How To Get Proper Gain Staging Levels Using Waves VU Meter

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  • @FlyGuyJ
    @FlyGuyJ  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    🛒 Buy Waves VU Meter Plugin: waves.alzt.net/74MgV
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    • @shaunblack3142
      @shaunblack3142 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Is waves VU meter sold calibrated to -18dbfs? Or do i have to calibrate it myself? Thanks for the info.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@shaunblack3142 by default, it is calibrated to -18, but you can set it to whatever you like

    • @angelinagargano3940
      @angelinagargano3940 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FlyGuyJ Hi, nice to meet you I am Angelina....is this correct...would you gain stage to as close to zero vu as possible and around -6 VU for peaks? And should we still keep plug meter calibrated to -18dbfs because that equals 0 VU? Thanks for your help! Have a great day.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@angelinagargano3940 Hi, I try to keep close to 0 VU and yes always calibrate to -18 since that = 0VU. if you were aiming for something other than 0 VU then you could calibrate it differently if you wanted to.
      When mixing, everyone has there preferences as far as how much headroom to leave. Some are ok with their master peaking at -4, others -6, -8 etc...
      As long as you are not clipping your audio when adding plugins you will be good to go! If you are sending it off to be mastered, check with the engineer to see how much headroom they would like.

    • @angelinagargano3940
      @angelinagargano3940 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FlyGuyJ thanks for taking the time to answer. My question. I have started this technique and seem to have a better response, more dynamic range and less distortion. Can't wait for your next video. Hope you a have a great day.

  • @THEFUTURESOUNDBEAT
    @THEFUTURESOUNDBEAT 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    this is the best tutorial about gain staging I have till now thanks really I like the way you breaking all the steps

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks bruh! Glad you found it helpful! 💯

    • @THEFUTURESOUNDBEAT
      @THEFUTURESOUNDBEAT 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FlyGuyJ a lot for sure

  • @34577245
    @34577245 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    MAN, I have watched countless gain staging videos and this is THE ONE. thank you!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thats what's up! Glad to help!

  • @studiotime6671
    @studiotime6671 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another excellent video showing the differences between RMS and Peak metering and illustrating the critical importance of proper gain staging. I would highly recommend anyone who is interested in producing and mixing any genre of music, just starting out to get these basic fundamentals down pat right out the gate. It will save you potentially YEARS of bad sounding over modulated tracks. Trust me, I speak from experience. Start searching for "proper gain staging" and "RMS vs Peak metering" now and let this soak into your brain and never look back. Great video and clear explanation.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Facts!

  • @Ironbrood4426
    @Ironbrood4426 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was the best tutorial on gain staging on working on it through the whole process of tracking that I’ve seen, great job.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  ปีที่แล้ว

      🙏🙏🙏

  • @Demomadeithappen
    @Demomadeithappen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was fire bro. I respect you work. You definitely taught me something new.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks bro, glad I could help!

  • @djrage73
    @djrage73 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Man this info is gold and helped me on many levels. You just got another subscriber!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks bruh, glad to help!

  • @anamtaufique
    @anamtaufique 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your explanation..I have been using this in a wrong way for so long! Thank You!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to help!

  • @alkazam9319
    @alkazam9319 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the best gain staging tutorial man!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you found it helpful!

  • @charleskapiotis1017
    @charleskapiotis1017 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Best gain staging tutorial I've seen. Thanks for explaining outboard gear and plugins that emulate them.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @mikaelswanson5252
    @mikaelswanson5252 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    An excellent, and articulate explanation of gain staging, and the use of relative plugins. Liked, and subscribed!

  • @miguelsalami
    @miguelsalami 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love how you have the ability to explain gain staging & audio & modulation levels pre & post settings👍👍

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, glad you found it helpful!

  • @JackSeol
    @JackSeol 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks for the lesson. probably the best VU meter using lesson for my level :).

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow, thanks! Glad you found it helpful!

