How The Pros Use Compression on Instruments and Mixes
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- Опубликовано: 11 июл 2024
- Secrets of How the Pros use Compression. In this video I discuss how compression works: Ratio, Threshold, Attack, Release, Hard-Knee, Soft Knee, Gain Reduction. What are and How to use the Plugin and Hardware Versions of:
Optical Compressors - like the LA2A, LA3A, Shadow Hills Mastering Compressor.Tube Tech CL1B
FET Compressors - Universal Audio 1176, Purple Audio MC77, Universal Audio 1176 Blue Stripe, Universal Audio 1178
VCA Compressors - SSL G Series, Alan Smart C2, Neve 33609
Variable MU - Fairchild 660 and 670, Manley Variable MU. Altec 436C,
How To Compress and What to Use - Kick Drum, Snare, Toms, Overheads, Room Mic and Drum Buss Compression.
I also provide examples of using compression plugins in individual Instruments and the Mix Buss.
The song I use at the end is called "Live This Lie" that I wrote with my friend and Australian DJ TyDi
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You explained it very well and in electronic music, from chill, electro pop to dance, Edm to trap, house, techno etc. will the same rules be applied to compression?
How do you feel about the Logic Pro Compressors? Do I need to get a different software compressor if all I have is Logic Pro?
@@ilo0076 I’m not on Beato’s level by any means, but the concepts here absolutely apply across the board in general. Like his comments about the LA2A treating low end frequencies better than others. Instead of taking notes word for word, I just made notes on problems and solutions. (Like the 1176 having ultra fast atk & release times) regardless of what sounds he uses it on.
@@HAJensen19987 Try something interesting: record without compression. Too many young audio engineers cut themselves short by jumping straight to the tools of pros who have spent years learning how to use them. The best thing you can do is get Nick's ear training book, learn to identify frequencies, and move on from there into other tools. Once you can clearly/consistently identify by frequency you'll already be more than halfway there.
I hope that helped.
Dr. DT Hazelrig (Ph.D.)
I feel like I should be paying you right now... lol
defn 0:18
ratios 1:00
attack 4:06
release 7:40
mix bus 9:14
types of 11:19
drum plugins 20:53
bass plugins 23:32
guitars plugins 24:00
piano plugins 25:07
vocal plugins 26:01
drum buss 26:41
...this is for me
Absolute saint
thanks my man, I play with the compression all day and listen and listen some more
with the ratio at 1:00 you have no compression... :)
@@MaxCarola I boorun about 3 or 4 to1 ratio
And me.
Hi Rick, We studied together at Berklee. I graduated 1984. You continue to shine and bring deep knowledge to us all. Thanks for the great lesson.
wholesome comment! you doing audio too?
Genius...
Did you go to Daddy’s Junky Music.
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This video will teach you in 30 minutes what took you 30 years to hardly figure out and all without confusion. Yous just saved yourself a grip of money as well. Beato is the 6 blade knife and a highly accomplished musician/guitarist as well. He is officially uncle Rick.
TRUTH!
It'll be cool if he also takes me out for an intergalactic space adventure and let me have my way with Jessica.
If you took 30 years to learn that give it up
I feel like a compressor pedal is more for live use anyway, i think you can get better results with most DAWs
@@thedevilsadvocate5210 LMAO, RIGHT!!!!
The best, most comprehensive explanation of compression on youtube. PERIOD.
period PERIODperiod
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KtM great information thank you
The real question, do I need a compressor pedal?
@@harrysachs2274 if you use single coils? Absolutely. It tames the shrill singlecoils, and increases your output. Humbuckers are already compressed to death, so it's optional.
Notes to self:
Dynamic range / loudness is a function of music that needs to be addressed at the mixing stage.
Gaining perspective on the loudness of your song:
A) use metering
check the LUFS , rms, perceived loudness
B) find a professionally mixed reference track and a b your mix with it on different systems
If your tracks are not loud enough, you obviously need to get them louder.
