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10 minSet up overview, channel layout, ProTools I/O , parallel chains Lexicon 480L, Bricasti M7, Neve 33609, AMS DMX 15-80S, Revox PR-99, UREI 1176LN, Unfairchild 670, SSL4000E
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12 minMix preparation, plugin processing, hardware setup, effects returns CLA MixHub, CLA76, Waves L1, SSL DeEss, Valhalla Room Reverb, Revox PR-99, DMX 15-80S, Lexicon 480L, SSL4000E
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10 minVCA groups, hardware inserts, drums, Obsidian Compressor, EAR 660, Manely Vari-Mu, Unfairchild 670, Neve 1084, SSL Bus Compressor, SSL4000E
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13 minMix balance, drums, bass, guitars, chamber orchestra, vocals, backing vocals Neve 1084, Revox PR-99, AMS DMX 15-80S, SSL4000E
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11 minMixing philosophy, processing recap, fader rides, printing
The American Dream Is Killing Me
Green Day
(02 min / 1h01)Chris Lord-Alge
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Watch CLA remix this powerful rock record from scratch. The multi-platinum mixer leaves his home base at Mix LA in search of new sonic territory. Inspired by the diverse gear collection at Rue Boyer, he fires up the studio’s pristine SSL 4000E and puts his analog mix techniques to the test.
Chris approaches the mix as an opportunity to experiment with the studio’s high-end equipment racks. He sets up a genuine slap using a vintage Revox tape machine and he pushes the mix into a new dimension using a stack of boutique compressors from Manley, Dramastic and Undertone Audio. He clearly defines his intentions behind each hardware insert and effects send, allowing you to follow his decision-making process as it happens.
Chris starts at the very beginning, showing how he prepares a basic DAW session for mix. He applies some gentle pre-processing and summing in the box before outputting the session to the 48-channel console. Once all the analog gear has been patched in, he builds a powerful balance in a matter of seconds. Along the way, he feathers in some tasteful EQ and compression to bring out the personality of each band member and bring the mix to life.
It is always inspiring to watch Chris work behind the console and this series offers a fresh take on his tried and tested process. Watch him exercise his signature mix techniques using a new set of tools and learn more about his work with this iconic rock band.
Subtitles in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Italian
Four-Day Paris Masterclass
Join Chris Lord-Alge for an all-analog mixing Masterclass in Paris from May 27-30! For the first time, the Grammy-winning engineer will host a four-day Masterclass focussed entirely on his signature SSL4000E console. This event is a rare opportunity to master specialist tools and techniques with one of the pioneers of modern mixing.
About Chris Lord-Alge
Chris Lord-Alge’s talent is exemplified by his AllMusic credit list containing an astonishing 1100 entries, with huge names such as Bruce Springsteen, Tina Turner, Avril Lavigne, Cher, Muse, Celine Dion, Michael Bublé, Aerosmith, Madonna, Green Day, Meat Loaf, U2, Snow Patrol, Sheryl Crow, Savage Garden, Bon Jovi, Fleetwood Mac, Black Eyed Peas, The Rolling Stones, Smashing Pumpkins, James Brown, Eric Clapton, Nine Inch Nails, Foo Fighters, My Chemical Romance and many more. He has won six Grammy...