Home Studio Corner

If you have questions, you can ask them here: www.askjoegilder.com (http://www.askjoegilder.com) Questions covered this week: * When I compare my music to what I hear on the radio, the music on the radio sounds better. What do the big studios have that I don't have? * What interesting effects do you use on vocals? * How do I record my guitar and the direct signal at the same time? * How do I deal with loud S's in my vocals? * How do I compress the vocals to keep them at a consistent volume? Subscribe via: * iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/home-studio-corner-podcast/id358731231) * RSS Feed (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/feed/hsc-podcast/)

Wait...WHAT!? Yeah, baby, the podcast is back and ready to rock. After some technical issues, the Ask Joe podcast is back. This time around, I'll be doing weekly, shorter podcasts. New episodes every Tuesday. If you have questions, you can ask them here: www.askjoegilder.com (http://www.askjoegilder.com) Questions covered this week: * What pad sounds do you use and why? * How do I sync my session tempo with my outboard delay unit? * Should I record acoustic guitar to a stereo track or two mono tracks? * Should I use EQ and compression on software instruments? If you're a podcaster or are interested in podcasting, check out a great site called The Podcaster's Studio (http://thepodcastersstudio.com/). Subscribe via: * iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/home-studio-corner-podcast/id358731231) * RSS Feed (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/feed/hsc-podcast/)

For this week's podcast, how about some mastering questions? Plus, one of my favorite topics, recording background vocals. Enjoy, and don't forget you can ask your question here: www.AskJoeGilder.com Topics covered: * How loud should you master your songs * Various ways to use meters while mastering * EQ-ing kick drum * EQ boosts vs cuts * Mid-Side Recording/Mixing * Compression attack and release settings * Recording great background vocal parts * and more... Links from the show: * Ian's Home Recording Masterclass (http://www.joelikes.com/hmm) (20% discount coupon "hsc" expires on Friday, September 14th) * More than One Way to Skin a Song (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/more-than-one-way-to-skin-a-song/) * Klanghelm VUMT (http://www.klanghelm.com/VUMT.html) (cheap VU Meter plugin) * "Out of Indiana" (http://joegilder.bandcamp.com/) (my album) * Recording Acoustic Guitar (http://www.UnderstandingRecording.com/acoustic) * Understanding Editing (http://www.UnderstandingEditing.com) * Recording Killer Vocals (http://www.UnderstandingRecording.com/vocals) Subscribe via: * iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/home-studio-corner-podcast/id358731231) * RSS Feed (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/feed/hsc-podcast/) * Email Newsletter (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/newsletter)

In this episode, we tackle some really interesting questions, including how I like to edit (i.e. "pocket") timing issues on tracks like bass. Enjoy, and don't forget you can ask your question here: www.AskJoeGilder.com Topics covered: * Mixing with a gain plugin * Using guitar amp simulators * Pocketing bass tracks * Wireless mic options * Adding an intro to a song * ...and a bunch more. Links from the show: * New class! Recording Electric Guitar (http://www.understandingrecording.com/electric) starts in two days (9/6/12) * And…Crappy Speaker for the Win! (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/and-crappy-speaker-for-the-win/) * Understanding Editing (http://www.UnderstandingEditing.com) * Review: Tech21 Sans Amp Character Series – VT Bass and California Pedals (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/review-tech21-sans-amp-character-series-vt-bass-and-california-pedals/) * Vox AC4TVH head (http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/AC4TVH/) and V112TV cab (http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/V112TV) Subscribe via: * iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/home-studio-corner-podcast/id358731231) * RSS Feed (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/feed/hsc-podcast/) * Email Newsletter (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/newsletter)

This podcast is getting old. 40 already? Eeeesh. Got some fun questions today. Happy listening. Don't forget, you can send in YOUR question at: www.AskJoeGilder.com Topics covered: * Guitar Layering * Plugin order - leaving a space at the beginning * EQ Carving * Normalizing * Small home studio space * Breathing sounds on acoustic guitar recording * Inserting time into your session * Reference tracks * Hissing sound while recording * Compressing snare drum * Upgrading software/hardware rant :) Links from the show: * New class! Recording Electric Guitar (http://www.understandingrecording.com/electric) * How to Choose the Right Room for Your Home Studio (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/right-studio-room/) * Inserting Time with Pro Tools [Video] (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/inserting-time-in-pro-tools-video/) * Setting Levels for Recording (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/setting-levels-for-recording-2/) Subscribe via: * iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/home-studio-corner-podcast/id358731231) * RSS Feed (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/feed/hsc-podcast/) * Email Newsletter (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/newsletter)