How do you make loud mixes?
First understand the relationship between dynamic range and loudness.
What is dynamic range ?
Dynamic range is the difference between the quietest and loudest parts of your track.
Digital Audio goes from - infinity to 0 (loudest).
When you cross 0 you get distortion.
By limiting your audio to -0.1 you can then just jack up the volume and get max loudness without distorting right ?
Wrong.
When you start trying to make it louder you will start to lose parts of your Audio. The transients will go first, so your drums ah start sound Lakka doo doo.
So how do you gain loudness without losing parts of your Audio or distorting?
You could :
- Lower the volume of your transients
- lower the bass
- compact the sound by reducing the dynamic range and then raising the volume
That’s where compression comes in.
It’s a tool you can use as a function Of compacting Audio aka reducing dynamic range.
But how does reducing dynamic range help make a track louder? How does compacting Audio and then doing gain compensation help?
It helps because you get more perceived loudness while taking up less volume, so now you are further away from the ceiling but it sounds just as loud. Now when you come to limit you can raise it even louder.
It’s like being space efficient.
- Notes to self to be continued
Excellent!
Wow
Amazing 🙏
Nice. I would add that there are more goals that you can achieve with compression, not only loudness. You can obtain more definition or sustain, as you are able to enhance the back ends, or, as it is said on the video, you make the sound more even. All of this at the cost of reducing dynamic range, which in the other hand could be valuable thing that you are losing, thats why the dynamics of piano and forte exist.
This is dope
I know this is an old video but man I feel like I just took a whole college course for free! Thank you Rick! This filled in so many holes in my knowledge of compression that I I actually feel really confident and excited to start experimenting with different compressors in different situations now
I took notes the whole time. haha!
I had my DAW open on one screen and had this video playing on another screen. In the course of this 30-minute video, I was able to make a mix sound so much better using the information in this video. This is the definitive guide to compression and it helped me make sense of it in a way that nobody else has been able to. Rick, you are a national treasure and you must be protected at all costs.
Yep.. 30 years in 30 minutes.
The only video that properly explained compression that I have watched.
This is the best overview I have ever seen on compression! The real world examples from classic songs is fantastic. The graphics thrown in to make the point more clear is fantastic. The discussion on current plug in offerings is fantastic. Rick thank you so much man! You have probably heard this before but you have a gift of communication as you break down complicated subjects. I am so happy (and lucky!) to know that you share openly. THANK YOU SO MUCH!
totally agree with you!
Phil Williams Rick is D’Man!!!!
I just learned I have no idea what Im doing!
havick104 I love it when that happens... means my life’s about to get easier.
Yea im on it too :)
Hahahahahah! SAME
Emanuel Walker Was, yeah. Might be again someday if this whole “software dev” thing doesn’t work out.
Welcome to the world of mixing I guess
This is the only cohesive explanation of compression I've ever heard. Thanks, Rick!
Thank you Rick Beato. I am a disabled 🎸 player who records at home in Osgood Indiana on a Boss BR - 8 recording studio. I used to left-handed Mexican Fender Stratocaster and a few effects pedals of which the Wa wa pedal is my favorite.
I couldn't afford to go to a special school to learn the art of this craft. As much as I like it and believe in it, being on Social Security and disabled many things are out of my price range. So it is with deep gratitude for your time in this session they cost me absolutely nothing except for the time it takes to listen and pay attention. I have recorded these programs so that I can go back and refer to them as often as I need to. Thank you very much Rick Beato. You have even helped the lowest of musicians, so you are greatly appreciated. May God bless you and your family for the great work that you do.
Rick, you are a treasured font of knowledge! We are very blessed and privileged to have you sharing on this platform.
I am continually stunned by Rick’s channel. The knowledge he shares, the information he has in his head...it’s just awesome. I can’t come here without learning heaps. Thank you a thousand times Rick. Always grateful for anything you wish to share.
