1, input gain to loud 2, output gain to low 3, having the microphone facing backwards 4, H/W buffer size too high 5, mic too close to the a wall 6, mono vocals on sterio track 7, beeing to close to the microphone 8, too much room noise 9, too much compresion or EQ 10, not using your ears but only your gear great video man! thanks for the tips
FINALLY glad to see somebody who knowS what they are talking about but having fun as well and not boring!! I see way too many ppl giving out trash info and the ones who do give out decent are so mono tone and boring...Great work!!
I cringe to think of some of my newbie mistakes! One time I pulled back on the Master Volume on the studio's Neve 24 track console in the middle of session and my instructor about flipped his lid at me! I learned then and there that you NEVER touch the Master Input volume until the session is completely over. My embarrassment was intense and my face a really deep shade of red! 😯 My instructor had worked with Ozzy Osbourne, Ella Fitzgerald, Clint Eastwood and many others at his Hollywood studio, so I felt like a total fool! ;)
Man, you have taught me in two days something I thought would take me weeks to learn. I now have all the equipment you listed in the "Setting up a home recording studio" tutorial I watched yesterday. And now this is video is teaching me the comon mistakes to avoid as a beginner as I work on my first mixtape. This couldn't have come at a better time. So thanks man.
As a producer and engineer for 29 years now, I like the tips you've given-though they are very specific for recording vocals. One of the best tips I've ever been given is to have a 'guide track,' a tune that you think is a 'perfect recording' in some way (overall mix, engineering, the placement of the vocals, whatever) and use that to guide what you're working on. My mentor worked on Music Row in Nashville for years and also told me 'NEVER BE AFRAID TO FAIL!' When you're starting, there is a better chance of failing than getting it right. What you learn in failure is often more important. I learned how to mix when recording to DAT was the hottest thing out there...I had to re-learn when I started mixing in the box. I'm glad you're trying to make the world sound better Wayne.wav...thanks.
Real legit VU meters are a must. Once you learn how to use them, they can get your mix very close to perfection even when your ears are too tired. They are your visual ears. Also a reference Mix is helpful. A reference mix is a proven professional mix that has similar qualities to the sound that you are trying to get.
"Time brings practice" is such a gay thing to say. Its just stupid. Time doesnt bring practice lol. Practice makes perfect but time does not "bring practice" 😂😂😂 You even capitalized each word as if its a title
Great tips man! I especially appreciate the last tip about using your ears because I've heard producers and engineers say that before, but you broke it down in a way that really made sense to me. Even if you follow someone's tutorial exactly, if it doesnt sound right, then something isn't right. Music is super contextual so what works in one instance, may not in another. Never assume something will work just because your levels are good, eq is good, compression is good, etc. Your ears will tell you instantly whether or not something is hitting the way you intended! Just gotta make sure you're paying attention!
Bro much appreciation for this video, My buffer size was too slow for mixing and my mic amp was too low, I was stuck trying to figure out what the damn problem was, keep grinding love the videos.
Mr. Wayne I have to say thank you. You are the best as far I am concern and I appreciate you for all the work you do in these training videos. I will make sure that I mention you, when I pick up my first grammy! You sir, are a blessing to many! Uncle Rob@ Smithtone Records, where Funk Meets Hip Hop!
Free Game, To the Max! I was recording for nearly three years before I learned about polar position, and gain being too high/too low. If today is your first time recording, and you watch this video, consider this your head start. @wayne.wav , much respect for giving it up how you giving it up.
I ask this in full humility and respect in regards to one of your statements that i hear alot of the audio youtubers say. You're in my top 5 favs and always will be to glean from but you mentioned getting your mixing done from a professional. Isn't the purpose of watching these endless youtube videos to aid us in becoming the professionals that the UA-camrs are telling us to go to? Granted, you can't learn all from videos but these are the motivations and tips needed to aid us in getting trained to become professionals.
I like to record without any effects, and add later, because I want to hear real-time vocals and easier to send off for mixing, I'll record/do a rough mix later for ideas and direction for the engineer of where I am trying to go with the song (along with a few notes). I find it easier with raw vocals if you can record a GOOD home studio recording is the key. Depending on your experience with mixing try to do that and send it off to an experienced engineer. That can bring your sound vision to life!
