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− | ==PRE-PRODUCTION==
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− | Claim the Session in Basecamp - review [[Using Basecamp: Live In Studio Performances | this guide]] for more detail about how we use Basecamp
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− | Research Band
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− | *Preview their music online ([http://http://www.allmusic.com Allmusic], [http://www.amazon.com Amazon], [http://www.grooveshark.com Grooveshark], [http://www.soundcloud.com Soundcloud], etc.) or using the [http://argus/library/libsearch.php KDHX music library]
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− | *Read input list posted in [https://kdhxtest.basecamphq.com Basecamp]
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− | *Learn names of musicians and their instruments if possible
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− | Greet Performers and Entourage
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− | *Arrive PRIOR to the artists and prepare studio (*not too much gear, and stay ready to be flexible)
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− | *Thank them for performing at KDHX
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− | *Direct to performance studio and observation
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− | *Explain hospitality (coffee, tea, water, soda machine)
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− | *Point out bathrooms
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− | Orient Performers to Studio
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− | *Present available backline and drum kit, rear building entry for load-in
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− | *Explain performance vs. recording studio (live, no overdubs)
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− | *Discuss material to b performed - 3 songs, ideally originals, as we will not be able to post non-original material in archive. (We may air it, but won't post video or audio to YouTube or SoundCloud)
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− | *Explain ‘[[wikipedia:Proscenium|proscenium]]’ and ideal setup for both audio and video capture - turning in to semi-circle is OK, but do not close the circle
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− | Prepare Inputs
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− | *Mics for everything
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− | *DIs as possible (bass, synths, mixers, gadgets)
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− | *Determine who will be primary spokesperson
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− | *Line check each mic and input, adjusting mic placement, pre-amp, and EQ as needed
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− | *Discuss monitoring – point out monitoring mixer function, which channel is which signal, the onboard ambiance mic, etc
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− | Prepare Outputs
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− | *Setup recording session in ProTool, creating, labeling, and arming all mono inputs, including stereo inputs for Lexicon effects returns (channels 29/30) and board mix (patched to 31/32 via submixes 3 and 4)
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− | *Setup board mix CDRecorder for backup capture
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− | *Run at least one song for mix / soundcheck
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− | ==PRODUCTION==
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− | Ready Recording / Air DJ / Talent
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− | *After DJ conference, give standby timing for performers
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− | *Begin recording playback (prior to session start cue)
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− | *Monitor performance, recording and levels throughout
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− | *If pre-record, use red light switch (on wall in mix studio)
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− | *During interview segments, remove FX from audio and reset gains/faders to maintain broadcast 0 output.
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− | *Stay alert – alterations are required constantly
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− | ==POST-PRODUCTION==
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− | Wrap Session with Artist
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− | *Request that they sign our release form ([[File:KDHX_Production_Release_2012-13v3.pdf]]), w/accurate spelling on song titles, contact info re: obtaining follow up permissions for non-broadcast uses
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− | *Thank them for performing at KDHX
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− | *Generate a text file of session details (song titles & volunteer staffing), referencing the release form
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− | Author (cut/edit) Audio for CD *
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− | *Finalize CD and label it: Band Name, Date, and “Board Master”
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− | *Mount “authoring” drive, and setup ProTools session, import board master audio
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− | *Cut into tracks, removing non-broadcast material, and concentrating on accurate beginnings for each segment (intro, song, interview, song, etc)
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− | *Export CD-ready AIF files to authoring drive within the session folder
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− | *Use Toast to burn CD copies for artist(s), DJ, and archive
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− | *Print text file for DJ and band CD copies
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− | *Create CD envelope, deposit board master and labeled cut CD: Band Name, Date, Total Run Time and # of tracks.
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− | Publish Audio
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− | *Convert tracks to mp3 in iTunes [http://wiki.kdhx.org/wiki/KDHX.org/OnDemand_Podcast_Guide#Converting_to_MP3 as shown here]
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− | *[[Publishing Live Performance Audio to Soundcloud|Upload set to SoundCloud]], and add [[Live at kdhx meta information|metadata]]
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− | *(If video was shot) convert tracks to 48k AIF in iTunes, and move (with a copy of the text file) to the “production” server’s “transfer” folder
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− | NOTE: if you are not able to finish the authoring/mastering, CD burns, and SoundCloud publishing within 24 hours of the session – due to need for remix, other time constraints, or whatever – please message Andy, Chris Bay (re:web article publishing), Nick Aquisto (re: band management & DJ contact) about it. Please send a comment on the milestone that 1.) it will be delayed, and 2.) when you anticipate being able to complete that work. Thanks!
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− | [[Category:Live Performances]][[Category:Production]]
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− | [[Category:Review]]
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