Not only the font of knowledge. but the way he explains... best teacher ever.
he makes these explanations seem so easy and obvious, probably what I love most about him :)
I remember looking for something like this when i first started learning about compression, and found it ridiculous that nobody had explained things in such detail! Happy that up and coming musicians can learn this stuff from your videos.
Facts. I love how he threw in the examples top to really drive the point home and show it in practice. Rick you rock
I could listen to you all day. If only my music teacher at school had this delivery….
This is so great. What a time to be alive and recording.
This video needs to be far more popular! I wish these videos were on the same channel as produce like a pro. Combination of easy to learn, straight-forward, non-time wasted, white board learning of music/production and then produce like a pro's interviews with the top mixing and mastering engineers in the world. Love these two channels.
So many people I tried to learn from treated mixing and mastering like some elite practice and not like science where you just have to start with fundamentals and then learn step by step - The way Rick gives so many people insight is remarkable - I love what you are doing for the whole music community Rick ! Thank you so much
@@jsullivan2112 Exactly. :-) Well said. That is the truth.
Well, quite honestly you have to have an ear for it to start with. It's not _all_ eyeball science, there's at least _some_ biology. It can be trained to some degree, but just like athletics or any other endeavor some will just have a natural inclination, while others who work twice as hard won't get as desirable results.
The ear is necessary because there are so many anomalies with different recording rooms, mixing rooms, microphones, drum heads, strings, vocal cords etc, etc, etc...
Fortunately AI is not far off from giving _anyone_ the ability to hum out-of-tune into their phone and have an algorithm assemble a _Red Book_ recording, replete with brilliant lyrics, astonishing performance, original composition and a 32 piece philharmonic orchestra.
@@maxi-me Hard disagree. "It can be trained to some degree"-no, it can be trained to an intensely refined degree. And this isn't sport, there is no objective better, or objective winner. Your ears are uniquely yours, your preferences are uniquely yours and those facts makes YOU doing the work objectively valuable.
No doubt this is the best tutorial on compression by a long shot!
I would really like to disagree with you but I never get a crack at you because you’re spot on every time...!
This guy knows how to explain things in a way that finally makes sense to me.
Fat back end was my high school nickname.
Made me lol, well played.
lmao
Every once in a while I come back to this video, what a gem!
Even in audio engineering we did not get this detailed into compression. I love this
Rick, thank you . I’ve been playing with this equipment of mine for over 20 years and you are the only person I was able to understand what was happening.. I move compressor knobs until I get the sound I like but never understanding why. Thank you again. Just to show your never too old to rock and roll I’m 73 and still learning
Keep the production related videos coming Rick!! Amazing job!
When Rick is "presenting" (like he's on TV) he's definitely very cool. But then there are the moments when he's just so into what he's explaining, it's like he forgets there's a big audience, and it's as if he's simply talking to you, just you, about really specific recording techniques that you're totally interested in. That's when he's truly great. Part teenager going, "oh my god that song sounds amazing", part professor saying, "these are the compressor settings they used on the mix bus". Incredible!
This is a must have video. After all my years, finally an explanation that makes sense.
I love how many artists hoping to come up all come together watching these type of videos, all of us in the comment section should start a music distribution company promoting each other
i cant imagine im learning from this for free. Every Audio Engineer needs to Pay for this Knowledge,
OTOH, you can join the Beato club! Guilt - solved!
Best compressor video on RUclips by far.
this is the best video on Compression I have seen yet !
every video i've seen, the guy wants to sound super smart and doesn't make it intuitive.
thank you !
The Glue Sounded amazing every time, when activated during the bass and during the vocals. I mean like wow! What a difference!
Best music channel on RUclips.
Missclicked?
Ross Kemp .
....without doubt...very detailed and oddly accessible given the complexity of much of the information.
don't know about what might be best channel, but for me definitely one of the most informative channels regarding music production topics. Keep up the good work, Rick! and a BIG THANK YOU!!
What was it like being in the SAS?
Beato 2020
It's been 20 years since I first read something on how a compressor worked and spent years being confused and probably guessing as much as anything.
