. I want to record the drums thorugh Ableton, but I don't know how to set up the drums in the software. The drum ...
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Record drums for cheap
As of in the title, I'd like to record my acoustic drumset fairly cheap, but I have no idea of what I need to buy to do it.
My drumset is made of:
hi-hat
snare drum
2x Tom's, and a floor Tom
kick
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How can I find a room suitable for writing, recording and rehearsing with a band?
I've tried rehearsal studios, but you can hear the band next to you, so they aren't good for recording or writing.
I've thought about renting office space, but the neighbors probably wouldn't ...
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How Can I Isolate Individual Drums From An Overhead Track?
Me and my band were demoing some stuff at rehearsal the other day. For my style of mixing, I'd much prefer every drum close miked and as isolated as possible from everything, but this wasn't possible ...
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I'm using a Roland TD-11KV Electric drum kit, and recording the toms sound different. Why is this?
I'm not sure if you guys can download the recording here, but please try.
All the drum pieces sound well, except for the toms. I wonder what's wrong?
Do any of you have experience recording with a ...
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How to sync original bpm of an mp3 file to the bpm of my drum module?
I start by creating a drum loop or a percussion loop in Acoustica Mixcraft at a specified bpm. I turn into an mp3 file, store it on a usb, connect the usb to my Roland TD-30 Module and play it as a ...
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Methods of effectively recording drums (out of studio)
I have made many drum covers on youtube but I find it hard to record drums. I have settled for using a decent quality camera and hoping it picks up the sound okay.
I was wondering, is there any ...
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Getting Started Recording and Arranging Drums, Guitar, Bass, Vocals, Etc
I'm new to the recording scene, and I'd like to jump right into making professional sounding, high-quality productions. Now that I can play the instruments, I need to know a few things about recording:...
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How many sound interface inputs do I need to record drums?
I'm aiming to buy a sound interface to start recording. I need to record drums, guitars, vocals, and bass. I notice most products have XLR inputs with pre-amps (usually 2, 4 to 8), and have extra 6....
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How to be consistent in studio performance?
Every time I hear myself playing in a studio recording setup, I feel like my playing is inconsistent in terms of tempo and dynamics, regardless of the instrument (drums or guitar).
I know I can ...
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Tools to create drums backing track for non-drummer
I am looking for a comfortable way to create a drums backing track in order to use them in my recordings.
currently I have 2 options (since I am not a drummer)
drum machine - very mechanic and ...
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