Recording Bass Guitar with Live Lite


Membership plan: Going Deeper | Topics: Music Production

Course overview

In this comprehensive tutorial, you will learn how to record and treat a bass guitar using Ableton Live Lite, incorporating VST plugins like GK Amplification by Audiofine and Amplitube 5. Guided by expert instructor Arthur Carneiro, you will explore the entire process from setting up your audio interface to applying advanced effects and finalising your tracks for a professional mix.

What you'll learn

  • Learn to configure Ableton Live Lite for optimal bass guitar recording, including setting up your audio interface and input channels.
  • Understand how to use GK Amplification and Amplitube 5 to enhance your bass recordings with various amp simulations and effects.
  • Master the techniques of applying effects racks, compression, and sidechain compression to ensure a clean, balanced mix.
  • Gain skills in comping, warping, and time-correcting your bass recordings to maintain groove and timing accuracy.

Who is this course for?

  • Musicians who are new to recording and want to learn the basics of recording bass guitar using Ableton Live Lite.
  • Those with some experience in digital audio workstations (DAWs) who want to expand their skills and learn advanced recording and mixing techniques.
  • Individuals looking to enhance their home recording setup and achieve professional-quality bass recordings.
  • Producers seeking to refine their techniques for recording, treating, and mixing bass guitar tracks in their projects.

Course content

  • 1. Introduction
  • 2. Merging Two Beat Patterns for a Bluesy Groove
  • 3. Mastering Rack Setup and Sidechain Compressionmp4
  • 4. Kicking off the Recording
  • 5. Comping
  • 6. Warpping and Time Corrections
  • 7. Colour - Bass AMP Emulations
  • 8. Compression, Sidechain and Limiting
  • 9. Conclusion

Requirements

  • Ableton Live Lite (available for purchase or trial from the Ableton website)
  • GK Amplification by Audiofine (available for purchase or 14-day free trial)
  • Amplitube 5 (available for purchase or free trial with limitations)
  • Audio interface with at least two input channels
  • Bass guitar and necessary cables
  • Headphones or studio monitors for accurate sound monitoring

Course schedule

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