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I have an Re20 that had the foam problem. I called them and they sold me new foam for $25, I think. I couldn't get it open, they use a special hex wrench. I called, they sent one to me for free. I got it apart, but jacked up the XLR, and still couldn't replace the foam. So I called, and sent it back...

Are both signals going into the same converter?

Getting good drum sounds during the mix isn't terribly hard, if: a) The drums are good drums, well-tuned b) The drummer hits the drums consistently and in the "sweet spot" of the drum c) The tracking engineer gets the mics in good spots, with proper levels If those conditions are met, it's usually a...

For the VST people, I've used KTDrumTrigger, with Addicitve Drums, which works well. I really like using the KTDrumtrigger to create a MIDI track, which controls the drum instrument (Addictive Drums, or whatever). It's easy to edit hits, change velocities, move some hits to be side sticks, make roll...

I have an MP, mine had a blown out capacitor. You might look again, checking for any caps with leaks, bulges, etc. I'm trying to imagine what would cause the volume to be halved, I suppose a bad cap is a possibility, or maybe a failing power supply? I'm pretty new to the electronic world, so my gues...

I have a brand new Groove Tubes Glory Comp, basically unused. It's too big to rack in my mobile set-up, and I haven't put together a room here at the house. So, anyway, this is WAY below retail, if you're interested PM me. I'll consider partial trades, so if you have something you're not using, I ma...

Yeah, the "we" versus "I" thing is a little confusing. I used "we" since I do occasionally have assistants on projects, but basically I am the business, so "I" may be more appropriate. I'll give it some more thought... I know it may seem self-indulgent, but do you think the "philosophy" stuff is rel...

I just launched my new recording business, I've been doing engineering for a long time on a very part-time basis, but am trying to make a go of it full-time now. Any comments or suggestions are appreciated. I do mostly punk/indie stuff, so keep that in mind! http://suitcaserecordings.com The 'demo r...

Hi Mike, I like to do a bit of recording of my own band, and I do release it, if possible. I think recording yourself can give you the opportunity to experiment without worrying about a paying client feeling like you're trying to learn on the job. Also, I just really like playing music, and recordin...

Another technique that I've used a bit, and that I've read about in various interviews is to listen to the mix in mono, then pan the channel you're trying to place until it comes through. Then, once you switch back to stereo, you'll hear that instrument more clearly. I'm not sure why this happens, I...

Sorry if I was confusing, I meant just that. If you have a lower register instrument and a higher register instrument on one side, it'll sound better, so if your high register vocalist is playing standup bass, it might be nice to line them up in the same spot. On the other hand, sometimes grouping i...

I would be inclined to pan them in such a way as to get an even balance of frequencies, so that you don't have an upper register voice in the same spot as an upper register instrument. Of course, this may change depending of the arrangement. Also, if you're doing vocals with three part harmonies, I ...

Just wanted to let people know about my new mobile studio, Suitcase Recordings. I've worked at different rooms around the Valley in the past, but now have my own rig ready to go. If you're in the Phoenix area and looking to do some recording, give me a look. Also, if you're an engineer in the area a...