Sometimes it’s good to record with effects on in the headphones, some artists like to hear how they sound with the autotune on the beat and if they fail notes or aren’t in key
@@ReviewPimpUSA Ah, I can see where that would be good to record with autotune effect on to get in key. I haven't used autotune maybe I'll experiment with it and create something new within my recordings.
Truth be told I didn't think that I would get a lot o out of this video but I'm the first to admit when I'm wrong great video bro it helped tremendously
If you ever plan to make a vinyl record, final mix for the record engineer usually should be sent at -6db for the whole recording...:) the mastering engineer will make it loud!
i made mistake #3 after i moved my setup to a new house, and it took me days to actually realize how simple the issue was. That's mad hilarious. I'm glad i'm not the only one that's did that, lmao.
Great video man .. Joe Gilder talks about "getting it right at the source - GIRATS" - you nailed 10 of the factors that go into that .. it's the old garbage in/garbage out .. mix engineers can only do so much to a "doo doo" recording. Taking the time to real nail that recording with as few toys as possible is the key to great mixes!
Man I’ve been recording music for over 10 years and I never knew it was this easy to record sure there are some things a rookie don’t know then a vet but it will still put out good quality
Thank you for the tips. The mono source to stereo track was very important to me since i always kinda misunderstood it when i thought i did... Many thanks
I’m in my 60’s and I never do a final mix down on the same day I’ve been recording and tweaking. Come back to it with fresh ears the next day and you will find often levels in your mix too high as your ears get tired. The bass may be too loud or guitar solo etc.
ABOUT STUDIO, HOME STUDIO MONITORS: In my opinion you have to buy brands that make their own loudspeakers, not assembly (80% of the brands) It's a hassle when you have to change a loudspeaker, it's manufactured under specifications and you wait a month to have it. I gave and went to JBL which for the memory, few people know (lack of huge professional culture) is the inventor designer of the studio monitor. I also really like the French brand FOCAL JM LAB, which manufactures its loudspeakers like JBL.
Awesome video, very useful information, great of you to pass on such wisdom to those coming behind you. May God bless all that you are doing, Greatly appreciated, I'm inspired to get started.
I DON'T CARE YOU MAKE FUN OF US AS LONG YOU KEEP SHARING YOUR KNOWLEDGE ON ALL OF US WANNABE'S RECORDING ENGINEERS THAT ALREADY SPEND BUNCH OF MONEY ON A HOME RECORDING STUDIO LOL KEEP IT UP MAN YOU ARE THE BEST ON THIS KIND OF TUTORIALS 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽🤟🏽
1, input gain to loud
2, output gain to low
3, having the microphone facing backwards
4, H/W buffer size too high
5, mic too close to the a wall
6, mono vocals on sterio track
7, beeing to close to the microphone
8, too much room noise
9, too much compresion or EQ
10, not using your ears but only your gear
great video man! thanks for the tips
villiam spencer saves me 25 mins you the goat
Some people just like being intimate with the mic. So can the pop filter be placed futher away and let them get intimate with the pop filter
leonard harris yes , it forces them to stay in place. make sure to have them do a few takes , to set your gain level ✌🏿
*too
villiam spencer H Da Kid just dropped some fire 🔥 Galaxy song ... thank me later for putting u on
Friend: it don’t sound mixed good
Me:it’s uh lofi
TRUUUUUUU
I love lofi, but this is a good joke, lmao
LMAO!!!!
Lol smh
Lmao only funny Cus I used the same excuse on my LoFi Song 🤣🤣
I just started using pro tools and I'm already giving my engineer good music because of your knowledge. I appreciate this right here.
💯💯
"Your" engineer?
@@puyearprod.929 Yes. Meaning the one he uses. It's basic english. Try to keep up.
Wayne.wav were can I contact u
@@TEXASTR0NG lmmfao
FINALLY glad to see somebody who knowS what they are talking about but having fun as well and not boring!! I see way too many ppl giving out trash info and the ones who do give out decent are so mono tone and boring...Great work!!
If you’re not using your ears, and you’re relying on your gear, you’re gonna play yourself somewhere. BARS! FACTS!
If you recording with the mic backwards then this ain’t for you.. LIG it
Shak atl hahaaa, well said!
