Learn the BEST Ways to Use Synths in Modern Metal

Exploring Synth Applications in Modern Metal Productions

Dr. Mike Trubetskov introduces a video series focused on using synths in modern metal music. He aims to explain how synths are integrated for different purposes such as adding atmosphere, supporting melodies, and enhancing guitar tones. Trubetskov discusses how synths contribute to the music’s emotional depth, filling sonic gaps, and creating memorable hooks, providing examples from bands like Currents, Spirit Box, and Sleep Token. The video encourages experimentation with synths in metal production, showcasing their versatility and impact on the genre’s evolving sound.

How to Select Proper IRs for Modern and Rich Metal Guitar IR Tone

New video! I challenged myself to find principles for the selection of the right guitar IRs for Modern Metal Guitar IR. I took Lance Prenc’s Axe-FX II pack, and meticulously tried to match his tone with my IRs.

Lance Prenc’s Axe FX II Pack: https://prencaudio.com/product/620627

Recording Metal Drums For Non-Engineers. What YOU Need To Know To Not Fail Your Session

Recording Metal Drums if you are just a musician, not an engineer. Learn from my experiences! 

Shoutout to Paeon band for letting me use some materials for this video, awesome music and awesome lads.

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CAN THIS NEW TOOL Get Heavier TONES and SAVE YOUR MIXES? Single Plugin Metal Mix Challenge

I tried a fun challenge and mixed a metal song by only using one plugin – Clairvoyant by Modern Metal Songwriters – Share, Learn, Collaborate

Can it sound good?! Watch the video to find out! Single Plugin Metal Mix Challenge

Multitracks by Brian Hood – 456recordings.com

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Creating Realistic Programmed MIDI Drums for Metal Songs – Programmed Drums Metal

Creating Realistic Programmed MIDI Drums for Metal Songs – Programmed Drums Metal

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NovaClip Clipper Plugin for Mixing Metal Music – First Impressions

My first impressions and thoughts while trying NovaClip by Modern Metal Songwriter – the new clipper plugin for mixing metal.

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Unleash Your Metal Guitar Reaper Sound with our Free Reaper Mixing Chain!

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Hey metalheads! Are you tired of struggling to get that perfect heavy guitar tone in Reaper? Look no further! In this video, we’re excited to share our amazing Metal Guitar Reaper Mixing Chain for Reaper, and the best part is, it’s absolutely FREE!

Dr. Mike Trubetsko has meticulously crafted this powerful mixing chain to help you achieve that professional-grade sound for your metal guitar tracks. Whether you’re into crushing riffs, blistering solos, or bone-crunching breakdowns, this mixing chain has got you covered.

In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of setting up and using the Metal Guitar Mixing Chain in Reaper. From EQ and compression to saturation and reverb, we’ll show you how to dial in the perfect settings to make your metal guitar tracks cut through the mix with clarity, aggression, and definition.

So, grab your guitar, fire up Reaper, and let’s dive into the world of epic metal guitar tones with our free mixing chain! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more awesome content. Rock on! \m/

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Free Plugins and IRs used:

– Ignite Amps NadIR https://www.igniteamps.com/#nadir

– Ignite Amps PTEq-X https://www.igniteamps.com/#pteq-x

– Catharsis IRs https://pluginfox.com/products/catharsis-impulses

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Blending Metal Guitar Tone: Mastering Techniques for Crushing Sound

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In this ultimate guide to blending metal guitar tone, we dive deep into the art of creating a bone-crushing sound that will leave your audience in awe.

Whether you’re a seasoned guitarist or just starting out, this video is packed with valuable insights and practical tips to help you achieve that killer metal tone you’ve always desired.

Discover the secrets behind blending different guitar tones to create a unique sonic landscape that cuts through the mix with precision and clarity. We break down the characteristics of various metal tones, explaining how to craft the perfect tone for thrash, death metal, djent, and more.

Learn how to assess your initial tone, create complementing tones, and glue these together for an ultimate massive result.

