Mixcraft Quick Tip | Gain Staging Explained

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  • Опубликовано: 2 авг 2024
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    In this Mixcraft Quick Tip Video Tutorial, we'll be covering the topic of Gain Staging and explaining everything you need to know to get started with gain staging in your mix sessions.
    Gain Staging is an important topic to understand to get the most out of your mix sessions and ensure that changes you make are worth making by compensating for volume differences, and also helps to get the most use out of your mix fader travel paths.
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Комментарии • 76

  • @mlipping
    @mlipping 4 года назад +10

    Definitely like the fact that you all are getting to the basics. So many people don't get how many little things need to go right to make a good recording. Gain staging is SO important and people don't think about it as much as they should. Thanks and keep 'em coming!

  • @theceasarkevlar9155
    @theceasarkevlar9155 3 года назад +4

    I've been a loyal Mixcraft user for years. This video helps even me the experienced user.

  • @crimewavbeats5532
    @crimewavbeats5532 3 года назад +1

    It really does help, the best eq alot of the time is the fader,getting everything leveled is 80% of the mix fr

  • @hadookin47
    @hadookin47 Год назад

    Very helpful, thank you! I've realized this is an integral part of the music making process and makes things much easier to control and everything sounds much better.

  • @MusikeXavier
    @MusikeXavier 4 года назад

    This is great! I've never paid much attention to gain before, now I will. Thank you!

  • @sriharivishnubhatla
    @sriharivishnubhatla 4 года назад

    Just when needed!!!! Thank you for the amazing video!

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  4 года назад

      No problem at all, we're glad it was helpful!

  • @22singhisking
    @22singhisking 3 года назад

    The best explanation so far.... thanks

  • @jimmcguire3894
    @jimmcguire3894 4 года назад

    super dooper... and well explained, thanks

  • @papobermudez
    @papobermudez 4 года назад

    Just perfect. From PR.

  • @AryanSharma-sv3ib
    @AryanSharma-sv3ib 4 года назад

    Needed this since a long time

  • @AljoniMusiCo
    @AljoniMusiCo 3 года назад

    Cool!

  • @MrAcEsNeIgHtS1188
    @MrAcEsNeIgHtS1188 4 года назад +1

    Love the tip of recording two separate takes 1:48

  • @raymirocupido158
    @raymirocupido158 3 года назад

    Hi..this is what I have been looking for and talk about...i don't have the gain knob in Mixcraft 8 I will use a meter pluging or loudness plugin to match the level...i will try it out🤙🤞👌

  • @anttipylsymusic
    @anttipylsymusic 4 года назад

    Thanks!

  • @music_cult7165
    @music_cult7165 Год назад

    I normally put compression on my vocals with a channel strip drugged Dean stage before compression going into the door or gamestage after

  • @officialrezult5355
    @officialrezult5355 2 года назад

    Nice

  • @baroufess
    @baroufess 4 года назад

    Thank you sir

  • @raaftalmidfae
    @raaftalmidfae 3 года назад

    thanks💚🌹🌹🌹😍

  • @RonnieVaiArovo
    @RonnieVaiArovo 4 года назад

    Nice tutorial. You forgot completely about normalization and how it pertains to gain staging.
    It would be cool to implement gain staging like pro tools where you can drag the gain up or down on the clip itself.
    May I suggest you do a video about connecting outboard harware (like Vocal processors or compressors) into Mixcraft? I don't know how to do that with my ID 14.

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  4 года назад

      Hey there! Normalization wouldn't actually really be a part of gain staging as it would normalize the recorded audio. If you didn't gain stage properly it would set it to an arbitrary level, but also increase the noise floor along with it. Although it's useful to normalize a clip that's recorded properly, it's not necessarily a part of proper gain staging practice.
      As for gain staging per clip, this is already possible actually - to do that you can click and drag the white handle in the center of a clip to raise or lower the volume.
      We can note that suggestion down as well for a future video!

  • @BrikkRuler
    @BrikkRuler 4 года назад

    Can you show us anything about effects ordering and the importance? I know this may be a little advanced. But would definitely be useful for seasoned individuals.