Shak atl H Da Kid just dropped some fire 🔥 Galaxy song ... thank me later for putting u on
I cringe to think of some of my newbie mistakes! One time I pulled back on the Master Volume on the studio's Neve 24 track console in the middle of session and my instructor about flipped his lid at me! I learned then and there that you NEVER touch the Master Input volume until the session is completely over. My embarrassment was intense and my face a really deep shade of red! 😯 My instructor had worked with Ozzy Osbourne, Ella Fitzgerald, Clint Eastwood and many others at his Hollywood studio, so I felt like a total fool! ;)
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Man, you have taught me in two days something I thought would take me weeks to learn. I now have all the equipment you listed in the "Setting up a home recording studio" tutorial I watched yesterday. And now this is video is teaching me the comon mistakes to avoid as a beginner as I work on my first mixtape. This couldn't have come at a better time. So thanks man.
As a producer and engineer for 29 years now, I like the tips you've given-though they are very specific for recording vocals. One of the best tips I've ever been given is to have a 'guide track,' a tune that you think is a 'perfect recording' in some way (overall mix, engineering, the placement of the vocals, whatever) and use that to guide what you're working on. My mentor worked on Music Row in Nashville for years and also told me 'NEVER BE AFRAID TO FAIL!' When you're starting, there is a better chance of failing than getting it right. What you learn in failure is often more important. I learned how to mix when recording to DAT was the hottest thing out there...I had to re-learn when I started mixing in the box. I'm glad you're trying to make the world sound better Wayne.wav...thanks.
Hi Kevin. I'm looking to book a recording session. Are you located in New York?
Hi Kevin i need to ask you about some recording tips
Buffer size was the one I needed, good looks.
Real legit VU meters are a must. Once you learn how to use them, they can get your mix very close to perfection even when your ears are too tired. They are your visual ears. Also a reference Mix is helpful. A reference mix is a proven professional mix that has similar qualities to the sound that you are trying to get.
Can we get a UA-cam video of you mixing a song from start to finish
Very nice video! Im going to start recording my new song at home and this video helped me a lot! Thanks! 👍
I thought the title was click bait but Wayne explains things better than so many other teachers and books. Thank you, you Wavy Wizard.
He is right 🤣 17 years ago i recorded my First vocals in a stereo channel. But Time Brings Practice.
😂😂😂💯💯
"Time brings practice" is such a gay thing to say. Its just stupid. Time doesnt bring practice lol. Practice makes perfect but time does not "bring practice" 😂😂😂
You even capitalized each word as if its a title
Justin Puyear get yo hatin ass on. That statement made above makes perfect sense. You must've been born with patience
Justin Puyear It does if you’re serious enough & focus
I just found your channel and i think you're my new favorite person haha, you dope friend.
Thanks for the nugs of knowledge!
💯💯🙏🏽
Dude I wish this guy actually taught me like in a classroom setting. He's giving straight facts.
#1 home recording mistake. Not properly acoustically treating you room. Literally the best and first investment to make for any kind of recording.
I totally agree! I thought his section about gain staging was a little aggressive too.
ua-cam.com/video/6jAprP7WyvM/v-deo.html
Nah, my room is okay. I’d say it’s a good investment, but it’s not the first thing you need to fix
Great tips man! I especially appreciate the last tip about using your ears because I've heard producers and engineers say that before, but you broke it down in a way that really made sense to me. Even if you follow someone's tutorial exactly, if it doesnt sound right, then something isn't right. Music is super contextual so what works in one instance, may not in another. Never assume something will work just because your levels are good, eq is good, compression is good, etc. Your ears will tell you instantly whether or not something is hitting the way you intended! Just gotta make sure you're paying attention!
Bro much appreciation for this video, My buffer size was too slow for mixing and my mic amp was too low, I was stuck trying to figure out what the damn problem was, keep grinding love the videos.
Mr. Wayne I have to say thank you. You are the best as far I am concern and I appreciate you for all the work you do in these training videos. I will make sure that I mention you, when I pick up my first grammy! You sir, are a blessing to many! Uncle Rob@ Smithtone Records, where Funk Meets Hip Hop!
You are great my brother. Your presentation and tips are awsome and applicable. Thanks information is power. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for explaining the buffer size. 10+ years and it felt like the simplest explanation man.
