Recording Engineering Blog
Explore the world of high-end recording engineering with insights from Ralph Sutton, a seasoned recording engineer with over four decades of experience. From mastering live musicianship to perfecting studio techniques for R&B, Jazz, Funk, Blues, and Gospel, this blog offers expert tips, tutorials, and behind-the-scenes stories from one of the industry’s top professionals. Whether you’re a musician, producer, or engineer, gain valuable knowledge to elevate your craft and deliver exceptional sound quality.
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
Master Pro Tools: Create Professional Recordings and Mixes with Stock Plugins In my four decades as a recording engineer working with the recording industry’s top artists, I’ve learned that exceptional results don’t always require expensive tools. In fact, many professional, captivating recordings and mixes can be crafted using only the stock plugins that come with
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Unlock the Magic of Mid-Side (MS) Stereo: A Guide for Pro Tools Users As a distinguished Recording Engineer and fanatic for capturing the sound of live musicianship in the Recording Studio, I’ve always been fascinated by techniques that push the boundaries of traditional audio processing. One such technique is the Mid-Side (MS) stereo method—a powerful
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Master Multi-Parallel Compression for Vocals in Pro Tools When it comes to recording and mixing vocals, achieving the perfect balance of clarity, punch, warmth, and emotion can feel like walking a tightrope. Over the years, I’ve relied on a powerful technique called Multi-Parallel Compression to create polished, high-end vocals that sit perfectly in the mix.
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