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| − | ==Pre-production==
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| − | ===1. Claim the Session in Basecamp===
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| − | Review '''[[Using Basecamp: Live In Studio Performances]]''' for more details about how we use Basecamp.
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| − | ===2. Research the band===
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| − | :- Preview their music online, using [http://www.allmusic.com '''Allmusic.com'''], [http://www.amazon.com '''Amazon.com'''], [http://www.grooveshark.com '''Grooveshark.com'''], [http://www.soundcloud.com '''Soundcloud.com'''], etc.
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| − | :- Read the '''Input List''' posted in [https://kdhxtest.basecamphq.com '''Basecamp''']
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| − | :- Learn the names of the musicians and the instruments that they play, if possible.
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| − | ===3. Greet performers and entourage===
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| − | :- '''Arrive prior''' to the artists and prepare the studio. ''(Try not to use too much gear, be ready to make changes and be flexible.)''
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| − | :- Direct them to the rear building entry for load-in.
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| − | :- Thank the artists for performing at KDHX.
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| − | :- Direct them all to the performance studio and the observation lounge.
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| − | :- Explain our hospitality area, ''(i.e., coffee, tea, water, soda machine, etc.)''
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| − | :- Point out the bathrooms.
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| − | ===4. Help to orient the performers to our studio===
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| − | :- Show them the available backline and drum kit.
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| − | :- Explain the difference between the performance vs. recording studio ''(ex. live, no overdubs, etc.)''
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| − | :- Discuss the material to be performed - 3 songs, preferably originals or public domain, as we will not be able to post royalty bound material in our online archive. (Note - We may air it, but will not post video or audio to YouTube or SoundCloud)
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| − | :- Explain our "[[wikipedia:Proscenium|proscenium]]" and determine an ideal setup for both audio and video capture. Allowing the artists to turn into semi-circle is acceptable, but do not let them close the circle.
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| − | ===5. Prepare inputs===
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| − | :- Mics for everything.
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| − | :- DIs (direct inputs) where possible, ''(i.e., bass, synths, mixers, gadgets.)''
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| − | :- Determine who will be the primary spokesperson.
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| − | :- Line check each mic and input, adjust mic placement, pre-amp and EQ as needed.
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| − | :- Discuss monitoring by pointing out the monitoring mixer function, which channel has which signal, the onboard ambiance mic, etc.
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| − | ===6. Prepare outputs===
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| − | :- Set up a recording session in ProTools, create, label and arm all mono inputs, inc. 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 the board mix CD Recorder for backup capture.
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| − | :- Run at least one song for mix and soundcheck.
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| − | ==Production==
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| − | This includes '''Ready Recording''', '''Air DJ''' and '''Talent'''
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| − | :- After DJ conference, provide standby timing for the performers.
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| − | :- Begin recording playback, prior to the session start cue.
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| − | :- Monitor the performance, recording and levels throughout the session.
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| − | :- If pre-recording, use the red light switch, located on the wall in the mix studio.
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| − | :- During interview segments, remove FX from the audio and reset the gains/faders to maintain a broadcast 0 (zero) output.
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| − | :- '''Stay alert!''' Constant alterations will be required.
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| − | ==Post-production==
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| − | ===1. Wrap the session with the artist===
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| − | :- Request that the artist sign our release form.
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| − | ::- '''Click this link --> [[File:KDHX_Production_Release_2012-13v3.pdf]]''' and print.
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| − | ::- Use accurate spelling on song titles and contact info, for use in follow up permissions for non-broadcast uses.
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| − | :- Thank the artist(s) for performing at KDHX.
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| − | :- Referencing the release form, generate a text file with the session details, including the song titles and volunteer staffing.
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| − | ===2. Edit the audio for a CD===
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| − | :- Finalize burning a CD and label it with '''band name''', '''today's date''' and the text “'''Board Master'''.”
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| − | :- Mount the '''authoring drive''', set up a ProTools session and import the board master audio.
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| − | :- Cut the audio into tracks, removing non-broadcast material and concentrating on accurate beginnings for each segment, ''(i.e., intro, song, interview, song, etc.)''
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| − | :- Export CD ready AIF files to the authoring drive, into the appropriate session folder.
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| − | :- Use the application '''Toast''' to burn CD copies for the artist(s), DJ and one for the archive.
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| − | :- Print the text file for the DJ and band CD copies.
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| − | :- Create a CD envelope, deposit the board master and a finished CD labeled with the '''band name''', '''date''', '''total run time''' and '''number of tracks'''.
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| − | ===3. Publish the audio===
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| − | :- Convert the tracks to mp3s using iTunes. ('''[http://wiki.kdhx.org/wiki/KDHX.org/OnDemand_Podcast_Guide#Converting_to_MP3 KDHX.org/OnDemand Podcast Guide]''')
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| − | :- '''[[Publishing Live Performance Audio to Soundcloud|Upload the set to SoundCloud]]''', and add '''[[Live at kdhx meta information|metadata]]'''.
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| − | :- If video was shot;
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| − | ::- Convert the tracks to 48k AIF using iTunes.
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| − | ::- Move the 48k AIFs and a copy of the text file to the '''production''' server’s '''transfer''' folder.
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| − | ===Unable to complete within 24 hours===
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| − | If you are unable to finish authoring/mastering, CD burns or SoundCloud publishing within 24 hours of the session, due to the need for remix, other time constraints, or whatever;
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| − | :- Please message '''Andy Coco''', '''Roy Katzen''' (re: web article publishing) and '''Nick Aquisto''' (re: band management & DJ contact).
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| − | :- Send a comment to the Basecamp milestone that states;
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| − | :: 1. That the project will be delayed.
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| − | :: 2. When you anticipate being able to complete the project.
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| − | [[Category:Live Performances]][[Category:Production]]
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