Transients & Punch Notes

Core idea Loudness, brightness, and transients are three descriptions of the same moment, not separate levers Sharp transients need high frequency content, lows are too slow to build a fast edge 50Hz wave takes 20ms per cycle, a snare snap happens in 2 to 3ms Low end still carries impact (chest feel), but the “snap” Read More …

Old and New Sound Interface

I will admit that this device did not die on this specific day, but I held off on this post until Day of the dead to celebrate this old piece of gear. I used this for many years. It traveled from place to place many times, and I think just finally died of use. Too Read More …

EQ Tips

– Less is more with all things equalization. If you are making big changes such as more than a 3dB raise then look to getting a better source sound. If it does not sound good going in to the processor, it will not sound good coming out. There are cases, where you do want a Read More …