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Tchad Blake Mixing ‘The Court’ by Peter Gabriel Inside the Track 86

By | July 8, 2023
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Tchad Blake Mixing 'The Court' by Peter Gabriel Inside the Track 86

Tchad Blake Mixing ‘The Court’ by Peter Gabriel Inside the Track 86

Follow the free-spirited engineer as he embarks on one of his biggest mix deconstructions to date. Tchad Blake joins us from Rue Boyer Studios to explore his work on Peter Gabriel’s brand new single, The Court.

Weighing in at over 150 tracks, the session is a whirlwind of thundering drums, eclectic percussion and acrobatic orchestral figures. Tchad enters the eye of this storm and demonstrates how he tamed the complex arrangement and weaved the elements together to create a profoundly immersive mix

During the 11-part series, Tchad goes through every step of his mixing process from project management to final mastering preparations. You will hear how he pushes and pulls the mix into place using his favorite EQ and saturation tools. He even goes one step further and unpacks the logic behind every plugin and automation point, allowing you to fully grasp his creative process from the ground up.

As Tchad reaches the end of the session, he takes a moment to reflect on his practice and his role as a collaborator in the studio. Not one to play it safe during a mix, he expresses gratitude towards all of the talented artists that enable him to create innovative work that consistently breaks boundaries no matter the style or genre.

PART 1
9 min
Project introduction, mix preparation, track overview

PART 2
15 min
Drum processing, equalization, distortion, envelope shapin

PART 3
11 min
Monitoring, phase relationships, creative drum effects

PART 4
23 min
Workflow, plugin preferences, creative drum effects

PART 5
16 min
Percussion, rhythm, groove, sound effect

PART 6
10 min
Bass, electric guitar, arrangement, sound design

PART 7
12 min
Piano, sonic degradation, modulation effects

PART 8
22 min
Orchestra, choir, de-essing, stereo widening, lead vocals

PART 9
17 min
Vocal chain, harmonics, mix bus processing

PART 10
23 min
Mix comparison, arrangement changes, spectral balance

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PML Techno Start to Finish in FL + Bonuses [TUTORIAL]

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PML Techno Start to Finish in FL + Bonuses [TUTORIAL]

PML Techno Start to Finish in FL + Bonuses [TUTORIAL]

Start To Finish. Starting from nothing we are explaining everything before creating drums, sounds, fx, chords, arrangements, until we have a finished, mixed & mastered track.

Follow along the full production process. While going through all important stages of the production, everything will be explained in detail. Pick up tricks and skills, save valuable time. Use the techniques and apply them to your own productions.

100% Stock & Serum. In this course we teach you that to produce top chart ready tracks you only need FL Studio & Serum.

What You Get:

  • 30+ High Quality Video Tutorials
  • 4,5h+ Video Sessions with lifetime access
  • Industry Level Knowledge, Tricks & Secrets
  • How to make techno reverb kicks / bass rumble
  • Programming and processing 303 Acid patches from scratch
  • Making rolling techno basslines
  • Creating the perfect drop atmosphere with using synth shots
  • Custom LFO Noise FX

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PastToFutureReverbs SP-303 Sampler Compressor Plugin Extension for Proteus! 

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PastToFutureReverbs SP-303 Sampler Compressor Plugin Extension for Proteus! (Bonus Converters Only Capture)

PastToFutureReverbs SP-303 Sampler Compressor Plugin Extension for Proteus!

This is undoubtedly one of the most popular, frequently utilized, and superior-sounding compressor effect from one of the most exceptional sounding samplers available.

We received a plethora of requests to sample this sampler, and with the use of machine learning, we were able to replicate the same sound with precision.

Here comes the Volume 2 (Compressor & Converters Only)

Additionally, we’ve included original converter only capture of the SP-303 as Bonus.

Introducing the revolutionary new software extension, „SP 303 SAMPLER COMPRESSOR PLUGIN EXTENSION FOR PROTEUS! (Bonus Converters Only Capture)

“ – the next level of non-linear impulse response making using AI machine learning.

