Inside Paul Reed Smith's Home Studio: The Mic Collection | PRS Guitars
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- Опубликовано: 1 окт 2024
- Come with us and take a tour of "Dragon Crossing" - Paul Smiths' home studio! In this segment, we explore Paul's personal mic collection. What do you want to see next, his guitar collection? His studio amps? His current pedal hoard? His recording outboard gear? The studio tchotchkes? Be sure to let us know in the comments below... Enjoy!
Music credits:
"Sunflower" by Boscoe France
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I'm lucky enough to have been in that room... looking forward to laying down a track in there one day!
nice, I would think that would be a humbling and inspiring experience all at the same time, I have yet to play a PRS, but it is on my bucket list
@@jacksmith2617 I recently go back into guitar. I currently own a PRS A55E acoustic and it surpasses my Epiphone. I have a PRS S2 35th Anniversary Custom 24 on order. Been told it'll ship approximately January-March. Gives me to time to practice more and to feel worthy of the Custom 24 when it comes in.
I look forward to hearing that, Tyler!
How many peepee touch did that cost?
You’re just a spoilt brat rich kid.
Well that explains it... that's why he makes great instruments. It shows how much he loves music.
"You dont need to spend a lot of money" then shows 100k worth of JCF audio gear and a 50,000 dollar pair of speakers. Appreciate the tour and it looks like a great space though.
Fair enough, and if this is a person's only exposure to Paul Reed Smith, then yeah, it's maybe not the best first impression (cough, cough Kim Kardashian and her "humble" birthday party.) However, I'm going to go out on a branch and say that (most) anyone who knows a bit more about Paul knows that he is sincere in the love he has for what he is passionate about. So yeah, he, through working his ass off for years, has the financial means to acquire all this pricey gear - him being a self-admitted gear-head - but I don't feel he is "flexing."
his point was that someone else recorded in their home with a $300 microphone and a cheap interface and he loved it.
Did watch the video through? Or did you just hear something and decide to go all butthurt?
NEED & WANT, two different things in life, you need food to live, you dont need the most expensive food though, you want it cause it tastes great, and i know it was probably a joke, but i know some people that actually believe that they need it
Obviously a music nut! Not just a corporate bean counter.
yea its something that we dont think about usually, same with Slate Audio, steven slates promotion just looks like he's a corporate entrepreneur who just wants our money, but when you see that he actually is a musician and singer, and cares about audio you start to appreciate the products that he puts out, his promotion still comes off as douchie though from the way he's built and talks
He's almost personable when he's not being interviewed.
Very lucky and forever grateful to have recorded our EP there. Many thanks to Paul and Skitch!
"Because, well, I'm kind of a gear nut."
Yeah, I'd say.
Paul Reed Smith is the only guy I know about from the internet, that I wish I could call my friend. Every time I watch a video with him in it, I feel like he is speaking directly to me. His enthusiasm, drive, creativity and love for his craft and his art is unparalleled. I hope to one day meet in him in person and thank him for what he has done for the guitar and music in general.
Great seeing that old Acurus CD player that I got for you 20+ years ago still working hard in your studio.
PRS selecting a mic:
"Mmmm the SMB7 or the JCF Custom? Maybe the m88, idk"
Me selecting a mic:
"Ok lets go with my phone mic"
“You don’t have to spend much on recording gear. Instead save it and shell out for PRS”
Can I get a guitar with that Paisley design you use for cases?
Hi A-Camp*,
Absolutely! Our Private Stock team has made a few guitars with the paisley design in the past. Contact you preferred Private Stock Dealer and they'll help you spec one out exactly the way you want it. If you have additional questions, feel free to contact us at custserv@prsguitars.com or (410) 643-9970. Thanks.
-PRS Customer Service Team
The man lives and breathes every facet of music, what a legend
I'm just not sure how he feels about his mics.
Thet room sounds amazing. Are you listening?
A great song will always be a great song. Gear made today is so good. Yes you can spend $15K on a vintage U-47 or you can spend $300 on Lewitt mics, or $99 on an SM-57. Buy what does the job for the money you have. A great song is still the most important thing.
