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The new music biz sales model… same as the old one?
Last.FM, Spotify, iTunes, CD Baby, and so on; all new distributors of music. Great for the public (maybe), but is it good for the artist? There’s been a lot of talk on forums about how musicians can make money; about … Continue reading
New Year, New Direction
It’s been a busy new year so far – finalizing the studio remodel. It’s at the point where it’s the nickle and dime stuff like trim, paint touch up, etc. Already I have people lining up to record. Starting this … Continue reading
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Added new Mic – Shure Beta 52A
Got a small early Christmas present today – added a Shure Beta 52A kick drum mic. I had considered an Audix D6 – The D6 seems to be voiced for a much more pronounced click sound – while a great … Continue reading
Studio build-out update
Wow can’t believe its been a couple of months. I have been knee deep in alligators! My oldest daughter just got married last night. So the studio has been on hold. Two weeks ago the main DAW started having issues. … Continue reading
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New Ribbon Mics added
I took receipt of a pair of new Ribbon mics this week from Front End Audio. While this is a low cost mic , you still get a great, warm sounding ribbon mic that has enough high end for vocals … Continue reading
Studio Remodel underway
The Wave Cave has was originally designed as a composer’s studio with the ability to do small scale recording. i.e. singer songwriters, and acoustic musicians. Over the past year the scope has changed and thus I am knocking down walls … Continue reading
Seven Second Sunset in the studio
About a year ago I met a band called Fjord while judging the 10th Annual Boothe Brother’s Battle of the Bands. They were a newly formed band of 15 year old guys. They came in last place. But, there was … Continue reading
11th Annual Boothe Bros. Battle of the Bands
I have been asked to be a judge in the 11th Annual Boothe Bros. Battle of the Bands this year! I had a great time last year judging some awesome talent. The band line is: 4:00 4th Dimension 4:30 Strobe … Continue reading
4 Tools For Comping a Good Vocal Track
Home studios can make recording and mixing a chore, especially when it comes to mixing vocals. Imagine the singer coming in doing his thing and now you try mix the song. Frustration sets in. You ask yourself, “Why can’t I … Continue reading
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Audio engineer and band accountant
I have bands contact me all the time to record their CDs. Many of them realize that they only have a budget for a few songs, verses a full 11 to 13 song album. But often I find myself in … Continue reading