Okay, so today I’m gonna walk you through what I did with Gabriella Fernandes’ record. First off, I gotta say, I was pretty stoked to get my hands on it. I mean, her voice is just… wow.
I started by giving the record a good clean. You know, just your standard vinyl cleaning routine. Used my trusty record cleaning brush and some solution to get all the dust and grime off. Can’t have any of that interfering with the sound, right?
Next up, I plugged my turntable into my amp. Double-checked all the connections, made sure everything was snug. Then, I carefully placed the record on the platter. This is always a bit nerve-wracking, you don’t want to scratch it!
Now, here’s where things got interesting. I was really focusing on the mastering of the record. I wanted to hear how they’d balanced everything. The highs, the lows, her vocals… I was paying close attention to every detail. I played it through a couple of times, each time focusing on different aspects of the sound.
I started making notes as I listened. Stuff like, “Vocals a little hot on track 3” or “Bass could be punchier on track 7”. Just my initial impressions. I really wanted to break down the different tracks and get a feel for the overall sonic landscape.
After the initial listen, I decided to experiment with my equalizer settings. Just tweaking a little here and there to see if I could bring out certain frequencies or tame others. It’s all about finding that sweet spot.
I even tried recording some snippets of the record using my audio interface. Just a few seconds here and there so I could analyze them later using some audio editing software. Helped me visualize the waveforms and identify any potential issues or interesting sonic characteristics.
Honestly, it was a really fun session. Gabriella Fernandes is a serious talent, and this record is a great showcase of her abilities. Definitely worth a listen if you’re into soulful vocals and well-crafted production.
My Key Takeaways:
- The importance of cleaning your records!
- Paying close attention to the mastering and overall sonic balance.
- Experimenting with EQ settings to find the perfect sound.
- Taking notes and analyzing the record using audio editing software.
Overall, a super enjoyable experience. I learned a lot and got to appreciate Gabriella Fernandes’ music even more. Highly recommend giving this record a spin!
