OneMic Series - Behind the Scenes @ Sun Studio Part 1
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- Опубліковано 1 жов 2024
- A look behind the scenes at John Cuniberti's OneMic series. In this video, John is setting up to record and film The Eskimo Brothers at Sun Studio in Memphis TN. The band will perform around one AEA-R88 stereo ribbon microphone.
About the series: John Cuniberti’s OneMic series showcases recording artists performing two songs each around one AEA R88 stereo ribbon microphone. What makes this series so different from other live performance videos is that the artist is in complete control of his/her presentation. This means that the sound, balance, dynamics and stereo image is decided upon at the moment of creation, not in post-production. The artist (band) is responsible for the final product. Also, a high-resolution 4k video is shot with one stabilized handheld camera that hovers around the performers during their live performance. There is no editing of the audio or video. It’s as honest as it can be including imperfections. This organic presentation isn’t limited to “acoustic” music as seen with live classical and folk music. In this series, I will attempt to record bands with electric guitars and drums that would typically require a multi-mic, multi-track approach. This single microphone technique was quickly forsaken soon after the multi-track tape recorder was invented and with it a level of musical intimacy. The OneMic series will demonstrate the positive aspects of the minimalistic recording process of the 1930s but will be captured on modern recording equipment. Signal path: AEA R88 microphone - Millennia HV3c preamp - Pro Tools HDX. Sony A7rII camera with 35, 55 or 25mm lens.
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I have been doing 1 mic/1 pass recording for the last couple of years and one of the things I love is not using headphones. Drummers especially, play terribly while wearing headphones - they smash and all the low volume cymbal finesse is thrown out the window.
I have learned so much with these videos. This is proof that the room and musicians are more important than the equipment. I cannot believe how good the results sound.
Interesting video.... I sympathize with the drummer....it's hard to play softly if you're not use to doing it....! It's like any other drumming technique, it's something you have to work on....
Somewhere, (don't remember where) I read that in the early days of one mic recording, the studios liked using jazz drummers.
Jazz drummers could play with the needed rhythmic intensity without being loud....
I agree, not all drummers can adapt to this process.
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I practice with these quiet drum sticks and bass beaters from lidwish soulutions, they might be useful in this type of recording session. I am not affiliated with the company in any way, just thought it might be helpful.
Early producers requested drummers only use brushes until they could prove they could play softly with sticks. It takes a lot of finesse and restraint….a talent not a lot of drummers ever learn.
What do you do in the box after the recording?
Like kick drum and other eq stuff
The stereo recording is treated to conventional mastering and in some cases, reverb is added.
This is a really compelling series. John shows a good deal of respect for the musicians and videographer to make it work as a team for the best results possible. Love the fact that sessions are at classic recording studios. Great stuff!
We agree!
Thank god for this mic. The actual mic in this video. The idiot pless blue every track we had there. Not one came out. I was worried after a couple hours in there and ask him if he still had that mic. I had him set it up. It’s the only track we got from our Sun Session. I bought one a week later.
That's interesting. The studio is definitely not up to today's acoustics and control room tech standards. I don't think I would go there for a conventional recording session. Personaly, I found Pless a pleasure to work with.
@@onemic-theminimalist he was great the first night. I actually really liked him, but he was pilled out of his head. Couldn’t remember where we had the mics the night before so each night was a nightmare. Set up that ate have the time. We went there to record the old school way. He has no clue what he was doing. The only channels that weren’t distorted beyond use was from that mic and that was good enough to put in a record. All on that one mic. It was my dream to have the place to our selves and we had it for three nights, canceled the fourth. He was just to whacked out. He just seemed to want to talk about his dad. Not make a record. One day, we will go back with our own engineer and do it the way we wanted. Love your content and approach to recording. It’s been a profound inspiration and I’ve learned so much. Thank you. 🫡
@@JacksonTaylorandTheSinners What a shame. Sorry you had to go through that.
@@onemic-theminimalist everyone goes through issues. Pless was going through his. I hope he’s better. We just finished recording at Sam Phillips other studio and they were using the 88 on drums. We’re finishing the record up in OKC and will be loaning them ours to demon. I’m seeing them more and more. You’re definitely spreading the word.
I just acquired an AEA-R88 and can't wait to experiment!
Enjoy
I'm embarassed-EMBARASSED, I say-that I'm only just now learning of this channel. This is amazing work you are doing here.
Welcome aboard!
Amazing series, I love it. Congratulations for all the passion and dedication to the sound. I would like to ask you if you think there is too much difference between the R88 and R88a. Do you think you can achieve the same tone and warmth? Thanks again foor this series its amazing! Greetings from Argentina!
There is very little difference in the two versions "sonically" in my experience. However, I only used the R88A once in the Masters of War video by San Geronimo & Friends.
This is so cool. I’m going down a one mic rabbit hole!
Have fun!
@@onemic-theminimalist Me too!
Why didn't yall put the sound blocking boxes in front of the drummer? They were right by the drummer.
Because that would block the sound to the one mic in the room.
Been studying Al Schmitt and Tom Dowd. It’s nice to see modern examples of his upbringing with physical balance around a mic. So cool
Couldn't agree more!
Elvis didn't stand where he put the black tape elvis stood by the sound booth door.
That is not correct - they have photos.
wow.... my 1st time to watch this behind the scene video, i wish could try it, i hope we have a philippines version of one mic
Thank you for watching!
Congrats once again. Awesome project and concept. And super kudos to the film crew too. Amazing visuals.
Thank you Ronnie, many more to come.
I've never found better thing than wallet :D
Funny how that is.
Thank you for doing these!
My pleasure!
Double post!?
yes
A fucking drummer without brushes?