Recording & Mixing Recording Guitar
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Oct 13, 2022 Mark Mynett, a sound engineer and senior lecturer at Huddersfield University, shares his expertise on recording guitar parts, emphasizing techniques for both rhythm and lead guitar. He discusses how to manage distortion effectively and the importance of pre-recording preparation. Listeners will learn about double and quad tracking methods, finding a clear midrange tone, and the art of microphone selection and placement. Mark also delves into multitracking tips and the nuances of recording guitar solos while adding EQ during the process.
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Avoid Frequency Masking
- Avoid overlapping guitar and bass mid-range frequencies to maintain clarity.
- Adjust bass amp mid frequencies according to guitar tone to reduce masking in the mix.
Testing and Positioning Speakers
- Test multiple speakers in a cabinet with identical mics to find the best sound.
- Invert the cabinet if the lower speaker sounds best to reduce floor reflections.
Isolation and Ambience Control
- Use baffles and isolation to reduce room ambience when close-miking cabs for a drier guitar sound.
- Optionally capture a separate room mic for ambience control during the mix.
