When producing a track hsing samples for certain parts. One needs to make sure that they have permission from the creators of the sound packs to use them. If the sound packs are bought by a a music producer wishing to use them, the in effect get permission to use the samples.
The track doesn't infringe any copyright roles as the samples have been modified during the production of the track. Should that not have happened this could've been a possible legal issue and tha track could then be subject to copyright infringement claims.
Thursday, 26 June 2014
Creating a sound for media product: Risk assessments and relevant solutions
For our task before producing the track we had to look as a team at various rksks and identify possible solutions:
Risk assessments
Relevant risks
Cables are a possible hazard: This can be prevented by
making sure that cables are safely put away after being used. Also put trailing
cables behind the equipment to prevent possible tripping hazard.
Mike stands not set up properly could be dangerous: If not
in use make sure that the mike stands are put away correctly. If being used
insure that all the screws are properly tightened.
Volume levels could be set too high and could damage one’s
hearing: Insure that volume is set to 0DB and the master volume control is set
to 12 o’clock. Before connecting devices make sure that the audio console is
muted.
Possible feedback from the monitors could also damage
hearing: Make sure that gain levels and channel mute switches are properly used…
Possibility of electric shocks from incorrect cable
configuration: Make sure that cables are connected properly, and make sure that
phantom power is only turned on for equipment that needs it.
Creating a sound for media product: Resources used
Media product plan
Our product is an electro house track with simplistic
vocals.
Resources used:
- Audio console
- Mac book pro with GarageBand
- Studio monitors
- Vocal microphone
- Computer with Soundforge audio editing software
- Various loops and sample packs
- Various software synthesisers
- MAudio key station 49MK2 midi controller
Creating a sound for media product: Recording and production schedule
This is the recording and production schedule for the track we produces:
Creating sound for media product: Recording and production
schedule
Session 1: Monday 16th June 2014
Looking at different genres of music and deciding on the
genre of the media product to create.
Using samples, creating the intro drums for the track.
Session 2: Friday 20th June 2014
Continue working on the intro drums and start to work on the
breakdown for the track.
Session 3: Monday 23rd June 2014
Continue to work on the breakdown of the track using various
samples, create the buildup and paste in the drums for the drop. Also, think of
and record vocals for the track. Another task is to think and record various
sound effects and apply different effects to the recordings.
Session 4: Wednesday 25th June 2014 1/3
Apply different effects to the vocals recorded in the
previous session and mix them in with the track.
2/3
Draft ideas for the melody for the drop and an background
leads if applicable.
3/3
Apply the recorded melody into the drums in the drop and
record and apply the leads into the breakdown of the track. Then, add effects
to the ending of the track, reference the track on speakers and headphones, and
make any necessary corrections to the audio file.
Session 4: Thursday 26th June 2014
Export separate elements for the track as evidence.
Creating a sound for media product: Yesterday's recording sessions
After the first recording sessions we had two more sessions.
In the first session were looking at the drop for the track. We were looking at different melodies that we could use and if they fit the remainder of the track. We were using GarageBand again to make and try out different melodies
Towards the end of the session we decided on a melody to use, and managed to also record it. All that was left for the next session, was to mix it in with the rest of the track, also to paste in the samples once again which made the second part of the track, including the breakdown, buildup, vocals and the drop. Also then to add effects to the ending, and and reference the track on speakers and headphones and make any necessary corrections. That was what we've done in the second session we had yesterday, after repasting all the samples and mixing the drop melody into the track we also considered the ending of the track and decided not to add an extended ending but end the track when the drop finishes, with a down sweep sample. Aftwrwards we referenced the track using some Logitec speakers and then using headphones and decided that everything sounds as good as we wanted it to. Then our project was finished, and here's a link to a teaser of the track:
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In the first session were looking at the drop for the track. We were looking at different melodies that we could use and if they fit the remainder of the track. We were using GarageBand again to make and try out different melodies
Towards the end of the session we decided on a melody to use, and managed to also record it. All that was left for the next session, was to mix it in with the rest of the track, also to paste in the samples once again which made the second part of the track, including the breakdown, buildup, vocals and the drop. Also then to add effects to the ending, and and reference the track on speakers and headphones and make any necessary corrections. That was what we've done in the second session we had yesterday, after repasting all the samples and mixing the drop melody into the track we also considered the ending of the track and decided not to add an extended ending but end the track when the drop finishes, with a down sweep sample. Aftwrwards we referenced the track using some Logitec speakers and then using headphones and decided that everything sounds as good as we wanted it to. Then our project was finished, and here's a link to a teaser of the track:
https://
Wednesday, 25 June 2014
Creating a sound for media product: Recording Session 25th June 2014
In today's recording session, the task was to put effects on the vocals we recorded for our track in the last session, and to then add the vocals to the track itself.
To apply the effects to the vocals we used Garageband Apple's music production software. We used the same software to mix in the vocals with the track.
To apply the effects to the vocals we used Garageband Apple's music production software. We used the same software to mix in the vocals with the track.
Tuesday, 24 June 2014
Creating a sound for media product: Recording Session Monday 23rd June 2014
Yesterday's recording session was very productive. We once again used the MacBook Pro with GarrageBand to produce more of the track together with a set of monitoring studio speakers.
In yesterday's session we took care of a few sections of the track. First, we started to work on the buildup for the track, this included various elements and a frequent use of samples. After producing the Buildup we started to think of another sound element we had to include in our sound for media product. Dialog, we had to record some dialog which we could use for our track. As we were producing an electro house track, vocals aren't something that's often featured within tracks from this genre. However in the end we came up with a basic vocal idea. The vocals weren't too wordy and would be looped during the Buildup. After both of us recording the vocals which required a few takes we had the dialog recorded.
The next task were sound effects. Again, sound effects wasn't something that features in an electro house track. So we had to think carefully about recording them. In the end we decided to demonstrate the ability to record sound effects and record something asn an example and see if it can be used for the track. I recorded a sound of trafic lights and with the Voice Plus recording app created 2 versions of the sound using two different effects. However, in the end we decided to not use them for the final track.
The next task for the session is to put effects on the vocals.
In yesterday's session we took care of a few sections of the track. First, we started to work on the buildup for the track, this included various elements and a frequent use of samples. After producing the Buildup we started to think of another sound element we had to include in our sound for media product. Dialog, we had to record some dialog which we could use for our track. As we were producing an electro house track, vocals aren't something that's often featured within tracks from this genre. However in the end we came up with a basic vocal idea. The vocals weren't too wordy and would be looped during the Buildup. After both of us recording the vocals which required a few takes we had the dialog recorded.
The next task were sound effects. Again, sound effects wasn't something that features in an electro house track. So we had to think carefully about recording them. In the end we decided to demonstrate the ability to record sound effects and record something asn an example and see if it can be used for the track. I recorded a sound of trafic lights and with the Voice Plus recording app created 2 versions of the sound using two different effects. However, in the end we decided to not use them for the final track.
The next task for the session is to put effects on the vocals.
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