In this week's Ask Joe podcast, I answer some pretty cool questions. We cover everything from mixing vocals to how to decide how many tracks to record on a particular song. Enjoy! To send in YOUR question, go to: www.AskJoeGilder.com Topics covered: * Mixing vocals * Finding a good computer for recording * The right number of tracks for your song * Dealing with USB latency Links from the show: * 3 Ways to Find Your Focus in a Mix (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/3-ways-to-find-your-focus-in-a-mix/) * VIDEO: Dealing with USB Latency (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/video-dealing-with-usb-latency/) * Graham's video: 5 Minutes to a Better Mix: The Mute Button (http://therecordingrevolution.com/2011/05/14/5-minutes-to-a-better-mix-the-mute-button-part-14-of-31/) Subscribe via: * iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/home-studio-corner-podcast/id358731231) * RSS Feed (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/feed/hsc-podcast/) * Email Newsletter (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/newsletter)

In this episode, we talk about some awesome stuff, including home studios vs professional studios. If you've got a question, ask away here: www.AskJoeGilder.com Topics covered: * Tonal balance from song to song * EQ-ing and compressing electronic drum set * Getting better at mixing * Home vs Professional Studio * Acoustic treatment * Mixing vocals for the chorus * Drum miking * Compressors characteristics * Vocal clarity * Mic preamps * Multi-band compression * Gain plugins while mixing * Bass trapping * Mixing bass * External hard drives Links from the show: * HSC Newsletter (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/newsletter) * Importing Video into Pro Tool (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/importing-video-into-pro-tools-video/) * VIP Member (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/vip) * EZDrummer (http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/EZdrummer/) * Recording Multiple Output from EZDrummer (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/recording-multiple-outputs-from-ezdrummer-video/) * Derek West (mastering) (http://www.flybywestmusic.com/) * Yes Master Studios (http://www.yesmasterstudios.com/) * MixCoach.com (http://mixcoach.com/) * Audio Geek Zine's acoustic panels (http://audiogeekzine.com/2008/04/making-acoustic-panels-tutorial/) * Ben Gortmaker Interview (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/ben-gortmaker-podcast/) * Understanding Compression (http://www.understandingcompression.com/) * MultiBandCompression.com (http://www.multibandcompression.com/) * Understanding Your Room (http://www.understandingyourroom.com/) * REthink Your Room (http://joelikes.com/room) (affiliate link) * HSC Production Club (http://www.hscproductionclub.com) Subscribe via: * iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/home-studio-corner-podcast/id358731231) * RSS Feed (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/feed/hsc-podcast/) * Email Newsletter (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/newsletter)

In this week's episode of "Ask Joe," we tackle a bunch of EQ and reverb questions, plus lots of other fun stuff. If you've got a question, ask away here: www.AskJoeGilder.com Topics covered: * EQ-ing reverb and delay * Getting a non-muddy reverb sound * Choosing a new interface * Using backing tracks live * Inter-sample peaks * Writing drum tracks * Creative de-esser uses * M/S mastering * Finding time to record Links from the show: * Simply Recording Academy (http://simplyrecordingacademy.com/) * The Recording Revolution (http://therecordingrevolution.com/) * Presonus StudioLive 16.0.2 video (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/?s=Presonus+StudioLive+16.0.2+video) * Focusrite Liquid Saffire (http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/SaffireLQ56) * VIP Membership (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/members/vip-signup-2/) * EZDrummer (http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/EZdrummer/) * Danski's article on M/S Mastering (http://logicblog.info/logic-pro-blog/2010/11/21/how-to-create-a-midside-matrix-manually-in-logic-pro.html) Subscribe via: * iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/home-studio-corner-podcast/id358731231) * RSS Feed (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/feed/hsc-podcast/) * Email Newsletter (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/newsletter)

In this episode, we take a look at vocal recording and mixing, plus some other fun topics. Enjoy! If you've got a question, ask away here: www.AskJoeGilder.com Topics covered: * Recording an upright piano * Recording a dynamic vocalist * Multi-band compression and phase issues? * Acoustic treatment first steps * Mixing without compression? * Mixing vocals * Recording a choir * Using your interface with an iPad? Links from the show: * Simply Recording Academy (http://simplyrecordingacademy.com/) * Derek West (http://www.flybywestmusic.com/) * 4 Ways to Balance the Loud and Soft Parts Songs (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/4_way_to_balance_the_loud_and_soft_parts_of_a_song/) * MultiBandCompression.com (http://www.MultiBandCompression.com) * Auralex Roominators Project 2 Review (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/auralex-roominators-project-2-review-with-audio-examples/) * Understanding Your Room (http://www.understandingyourroom.com/) * Pensado's Place (http://www.pensadosplace.tv/) * Understanding Compression (http://www.understandingcompression.com/) * The 3:1 Rule (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/the-31-rule/) Subscribe via: * iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/home-studio-corner-podcast/id358731231) * RSS Feed (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/feed/hsc-podcast/) * Email Newsletter (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/newsletter)

