69: Recording Brass Instruments (Eric Skazzini - Voodoo Glow Skulls)

Ah the sound of REAL brass in a recording. It's a beautiful thing but how in the world do you record these loud beasts?Today, we're talking to Eric Skazzini - who plays tenor sax in the timeless ska punk band Voodoo Glow Skulls - about how he was able to track killer sax tracks for the latest Voodoo record in his spare bedroom. You will learn:Basics of mic selection and placementWhy a second mic in the right spot on a sax can add a TON of magic intimacy to a performanceWhy recording more parts than you think necessary can be a magic bullet for a busy mix (and which parts to record)How to produce better sounding horns using virtual instrumentsHow a successful band wrote and recorded an entire album during a pandemic (and why so can you!)Tricks for miking horns live (and why it's a bit different than recording)Why saxophone may be nerdier than trombone but why it's also sexierAnd more!Check out Eric's chops in the Voodoo Glow Skulls:Livin' the Apocalpyse Music Video: https://youtu.be/zhLERVQNwYEVoodoo Glow Skulls: https://www.voodooglowskullsofficial.com/Where to Find the GuysFree DIY Recording eBook: https://www.howtorecordyourband.comVadim's Studio Site - Get your FREE test mix today! - https://www.calmfrogrecording.comBenjamin's Studio Site - https://www.dreamloudstudio.comLeave a rating. Be a friend - http://www.getpodcast.reviews/id/1494761702