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Entering the studio, there are two rows of different guitars, different drumheads on the two bookshelves, and a variety of musical instruments. They are dazzling, but they still can’t steal the line of sight. The huge monster directly in front is firmly attracted. eyeball-

The sound console, about three meters wide, has hundreds of buttons on it, which almost faints patients with intensive phobias; the wood-colored oak is tightly bound, and the cream-yellow light glows beautifully. There are two ashtrays filled with cigarette butts and microphone sponges randomly placed on it. You can clearly feel the traces of just working. Ω Hunting" article network www. LieWen. Cc

That is the famous neve-8o28!

Why is the city of sound so attractive? It has attracted countless great singers to record here, especially rock bands. The reason lies in this neve-8o28 recording console, but also their outstanding recording drum technology.

In the current era of the new century, digital technology is advancing. An amateur singer stands in front of a recording microphone. Even if the tone is not complete, the recording engineer can use computer technology to repair it frame by frame, and the finished product will be recorded without any problems. The proportion of idol singers has also risen sharply. As long as the appearance is good enough, the pitch, intonation, and timbre are all no problems, and the recording studio can turn decadence into a miracle.

On the contrary, those singers who lack distinctive appearance, but are exceptionally good at singing, do not get the chance to get ahead. This is also an important reason why "Voice of America" ​​became so popular.

But in the era of traditional record production, recording studios did not have such technology. They could only rely on a huge recording console to complete the recording over and over again, and then look for every flaw in the sound. The singer learns lessons and experiences and reinvests in recording. Over and over again, tirelessly. This is where the power of neve-8o28 lies. It presents the most essential, original, and delicate sound effects, and interprets the singer's profound meaning to the extreme. This is also the greatest charm of the City of Sound.

In the contemporary digital age, a singer may only need an hour, or even half an hour, to complete the recording of a song, and the rest will be handed over to computer technology; but in the traditional age, a song needs to be repeated and repeated. , It is very likely that it will take a week to complete a one- to three-minute song.

Lan Li's expression of surprise and surprise was barely hidden. The middle-aged man who came on caught him at once, turned his head and pointed at the sound console, "This is really a beauty, isn't it?"

Lan Li nodded vigorously, "Of course, I want to go out on a date with her now, do you think I have a chance?"

The middle-aged man was amused. "No problem, let me see what the spark between you is." He turned around and introduced himself politely. "Herbert-Jones ), you are the Blue Li, so, are you ready to record a bit of excitement?"

Lan Li rubbed his palms, "I can't wait." But then he paused, "But, before the official recording, can I ask for a cup of hot milk?"

"Haha, you sound like Kurt Cobain, but what he wants is alcohol." Herbert laughed happily. "Young man, this is not Century City. If you want anything, you have to go by yourself. Find it, even the cigarette butt."

Andy walked up and asked, "Len Li, are you okay?"

Lan Li nodded, "I just need a cup of hot milk." Milk can more or less relieve stomach tumbling, which is still helpful for sobering up.

Andy took a deep breath and looked around, "God, you really need to hire an assistant." Then Andy saw Lan Li's surprised expression, as if it were a fantasy, and Andy immediately followed suit. Realizing that he was a bit too far ahead, he shook his head, "I'm going to buy hot milk, you can start work first." After speaking, Andy strode out of the studio.

"The cat version of Cobain, you should know that City of Sound can only record physical singles, not digital audio sources, right?" Herbert sat down in front of the sound console and skillfully took out one from the cigarette case. The cigarette was lit up immediately, "Just now Andy said that you are going to record two singles. I was about to talk to him about it, but it was interrupted."

Cat version of Cobain...

Lan Li said he was unable to complain, but now the point is not here, "I know now." Looking at the recording equipment in front of him, Lan Li didn't feel surprised.

Lan Li had a very limited understanding of the history of music exhibitions in the previous life. It was just a superficial matter, but he remembered that the City of Sound gradually declined. I don't know what year it was, and finally it was completely closed.

Now it seems that the reason cannot be more obvious-you can't record digital audio sources, this is the root cause.

After entering the 21st century, album sales in the US market have been declining. By 2013, the sales of singles have gradually begun to reverse, and the focus of artists' exhibitions has gradually shifted from albums to singles. The digital audio source plays an irreplaceable role in it. Therefore, a recording studio that cannot record digital audio sources will inevitably be eliminated by the times.

