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Re: Black Lion Audio Mod Comparison Experiment
just split the mic signal from the preamp output
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Re: Black Lion Audio Mod Comparison Experiment
Doesn't work like that on a 003..
The mod involves the preamps and the converters and there is no insert point/direct out after the pres
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Also, the reason I included the metronome clicks is so people could time align the files (also the test tone is to make sure they are all playing back at the correct volume, if one test tone is louder than the other then either I did something wrong or one track in your system is turned up. Please let me know if you notice anything like that). If you load them up on stereo audio tracks and line up the metronome clicks you can use the solo (with the X-OR solo option selected) to switch between them on the fly to really hear the differences. Also, with this many files, it really filters out any biases people might have. Is it really the performance that you are drawn to or is your ear really hearing a difference in the devices? That sort of thing... ya know? Again I apologize for all the files, but I figured it was the best way to really see what it is we are really hearing. And as I said before, there is no "correct" answers here. Everything has a tone or sound. Some people will prefer one or the other. It doesn't make either worse or better. I did this for my boss to see if he can really hear a difference and if he does, which one he prefers. Also, I think I mentioned it before but maybe not... When I post the results, I'm also going to post the multitrack protools sessions so anyone who is interested can download them. It may turn out you like drums on one box and acoustic guitar on the other... Being able to solo the tracks or mute the other tracks will help people listen for those types of things.
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Re: Black Lion Audio Mod Comparison Experiment
Thanks for doing this. I have a 002R that I am very keen on doing this mod to.
I am not a professional audio guy, but I have been using Pro Tools for some years now. If this mod can improve my 002R I will be very happy. I cannot wait to get to my studio to do the test. Peppertree, I don't know you man but I will go by what I have read that you are knowledgeable and likely are a cool dude. But jeez man, reading all your posts and how you are very down on BLA- all over the fact they don't post specs......well that's how I read it...... it seems over the top brother. I know you won't, but I'd say let it go. Is it worth wasting energy on this...especially when you could be putting it elsewhere?
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One important side note to keep in mind. I'm not doing this with a 002R. It's a 003R+. The mod for the 003R+ is somewhat different. BLA actually recommends you get 002R instead of a 003R or 003R+ simply because they can do more to the 002R.
So if you get the mod to your 002R, you might prefer it even to the files I'm posting. The reason I didn't do a 002R or 003R, is because as I mentioned, this is for my boss (the owner of the production company I work for) and he already bought the 003+.
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One thing I'm wondering too... does anyone think that some files just sound like complete crap and others sound good? Or is it more like, "yeah they sound similar but I hear subtle differences and I like this one better."
Not only try to comment on the one you like best, also try to comment on some of the ones you don't like the sound of and why. I think that will also be really helpful too. It could be one person picks one based on the way they like/hate the drum sounds but someone else picks a different one because they like/hate the guitar sound... and so on... And as someone else pointed out, the performances are slightly different on each one, so I could be hitting the snare a little harder on one or the guitarist could be digging in a little more on another and that might be why you gravitate to one or the other. So the more info you can give on what you like AND what you don't like will be helpful to others listening to the same files.
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Group 1 - A, E, J, N Group 2 - C, D, K, P Group 3 - B, G, H, N Group 4 - F, I, L, O Group 5 - A, B, J, M Group 6 - E, G, H, N Group 7 - C, F, O, P Group 8 - D, I, K, L Group 9 - G, H, I, L Group 10 - B, F, M, O Group 11 - F, G, H, O Group 12 - B, I, L, M I could come up with even more groupings if people want, but this is already a lot! This will probably take a little bit of time for anyone to do. Feel free to try doing a few (or none, or all!) of the groupings and posts your thoughts on the mixes compared to the others in the group. If you do one of the group compares, try to list which one(s) and your thoughts on each one you did...like Group 1 - favorite was [?] cuz it was [Insert]. Least favorite was [?] because [Insert]... the other two were [insert]... Group 12 - favorite was [?] cuz it was [Insert]. Least favorite was [?] because [Insert]... the other two were [insert]... And so on... you really don't have to follow my layout, but just try to keep your comments for each group together. And any comments you have overall separate from any feelings you might have when comparing just one group. Thanks for everyone who has downloaded and is listening!!! I think this will be really beneficial for everyone. And again, there are no "right" or "wrong" answers here. Just listen and give your opinions as to what you like and what you don't and why. Cheers!
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Re: Black Lion Audio Mod Comparison Experiment
Well I am no expert but I like the idea of not knowing a thing about the movie I am about to see........ I do not even like seeing the trailer really. I want total surprise.
So as far as the samples for review, I like the idea of no info at all other than a sidenote for any issues you may have had for a certain take that might have a bearing on it. Even that I would want to read after the fact. I think your original plan is sound. As you say there is a slight possibility of small differences due to the mic's, the plugging and unplugging etc and also performance differences...... but if these mods are as good as everyone says, one should be able to hear it....something right?
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Re: Black Lion Audio Mod Comparison Experiment
Exactly.
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Re: Black Lion Audio Mod Comparison Experiment
when i pick up my unit i gotta talk to you about the kick drum mic and placement and also check out the drum itself bcuz i like it....of course i have my favorites but i like the way it sounds in all of them.
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