![]() ![]() In this final module, you will start to learn what is probably the hardest skill to master - mixing. This way you can be sure that your track is of the highest quality. Fear not, Jay shares his traffic light system for organsing and structuring all the different takes and after that, teaches you how to audition them, to not only find the best takes, but also how to stitch them together to make the best finished take possible for your track. The goal is not only to keep the listener engaged, but also keep them coming back for more.Īfter some recording sessions you can be left with an absolute tonne of recorded audio scattered all over your project window and you haven't got a clue where to start. Increasing and decreasing the energy, and using the push and pull technique is vital in successful song writing. The last thing you want is for the listener to get bored and switch over to a different song. In this 4th module, you will learn the importance of having different sections in your track, what role those sections play and how to make certain sections (such as the chorus) stand out. Song structure, or song arrangement is extremely important in keeping the listener engaged throughout the entire song, but is often overlooked. On top of that, Jay will show you where to download a free Bass guitar plugin, for people that are not bass players, and you'll learn how to program in a bassline melody that sounds like the real thing, which you can use in all your projects going forwards. You'll also create a simple riff which will sit in the background of your mix and provide a further melody. Why are these virtual instruments great to have? Well, what if you don't have access to a bass guitarist, or you don't own a synthesizer, or a drum kit etc? In this module, you'll learn how to load up the amazing Halion virtual synth, which comes free with Cubase, and program in some easy chords using Cubase's very helpful 'chord pads' feature. Oh no, it also comes with many virtual instruments, which are like real instruments but in software form. Later on in the course you will learn how to mix all of your audio recordings together, so they each have their own space and clarity.Ĭubase doesn't just come with the important mixing tools such as EQ, compression, delay & reverb. We 'll also talk about the recording environment with handy tips on trying to lessen reverberations and recording a clean sound. You'll learn how to plug in and record an electric guitar too, and how to record multiple takes of these instruments. You will learn about microphone polar patterns and microphone placement when recording an acoustic guitar and vocals. You've bought Cubase and this tutorial to learn how to record instruments right ? Good - so in this 2nd module, you'll learn exactly that. This module will get you used to Cubase's interface, before you start importing sounds, recording audio and creating virtual instruments. Although the beat you make is basic to start with, you will add drum fills later on in the course, and also add little human touches such as velocity and timing, so that your drums sound more authentic. ![]() After a quick check of your settings, your tutor Jay will guide you through making a 'real' sounding drum beat with the in-built drum machine in Cubase called Groove Agent.
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