In this episode I share a little bit about some of the cool things Presonus is doing (from my visit with them at the NAMM show), and I answer more of your questions. Happy listening!! If you've got a question, ask away here: www.AskJoeGilder.com (http://www.askjoegilder.com/) Topics covered: * Hooking up an external preamp * How to decide where to pan your tracks * Copyright and Public Domain * Sweet rack for only $15 * Mixing while recording * Setting levels * Dealing with mediocre musicians * Balancing drums * Parallel compression * Hanging guitars and acoustic treatment Links from the show: * NAMM Show (http://www.namm.org/thenammshow/2013) * Presonus (http://www.sweetwater.com/store/manufacturer/PreSonus) * Nimbit (http://www.nimbit.com/) * Noisetrade (http://noisetrade.com/) * Shure SM7B (http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/SM7B/) * Steinberg MR816x (http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/MR816X) * Preserve Processing Part 1 – Bus Several Tracks Through the Same Effect (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/preserve-processing-part-1-bus-several-tracks-through-the-same-effect/) * Preserve Processing Part 2 – Commit to Plug-in Settings (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/preserving-processing-part-2-commit-to-plug-in-settings/) * Preserve Processing Part 3 – Offline Processing (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/preserve-processing-part-3-offline-processing/) * How I Kicked Click Bleed to the Curb (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/how-i-kicked-click-bleed-to-the-curb/) * Parallel Processing – Bass [Video] (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/parallel-processing-bass-video/) * Parallel Processing – Drums [Video] (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/parallel-processing-drums-video/) * Graham's article on LCR Panning (http://therecordingrevolution.com/2011/05/04/5-minutes-to-a-better-mix-lcr-panning-part-4-of-31/) * IKEA Rast Nightstand Rack (http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/44361109/) * Why Stealing Plugins Makes Your Mixes Worse (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/why-stealing-plugins-makes-your-mixes-worse/) * Home Recording Tactics (http://www.homerecordingtactics.com/) * Understanding EQ (http://www.understandingeq.com) * Understanding Compression (http://www.understandingcompression.com/) * Presonus Studio One (http://studioone.presonus.com/) Subscribe via: * iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/home-studio-corner-podcast/id358731231) * RSS Feed (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/feed/hsc-podcast/) * Email Newsletter (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/newsletter)

Another week. Another podcast. Got some really good questions this week. If you sent one in, thank you. (It is quickly becoming very popular.) Got a burning question? (Or just a regular question?) Ask away here: www.AskJoeGilder.com (http://www.askjoegilder.com/) Happy listening! Topics covered: * Tips for adding extra "umph" to guitar tracks * Amp simulation * Re-amping * Recording with a newborn baby * Mic Preamps * Drum Overheads * Fader levels * Thunderbolt * Limiter thresholds * Solid State Drives Links from the show: * Dave Chick (http://www.insidehomerecording.com) (http://www.joelikes.com/mastering) * Home Recording Tactics (http://www.homerecordingtactics.com/) * Pond5 - service for selling your instrumental music (http://www.pond5.com/) * Plugin Order (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/plugin-order/) * Understanding EQ (http://www.UnderstandingEQ.com) * Understanding Compression (http://www.UnderstandingCompression.com) * Big Al's Site (http://www.homestudioguru.com/) * Simply Recording Podcast (http://simplyrecordingpodcast.com/) * Presonus Studio One (http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/S1Prof2/) * How to Connect Your External Preamp (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/connecting-preamp-to-interface/) * VRM Box Discussion on the Simply Recording Podcast (http://simplyrecordingpodcast.com/mixing-on-headphones) * Sennheiser HD650 Headphones Review (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/sennheiser-hd650-headphones-review/) Subscribe via: * iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/home-studio-corner-podcast/id358731231) * RSS Feed (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/feed/hsc-podcast/) * Email Newsletter (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/newsletter)

