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How can you get a great guitar sound in a mix?

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Guitar is one of the most popular and versatile instruments in music, but getting a great guitar sound in a mix can be challenging. There are many factors that affect how a guitar sounds, such as the type of guitar, amp, pedals, mic, and recording settings. In this article, you will learn some tips and tricks to help you achieve a balanced, clear, and expressive guitar tone that fits your genre and style.

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1 Choose the right guitar and amp

The first step to getting a great guitar sound is to choose the right guitar and amp for your music. Different guitars and amps have different tonal characteristics, such as brightness, warmth, clarity, distortion, and dynamics. For example, a Stratocaster with a Fender Twin Reverb amp will give you a clean and bright sound, while a Les Paul with a Marshall Plexi amp will give you a warm and crunchy sound. You should experiment with different combinations of guitars and amps until you find the one that suits your vision and genre.

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Alessandro Carli

Guitarist, educator, composer
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If you have a good amount of studio time available, a good option could be recording multiple tracks of the same parts using different gear, and then carefully blending those tracks together during the mixing stage.

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2 Use pedals wisely

Pedals are great tools to shape your guitar sound, but they can also create unwanted noise and clutter in your mix. You should use pedals wisely and sparingly, and only when they serve a musical purpose. For example, you can use a compressor pedal to smooth out your dynamics and add sustain, a delay pedal to create depth and space, or a chorus pedal to add shimmer and movement. However, you should avoid using too many pedals at once, or stacking pedals that have similar effects, such as distortion, overdrive, and fuzz. This can make your guitar sound muddy, harsh, or unnatural.

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Alessandro Carli

Guitarist, educator, composer
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In any case just remember that 70% of the sound is determined by the combination of speakers-cabinets and microphones (or impulses responses if you're working with amp sims). So don't waste too much time on other things that might not make a big difference.

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3 Mic your amp properly

How you mic your amp can make a big difference in how your guitar sounds in a mix. You should use a suitable mic for your amp, such as a dynamic mic for loud and distorted amps, or a condenser mic for clean and quiet amps. You should also experiment with different mic placements and angles, as they affect the frequency response and phase of your guitar signal. For example, placing the mic close to the center of the speaker cone will give you a brighter and more direct sound, while placing the mic off-axis or near the edge of the cone will give you a darker and more ambient sound.

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4 Record multiple takes

Recording multiple takes of your guitar part can help you create a fuller and richer sound in your mix. You can use different techniques to layer your guitar tracks, such as doubling, panning, harmonizing, or varying the tone or dynamics. For example, you can record the same part twice with slightly different settings or pedals, and pan them hard left and right to create a stereo image. Or you can record a higher or lower harmony part and blend it with the main part to create depth and interest. However, you should make sure that your guitar tracks are in sync and in tune, and avoid phase issues or frequency clashes.

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5 EQ and compress your guitar tracks

EQ and compression are essential tools to shape your guitar sound and make it fit in your mix. You should use EQ to cut out any unwanted frequencies, such as low-end rumble, mid-range mud, or high-end hiss. You should also use EQ to boost or cut any frequencies that enhance or detract from your guitar tone, such as low-mid warmth, high-mid presence, or treble sparkle. You should use compression to control the dynamics of your guitar tracks, and make them more consistent and punchy. You should also use compression to glue your guitar tracks together, and create a cohesive and balanced sound.

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6 Add effects and automation

Effects and automation are creative tools to add color and movement to your guitar sound. You can use effects such as reverb, delay, chorus, flanger, or phaser to create space, dimension, and modulation for your guitar tracks. You should use effects sparingly and tastefully, and avoid drowning your guitar in too much wet signal. You can also use automation to adjust the volume, pan, EQ, or effects of your guitar tracks over time, and create contrast and variation in your mix. You can use automation to highlight or mute certain parts, create transitions or build-ups, or change the mood or atmosphere of your mix.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Jeff Girard, PhD

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It is important to think about filling acoustic spaces. The concept refers to segments of the spectrum of sound regarding bass , mid, and treble. Various instruments, including voice, contain components of low, mid and high within the range of sound produced. These different ranges support different functions, such as attack, empathy or boldness. It is important for the various components to not be buried or even conflict with each other. Part of this can be accomplished by organizing the components coming and going. Another tool is by EQs and mixing.

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1 Choose the right guitar and amp

2 Use pedals wisely

3 Mic your amp properly

4 Record multiple takes

5 EQ and compress your guitar tracks

6 Add effects and automation

7 Here’s what else to consider

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