  • @Pokey7317
    @Pokey7317 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    DUUUUUDE!!!!!!! You are AWESOME... My mixes sounded decent. They are WAYYYY better now. Thank you sir!!! Keep up the good work. You're a natural teacher.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's what's up! Glad to hear you were able to apply this to your own mix and see results!

  • @sierra6music
    @sierra6music 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    New sub, i’ve watched many videos on gain staging, this was the clearest.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      💪 Thanks for the sub!

  • @PARADISE-RIVER
    @PARADISE-RIVER ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this wonderful and understandable tutorial. Perfectly explained and by far the best tutorial I have ever listened to. Thanks again.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you found it helpful!

  • @ayitteyesco8584
    @ayitteyesco8584 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you man. You explained this flawlessly without sounding like a nerd, as other do it. You're a very good teach. Keep it coming.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂 THanks man! Glad you found it helpful!

  • @joshuanaut861
    @joshuanaut861 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is one of the best explanations I've seen so far. Thank you!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it was helpful! Thank you!

  • @AnilKumar-md9wn
    @AnilKumar-md9wn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the best tutorial about the gain staging all over youtube an blogs..
    Thankyou so much..🙏

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      🙏 Thanks Anil! If you're interested... I'm putting together a paid training course which will be much more in depth and cover the entire mixing process. Would love to chat more with you about it. If this sounds like something you're interested in, reach out to me on Instagram @therealflyguyj and let's connect!

  • @henria.8269
    @henria.8269 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    accurate and very helpful, no rocket science, just applying these basic rules and the mixes will reach a professional level - thx!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes sir! Half the battle is gain staging, levels, and panning!

  • @TunzAmazin
    @TunzAmazin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good job explaining the use of the plugin. I just got the vu metering plugin recently but was confused on the calibration part. I'll surely implement this on my next mix. I have a feeling it was the missing link to correcting a lot of issues with my mixes. Thanks fam!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Happy mixing bruh! 💪

  • @douglasmayson1515
    @douglasmayson1515 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Best gaining staging video I have seen so far on TH-cam!! love how you broke things down and made it so simple to understand.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks bruh, I'm glad you found it clear and helpful!

  • @nabonilbanik726
    @nabonilbanik726 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good one. A nice and appropriate description of the gain staging necessity. Mixes today are seen with no head rooms and sounds woofy too. Proper gain staging may put some life and allows the mix breathe easy.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely!

  • @digitalmarketinghumans
    @digitalmarketinghumans 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much bro! This video really helped me with gain staging. It's the subtle things like this. Super important foundation of a mix. You got my thumbs up!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you found it helpful bruh! Any other mixing techniques you are interested in learning more about?

  • @onimisilovesonmusic4548
    @onimisilovesonmusic4548 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ur tutorial is absolutely straightforward and concise.....thanks a lot ..

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      glad you found it helpful! Any other waves plugins you'd like a tutorial on?

    • @onimisilovesonmusic4548
      @onimisilovesonmusic4548 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yh ozone 9 advance

  • @scanner451
    @scanner451 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fantastic tutorial, helped me get my head round VU metering after watching others you nailed it for me, thank you 🙏

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thats great man! Glad I was able to help you out!

  • @danielverakis9399
    @danielverakis9399 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Clear, concise, “Outstanding!”

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Glad you found it helpful!

  • @radiantsignals3279
    @radiantsignals3279 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well done my friend! Great explanation and presentation. Just the right specifics to learn about leveling, meters and gain staging. I've been struggling with this part of mixing for a long time! But, not any more, thanks to you!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah it can be difficult to understand at first. A common mistake is thinking you can just lower the channel fader! Glad you found it helpful!

  • @marshavaz
    @marshavaz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very informative and patiently explained everything in noob terms. Thank you. Please make one for mixing and/or mastering.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad it was helpful! Im working on a mixing course!

  • @brandyman5
    @brandyman5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your explanations are clear, detailed, and understandable. Whole channel is on point! Thanks!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Glad you find the channel helpful!

  •  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you! Keep these great videos coming!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, def gotta get some new ones uploaded!

  • @stumariofficial3365
    @stumariofficial3365 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Excellent explanation of gain staging! Thanks!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the feedback! Glad you found it helpful!