@Nickhead87 I am of the camp that even the low end gear is quite good these days. The top end gear is also very good. But most people don't need top end gear for what they do.
@Nickhead87 yeh, a few months ago someone on RUclips went on about how poor I was, cos i used garage band ( my latest sweet child of mine cover was done in garage band) if you know what your doing, garage band on laptop can be very good! I have since upgraded to logic pro, and had made what to me was an amazing hotel California cover, but it got blocked for copyright...
Don’t have a lot of money? Buy these....
Camera man makes every effort possible to now focus the microphone he’s talking about
#thankscameraman
Did you catch which mikes he was talking about? I got the Beyer 200's but what was the other one?
@@loganschexnayder1587 I think it was the SM7
Love this guy and PRS are the best guitars being made today... I've either played, own or have owned them all, from all brands.
Their build quality is impeccable. I just had delivered today, their HXDA amp... What a masterpiece of an amplifier... I'm gobsmacked, and this thing sits aside 8 TOP quality and/or boutique amplifiers. It's incredible
This was absolutely fascinating to watch. Thanks for allowing us into the Dragon Crossing recording studio.
I own a few PRS guitars but the one I bought a few weeks ago had to go right back to the shop for tuning issues. Was a poorly cut nut. Still am a fan though.
@some random guy Another pussy who can't afford expensive guitars and is angry at the world for turning out a loser of life because he can't afford the good things in life... Yet acts like a tough guy behind the keyboard. Clown.
@some random guy Jealous much?
The more I hear Paul talk about music, and see his eagerness for continuous improvement, the more I want to get a PRS 1 day
Guitar Collection for sure!
you have quite a collection of music gear, maybe someday you can make your own musical instrument, like a guitar perhaps?
dumb question but does anyone know what that white gadget that looks like a calculator with sliders on the right side of pauls computer monitor is for? i see it all the time on you tube in other studios starting at 8:18.
Reverb unit controller
When you buy this man’s products you get quality. He seems so intelligent, and has attention to detail, most important, he loves music.
You know what, expensive gear is not that important for music production (and yes I have Neumann's mics and Neve's Pre). Yes it helps but what is really important above everything else is the performance.
This is great Paul. I met you not long after I bought my first PRS[custom 24] from CHANDLERS. It was at a LONDON trade show time...about 1990, and I and TONY HICKS discussed our first venture into your lovely instrument. I still use that guitar ...and also a custom22 ...and very early eg4. my search for the best guitar for me ended in1989! THANKS!
Really love the "you don't have to spend a lot of money to get great sound" methodology. great lookin studio.
Loved this video! Having met you at Boscoe’s during the eclipse I especially appreciate seeing your studio. Loved hanging with you and LOVE the guitars you make. Would love to see you again sometime. Always remember, Things Could Always Be Worse!
This man reminds me of Robert California from the office. Lol
Just a question, would you guys consider an online virtual guitar configurator for custom or private stock models? I really would love to make at least an image of what my dream PRS could be
Does anybody have any info on those custom mics? What capsule, what tubes, transformers, etc.?
He must really love those mics. Keeps them under lock and key INSIDE the studio. BTW, thanks for the weapons, Paul!
Hi Paul! I think you built this studio because it looks and feels like the old workshop near Church Circle.!
My Dad gave me his old soldering iron. I always hated it. Now I've just seen it on the PRS workbench. I love it.
For those interested, I believe it's a 90s era Weller WTCPT soldering station in a very dated mint green/turquoise colour.
Awesome! This really looks like a studio "den" I could feel at home in! I see so many sterile set-ups in videos where I can't help but think I'd be frightened of messing the place up after half a day - but Paul's studio looks like somewhere to just get creative! I love it! Can I come and play?... 😎😉
Just listening to Paul made me realize of what I'm missing in my own art but I also have some of it. I'm a conceptual photographer and music is my hobby. The way Paul talks about music/audio is the same I talk about light.
Yes! And I've found that those who pay attention and develop themselves find their unique way to express their experience of existence.
Paul has connected his ears heart hands & brain, you with light and perception, just last week I watched an auto body restoration guy run his hand over a body panel, he actually closed his eyes and described minute imperfections that we didn't even see before.
You guys all amaze me and thank you for the beauty you all bring.