With SP 303 SAMPLER COMPRESSOR PLUGIN EXTENSION FOR PROTEUS! (Bonus Converters Only Capture), we captured the saturation, overdrive, and distortion characteristics of analog devices like a Tape recorder, Tube Amp, Mic Pre, Limiter, Compressor, and Guitar Pedals like never before.

The ultimate solution for those seeking to capture the warmth and character of analog devices like tape recorders, tube amps, and guitar pedals in their digital audio recordings.

This cutting-edge technology uses AI machine learning neural networks to create non-linear impulse responses that accurately replicate the sound of analog devices, which normal impulse responses can not do.

This technology goes beyond traditional impulse responses, providing a more realistic and dynamic sound that truly captures the essence of analog devices.

You will only need to get the free plugin (Proteus) that lets you use these AI machine learning non-linear impulse responses.

Simply download the plugin (Proteus) from guitarml.com and load the .json files into the plugin to enjoy the next level of realistic sound.

The Plugin that you need to use these files are available for free in various formats including Windows 10/11 64-bit (VST3, AAX), Mac 10.11 and up (AU, VST3, AAX), and Linux (VST3, AAX).

P:S: Please check out the default settings picture (The IR switch is a default Cab IR that is included with Proteus as default and should be at the OFF position (Left)

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Zenhiser Lofi Hip Hop WAV

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Zenhiser Lofi Hip Hop WAV

Zenhiser Lofi Hip Hop WAV

Flexing its muscles in the Hip Hop arena, ‘Lofi Hip Hop’ challenges your preconceptions of Lofi Hip Hop. It rummages through your dream like state and curls its tentacles around your mind. Think of this sample pack as a door into your new subconscious.

Blending elements from multiple sub genres of Hip Hop, this collection features vinyl soaked melody loops, tight, crunchy beats, twisted vocal fx loops, broken synths and rolling drum machine rhythms. The creation process was simple, use equipment true to the Hip Hop genre like the Akai MPC controller and classic drum machines to base the pack on the true feel and movement of this disciplinary genre, then fuse it with modern re-sampling and programming techniques. This fusion has resulted in a Lofi Hip Hop pack that challenges your current thoughts and pushes you to break away into a new field of sonic voodoo.

‘Lofi Hip Hop’ will give you the knowledge that transitioning your skills to this new sound is the way forward for your future tracks. A quick listen to the preview will whisk you away within seconds, and thats exactly what we want the pack to do.

SAMPLE PACK SPECIFICATIONS:

  • Drum Hits – 01 Kick – 49
  • Drum Hits – 02 Hi Hat – 38
  • Drum Hits – 03 Snare – 49
  • Drum Hits – 04 Mixed Percussion – 07
  • Loops – Bassline – 46
  • Loops – Drum Beat – 218
  • Loops – Full Mix – 50
  • Loops – Synth – 100
  • One Shots – FX – 33
  • Tempo -87bpm – 164bpm
  • Key Info – Yes
  • Audio – 24-Bit Wav

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Codex Music Library Telepathy (Compositions) [WAV]

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Codex Music Library Telepathy (Compositions) [WAV]

Codex Music Library Telepathy (Compositions) [WAV]

10 Original, High Quality Compositions written, performed and recorded by NoH2O. This pack was inspired by 90s R&B. Made from scratch, tested for chop-ability. All samples are labeled with Key/BPM.

Gear used: Ableton Live, Fender Precision Bass, Fender Rumble 25 Bass Amp, Fender Stratocaster, Sequential Prophet Rev2, Arturia Microfreak and Various Percussion

Master Clearance Guaranteed.

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Codex Music Library Pathfinder (Compositions) [WAV]

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Codex Music Library Pathfinder (Compositions ) [WAV]

Codex Music Library Pathfinder (Compositions) [WAV]

10 Original, High Quality Compositions written, performed and recorded by NoH2O. This pack was inspired by cinematic film themes. Made from scratch, tested for chop-ability. All samples are labeled with Key/BPM.

Gear used: Ableton Live, Fender Precision Bass, Fender Rumble 25 Bass Amp, Fender Stratocaster, Sequential Prophet Rev2, Arturia Microfreak and Various Percussion.