Thank you bro I need this ... my mistake was not changing the buffer size
Highly knowledgeable, good information and none of it seems to be misled or incorrect.
Super useful information regarding input compression and EQ....it's so tempting when I'm listening to myself in the headphones lol!
I thought I heard another video say to set the input gain at 6 db. Thanks for setting this newbie straight
Free Game, To the Max! I was recording for nearly three years before I learned about polar position, and gain being too high/too low. If today is your first time recording, and you watch this video, consider this your head start. @wayne.wav , much respect for giving it up how you giving it up.
Great tips especially the buffer size tip
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you just helped all my problems 😂 you got my subscription
😂 welcome to the family. Join our community too. Seals.wavywayne.com
I ask this in full humility and respect in regards to one of your statements that i hear alot of the audio youtubers say. You're in my top 5 favs and always will be to glean from but you mentioned getting your mixing done from a professional. Isn't the purpose of watching these endless youtube videos to aid us in becoming the professionals that the UA-camrs are telling us to go to? Granted, you can't learn all from videos but these are the motivations and tips needed to aid us in getting trained to become professionals.
This is the greatest channel ever!!!
This dude is so nice I had to subscribe
I watch your videos because you're funny. Learning something new is a bonus bro.
I had one of dem mic shields too and it always gave my vocals a boomy/boxy sound I could never really get rid of
I like to record without any effects, and add later, because I want to hear real-time vocals and easier to send off for mixing, I'll record/do a rough mix later for ideas and direction for the engineer of where I am trying to go with the song (along with a few notes). I find it easier with raw vocals if you can record a GOOD home studio recording is the key. Depending on your experience with mixing try to do that and send it off to an experienced engineer. That can bring your sound vision to life!
Sometimes it’s good to record with effects on in the headphones, some artists like to hear how they sound with the autotune on the beat and if they fail notes or aren’t in key
@@ReviewPimpUSA Ah, I can see where that would be good to record with autotune effect on to get in key. I haven't used autotune maybe I'll experiment with it and create something new within my recordings.
appreciate the content on this channel, i'm a noob trying to learn as much as I can, thank you
No doubt fam!
Love you wavy! Thanks for all the tips.
I just use wavy Wayne Hip Hop template work wonders make recording easy Thank you
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Truth be told I didn't think that I would get a lot o out of this video but I'm the first to admit when I'm wrong great video bro it helped tremendously
I have the exact same fold up table in my studio right now, and ive felt kind of bad about it. But then i saw yours, and i felt better. awesome video.
Well done! I already utilize all of these tips accept the -6db tip. I will be starting that ASAP
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If you ever plan to make a vinyl record, final mix for the record engineer usually should be sent at -6db for the whole recording...:) the mastering engineer will make it loud!
Awesome video! I like your demeanor and sense of humor
my man wave! always coming through... thanks for all your videos. you the man!
Man i appreciate this video so much! Exactly what I needed right now, thanks bro.
Right on fam. 💯
Thank you soooo much for this video Bro Wavy Wayne
i'm so happy i finally found an audio production channel that isn't dry af. keep up the good shit brb gonna binge ur catalogue
You said it your ears so important preach it my brother
This man stay with the knowledge good tips bro
You were my teacher at Extreme Institute!!! What up man! great teacher.
Great detailed advice/tips !!!!!
Thank you and God bless you and yours 💯🔥💪🙏👍
Lotta lotta helpful tios bro.. love it
I kept making the mistakes all the time (6) even though I created MONO track but I kept using mono vocal in a stereo track 🤔🤔🤔🤔😳 thanks for the tips
I’m so happy I found his page all these videos really are helpful 💯💯💯💯
You saved my soul and ambition!!! My mic was backward!!! OMG!!! THANK YOU!!! I have to watch the rest of the video now , lol
Some great advice in this video. Thanks for the tips.
i made mistake #3 after i moved my setup to a new house, and it took me days to actually realize how simple the issue was. That's mad hilarious. I'm glad i'm not the only one that's did that, lmao.
You are my buddy. Thank you so much for such a useful lessons. Like your expressions more than your subject.
Excellent advice man. God Bless you.
Bro youre so helpful! Youre information is gold👌
If you want a really nice mic recording get a valve preamp or compressor.