I'm a bit surprised he didn't at least have a pair of Distressors in there. Or a U47. Obviously he could if he wanted, just as easily as I could buy a stick of gum
I’m glad all those Private Stock money has been put in good use. I’m not sarcastic, we all know he could have spent the money in booze, sport cars and hookers (not that there’s anything wrong with that), but as a musician and gearhead, I’m glad to see it was invested in what I would call “good use”
Hello, could you please share what mods you did to the drums. Did you change the bearing edge, and if so what angles did you go with. ( inside and outside) Thanks for everything, Charles
"If you dont have alot of money buy these" - Did you catch the mics he was talking about? I got the Grundig 200's but what was the other one?
imagine being a genius
also at 10:25 what album is that? thanks
Boscoe France. It’s called Sunflower
This is why his guitars are the best! He cares about music and the players themselves, he creates for the player because he's a player himself
Paul, What kind of mic can a gigging musician who doesn’t have steady gigs because of COVID get REALLY cheap?
behringer xm 8500 is $23 on sweetwater
@@jerecsoria Спасибо за помощь. (Thanks for helping.)
wow id buy this guys guitars.... he's a real Engineer of Sound!!
This video gives me a farmer talking about his farm and animals type vibe for some reason
He and the farmer both share humility
yes i agree you don't have to spend a lot of money to sound beautiful !!! :) keep on rocking bro. !!!
Yes Paul... but did they give you a dragon lore?
i would love a PRS Interface and Mic KIt to be come available
Wish I could visit one day before I die. What an inspiration.
Did anyone catch what the model of the Grundig is?
Paul has more mics than I do total pieces of gear 😂😂😂
I bought that prs mt15 and sold a soldano hot rod 50 +.....no regrets at all
Please say he has an appropriate fire suppression system....
What are some recent albums recorded in there?
I'd love to see Paul's guitar collection!
Paul,
I wanna play that Hammond! I have a B3 and an A-102 but have never seen one of those. We can record our own medley of Allman Brothers songs. I also have a Custom 22 Ten Top so I’m not shy about playing Dickie’s solos. Thanks for the tour!
I love that Paul has an affinity for the Hammond. If I could do it all over (and guitar somehow wasn’t an option), I’d be a Hammond player. They’re just such amazing instruments...when you’re in their presence, they’re almost living. The moving parts and the unbelievable, beautiful sounds. Some of my favorite musicians *period* are Hammond players.
Love the Dragon collection Paul.
he could use some more light maybe lol
Boy that Hammond has an airy tone that nothing quite comes close to... Paul, it doesn't take much to capture a great track, these days; a killer interface, great cables & good mics. My current is Focusrite>Evidence Audio Forte (custom Neutrik ends)>Neumann TLM102. Sure 57 is so classic everyone should have one in their collection. Anyway, just wanted to say thank you for making a Custom 24 with a Floyd Rose. 💛CW💛
Paul,
Let me tell you a quick story of when I young and stupid. I bought three nice condenser mikes. 2 small diaphragms and a stereo mid side Shure mic. I just plugged them into my DAT machine; this was like 1993, and didn't know anything about condensers needing a preamp. Boy was I disappointed when the level going to the recorder was barely noticeable! I returned the mid/side, but kept the small diaphragm condensers. They thought I was crazy. Only later did I learn that I needed a preamp to bump the gain up to sufficient levels.
So you do actually need a modicum of decent equipment, and the brains, or at least experience to have a good time! 😂🤣😒
Eric
M 88 on the kick drum..really....like back in the 90‘s. Back then they were on every rider but always in combination with a RE 20 or something else.
Indonesia Hadir !!!!
Paul has a very "colorful" voice.
Hi
Where can i hear the tune that is played at 8:16?
Hey PRS! You should develop the silver sky in both the core and private stock product lines. You’re welcome.
Alright, Paul Reed Smith. I believe you, no questions.
No need for expensive stuff, got it.
Happy Halloween Paul - miss your visits at CS - David Rona w/ Ultimate Guitar Cruise
My dad used to know Paul Reed Smith. He grew up in Annapolis Maryland and they used to talk about everything! It’s so cool hearing that and seeing him!
