The Mastering Show #14 - Distortion (The good, the bad and the ugly)
The Mastering Show · The Mastering Show Podcast
June 17, 201655m 32s
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Show Notes
In this show we talk about distortion. Good distortion, bad distortion - and how to tell the difference. Find out what Ian REALLY thinks about distortion, how you can use it effectively in mastering - and when you should. What is soft clipping - and how do you use it ? Plus Ian explains why ALL audio processing is distortion, strictly speaking - and the benefits (and costs) of using it.
Links:
Fab DuPont on Death Magnetic
http://www.puremix.net/mixcheck-mix-analysis/metallica-vs-metallica-metallica.html
What is 'aliasing' and what causes it?
http://www.soundonsound.com/sound-advice/q-what-aliasing-and-what-causes-it
When in doubt, dither
http://productionadvice.co.uk/when-in-doubt-dither/
Why you need amazing monitoring
http://productionadvice.co.uk/if-you-cant-hear-it-it-doesnt-matter/
The Home Mastering Masterclass
http://www.homemastering.com
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