  • @frankiewood
    @frankiewood 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of the best videos on this -- thank you so much!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Frank, glad you found it helpful!

  • @midnasalinas6492
    @midnasalinas6492 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks bro, I'm tracking at home and sending stems. Hopefully this will open the door to being a self made producer

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Best of luck!

  • @iamantoniofernandez
    @iamantoniofernandez 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very helpful. Thank you for laying this out in clear detail!!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome. Glad to help!

  • @marlowdurden4419
    @marlowdurden4419 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the best video on this matter that I have seen
    Thanks

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, glad you found it helpful!

  • @thelightmonkey1970
    @thelightmonkey1970 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video FGJ. Big love from the UK

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for stopping by! Keep grinding!

  • @yigitcankahraman9106
    @yigitcankahraman9106 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    it's a very informative tutorials. Much appreciated dude!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome, glad you are finding them helpful!

  • @pyrothemagician
    @pyrothemagician 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    thank you sir! very helpful, and easy to understand! Subscribed!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for the sub!

  • @filipswiton8455
    @filipswiton8455 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You resolve my problem, which i work on for one week.. Thanks!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  ปีที่แล้ว

      thats whats up. Glad I could help

  • @yeahthatsyani
    @yeahthatsyani 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was super helpful! Thank you for sharing !

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you found it helpful!

  • @StevenSoto
    @StevenSoto 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Haven’t even seen it all yet but commented to show love.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Appreciate the love!

    • @StevenSoto
      @StevenSoto 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FlyGuyJ np

  • @AkashColvin
    @AkashColvin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well explained. Thanks

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man, glad you found it helpful!

  • @g.o.9513
    @g.o.9513 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    To eliminate the loudness deception there is a plugin called Perception AB. I bought it and use it on the Cubase DAW. Nothing crazy, it just allows you notice the finer mixing without the loudness deceiving you.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, I may have to look into that

  • @P1NKM4U5
    @P1NKM4U5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thx dude!... i just learned something i didn't know before even though iv'e been mixing and recording for many years :D

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're welcome bro, thats whats up! There's always something new to learn!

  • @thehamoss
    @thehamoss 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ur more than amazing u just got another subscriber👌👌😍

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank bruh!

  • @LloydMassett
    @LloydMassett 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well narrated and on point plus! peak meter!! other videos don't mention Big Shout Out L8 TOXTETH LIVERPOOL

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, glad you found it helpful!

  • @216Bigdomfrmtha
    @216Bigdomfrmtha 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    THIS JUST HELPED ME ON SOOO MANY LEVELS!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's what's up. Glad to help!

  • @MKunstmann
    @MKunstmann 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video and explanation! Everyone should know this.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Agreed!

  • @kostyakonstantinoff
    @kostyakonstantinoff ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very cool explained! Thank you. The only thing I don't understand is how to calibrate the VU meter? -18 db seems too small, can I set it to -12 db? It seems that for the master channel and for individual tracks you need to calibrate differently

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  ปีที่แล้ว

      you can calibrate it to -12 if that is what level you are aiming for, I use -18 mostly for tracking vocals and individual sounds before they hit analog plugins. I usually try to leave about 4-6 db of headroom of my overall mix before sending to mastering

  • @carlitosdemurcia
    @carlitosdemurcia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video man!!. Thx
    so much from Spain

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're welcome!

  • @alexkatsaropoulos1984
    @alexkatsaropoulos1984 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Keep making the vids, man! Just subscribed cuz you're easy to follow

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Alex, appreciate the feedback! More on the way!

  • @TheBlackJewelz
    @TheBlackJewelz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    During mixing, you think the meters should be at the start or end of the chain (as in, before or after plugins on individual tracks-so, not the master buss)?

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Honestly, you should be checking meters throughout the entire process and depending on what you are checking, you will use a different meter at a different point in the chain. While tracking vocals you should check VU meter on the input signal, when checking stems or a full mix you should have the VU meter on the bus and check mix, when mastering you should be looking at peak level, RMS and/or LUFS. Could go alot more in depth on this, but hopefully you get the gist of what I'm saying...

