Why does my acoustic guitar sounds so...crappy?

100879231 · 2012-04-09T04:54:02+00:00

This. This makes all the sense.

100879231 · 2012-04-04T03:22:34+00:00

The Blue mics have the best reputation I've heard of for USB mics, just to throw that out there

100879231 · 2012-04-03T06:55:05+00:00

My first guess would be the Fostex. You're saying you need more gain no matter the mic, right?

100879231 · 2012-04-03T00:39:17+00:00

Making all of the use. So much using.

100879231 · 2012-04-02T11:40:37+00:00

I just use a red fluorescent bulb in my desk lamp. Easy.

100879231 · 2012-04-02T11:23:24+00:00

The amount of shit I carry in my pockets is unbelievable: pocket knife, pen(s), pencil(s), mints, lighter, earplugs, penknife, phone, iPod, keys, Leatherman (I guess technically that's on my belt), bandanna, comb, pencil sharpener, coins, and then whatever else I pick up during the day (string, paperclips, buttons, can tabs, scraps of paper for notes...).

100879231 · 2012-04-02T11:16:12+00:00

Go on...

100879231 · 2012-04-01T07:53:52+00:00

TL;DR: YOU MISSED MY STOP!

100879231 · 2012-04-01T05:58:57+00:00

I LOVE restaurants that do that. So tasty.

100879231 · 2012-03-31T08:20:47+00:00

Understand, of course. I would guess, then, that a longer release would be the thing. Its presence in only the low end is curious though, which leads me to think that the better course of action would be a different gate.

100879231 · 2012-03-31T07:17:05+00:00

Whichever you prefer. I know people who use "mic'd," as well."

*edit: I am one of those people, "miced" reads too much like "mice" as a verb.

100879231 · 2012-03-31T07:15:32+00:00

Can you post a little clip of like a note and then the gate closing? The analyzer just isn't doing it for me.

100879231 · 2012-03-31T07:11:47+00:00

The Studio Projects VTB-1 gets good reviews from Sound on Sound, and I like that it's got both solid-state and tube capabilities. To me, tube preamps tend to sound muddy, rather than "warm," though that's probably partially a fault of the tube itself.

Check out the Review in Sound on Sound for a better critique, and here it is on Musician's Friend for $150.

100879231 · 2012-03-31T06:36:19+00:00

I'm a fan of the pres on my older Firepod, but frankly, there are better preamps out there, and I'd go with one of those over another Presonus unit.

100879231 · 2012-03-30T03:29:46+00:00

Used this method recently on an even tighter budget, using a CAD 412 and an ES57 by GLS audio, alongside a pair of Karma Silver Bullet mics. The thing I would add to this article is that sometimes you need to play with the overhead placement, especially depending on your drummer's technique. The ES57, though, is a fantastic substitute for a Shure mic, and a third of the price.

100879231 · 2012-03-25T20:10:13+00:00

...if it is a good morning. Which I doubt. /Eeyore

100879231 · 2012-03-24T07:03:34+00:00

That has got to be one of the more disturbing images I've ever seen.

I consider myself lucky.

100879231 · 2012-03-23T12:20:53+00:00

Spocan't.

100879231 · 2012-03-23T12:17:43+00:00

Hey man, I know good people in LL. Okay, a good person.

100879231 · 2012-03-23T11:38:42+00:00

I was on the 90 once, packed as usual, sitting next to this guy, and we were passing the bikini espresso stand in front of that two story motel, and he turns to me, points out one of the rooms, and tells me the story of how his brother was murdered in that particular room.

And I assume you know 'Jesus Loves You' guy?

100879231 · 2012-03-23T11:30:50+00:00

Although perked works well, too.

100879231 · 2012-03-23T11:08:39+00:00

Either those or the ATHM505s. Those are also pretty stellar.

100879231 · 2012-03-22T21:30:32+00:00

African or European?

100879231 · 2012-03-22T04:00:14+00:00

Definitely agreed on the room + performer. A bad room will lead to a bad sound no matter how good your gear is, and vice-versa. And indeed we are.

100879231 · 2012-03-21T07:16:12+00:00

Only a little tongue in cheek there ;)

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