ThickTones

09/06/2023

Recording Producing Mix Master

*This song is about some kind of fictional mindset "war" and does not represent our attitude about war or violence in general!● Divide The Sky by Butterfly C...

29/09/2022

Really proud of the guys and the whole project!
They have some strong songs and I wanted to create a massive and powerful modern rock sound with aggressive guitars while keeping the warmth of bass and drums with vocals in your face.

Check it out now:

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05/04/2022

Are you looking for an individual modern Rock/Metal sound?
Contact me now to check how I can help you to get there.
More informations->
https://www.thicktones.com/

ThickTones professional Mixing Studio for Rock and Metal Bands. Available services are mixing+mastering of your own recordings or fullproduction in my studio.

30/12/2021

I would like to thank all bands and artists I had the pleasure to work with in 2021. We created some awesome music together!

Here at ThickTones it's not only sending files back and forth, it's a cooperation to find the perfect sound for your band. Starts with a good communication from the recording process to mixing and mastering to your goals and vision.

The first months of 2022 are already fully booked. So if you are still looking for a professional studio cooperation for your rock or metal band, visit my new homepage and send a message now to [email protected]
https://www.thicktones.com/

20/09/2021

Going to post more again about recording tips, tech knowledge and my projects.

There are some topics that could be confusing when you're recording your first songs. For example the sampling rate. What is this thing?

We use 44.1kHz for best quality, CPU power savings and avoiding aliasing (sample error).

When you are are recording with a guitar or a microphone you have an analog signal. To get this into your computer you are using an interface with an A/D converter which does an anlog to digital conversion. With the sampling frequency (or sample rate) you determine how often your signal is checked and stored. Our ear works from 20 to 20.000Hz. Audio may contain higher frequencies, but they can’t be recognized from a human. So in music production we only focus on this area. When converting the analog signal into a digital signal, it is important to use at least the dual sample rate, to make sure you are getting the right signal back.

30/12/2020

New Announcement!
Thanks to all artists and bands around the world that I had the pleasure to work with in 2020. And 2021 will be even better!
We have a new service for you:

Live Stream Mixing.
You can join the mixing session of your song to create the sound that's in your head. So this means you can take part, while ThickTones is mixing your song, which gives you a bunch of new opportunities, creativity and flexibility. Together we will shape the song to perfection.

Save your slot for 2021 now.

08/12/2020

Guitar recording always means a lot of fun. One rhythm for the right and one for the left side. Then additional overdubs, lead guitars and effect guitars to make the sound wider, bigger and interesting for the listener. And of course searching the peferct tone for every part is essential.

I also started as a guitarist playing in various bands while discovering my passion for the production side of music.

20/11/2020

It is so interesting to see and shape the progress of a song from the beginning to the end. That's really my passion.

It took me 6 years of practice and education, but I made my hobby my job. It's not always easy but it is worth fighting for.
And now I am here to help you with your music. So don't hesitate and contact me.

21/10/2020

Vocals are the most important for the listener.

In heavy music there are 2 options to place them in the mix.
Loud vocals compressed in your face (for example Motionless in White), or vocals between the guitars (like Architects).

Depends on personal taste and the song. The first version transports more emotion and focuses on the voice/lyrics, while giving it a cleaner overall sound. The second gives more room to the instruments and could sound more raw.

24/08/2020

The right atmosphere could have an huge impact on your music. At mixing or writing and especially at performing vocals.

03/07/2020

Man at work.
Happy Weekend 🔊

Did some EQ checks here in this picture. Sometimes it could be interesting to A/B with headphones to recalibarte your ears. But usually I use them during recording.

24/06/2020

Editing (timing and pitch correction) is very important:

In Cubase you got the option of slip edit (cutting segments and moving parts)
or quantization (timing correction via audio stretch).

Both could be used on real drums or guitar/bass. With high gain guitars it could be difficult, so make sure to record DI signals, too. For vocal tuning there is the integrated tool vari audio, which can be very useful. Especially when it comes to doubled vocals and harmonics.

Do you struggle with editing and need help? No problem, just book an extra slot for editing and your tracks will sound more on point.

10/06/2020

Guitar power 🎸
Before I started to use the Kemper I recorded with different amps and a 412 Engl with V30's. But now there is much more flexibility.

If you send clean DI's of Guitar or Bass I can choose the right tones for your production.

->Visit my Homepage for bookings -> Mixing, Mastering

01/06/2020

And it goes on with shouts.

The SM 7 B is used on shouts/growls and screams. As a dynamic microphone it's not as sensitive as my condensers. So it is possible to hold the mic during recording for a more natural "stage" situation. In my opinion it is one of the best choices for this kind of job.

27/05/2020

Kemper off, reamping done!
Now it's your turn: Save your slot at ThickTones for mixing plus mastering and write a message or check my homepage for bookings.
https://www.thicktones.com/?lang=en

24/05/2020

Vocal recording is going on again. We start with clean vocals:

For clean voc I often use the AKG C 4000B, it is very warm and sensitive. As a condenser mic it needs phantom power and goes straight into my rme preamps. Inside my DAW I push the highs and cut some lows and low mids to make it clearer in the mix. Compression, saturation and send effects are also done digital.

12/05/2020

ThickTones: Crafted Mixing for Rock&Metal
Are you using the free time to write and record new songs at home?

With a professional mixing studio at your side it is possible to achieve a new sound level with your own recordings. I offer online mixing + mastering or fullproduction in my studio.
More information and references on my new homepage.

Contact me for the chance of a free test mix.
[email protected]
https://www.thicktones.com/

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