Paul thanks for the great gear !!! I have been recording for 37 years great instruments talented musicians and a knowledgeable recording technique can make the new cheap recording gear sound great. I have a $4000 Lauten tube mic that sounds amazing . But I most often use my shures sterlings akg and blue into apollo 8.
I can't wait until he shows off the amps!!!
Ummm...am I to understand that there are more episodes coming from Paul?! That would be amazing! All the outboard and pedals! But learning about the studio a bit more about the tchotchkes would be great...
Paul, thanks for this. I love to write and record. I dont have much but I do get compliments on my stuff. I do use an SE PRS for my main guitar and actually love it. This is an inspiration, thanks again.
8:44 damn!!! sounds soo good!!
Great vid! Something different from always showcasing the beautiful guitars. Those speakers do make the track sound great, I love how he used the phrase "it's an experience" in relaying why he chooses all these things.
such respect for someone who has all of this, but goes out of their ways to show the people who look up to him and want to be in his place, that they truly dont need it, Michael Brauer, sold all of his analog gear (which are four full racks of gear) and kept only a couple that he just wants cause of of how special it is to him, and switched his complete setup for a remote working environment, and btw you dont need UAD plugins for the best analog sounds, Plugin Alliance, and waves have stuff that sounds good some even really close to the hardware thats been emulated, and if they arent close they still have their own character to it
I can't even afford one nice guitar , these people are so lucky that they are blessed with a successful company.
Thanks for the tour Paul. Full disclosure, I'm pretty sure I pissed in your garden one time. Sorry about that.
Paul shows us his lightsaber collection
the lock on the mic cabinet is hilarious... as if a wood cabinet cant be brake in... hell you could use a mic stand and break in... or just break that windows... in any ways... im not impressed with the mic at all... other gear is cool... but all and all... far from the greates studio iv seen... it all come down to skill...and mixing
wich he has.. and that i respect.
Above his mic collection there's a print of the handwritten lyrics to John Lennon's Real Love. It's from the official lythography colection. I love that song!
That D/A Converter on the Studer800 is insane. I'd love to track there.
But Paul, don't you think it's time to upgrade some of that shabby gear you have?
Amazing, thanks for sharing. Incredible guy, super humble, a true master and treasure.
Is there anyone who can help in purchasing a Two Peace PRS guitar bridge as McCarty guitars is installed on. Badly need it. Pay gold for it ))
Hi Sega Zu,
If you would, please contact our Customer Service Department by emailing custserv@prsguitars.com or by calling (410) 643-9970. We'll be happy to assist you in sourcing the parts you need for your guitar. Please provide us with as much information as possible about your guitar so that we can best determine how to help you. Thanks for reaching out!
-PRS Customer Service
Epic dream homestudio
Just an Amazing person love watching him inspirational stuff👍👏👌
Thanks for this video! What a Great place!
Amazing place!
Nice to see Mr Reed Smith's cave... surprisingly enough to do not see any single guitar close to him in that place...
Don't fret... They're in there! Trust us, you're not going to want to miss the guitar collection episode of Paul's studio tour.
@@prsguitars ha ha I won't miss that for sure, thanks !
Paul is just an all around cool guy!!! Very cool stuff in that studio too!!!
Wait....Paul Reed Smith is an actual person and is still alive? Wow
I have a microphone i got on amazon that literally cost me $26 and it sounds great lol
Share the info about your mic, brother
Sounds great to you lol what mic is it?
@@metalheadblues newer nw-800
That sound from your speakers into your lavalier mic is just ridiculously good !
what a great look inside of some of the working of a huge brain in the music industry. Thanks Paul
I love that studio I'm blessed to have been there several times and I value the knowledge and friendship of Paul he has truly been a blessing to me .
thanks for sharing experiences and this lovely room :)
I love making my own mics, amps, pedals, whatever I can. Great space you’ve created there.
This is great. I'd really love to hear about the modifications he's made to the drums in his studio!
So when does PRS release pauls design for the ultimate cab mic?
I'd love to see everything!! He's got such cool stuff, and I love especially seeing the thought and detail that has gone into stuff other than guitars, how this guy isn't just a guitar expert, but a complete gear expert!