    • @TheBlackJewelz
      @TheBlackJewelz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FlyGuyJ great advice, thank you!

  • @miguelfranco9655
    @miguelfranco9655 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Fly Guy J, thanks for this tutorial. Very helpful. that moment around 6:00-6:40 when you gave a practical example as to why lowering the fader wont give you more head room is gold!! you should deff take that clip and post it on your ig and twitter too! Thanks for sharing your wisdom fam. Appreciate it. Just hit that Sub button!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yessir! I might just do that! Thanks for the suggestion

  • @jojo1865
    @jojo1865 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really clear and well explained.
    Thank you sir

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are welcome

  •  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Absolutely helpful buddy. cheers

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad to hear it!

  • @GabrielBarrera-gq4wb
    @GabrielBarrera-gq4wb 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hello Sr,thank you for this explanation !!!!! Hey I may need some help,are you able to do that for me ? I am stuck in my Mix Sound.THX !!!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How can I help you?

  • @michaelolgaalgar5729
    @michaelolgaalgar5729 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Totally brilliant info, thank you!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, Glad it was helpful!

  • @nelsonm_
    @nelsonm_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    WOW thank u so much Sir! 👏👏 SO helpful!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome, glad it was helpful!

  • @marceloribeirosimoes8959
    @marceloribeirosimoes8959 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really nice!
    Thank you for the vídeo!
    Wondering why thise VUs and other meters have more then -18db calibration like -12db and stuff.
    I've saw some saying that they use -12db for gain staging and that's ok.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      As long as you aren't peaking and distorting, you would be fine if mixing in the box. However, some plugins are designed to work best when the incoming signal falls within a certain range. For example, emulations of analog plugins. Also, some people send signal from pro tools out to hardware and then back into pro tools after processing it through their own analog gear. They may have a different preference for what level they want the starting signal in their chain.

    • @marceloribeirosimoes8959
      @marceloribeirosimoes8959 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FlyGuyJ yep!
      That's why I keep my default tracks with a channel trimestre at -12dB...

  • @HP-jz9jd
    @HP-jz9jd 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm using Logic Pro X and for some reason, I'm clipping on the dbFS meter but I'm not going over 0 on the Waves VU meter. And I have headroom set to 18 :(
    This has only been a problem for one particular track. I have the VU Meter on the Stereo Out Bus and gain plugins on each of the tracks. When I solo this particular track and bring its gain level up so that the VU meter hits 0, then the dbFS meter clips. If I don't adjust the gain, the dbFS meter is fine but then the VU Meter is really low, around -20. Like I said, this hasn't been happening with any other tracks in the mix :(

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'd have to see your routing to help troubleshoot. My guess is that you probably have a plugin in your chain that is causing an increase in gain, or perhaps you are sending that track to an aux/bus which is leading to an increase in level. Lastly check your master bus and see if any plugins on that chain are causing the clipping. A good practice is to make sure the level going into your plugins, matches the level coming out of the plugin, unless your using the plugin specifically to get an increase in level or loudness.

  • @tabandsi
    @tabandsi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    so basically gain staging is for a beat? and once you dont clip it would we say its a guide also for the vocals to have high chances to not clip the mixing if you getting everything right?

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      No, gain staging should be done on vocals too. Gain staging should be done at your preamp also when you track vocals. If you record your vocals so that they are averaging around 0 VU (-18db) then you will have a vocal that is not too quiet (risk of raising the noise floor later when you raise the gain of your vocals), and not too loud (risk of peaking and distorting your vocal). Also, if your vocals are gain staged correctly then they will be entering any plugins you use at the optimal level.

  • @adkisy4412
    @adkisy4412 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When you found someone that can add to your music career you Subscribed

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the sub, glad you are finding it helpful. What other plugins or techniques are you interested in learning more about?