Going straight into a cheap digital audio interface will kill the audio
EXACTLY
A lot I knew, some stuff I didn't think about. Funny and candid tutorial. Word up, stay safe!
Great video man .. Joe Gilder talks about "getting it right at the source - GIRATS" - you nailed 10 of the factors that go into that .. it's the old garbage in/garbage out .. mix engineers can only do so much to a "doo doo" recording. Taking the time to real nail that recording with as few toys as possible is the key to great mixes!
i really like the way you teach and explain things.
So happy I found your channel man. About to check out every video lol
excellent video, great stuff for beginners like me. i did 3 or 4 of these things incorrectly on my first vocal recording... wish id seen this first 🙃
Literally had no idea what I was doing, wasted time trying to figure it out myself. You saved me alot of time Wavy!!
Man I’ve been recording music for over 10 years and I never knew it was this easy to record sure there are some things a rookie don’t know then a vet but it will still put out good quality
AWESOME BRO ...keep up the great work.
GREAT VIDEO BROU! CHEERS FROM VENEZUELA
Great video man! A couple new things to me but also some good reminders. Appreciate the tips!
Thank you for the tips. The mono source to stereo track was very important to me since i always kinda misunderstood it when i thought i did... Many thanks
Maaaan i made 8 outta 10 of these mistakes when i first started lol
Lol. Me too. That’s why I know.
I like your style. I appreciate the "doo-doo," dude.
I’m in my 60’s and I never do a final mix down on the same day I’ve been recording and tweaking.
Come back to it with fresh ears the next day and you will find often levels in your mix too high as your ears get tired. The bass may be too loud or guitar solo etc.
The buffer do work wonders, nice tip!
ABOUT STUDIO, HOME STUDIO MONITORS: In my opinion you have to buy brands that make their own loudspeakers, not assembly (80% of the brands) It's a hassle when you have to change a loudspeaker, it's manufactured under specifications and you wait a month to have it. I gave and went to JBL which for the memory, few people know (lack of huge professional culture) is the inventor designer of the studio monitor. I also really like the French brand FOCAL JM LAB, which manufactures its loudspeakers like JBL.
Thank you for the video mate !
i subbed.. im just getting back into this after 10 years.. i appreciate it..
Great help, thanks... also sweet Einstürzende Neubauten tattoo.
Yes, most condensers I've seen have symbols on them that indicate the pickup pattern.
Awesome video, very useful information, great of you to pass on such wisdom to those coming behind you. May God bless all that you are doing, Greatly appreciated, I'm inspired to get started.
My mixes sounded like doo doo
😂😂 we gonna make it.
lol
Mans said it sound like doo doo I’m dead 😂
mines too ctfu one day we gonna figure this shit out
same same. part of why i'm here
Never seen sth so helpful, thank you Wavy Wayne!!
Man the pop filter being fist distance is new to me, definitely good to know
Put the longer poles in your speaker stands - to use your ears you need the speakers high enough that you can hear them.
keep smiling brother!
I appreciate the tips, very useful even if you’re not recording music
you da man thank you sir very good at the perfect time
outstanding thanks again
All good tips and all the problems I've faced.
Very, very informative for me though difficult to understand for an Austrian (German language).
Excellent picture-quality. 👏🏻👍🏻
Excellent tips, thanks
You should make a video using that Apollo twin. The ins and outs of using it with the plug ins etc
I DON'T CARE YOU MAKE FUN OF US AS LONG YOU KEEP SHARING YOUR KNOWLEDGE ON ALL OF US WANNABE'S RECORDING ENGINEERS THAT ALREADY SPEND BUNCH OF MONEY ON A HOME RECORDING STUDIO LOL KEEP IT UP MAN YOU ARE THE BEST ON THIS KIND OF TUTORIALS 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽🤟🏽
Lol bro ur funny and chill.. i be learning shx, but its also entertaining.. ppreciate you
Been wanting to get into producing just for a hobby and I appreciate the vid heavy man!
much needed info bruh and a great job at breaking everything down
constructive criticism funny asl
Over half of Max B's catalog was below top quality and that was never an issue.. some people are worried about the wrong technicalities.
KEEP IT GOING WAVY
This is more helpful than ever
Thanks bro