The Truth About Studio EQ: Why Everything After the Mic Is an Effect “Ralph, everything that happens to the sound after the microphone or instrument gets into the console is an effect, including the console.”– Bones Howe to Ralph Sutton (1982) 1. Introduction The Truth Nobody Talks About In 1982, legendary producer and engineer Bones […]
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Understanding Studio Compression: My Farorite Compressors for Vocal, Drums, and More 🎧 Why Understanding Studio Compression Matters Compression is one of the most important tools in the recording process, yet it’s one of the least understood by many new engineers and producers. Before you ever reach for EQ or effects, compression helps shape the feel,
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🎛️ Choosing the Right Preamp for Drums, Bass, Guitar, Keys, and Acoustic Piano By Ralph Sutton – Elite Recording Engineer | RalphSutton.com Capture the Soul, Not Just the Signal If you’re serious about capturing world-class recordings in your project studio, it’s time to get real about preamps. The preamp is not optional, it’s your first
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🎛️ The Best DI Boxes for Studio Recording Capturing Instruments with Clarity and Depth By Ralph Sutton – Elite Recording Engineer | RalphSutton.com When it comes to capturing clean, punchy instrument tone in the studio, choosing the best DI boxes for studio recording is a critical first step. But in my world, a great DI
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🎙️ Analog vs. Digital Recording – Does It Really Matter? By Ralph Sutton – Elite Recording Engineer | RalphSutton.com 🎬 Introduction – Why This Debate Still Matters Walk into any studio—whether it’s a Grammy-winning facility or a humble project setup—and eventually this question comes up: It’s more than just a technical debate—it’s about vibe, sound,
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