"So you are like Christopher Nolan?" Lanly said half-jokingly. Christopher Nolan has always insisted on shooting movies with the most traditional and original film method. This has been criticized by many Hollywood people, but Christopher Always able to shoot wonderful works, naturally I don't care about these controversies.

Herbert gave a puzzled expression, "What?"

Obviously he didn't understand Lan Li's joke. Lan Li rubbed his nose and shook his head with a chuckle, "It's okay. I mean, physical singles are okay. Now that the computer technology is so good, CDs can already be converted into It's a digital audio source, it couldn't be easier."

It's just trouble. If everyone makes an album like this, first record a physical version and then transcribe it into a digital version. Not only will it be troublesome, but the cost will rise sharply. It is estimated that the record company will riot. Fortunately, Lan Li only recorded two singles, which was not so troublesome.

"Very good." Herbert took a strong cigarette. "I haven't heard the master tape. Can you play it live now? Or, did you bring the master tape?"

"I can play the original song again." Lan Li walked to the guitar stand and picked up the guitar without hesitation. Each guitar has a subtle difference in tone, and everyone has their own habits and preferences. , True professionals will choose carefully.

Herbert was not in a hurry and watched Lan Li's audition quietly. After simply trying four guitars, Lan Li chose an acoustic guitar and turned around, "Shall I go directly to the studio?"

It can be seen that Lan Li is an insider who is very clear about his own style, preferences and habits, but he is also a newcomer to the recording studio. There are fewer and fewer independent musicians like this in the City of Sound. The status quo is the same. "Yes, you can just enter the recording studio directly. Leave the rest to me."

Lan Li pushed open the glass door next to him, and then the whole person was bathed in the warm yellow light. The spacious space was about half the size of a basketball court, and the messy connection lines were piled all over the floor, and there was even some clutter. The music score, there is a microphone stand in the center, and a lot of music scores are stacked on the music stand next to it...

"The high stool is next to you. You can move it over." Herbert's voice came from the trumpet. "Those music scores are all David's. You can just throw them aside, their own new song, they remember. "

Lan Li glanced at the stack of sheet music and asked, "This is the new album of the Spitfire?" This is the reason why David and the others are here just now?

But Herbert did not respond. He pointed to his ear, and then pointed to the microphone next to the music stand. Only then did Renly react, and asked the question again to the microphone, and Herbert could hear clearly. "Yes, it's been more than a month of recording, but only completed three, and the progress is slow." After a spit, Herbert said immediately, "You can start when you are ready."

Lan Li moved the chair to the microphone, adjusted the height, and then sat on the chair to start tuning. After a short while, he was ready. He looked around, there was a headset hanging on the music stand, and pointed. He motioned to Herbert, "Do I need to wear it?" Herbert shook his head, which made Lan Li soften his throat-before watching movies, they had to wear headsets in the studio, he thought it was. It is necessary, and now it seems that he is an absolute rookie.

After adjusting his sitting posture, his fingertips began to outline the strings. He chose "Cleopatra". The brisk melody seemed a bit thin without any accompaniment, but a graceful melody. But floating around in the entire recording studio, every musical note seems to be infused with life, making people truly feel its existence.

After the performance of one piece, UU Reading www.uukanshu.com Lan Li did not stop, and then played "Ophelia" again with the guitar. Compared with the keyboard version, the guitar version is too clear, without the loneliness and coldness hidden in the keyboard sound, and lacks the accompaniment of drums, the melody is also a bit monotonous, and the level is not rich enough.

Nevertheless, Lan Li still enjoyed it, recalling the purity of the street performance last night in his mind. Lan Li feels that this is a new phenomenon. He has never performed on the street before. The simple happiness and the simple touch are indeed a kind of enjoyment.

After the two pieces were played, Herbert did not speak for the first time, but seriously thought about it, "First...is it more appropriate to use an electric guitar? The tone lacks a bit of clarity, but it is more vigorous, and then cooperate with it. Drumming, the whole emotional level will become richer."

"I also considered whether the chorus cut into the part can be replaced with an electronic keyboard. After the rhythm slows down, replace the monotony of the guitar with the richness of the keyboard; moreover, if the guitar can complement a little bass tone and control the rhythm, It will feel good. Or do you think the bass guitar is enough?"

Both songs were original versions before and had not been arranged, but it does not mean that Lan Li has not considered the arrangement. Now that you have entered the recording studio, it is time to execute the ideas in your mind.




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