Analog Rock Mixing #1: Session Prep in Pro Tools
In Chapter 1, we'll be covering the in depth process of preparing our rock song and Pro Tools session for mix in the analog domain.
TUTORIAL DESCRIPTION:
A few years ago we set out to create an “all analog mixing” tutorial. The goal was to record a simple rock band track, mix the entire song in analog (here on the API) and print the final mix to tape - the entire (mix) process in the analog domain. Due to time constraints, a few missing shots, and other incoming recording projects we never got around to completing it…
Upon a recent rewatch, I realized that it’s still some really great, informative content - even in it’s current form. Yes, it’s missing some stuff, and yes, it might be incomplete, but it would be a shame to let it collect digital dust on a hard drive!
Over the next several weeks I’m going to review, try and annotate any missing info, and post chapters here on YouTube. My goals is to get through a a couple each week.
If you have any questions or find stuff that needs clarifying feel free to ask in the comments. You can also find me on social media and ask me directly.
Cheers and I hope you enjoy/find value in it!
Session Input List (PDF on Google Drive): https://bit.ly/3ESnui6
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This one is a bit long, so feel free to scroll around…
OUTLINE:
0:00 - Introduction
2:12 - General review
5:28 - Drum Review / Kick Drum
7:46 - Snare
9:56 - Toms
12:56 - Overheads
14:16 - Hi-Hat
14:44 - Front Of Kit Mics
16:50 - Room Mics
17:46 - Bass
20:32 - Guitar
24:03 - Vocals
25:39 - Additional Drum Augmentation
28:18 - Adding Kick and Snare Samples from Session
30:17 - Samples Review
35:27 - Room Mic Review and Augmentation
41:03 - Drum Crunch
44:20 - Winding Down
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