  • @sidehustlefilms8007
    @sidehustlefilms8007 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thumbs up! I finally understand how to gain stage my mastered MP3 beats using a VU meter by watching this video. Now that I get my beat file gain settings set to OVU on the VU meter which is -18dBFS in Pro Tools .. its time for vocal gain staging. Please correct me if IM wrong! Did you said add a mono VU meter as the first insert on my vocal track and as the singer sings I should watch the VU meter making sure the vocal level is hitting 0VU on the VU meter? Thank you!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes I am for 0 VU when recording vocals, however, you don't have to insert one on every track, just make sure you are in the ballpark initially and you should be good to go.

  • @katsunoi
    @katsunoi ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video!! very clear and practical

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  ปีที่แล้ว

      glad you found it helpful!

  • @jacobnault1272
    @jacobnault1272 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So incredibly helpful. THANK YOU.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome! Glad to help!

  • @pandeni4512
    @pandeni4512 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    3:10 "human hears ears"😂😂 love your videos man. Sufficiently elaborated

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      LOL, thansk bruh!

  • @KitKalvert
    @KitKalvert 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sir may I ask? when you refer to -18 dBFS; do you mean -18dBFS RMS or -18dBFS PEAK? As I see the peaks you speak of hitting -6 dBFS PEAK

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A vocal performance is dynamic. You want to hover around -18dbfs (0VU). During louder parts you make peak around -4 or -6db like you mentioned, and during quieter parts you may be down noear -24db for example. You are looking to be around -18dbfs or 0VU during most of the performance with the understanding that there will be peaks and valleys. Just make sure you aren't clipping. I try to stay under -4db with peaks.

  • @pandeni4512
    @pandeni4512 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bro can you make a video on vocal tracking with Rverb or Hverb on? Preferably one for singing and one for rap coz first of all my reverb skills suck. end up hating my vocals and i dont really know how reverb really works

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sure thing!

  • @majaon3182
    @majaon3182 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome my friend, although i produce psytrance music this video is the most helpful about gain and volume until now Congratulations.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's awesome, I'm glad you found it helpful. Many others have been sharing similar thoughts. Gain staging can be confusing at first!

  • @boymatmat
    @boymatmat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i've got a question about this...
    you say that we should always mantain the same level of a signal...
    but le'ts say for example that I trow in a compressor... I sould "never?" touch the gain? And always make sure that the db of the in and out signal is the same?

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's best practice to make sure you at least listen to the before and after at equal volume so that you can get a true representation of what the compressor is doing to your audio. When things are louder, they naturally sound better to us, so loudness can give us a false sense of quality. Once you are happy with what the compressor is doing, feel free to increase the gain to your liking!

  • @foroshustheproducer1911
    @foroshustheproducer1911 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    information is power .... thank you

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      💯

  • @47Libra
    @47Libra ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sooo helpful man. Thank u big time.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  ปีที่แล้ว

      Welcome!

  • @bobronan142
    @bobronan142 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks sir! Very helpful. Liked and subbed.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to help! Thanks for the support!

  • @PARADISE-RIVER
    @PARADISE-RIVER 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Yes, and thank you very much.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Welcome!

  • @tri-unetrl3966
    @tri-unetrl3966 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Where do you place the VU meter on a plugin chain? At the top or at the bottom of the chain???
    And should you place a VU meter on all tracks or just the master track?

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Top if you are trying to measure signal coming into the chain, bottom if you are trying to measure signal leaving the chain, individual if you want to check level of an individual track, master track if you want to see where the entire mix is sitting. All depends on what you are trying to accomplish

    • @tri-unetrl3966
      @tri-unetrl3966 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FlyGuyJ
      Ah okay bruh I appreciate you
      Good look!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tri-unetrl3966 no doubt

  • @Progeny210
    @Progeny210 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Amazing tutorial! 🤘🏽

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you liked it!

  • @twentyeight1529
    @twentyeight1529 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great explanation!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Glad you found it helpful!

  • @zabavno2112
    @zabavno2112 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    this is important if you send the mix to the mastering engineer for later processing but if you are doing the mastering yourself on the output channel the most important thing is that the whole final process has no clipping, am I right?