Got a new podcast for you today. If you're new to Home Studio Corner, I run a weekly podcast where I simply answer reader questions. (It is quickly becoming very popular.) If YOU have a question for the show, you can ask it here: www.AskJoeGilder.com (http://www.askjoegilder.com/) Happy listening! Topics covered: * Joe's new guitar! * Mixing drums * Should I record with compression? * Recording in stereo with or without a matched pair of mics? * Dealing with "fake-sounding" virtual instruments * Ribbon vs Condenser mics   Links from the show: * (http://www.joelikes.com/mastering)Production Club (http://http://www.hscproductionclub.com) * Ronan's Recording Show (http://www.ronansrecordingshow.com) * (http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/HD280Pro/)Gortmaker Podcast (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/ben-gortmaker-podcast/) * (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/eq-drums/)My Les Paul Forums (http://www.mylespaul.com/forums/%20Presonus%20) * Presonus Faderport (http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/FaderPort) * (http://www.haverstickdesigns.com)Understanding Your Room (http://www.understandingyourroom.com) Subscribe via: * iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/home-studio-corner-podcast/id358731231) * RSS Feed (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/feed/hsc-podcast/) * Email Newsletter (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/newsletter)    

The podcast is a few days late due to some traveling for the Gilder clan. I'm back in Nashville and have a brand spankin' new podcast for you Some topics covered today: * Should I upgrade my computer? * Mastering individual songs vs an album * Electric guitar recording techniques * External converters * My approach to mixing * Choosing studio monitors ... and a lot more. Happy listening! Links from the show: * Ian's Home Mastering Masterclass (http://www.joelikes.com/mastering) * Sennheiser HD280Pro (http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/HD280Pro/) * Drum EQ (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/eq-drums/) * Right Studio Room (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/right-studio-room/) * Gaven Haverstick of Haverstick Designs (http://www.haverstickdesigns.com) * Understanding Your Room (http://www.understandingyourroom.com) * HSC Daily Newsletter (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/newsletter) Subscribe via: * iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/home-studio-corner-podcast/id358731231) * RSS Feed (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/feed/hsc-podcast/) * Email Newsletter (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/newsletter)  

Lots of great questions this week. Keep 'em coming! Some questions covered today: * Should I mix and master separately? * How do I find clients in a rural area? * How do I pick my first pair of studio monitors? * How to not bite off more than you can chew with client work. * and lots more... Ask your questions over at www.AskJoeGilder.com (http://www.AskJoeGilder.com). Links from the show: * Intro to MIDI (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/intro-to-midi/) * VIP membership (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/members/vip-signup-1/) * Sennheiser HD650 Review (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/sennheiser-hd650-headphones-review/) * EZDrummer Review (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/ezdrummer-review-video/) * MultiBandCompression.com (http://www.MultiBandCompression.com) * HSCProductionClub.com (http://www.HSCProductionClub.com) * Tim Horsley (my drummer) (http://www.timhorsley.com) * Joel Bezaire (my bass player) (www.twitter.com/joel.bezaire) * Pensado's Place (http://thisweekin.com/pensados-place/) Subscribe via: * iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/home-studio-corner-podcast/id358731231) * RSS Feed (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/feed/hsc-podcast/) * Email Newsletter (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/newsletter)

I've got another big ol' pile of questions for you this week, plus I talk a little bit about the Production Club (http://www.hscproductionclub.com) (which is now open and accepting new students!). Some questions covered today: * What does over-compression sound like? * Does copying audio files degrade their sound quality? * Is outboard analog compression worth it? * Is it good to use multiple compressors on a track? * When do I ask my clients to pay me? * and lots more... Take a listen here, and enjoy! Don't forget, you can ask questions over at www.AskJoeGilder.com (http://www.AskJoeGilder.com). Links from the show: * HSC Production Club (http://www.hscproductionclub.com) - My 19-week recording course. * How I Kicked Click Bleed to the Curb (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/how-i-kicked-click-bleed-to-the-curb/) * Wiretap Anywhere (http://www.ambrosiasw.com/utilities/wta/) - digital "routing" software that I use with: * Screenflow (http://www.telestream.net/screen-flow/overview.htm) - screen recording/video editing software (I failed to mention this in the podcast, but this is Mac-only software. PC folks, check out something like Camtasia (http://www.techsmith.com/camtasia.html).) * An Easy Way to Avoid Over-Compression (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/an-easy-way-to-avoid-over-compression/) Subscribe via: * iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/home-studio-corner-podcast/id358731231) * RSS Feed (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/feed/hsc-podcast/) * Email Newsletter (http://www.homestudiocorner.com/newsletter)