If you're learning, or in any way confused, this video is about the best single resource on compression I have ever seen.
Not on;y will you get a perfect explanation of the what and how of compression, but you'll also get a very accessible and useful when & why too, covering different types of compressors, when to use them, and what settings are the best place to start for a whole range of musical circumstances.
Another killer video Rick, you are a true information resource...the kids these days have no fucking idea how amazing it is to have this kind of thing on call and in your pocket 24/7!
10/10
This guy makes the best videos if you're learning to mix
Man thanks a bunch! This is the first time I could actually really really hear the difference between before and after tracks most videos I watch my ear has not grown enough to notice.
been to an audio crash course earlier this week and this video of Mr Beato reinforced my knowledge on the subject of music production in general. Thank you sir!
no one in the entire world could explain this the way you did. Such clear explanation & so in-depth knowledge. Thanks a lot for doing this Mr. Beato. I am forever grateful & indebted to you for teaching all the difficult concepts so easily.
I have some barriers that prevent me from staying engaged when reading and this helps immensely!!!! Thank you!
I used to have a general understanding of compressors - to reduce the dynamic range. But with all the different types of compressors and variations for the differing instruments, that takes experience that I will likely will never get. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience with us.
This is the only compression tutorial on RUclips I’ve ever felt like I’ve gotten something out of
Me as well!!!!
Compression has boggled my mind for years but you explained it super clearly. Thanks
Came back to this video after two years of "making music" and I finally understand it. Well, what I mean is I understand part of it.
That part is, "Leave compression to the Pros. ;-)
Loved how the Glue did just that, tightened everything up. Also, the Neve, and how it pushed everything through, giving it more Punch.
Great tutorial By the way. Thank You!!!
You taught me more here in 9 minutes than I learned in 9 months of schooling
bro, your a god at this point, youve taught me in 5 minutes in more than any lesson or playing about with the compressor has in 3 years
#2 and #4 made the track sound more professional and Mello to the ears
Thank you -- no kidding, I took a college course in recording and it was nowhere near as potent as this. I especially appreciate the comparisons of waveforms (the way they look compressed and not compressed... I'm a visual learner) and citing well-known examples like Led Zeppelin.
The most articulate discussion/lesson on compression I’ve seen. Thank you Rick.
Amen to that!
Hi Rick, I have been mixing for 25 years now and your vid on compression is just so cool. Thank you.
Dude , you are the god of music here in youtube.
finally somebody i understand
I know right!?
Hahaha ! Exactly
That Neve brings out the sparkle a bit more. The Glue pulls everything in tight with almost no color.
Bravo to you Rick for sharing information with others in a wonderful enlightening way. You timelessly prove that you have forgotten more then many will ever know yet you are so humble in your delivery. A true mentor i salute you!
I watched this video many months ago before I knew anything about compression at all. Have picked up some knowledge along the way and came back to this. It’s like a whole new video. Learned a ton and was actually familiar with a lot of the language used here, unlike last time. Super useful video!
This was absolutely the best explanation of the use of compressors and which ones are best suited for what situation!
That was one insane amount of information. Could have been stretched out on a whole semester. Very grateful for this RB 🙏🏻 ❤️
This has been the best explanation of compression I have seen on here. Very straightforward and simple to follow. Also, your examples using different compressors with the same audio track is very well done. The inclusion of portions of the uncompressed track demonstrates very clearly what compressors do without adding unnecessary explanation which would only serve to distract the viewer. Thank you very much for making and posting this.
A great explanation on how the compressor work. Knowing how it actually works will make you more confident when using one
So helpful - you're a great teacher. I'm a long-time musician getting into recording and you anticipate all my questions as they pop up. Really good pace and clarity - thank you!
Easily the most I've learned from this channel by far. Fascinating.
little nugget of gold for those of use just starting to get into engineering, Rick. I appreciate everything you do for the fans out there!!! One of the best in the biz without a doubt.
