Mixing, Production, Recording
On the practical side; Mixing, Production and Recording are three areas of importance for me to create music for this project (Outside of the obvious instrument skills). I will be undertaking all three of these areas from home for this project.
I have learnt the basic principles and techniques needed for this during the college year – It is the specifics that will come up as I make music that I will need to learn and develop as I go, Mixing my own recorded audio and producing music using software / electronic instruments.
I have found some resources I will use to aid me in the Mixing, Production & Recording of this Project.
- Virtual Instruments come in a infinite variety of complexity, sound & functionality. I need to aim for something simple and user friendly to begin with, using complex plug-ins and instruments will add additional work to a already substantial project.
- In terms of mixing I will have the advantage of having recorded all guitar and bass parts myself, meaning I will be aware of the audial qualities of each recording and be able to make adjustments where necessary.
- The internet is densely populated with guides, tutorials and examples of electronic music production, I will be able to find inspiration and guidance effectively regardless of the specific route or tool choices I make.
The Essential Guide to Virtual Instruments (Andy Jones, musictech.net, 07/08/17)
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https://www.musictech.net/guides/essential-guide/essential-guide-virtual-instruments/
Beginner's Guide to Recording Guitar at Home (Aaron Matthies, guitargearfinder.com, 29/09/16)
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https://guitargearfinder.com/guides/beginners-guide-recording-guitar-home/
Mixing explained #1 - Basic Mixing Theory (Wick van den Belt, wickiemedia via Youtube.com, 16/05/13)