24-05-2023, 08:26 PM
(This post was last modified: 24-05-2023, 09:08 PM by mikej.
Edit Reason: Added some further explanation
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Yeah probably shouldn't drag this one out much longer, but oh go on then, I'll give this one a shot...
Yes I'd go along with that I think.
I tend to pick the amp as I make the assumption that it is what the bass player is listening to. Of course it is also possible that the bass player could be listening to the DI in a headphone mix....
It helps me to sleep at night if I imagine they are listening to the amp though
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Would it make a difference?
Well that really depends what the difference in timing is between the two signals. If there was like a second or two delay between the two it would affect the rhythm and groove of the song, but if the timing difference is substantially shorter then it probably won't make any practical difference.
Cheers!
Edit as I forgot to add:
What you said in the post above is technically correct (science side). I think what Roy is saying is that if you find you prefer the sound without the phase 'correction' then it's ok to go with that (artistic side).
See, in the example I posted earlier, I prefer 1 & 4, but you went for option 2. Now you could argue that either 1 or 4 are more technically correct regarding the signals being more 'in phase'. Generally if the signals are more in phase you will likely hear more bass. In my mix, I am using the kick as the lowest (sub) tone, so 1 & 4 artistically will be more suitable for my purpose. As you are using the bass as the lowest tone, and are looking for the beater to punch through the mix, I am thinking that is why you prefer 2, as it is more suitable for your purpose artistically. You might also have chosen option 1 & 4 but with the addition of some more aggressive high pass eq to take off the sub bass you don't want, and leaving more of the mids. Now you have some understanding of what is going on regarding phase - ultimately you can go with what you are happy with and what works for you in the mix.
(24-05-2023, 07:00 PM)SonicTramp Wrote: <lots of stuff>
Yes I'd go along with that I think.
Quote:Which one to line up to? The amp to the DI or the DI to the amp? Would it make a diff? Your thoughts? I think I have the answer, but I'll wait until then.
I tend to pick the amp as I make the assumption that it is what the bass player is listening to. Of course it is also possible that the bass player could be listening to the DI in a headphone mix....
It helps me to sleep at night if I imagine they are listening to the amp though
.Would it make a difference?
Well that really depends what the difference in timing is between the two signals. If there was like a second or two delay between the two it would affect the rhythm and groove of the song, but if the timing difference is substantially shorter then it probably won't make any practical difference.
Cheers!
Edit as I forgot to add:
What you said in the post above is technically correct (science side). I think what Roy is saying is that if you find you prefer the sound without the phase 'correction' then it's ok to go with that (artistic side).
See, in the example I posted earlier, I prefer 1 & 4, but you went for option 2. Now you could argue that either 1 or 4 are more technically correct regarding the signals being more 'in phase'. Generally if the signals are more in phase you will likely hear more bass. In my mix, I am using the kick as the lowest (sub) tone, so 1 & 4 artistically will be more suitable for my purpose. As you are using the bass as the lowest tone, and are looking for the beater to punch through the mix, I am thinking that is why you prefer 2, as it is more suitable for your purpose artistically. You might also have chosen option 1 & 4 but with the addition of some more aggressive high pass eq to take off the sub bass you don't want, and leaving more of the mids. Now you have some understanding of what is going on regarding phase - ultimately you can go with what you are happy with and what works for you in the mix.
Just uploaded a mix/master? Waiting for comments? Why not give back and critique a mix/master, or two!