The Roger Nichols Recording Method: A Primer for the 21st Century Audio Engineer, Book & DVD-ROM
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| Rating | : | 4.51 (964 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0739095056 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 180 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-06-18 |
| Language | : | English |
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"For beginners only." according to Kendall Soulen. Why Roger Nichols would attach his name to the is a mystery, except he needs the money and his publisher told him the richest market is in addressing newbies. This an unbelievably BASIC book that has no special insights from Mr. Nichols. You could get the same thing by reading a Pro Tools manual. And I mean only the first chapter. Waste of money.. Totally uselless for me. No recording tecniches, no Aleix Clavera Totally uselless for me. No recording tecniches, no micropfone postions, equipment etc. Only explain how to use Pro Tools for a beginner.. Wish I had this book 37 years ago! Lauadi Bob Ok, so full disclosure, Roger was a friend of mine. We worked together in the studio (Soundworks West - now a parking lot for West Hollywood city trucks). What I learned from Roger was so much more valuable than simply recording techniques. Having already been a recording engineer in my career of 15 years to that point, I had learned the craft the hard way, trial and error (lots of error)Roger brought a whole different approach to the recording studio - real science, and incredible wit and humor, with many anecdotes in the book as testimony. Roger had a great attitude even when things weren't going perfec
Learn the basics of digital recording, each step of the signal path, and everything from microphone placement to mixing strategy through the eyes and ears of "The Immortal" Roger Nichols, master engineer. This book is excellent for beginners but is still full of gems for seasoned pros who want to know how Roger Nichols always managed to get that sound. Topics include: * Plan your recording sessions like a professional engineer and producer * Choose the right microphones and learn how Roger would place them for a session * Test microphone patterns; learn about critical distance placement and the 3 to 1 rule * Understand how digital audio really works to choose the right format for your sessions * Learn about the signal path from microphone/instrument levels, channels strips, and plugins * Record multiple takes, overdubs, punch-in techniques, and get tips on editing digital audio files * Learn Roger's personal tips for mixing, using automation, creating your final mix, and more!. It's the ultimate experience of having an eight-time GRAMMY(R)-winning engineer sit down in your studio to teach you from his personal experiences and techniques. The Roger Nichols Recording Method gives you the unique experience of learning directly from Roger---exactly as he would have taught you at one of his famous master classes. From scientifically analyzing the differences between condenser, ribbon, and dynamic microphones, to sharing his secre
. Renowned for inventing recording studio technology, Nichols life is a reflection of his personal philosophy: Strive for perfection in everything you do and you will never have any regrets. About the Author With eight GRAMMY Awards, including a Lifetime Achievement Award for technical excellence, Roger The Immortal Nichols (1944 2011), worked over four decades in the recording industry. A recognized expert in the field of audio digital recording, Nichols client list reads like a Who s Who of recording artists: Steely Dan, John Denver, Roseanne Cash, Rickie Lee Jones, Toto, Diana Ross
With eight GRAMMY Awards, including a Lifetime Achievement Award for technical excellence, Roger The Immortal Nichols (1944 2011), worked over four decades in the recording industry. Renowned for inventing recording studio technology, Nichols life is a reflection of his personal philosophy: Strive for perfection in everything you do and you will never have any regrets. A recognized expert in the field of