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woodster77
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Posted : Jan 13, 2011 17:03:09
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Vonoom
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Posted : Jan 13, 2011 19:16
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woodster77
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Posted : Jan 14, 2011 00:23
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i know it really opens up the mix
the general rule i got from it was
turn up the output on your DAW to full
turn evrything you use down
then bring them up level
and dont compressor or limiter on the output
once rendered into a wave use something like IZOTOPE OZONE (worth evry penny) to mester
your tracks
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monno
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Posted : Jan 14, 2011 12:39
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woodster77
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Posted : Jan 14, 2011 13:26
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zero phon...........
the point(db) at which a frequency becomes audible |
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The Andychrist
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Posted : Jan 18, 2011 17:33
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Posted : Jan 19, 2011 00:07
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SineFreq
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Posted : Jan 23, 2011 13:35
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+1
This is something I wish would get discussed more. I feel a lot more comfortable just from what I scanned through though so far.
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monno
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Posted : Jan 23, 2011 13:59
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It has in fact been discussed quite a bit, but of course not on here where most topics circle around how to make X sound/bassline/etc.
Proper attention to gain has kind of taken a backseat position especially considering the fact that most stuff is so computer oriented (virtual)
There are in fact more reference level standards (mostly broadcast ones) but the k-metering scheme makes the most sense in a strictly musical context.
Anyhow attaining proper reference levels is by far the most useful info i got from that source (loads more info to be had naturally)
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Baba Yaga
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Posted : Jan 29, 2011 12:20
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Freeflow
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Posted : Jan 29, 2011 14:16
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Well i think its a big difference between the old amplifiers and todays lets say cheap active 2.1 systems.
Some of these system actually needs the music to be loud to have a proper sound level. And even some mp3 players.
well without talking about the ohm of the speakers or headphones, which of course has a major factor hear. But that factor should be seen by the manufacturers.
So this is a question, has todays technique around creating active speakers started to rely on music being to a certain standard?
I my self is a big fan of dynamic music, and i rather turn up the volume than have a piece of music squeezed to bits.
So from my experience if you want this you need a good amplifier, preferably passive speakers/monitors
And again, the importance of dynamics in music is crucial for a soft and pleasant experience. Its just that we are so afraid of not being heard, that someone would dismiss a piece of music just cause its not loud enough.. Thats just bullshit, People would fix this them self by turning up the volume or even some would raise the volume of the audiofiles them selfs, there is myriad of such program for end users. Still thats a bit counter productive as the aim is to keep it dynamic, well well, haha
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monno
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Posted : Jan 29, 2011 15:56
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There is such a thing as a volume knob if things are not loud enough, but with small speakers they can only go so loud. Besides this is music for rather large PA speakers mainly. Few % of listeners have what could be considered decent listening equipment at home, so the target must be to have it sound proper and loud for large systems (and there, loud is no problem) Turning music up in the analogue realm is somewhat more forgiving than a digital process where the ceiling is unforgiving. Top of the line analog equipment can easily take a +26db signal without bad side effects.
Much of this type of music only has about 6-8 db dynamic range before mastering, so there is already not a lot left compared to many other genres (Listen to classical symphonic music, now that´s dynamic!!!)
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woodster77
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Posted : Jan 30, 2011 01:43
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On 2011-01-29 15:56, monno wrote:
There is such a thing as a volume knob if things are not loud enough, but with small speakers they can only go so loud. Besides this is music for rather large PA speakers mainly. Few % of listeners have what could be considered decent listening equipment at home, so the target must be to have it sound proper and loud for large systems (and there, loud is no problem) Turning music up in the analogue realm is somewhat more forgiving than a digital process where the ceiling is unforgiving. Top of the line analog equipment can easily take a +26db signal without bad side effects.
Much of this type of music only has about 6-8 db dynamic range before mastering, so there is already not a lot left compared to many other genres (Listen to classical symphonic music, now that´s dynamic!!!)
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monno
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Posted : Jan 30, 2011 06:17
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woodster77
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Posted : Jan 31, 2011 01:08
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zero phon being the point at which a certain frequencey becomes audible......so of course it would be Bearly audible
the post was intended to help people think about headroom and not volume...........
and as my old lecturer used to say...a good way to find out if your mix is ok is too turn it down at the amp and if you can still hear everything your doing ok...nothing to do with loud amps
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