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  4 года назад +1

      Hey there! We can definitely note that down on the suggestions list!

  • @frederickpastor9206
    @frederickpastor9206 Год назад

    ❤❤❤

  • @midhunm343
    @midhunm343 4 года назад

    Superb bro.can you please do a video about synthesizer plugins

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  4 года назад +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! And we can certainly note that down on the suggestions list!

  • @kisapprime9525
    @kisapprime9525 2 года назад

    please make a video about vocal mixing with kareoke?

  • @LilHoss
    @LilHoss 4 года назад +1

    Could you do a video on how to use a Novation LaunchPad Pro in Mixcraft 9? It certainly is not plug and play, it needs alot of midi learning, and I still cannot get it working good. I'm talking LaunchPad Pro, not LaunchPad mini, I see videos out there for that. Thanks

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  4 года назад +1

      We can definitely note it down on the suggestions list! We are also working to ensure that the latest models are natively compatible with future updates of Mixcraft!

  • @margaritavieira965
    @margaritavieira965 Год назад

    Top mil

  • @motivacionaldecristo
    @motivacionaldecristo Год назад

    top mil

  • @infamousbandido7316
    @infamousbandido7316 3 года назад

    Can you please make a video explaining how to use the Izotope Mastering Essentials plugins on the main track?

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  3 года назад

      We'll add it to the suggestions list!

  • @nmaikowski8013
    @nmaikowski8013 4 года назад +1

    I wish the master track could switch the project to mono. And i wish the master meter was more detailed. extremely basic. I do love mixcraft, but those to things could really make it that much better. Also if mixcraft had a VST specifically for drum mic bleed like the drum leveler, this software would be bought by everyone.

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  4 года назад +1

      Hey there! We can definitely note that down on the suggestions list for a future update!
      In the meantime, you could use something like the free Melda Productions bundle to access metering tools as well as a stereo tool to collapse the master track to mono!

    • @nmaikowski8013
      @nmaikowski8013 4 года назад

      @@acoustica222 yes I have a vst that does that for me. Just a nice option when it's on the master mixer or by the meter. Just some button somewhere so I don't have to open another vst. Not a must have just convenient. Thank you for replying. Love the DAW!

  • @DJMafiaTony
    @DJMafiaTony 2 года назад

    How do you get your XLR mic to sound to clean? I have a Scarlett and also an at2020

  • @acedelpilar6175
    @acedelpilar6175 4 года назад

    Make a video tutorials on how to use a vst plug in instrument(piano) in midi editing without a midi controller.(using only computer)

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  4 года назад

      Hey there! We actually demonstrated that in the Mixcraft University series! You can find the video about that here: ruclips.net/video/KQnzFhdmjHs/видео.html

  • @redeyeshinigami9678
    @redeyeshinigami9678 6 месяцев назад

    guys is this only for instruments or also vocal audios? the settings/mastering from the video or is it different on vocal audios(RAP)?

  • @SteveBedard
    @SteveBedard 2 года назад

    Is the gain knob only available in version 9 ? I have version 8 and I don't see that option.

  • @JaeBTundra1
    @JaeBTundra1 4 года назад

    How can you change numbers on your dbfs mixer meter? My numbers go by -20, -40, -60, -80

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  4 года назад

      Hey there! These numbers depend on the scale/size of the mixer in some cases. If resizing the mixer doesn't fix that, feel free to get in touch with our support at support.acoustica.com and we'd be glad to assist you!

  • @JaeBTundra1
    @JaeBTundra1 4 года назад

    You need go have a video on a singer doing gain staging as well

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  4 года назад +1

      Hey there! All of these tips would apply for vocals as well, there isn't really a difference in the process beyond ensuring that each passage has good gain staging in the case of an especially dynamic performance.

    • @MichaelPrince1992
      @MichaelPrince1992 3 года назад

      What about instruments thru midi tht clip sound

  • @marquiswashington4485
    @marquiswashington4485 Год назад

    What’s the proper level of recording vocals?