For about a minute i was like Anthony Bourdain is alive and making compression videos. Great video BTW
this video is so thorough I LOVE IT. thank you
This is the first thing that’s ever helped me understand compression. Thanks Rick. Will be watching any further production tips you post.
First time ever I understand compression. That's fantastic, thanks!
Big respect to sound engineers.
I've watched a lot of mixing videos and I've also watched a lot of Rick's video (what makes this song great, etc.) But from education perspective, this video is GOLD!
By far the most useful video on compression I’ve ever watched.
Best clear-cut, informative video on compression I've ever seen.
Great teacher... Thanks Rick! You deserve all the followers you have and many many more. Easy to follow and very informative. Not to fast and not to slow, and loads of valuable knowledge in only a 30 minute video.
Thanks so much, this is the best compression video I've been able to watch yet. Amazing! Keep up the great content and thanks again!
Hopefully you`re able to watch some that show how it is really used.
This is an incredibly useful video. Thanks for taking the time, and offering this wealth of knowledge to those of us that are interested in a better understanding of how these can be applied. Grateful! Cheers!!
Wow... the four buss examples really show what you were explaining clearly. The Glue - what extra width and height it presents in the dynamics over the others! You've clearly shown how much rich texture compression use can add. I've used multiband for years instead of eq - now the world knows my secret sauce thanks to Rick here.
Thank you so much for this tutorial, i've been watching videos for the past 2 hours and they never go in depth and always explain the basics but never do they use technical slang in fear of losing young disillusioned viewers. Thank you for this you have helped a band record their album better. And certainly countless others
this lesson will become a classic thanks so much for this precious info
Totally awesome. Love compressors.
been doing this for years and this is probably the best video I've seen on breaking down compression so far!
Best compression video on the Internet!!!
Fantastic information! Thanks again Rick!
Hands down the best video on knowing how to use compression!
mixbustv has an awesome series on compression! You should definitely check it out if you didn't already.
I now understand what I never really understood. Thanks Rick for bringing light to a dark art.
Thanks! this is something many professionals are not aware of!
This was great, thanks. I loved hearing Rick speak Chinese for 30 minutes!
You are the man. Love the examples like led zeppelin, or the beatles. You give us an idea of sound not just numbers.
Rick, your teaching style is amazing. I took a ton of notes on this video and your EQ video. You have a gold mine of decades of experience in audio engineering. I welcome any other videos on the subject of recording/mixing and would happily pay for them. There is no substitute for the job savvy gained from your years in the business. The way you explain concepts is a highly valuable asset that many of us aspiring amateur and professional engineers can benefit from.
Excellent tutorial. Compression is maybe the most challenging or intimidating process to apply. But breaking it down like this is the key to understanding it. Great tip at 6.38 to 7.35 for vocal compression. Thanks Rick.
the neve comp was really nice. going to get that one now by UA overlooked that one for too long. great video thanks for sharing will give your video to my interns for learning
This cleared up a lot of questions that I still had not got a clue on.
This is the best compression video hands down. You should definitely have a class! You have those excellent teaching skills!
I'm going to need to watch this about 800 times to absorb all this info. What a great video!
Totally agree
this man is godsent I swear. thank god for rick.
Wow, this is the best explanation of how compressors work that I've ever seen. I had an idea of how they work but you really dig in. Awesome.
This is absolutely unbelievable content. The real life examples and the way you break everything down helped clarify so much for me. Thank you.
This will certainly be one of my go-to videos, whenever I feel like I need a refresh, when dealing with compression. Thanks for all the tips!
One of the very phew channels where i like first, then watch.
Can’t imagine this is the first time this has been said on Rick’s comments sections.. but this legend has forgotten more about music theory, music production and likely about life than I will probably ever know.
Great overview, Rick. I've learned a lot about compression. But, it never hurts to hear someone else's take on a subject. The listing of what makes of compressors to apply in given situations or on instruments is truly helpful. Great stuff as always.