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Honestly, gain staging should be kept in check during each step of the process (recording, mixing, mastering)
      The most important thing is to make sure you are not clipping, but honestly, some of the plugins that you use are designed to perform best when the incoming signal is at a certain range. It's best practice to keep your eye on your gain levels throughout the entire process. You don't have to be meticulous with it, but keeping things in the healthy range will result in a better mix at the end

  • @ajtoronto2006
    @ajtoronto2006 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    more engineering videos bro your videos are sooooo helpful! Eq hiphop vocals, compressing hiphop vocals, mixing a 2 track to hiphop vocals, and mastering hiphop vocals with a 2 track, saturation on hiphop vocals. This would be SOOO helpful + it should give you more well deserved subs

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Got you bruh, definitely will have some of those topics covered soon!

    • @ajtoronto2006
      @ajtoronto2006 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FlyGuyJ that would be so dope bro! keep up the amazing work

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ajtoronto2006 Just uploaded a video showing a vocal compression technique using 2 compressors back to back

    • @ajtoronto2006
      @ajtoronto2006 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FlyGuyJ that's lit bro! sickk

  • @LikeOProductions
    @LikeOProductions 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I appreciate da game brother!!!! 🙏🏾💯💯💯

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      No doubt! Glad to help!

  • @donnas8408
    @donnas8408 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What if you have 4 plugins in your chain? Do you put a trim meter after each plugin? Or set trim meter at bottom of plugin chain?

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I would have trim plugin at the top of the chain, followed by the VU meter. Then whatever 4 plugins you are using. You use the trim plugin to decrease or increase the gain as needed for gain staging purposes. Once the level coming into the first plugin is set to a healthy level then you should just "level match" the audio before and after each plugin. Unless the plugin is being used specifically to raise the level of the audio. Hope that makes sense!

  • @SavBeatz97
    @SavBeatz97 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Might need to make a class. This fye and helpful! 🔥

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Word, I might just do that!

  • @kempdaw6726
    @kempdaw6726 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yeah, pretty clear tutorial. good!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, glad you found it helpful!

  • @godmercy3926
    @godmercy3926 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey bro thank sooo much but I got a quick question please do both my vocals and my beat has to be set at the same db level ? 18 or different db for each ?? Please help

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I usually clip gain the beat down -8 or -10 db to make room for the vocals when recording, I use the VU meter to gain stage the vocals being recorded

  • @donnas8408
    @donnas8408 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If your using a trim meter underneath plugin should you still have a VU meter at the top of the plug-in chain on every track including master track? When you say set it at -18 db so you mean literally set the view meter to -18 DB inside the meter itself? Or do you play the track and watch the needle and turn it up the volume or down the volume to get the needle towards zero in the view meter? Thanks

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you are trying to make sure the incoming signal (start of your chain) is gain staged properly I would put a trim plugin first, then the vu meter. That way you can use the trim meter to adjust the level of the incoming signal and have the vocal gain staged first before any processing. I am looking for the vocal to hover around 0 on the VU meter. Vocals are dynamic, so sometimes it will be above, sometimes it will be below. Once the incoming signal is staged correctly, you dont need to use the vu meter again on the individual track, you can move it to the master bus and measure level of total mix. Just use your ears to make sure volume before and after plugin is the same. You can use a limiter like the L1 or RVOX plugin at the end of your chain to increase final volume of vocal if necessary.

  • @iampedromoreira
    @iampedromoreira 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's always convenient to have a Vu meter before and after all the effects?

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Definitely before just to make sure your initial gain staging is correct, you can level match before and after the plugin by ear by simply bypassing the plugin on and off and making sure the volume is about the same. You may want to use a VU meter to adjust gain on you final mix bus before using mastering plugins as well.

  • @kajammusicent.-djwhiteknig2931
    @kajammusicent.-djwhiteknig2931 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great tutorial fly guy

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it

  • @glaz3580
    @glaz3580 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super helpful 👍🏼 new subscriber from india

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to help. Thanks for the sub!

