🎹 The Ultimate Guide to Recording Live Musicians in the Studio 🎶 Why Live Musicians Still Matter In a Music Industry flooded with loops and samples, there’s still nothing like the energy of real musicians playing together in a room. Capturing that magic — and preserving it for mass distribution — is where the art […]
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My Top Recording Gear Picks for 2025 – Real Tools from Real Sessions When you’re recording world-class musicians — whether it’s Jazz, Funk, R&B, or anything in between — the gear you choose becomes part of the performance. Over my 40+ years in the studio, I’ve worked with a variety of microphones, DI boxes, preamps,
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Why Analog Outboard Gear Still Matters In today’s world of Pro Tools, Ableton Live, and Logic Pro, where countless plugins replicate classic hardware, many engineers ask: Is analog outboard gear still necessary? The answer is a resounding YES—especially when recording and mixing live musicians. The warmth, harmonic saturation, and real-time dynamic control of analog gear
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Mixing Vocals in Pro Tools: The Ultimate Stock Plugin Guide In this guide, I’ll walk you through step-by-step techniques to mix vocals like a pro. Plus, I’ll show you how to use exclusive Tools and Resources available on RalphSutton.com to elevate your vocal mixes. 1. Preparing Your Vocal Track: Cleaning and Prepping Before diving into
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Defining a Recording Engineering Blog What is a Recording Engineering Blog? A Recording Engineering Blog is an online resource dedicated to sharing insights, techniques, and industry expertise on the art and science of recording, mixing, and mastering music. Unlike general audio engineering blogs that cover a broad range of sound-related topics—including live sound, acoustics, and