  • @575motocross4
    @575motocross4 3 года назад

    I have mixcraft 8 and dont see the gain knob option im the mixer, is there another way i can adjust the gain properly? Thanks

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  3 года назад +1

      Hey there! This option is part of the new mixer improvements of version 9. However, you could use a 'gain' plugin instead as an insert on your track as a workaround. You should be able to find a free 'gain' VST online!

  • @cyndiek
    @cyndiek 3 года назад

    How do you get track volume fader to be db rather than volume?
    Also how come the Master volume clips when none of the tracks are clipping?

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  3 года назад

      Hey there! This can be toggled in the preferences under Preferences > Display > Display Volume As
      As for the master clipping, this is due to the summing of the sound. Although no tracks are clipping, all of the tracks playing together can create overloads due to the buildup of all the sonic information!

  • @MichaelPrince1992
    @MichaelPrince1992 3 года назад

    So my meter signals need to hit my fader unity gain spot or at -18 on the rms meter which is the so called sweet spot? And do my VST meters if they clip effect the insert signal meter?

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  3 года назад

      Generally speaking you want the signal level to match the level of the fader in order to use the full fader travel path effectively. As for clipping within plugins, you would want to avoid this if possible by using their 'output' or 'gain' control to ensure the level isn't too out of control!

    • @MichaelPrince1992
      @MichaelPrince1992 3 года назад

      Thank you

  • @harem137
    @harem137 3 года назад

    How do you bass slide in mixcraft?

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  3 года назад

      We can note that down for a tutorial! In short though, you can automate the pitch bend of a synth, or instead use a synth with portamento with a legato only mode so that only overlapping notes slide!

  • @MichaelPrince1992
    @MichaelPrince1992 3 года назад

    Is there ever a time where I should move my faders from unity gain to control volume or signal?

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  3 года назад

      Hey there! The faders would generally only be used for the mixing process, so for the process of gain staging you generally don't need to touch them.

    • @MichaelPrince1992
      @MichaelPrince1992 3 года назад

      Ok so why and some do some engineers move the faders down in a static mix?

    • @MichaelPrince1992
      @MichaelPrince1992 3 года назад

      I'm sorry I'm just confused as to when should I touch my faders if I already got the signal good during gain staging is it after plugins I can touch the fader?

  • @SnowmobileHomeMovies
    @SnowmobileHomeMovies 4 года назад

    The numbers showing on the potentiometer/slider are not the same as the numbers in the meter. So when you say 0db, isn't that really like -9db or so? Isn't the zero on the slider basically arbitrary? I have seen equipment where "zero" is-3 -6 or -12 or -18. I get what you are saying about being able to use the full range of the slider, but at first I was very confused by your interpretation of zero DB.

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  4 года назад

      Hey there! That's correct, the meters here are not actually reading out at 0dB but rather using the 0dB line as the reference level for unity gain. Mixcraft has the meters set to -14dBFS for unity gain levels.

    • @MichaelPrince1992
      @MichaelPrince1992 Год назад

      ​@@acoustica222 so should we gain stage to -14 on mixcraft then?

  • @jazzmac5988
    @jazzmac5988 3 года назад

    Can you make a video for voice over please?

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  3 года назад

      We'll add it to the suggestions list!

  • @heathd6199
    @heathd6199 4 года назад

    Might be a stupid question but my faders don't read 6,12,18, etc. Mine read 9,18,27. why would that be?

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  4 года назад

      Hey there! The meters in Mixcraft that ready 9,18,27 would represent the level relative to 0dB. So, 9 represents -9dB and so on. The numbers next to the fader handle (6,12,18) represent the adjustment level in dB and 6 would represent -6dB.

  • @dsparkz9346
    @dsparkz9346 3 года назад

    how bout with mixcraft 8

    • @acoustica222
      @acoustica222  3 года назад

      Hey there! These tips would apply to any version of Mixcraft! The main idea being that you just want to ensure that your gain levels roughly match up with the fader. So, you can use some kind of gain plugin if needed!

  • @taewankim6283
    @taewankim6283 2 года назад

    Gain Staging is...
    It would have been a great idea to define the terminology before explaining the application.
    And you should have gone over the fundamental physics associated with the Gain Staging.
    This is why I hate these videos; everyone is treated like nimrod, equally.
    Here we go again, Unity Gain is...