  • @shaunblack3142
    @shaunblack3142 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great video! I don't have that vu meter in my Pro Tools 12. is it a stock plugin... or did you purchase it?

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Shaun, thanks for the feedback and I hopes it helps improve your mixes! The VU meter is a Waves plugin that I purchased. (On sale for $23.99 right now). Here's the link if you're interested: 🛒 waves.alzt.net/74MgV

  • @deandredavis6493
    @deandredavis6493 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video classical thanks brother💪🏿

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Welcome! Glad you found it helpful ! 💪

  • @______BS______
    @______BS______ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great explanation and examples. thanks man!

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Welcome!

  • @andremusic9924
    @andremusic9924 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this content ive learnt a lot im about to apply this

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's what's up, glad you are finding my videos helpful! Let me know if there's any specific plugins you'd like me to cover in the future!

    • @andremusic9924
      @andremusic9924 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FlyGuyJ if its plugins the waves ones do just fine but i would like to know how to gainstage well in a full song, vocals and beat thank you

  • @BonzerPilot
    @BonzerPilot 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. Great explanation

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Glad you found it helpful!

  • @kaveka333
    @kaveka333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video thank you. So can you just level mix your songs without this and use this method for mastering your song

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You should be gain staging at every step of the process. First and foremost, make sure your recording levels are good going into your DAW, make sure your levels are good going into your plugins, coming out of your plugins, and make sure your levels are good (headroom) prior to mastering

    • @kaveka333
      @kaveka333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FlyGuyJ thank you so much. So when you say going in and coming out. How do you do that

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kaveka333 I explained how to check your levels going in to the plugin in this video (aim for 0VU); as far as going out, most plugins have a knob or other control where you can decrease the gain or output of the signal after it is processed by the plugin. Always gain match (make sure the level is equal before and after) unless you are using a plugin specifically to increase gain or volume of your track.
      I hope that makes sense

    • @kaveka333
      @kaveka333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FlyGuyJ it does and thank you 🙏 again for your time. I use mpc softer ware. Would you say pro tools is much better

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kaveka333 I'm not familiar with the MPC software, but I know that many people love MPC for music production, I would recommend pro tools for recording, mixing, mastering vocals.

  • @Flashback_Jack
    @Flashback_Jack 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm a noob, but what advantage are VU meters over LUFS meters, or even RMS/Peak meters?

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      VU meters have a slow response time and are better for viewing the average signal level of your audio, where as Peak meters will show you the loudest transient level in your audio. VU meter is better for measuring average loudness of lets say a vocal that you are recording. A peak meter would be used to find the loudest part of your audio (make sure you aren't clipping, and identify how much head room you have left). The RMS meter is generally used for finding overall loudness.

    • @Flashback_Jack
      @Flashback_Jack 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FlyGuyJ
      Cheers, brotha.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Flashback_Jack 😎

  • @michailluuko3909
    @michailluuko3909 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the intelligible explanation.

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome. Glad to help!

  • @tylizotte
    @tylizotte 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My Waves won't calibrate properly... I set it to 18, but when it's at -18db, it doesn't jump up to zero on the VU, only -18. Any idea why?

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Without seeing your DAW its hard to pinpoint. I would suggest you take a look at how your metering is setup in the preferences or options menu. Also check the routing of any buses that you may have active in your session

  • @essentialknowledge1031
    @essentialknowledge1031 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great explanation thanks

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Welcome!

  • @shaunblack3142
    @shaunblack3142 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great info! Is this peak meter a Pro Tools stock plugin? Or did you buy it?

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Shaun, this is a paid plugin, I have a link in the video description if you are interested.

    • @ravonnmyles1082
      @ravonnmyles1082 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FlyGuyJ hi i dont see the peak meter link in the video description above. I only see the vu meter one. Can you please repost the link for the peak meter . I will really appreciate it

    • @FlyGuyJ
      @FlyGuyJ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ravonnmyles1082 Hey, the peak meter im using is called the PAZ meter, which comes with the "PAZ Analyzer" Plugin from waves.
      Here is a link to it: waves.alzt.net/GjjrG6