Can Play Music

2 weeks ago

“Tame the toms!” 🥁

Miking tom-toms isn’t just about placing a mic randomly—it’s about style, sound, and a bit of science. The goal? A drum kit that sounds huge, controlled, and ready to groove—without overwhelming your mics.

➝ Jazz vibes? Keep it simple. Let your overheads speak; toms might take a step back.
➝ Pop & rock? Get close and personal. Isolate those toms so every fill lands like a punchline.

💡 Pro tip: Using fewer mics reduces phase issues. A well-placed omni or cardioid can cover multiple toms.
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Can Play Music

2 weeks ago

How to Mic Vocals in the Recording Studio 🎤
A great vocal mic setup isn’t just “point & record.” Mic placement changes everything — from intimate whispers to cinematic, airy vibes.
3 Go-To Styles:
→ Close & Center (“In Your Face”): 4–6 inches away, straight on for intimacy & warmth. Watch those plosives — pop filter mandatory.
→ A Little Distance: About 12 inches out for natural room tone and depth. Perfect if you want the listener pulled into the mix instead of knocked over.
→ Above or Below: Overhead softens S’s & breathiness. Chest-level adds rich, full-bodied warmth.
💡 Pro Tip: Don’t marry one position — move the mic until your ears say “yes.” Sometimes magic happens off-axis.
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Can Play Music

1 month ago

Ever seen a mic pointed right at a speaker and thought… “Wait, what’s going on here?” 🤔
It’s not a mistake — it’s called re-amping, and it’s a studio secret weapon.
Here's the deal:
➡️ You take a clean recording (like guitar, vocals, or synths)
➡️ Send it back out through an amp or speaker
➡️ Then record it again with a mic in front of the speaker
Why?
To add color, grit, character — whatever the track needs. You’re literally shaping the sound by letting it live in the real world for a moment. Bonus: If it’s a guitar amp, then yep — the speaker is the instrument. And that mic in front? It’s just doing its job.
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