Master Clearance Guaranteed.

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UNKWN Sounds CHRAY$ON Vol.1 (Compositions) [WAV]

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UNKWN Sounds CHRAY$ON Vol.1 (Compositions) [WAV]

UNKWN Sounds CHRAY$ON Vol.1 (Compositions) [WAV]

UNKWN Sounds “Artist Series” sample pack, proudly presenting the remarkable talents of sample composer CHRAY$ON.

Immerse yourself in CHRAY$ON. Vol. 1, a diverse collection of multi-genre samples, spanning from R&B to soul.

This extraordinary pack consists of 10 authentic compositions, meticulously crafted by CHRAY$ON., showcasing intricate textures, delightful ear-candy, captivating chord progressions, and unexpected transitions that will empower producers with an abundance of sections to experiment with.

Available as a convenient digital download, these high-quality sounds are compatible with any DAW or can be seamlessly integrated into your sampling workflow (44.1k).

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Shroom Weekly Breaks VOL.9 WAV

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Shroom Weekly Breaks VOL.9 WAV

Shroom Weekly Breaks VOL.9 WAV

Weekly Breaks vol 9 is the 9th installment of this series of Breaks by Shroom. New Breaks every Friday.

All Breaks are recorded with Vintage Mics to Tape and mixed with Analog Gear.

What you get:

  • 10 Samples (Drum Breaks and Drum Fills)
  • Quality 100% Guaranteed
  • All Original
  • Vintage Sound
  • SSL Processed
  • Recorded to Analog Tape

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Crave DSP Crave EQ 2 v2.2.10 [WIN]

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Crave DSP Crave EQ 2

Crave DSP Crave EQ 2 v2.2.10 [WIN]

Crave EQ provides four high fidelity filter models: Analog, Transparent, Digital (zero latency) and Linear

Analog
It’s like enabling infinite oversampling in your DAW only it’s much cleverer and more efficient. Enjoy the beauty of analog Butterworth filters without digital side effects like pre-ringing and aliasing. Great for ears that love the natural sound of analog phase filtering. Low latency (48 samples at any sample rate) and ultra-low CPU.

Transparent
Digital wizardry that combines smooth analog filtering in the low end and linear phase processing in the high end. Provides a more cohesive mixing experience as higher frequencies remain in phase across tracks. Great for preserving the integrity of a mix when applying corrective or creative EQ across tracks.

Digital
Our zero-latency digital filter model faithfully maintain its shape up to Nyquist. To achieve zero latency, it introduces more color at high frequencies than the other models due to large phase changes in this region.

Linear
Linear phase filtering comes at the expense of greater latency and, if not carefully applied in the low end, will generate pre-ringing artifacts. Apply this model with low Q and gentle slopes in the mid and high frequencies for colorless, corrective EQ.

The diagram below shows the phase response of the four filter models in Crave EQ (Analog, Transparent, Digital and Linear) for a peaking filter at 5kHz. In this example, the transparent phase model is set to a latency of 5ms. They all exhibit the same magnitude response only differing in phase.

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Groove3 Percussion Production Tips & Tricks TUTORIAL

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Groove3 Percussion Production Tips & Tricks TUTORIAL

Groove3 Percussion Production Tips & Tricks TUTORIAL

If you’re growing tired of static, lifeless percussion grooves and are looking for ways to add some pop to your rhythm tracks, this is the course to watch! Studio expert Thomas Cochran presents an instructional production video course designed to revitalize boring percussion tracks and make them sound like a feature rather than an afterthought. You’ll learn many techniques and tips for bringing out the best of your percussion parts, including how to EQ, process, layer, program MIDI, and more, and make them shine. These production and sound design videos are for those familiar with basic mixing and routing concepts.

Thomas begins the course with a few instrument-specific tutorials focusing on loop creation, including congas, shakers, and hi-hats. Learn how, by using a few one-shot samples, you can build exciting, dynamic loops by paying attention to things like proper MIDI programming, sample selection and layering, effects processing, and mixing techniques. Then he goes deeper into the processing concept and demonstrates how, with the use of several effects from Plugin Alliance, you can emulate vintage or modern mixes with your loops so that they’ll sit exactly the way you want them to.