Whether you’re aiming for crushing heaviness or soaring melodic leads, this comprehensive guide will equip you with the knowledge and tools to take your metal guitar tone to the next level. So grab your favorite axe, crank up the volume, and let’s dive into the world of blending metal guitar tones like a pro!

Into The Vein – Wreckage

The amazing Modern Metal Metalcore band Into The Vein have released a music video for Wreckage alongside with the EP “Paradise Lies”.

Check out our Recording and Mixing Modern Metal work with Into The Vein!

Claret Ash – Cascadence of the Twilight [Black Metal Mixing]

Please welcome the incredible Progressive Black Metal release from Canberra by Claret Ash – Cascadence of the Twilight. Honoured to perform Black Metal Mixing for this cathartic and deep track.

Claret Ash – Cascadence of the Twilight is premiered via No Clean Signing and Hypnotic Dirge Records.

Young Ghosts – Relapse – UNOFFICIAL MIX [URM Multitracks]

Young Ghosts – Relapse – UNOFFICIAL MIX [URM Multitracks]

This track is used with permission by Young Ghosts and URM Academy. The original production and mix was done by Nick Pilotta. This new mix is an unofficial version and not on the actual release.

Modern Metal Guitar Editing: Perfecting DIs to the Grid in Logic Pro X

Welcome to our in-depth tutorial on how to edit metal guitar direct input (DI) recordings to the grid using Logic Pro X!

In this video, we will walk you through the essential steps to achieve tight and precise guitar tracks for your modern metal mixes.

Editing metal guitar DIs to the grid is crucial for achieving a polished and professional sound. We understand the challenges that come with capturing the tightness and precision required for this genre, and that’s why we’re here to help you master the art of editing.

In this tutorial, we’ll cover the following key topics: – best flex time mode in Logic Pro X for guitar – how to get rid of artifacts – how to identify transients – how to snap to the grid automatically and introduce some humanisation

Editing metal guitar editing DIs to the grid is a crucial step in producing a tight and professional metal mix. Whether you’re a seasoned producer or a beginner, this tutorial will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to transform raw guitar tracks into punchy, tight, and perfectly synced performances.

Join us in this comprehensive tutorial and take your metal guitar editing skills to the next level using Logic Pro X. Don’t settle for anything less than perfection—get ready to unleash the power of precision editing in your metal productions!

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Like and share this video with fellow metal enthusiasts who are eager to enhance their guitar editing skills. Let’s dive in and master the art of editing metal guitar DIs to the grid in Logic Pro X together!

Success in Modern Metal

If you want to succeed in the supersaturated modern metal market, you need to stand out.

Here are a few principles that you may implement based on my lasting experience of producing bands and my own music.

💡Standing out is a very fine balance between fitting the pocket of the market and differing enough just to push its boundaries

💡Hence, using JUST your authentic ideas without exploring what is popular and WHY is a dangerous idea. This may drive your music simply irrelevant.

💡At the same time, mimicking popular trends and creating a mix-and-match of various sonic trends just for the sake of it would not display your authenticity, and your listener would not connect to it at best. 

I suggest the following strategies when writing new music and thinking about its future success in the market:

✅ Explore what is new and trending in a similar heavy style to yours. Super important to follow the trends and understand WHY these songs are in high demand. Break down their stylistic elements and feel.

✅ Then, write music sincerely and authentically, project your message fully, without restrictions.

✅ And then, carve that message stylistically based on the trends that you explored earlier and which FIT its atmosphere (sounds, samples, arrangement, layers, grooves)

✅ It also make sense to stand out with your sound and with your mix – with the similar principle. Fitting the pocket and bending it just a bit. One of the proven strategies for me is to capture unique drum samples on the recording day and use them aggressively for sampled yet unique and real sound.

Success in Modern Metal.

Playing METAL live vs recording in the studio. How to set up for great metal gigs. 

What’s the difference between playing Metal live and recording in the studio? Having just stepped off stage from our gigs with Hybrid Nightmares, I summarise the different approaches in this video as a studio and live guitarist.