Next, explore the subject of top loops, when Thomas shows you ways, such as using distortion and filtering, to create loops that fit perfectly into various genres like pop, electronic, and R&B. You’ll also discover ways to adding lo-fi character and vintage vibe to make your loops come alive like never before, whether it be for house, pop, or a number of other styles. All the plug-ins used in the video are listed for reference, so you’ll know exactly what Thomas is using and how to achieve the sounds on your own.

It’s easy for anyone to drag and drop ready-made loops into their song and call it a day, but this course will show you how to go the extra mile and make something truly special that doesn’t simply fade into the backdrop. You’ll learn ways to make percussion tracks that will get others saying, “How’d you do that?” As a bonus, you’ll be developing skills that will be useful in many other areas of production, such as sound design, mixing, and more. Don’t settle for generic store-bought percussion loops any more… watch “Percussion Production Tips & Tricks” today!

What You Will Learn:

  • How to select, process, and layer samples to create vibrant loops
  • Tips on MIDI programming and emulation of modern or vintage mix techniques
  • EQ, dynamics, and other effects tips for correcting harshness or applying a creative touch
  • Methods for getting your loops to sit atop the mix without becoming distracting or competing with other elements
  • and more!

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Groove3 Soundtoys SuperPlate Explained TUTORIAL

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Groove3 Soundtoys SuperPlate Explained TUTORIAL

Groove3 Soundtoys SuperPlate Explained TUTORIAL

If you’re a fan of plate reverb, you need to check out Soundtoys’ SuperPlate plug-in and its incredible wealth of sonic reverby goodness. In this SuperPlate video course, plug-in guru Larry Holcombe takes you on a deep dive through SuperPlate, showing you all of its parameters and providing many helpful usage tips along the way for various musical scenarios. By the end of this SoundToys course, you’ll know the reverb inside and out and, most importantly, how to achieve a myriad of to-die-for plate reverb effects in your own productions. These SuperPlate videos are for new SuperPlate users.

Larry begins by introducing you to the course and providing a quick tour of the interface so that you’re well versed with the location of all the relevant components right off the bat. He also covers a bit of history on plate reverb and what makes it so special in the world of time-based effects. Following this, you’ll learn about the various reverb modes (Classic 140, Goldfoil 240, Audicon, E Plate III, and Stocktronics) next and some ways to add character to them by saturating and/or compressing them via solid state analog-style drive.

Next up, you’ll explore the Decay control, including the notable Infinite Decay parameter, which can create incredibly huge, cavernous sounds. Discover how you can tailor the frequency content of the reverb as well by way of the filter controls. Larry then covers the concepts of pre-delay and modulation as well as the concept of front/back perspective and thickening the reverb for creative effect.

There’s plenty more to come, such as input/output controls, EQ and width (adjusting the frequency balance and creating mono or stereo verbs), Auto-Decay (adding pumping, breathing, or ducking effects), and other tips and tricks (automating decay time, chaining Soundtoys plug-ins together, etc.), and more!

SuperPlate isn’t your average reverb plug; that’s for sure. Thick or thin, lush or sparse, this reverb truly has to be heard to be believed. With this SoundToys SuperPlate course, you’ll learn everything you need to know in order to use it to its fullest potential, whether it be standard or creative applications. Check out the individual Soundtoys SuperPlate video descriptions for more information and ideas on how you can make this plug-in a part of your workflow on your very next production. Take your reverbs to the next level and beyond… watch “Soundtoys SuperPlate Explained®” now!

What You Will Learn:

  • Interface layout and plate reverb history
  • Various reverb modes (each emulating a classic hardware unit) and their respective character
  • How to tailor the frequency content of the reverb with the filter and EQ controls so that it sits exactly where it should in the mix
  • How to saturate or compress the reverb for a vintage sound
  • Thorough explanation of all parameters and controls
  • And much more!

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