HOME STUDIO TOUR 2016 // David Maxim Micic

[@drumjedi5301]

Makes amazing music, in a bedroom, isn't a gear snob, and willing to share it all with all of us. Even has the ubiquitous random cable drawer. Haha, awesome. Long time fan, and will continue to be. Keep it up, sir. Looking forward to hearing more!

[@rogelioalonso5618]

Pro trick: watch series on Flixzone. Been using it for watching all kinds of movies recently.

[@rylancarl4770]

@Rogelio Alonso Definitely, I have been using flixzone for since december myself =)

[@SithuAye]

I love how you and I still use our ancient dusty acoustics that we got as first guitars for our records ^____^

[@DavidMaximMicic]

Awww yes!!!

[@SithuAye]

Haha, I just got to the part where you have Set Course for Andromeda in your drawer. Must have been the one I gave to you at Tech-Fest!

[@DavidMaximMicic]

yep!! :D

[@gonzalooliveraalves]

For anyone wondering about David's Ibanez, it's a S 540 FMTTS, probably from around '93. Quite hard to find info on that model.

[@FrozenSparky]

I love the look of the desk wood/finish!

[@Opaqu.e]

I love how you began by showing us all the professional tools you use to record and ended by showing us where you keep your trousers :)

[@mykmalone7386]

Thanks so much for sharing your gear with us David.

[@danielseale9636]

you're an inspiration man. the emotion in your music is like no other

[@Pedroguitarbr]

David, as always I love your video editing and the way you use your own music to it. Btw, I don't know if this idea is enough to make one video, but can you talk about your Berklee experience? Did you stay there for some years, or just went to a summer course? How did it affect your composition process? Man, thanks for doing this stuff, I'm always willing to support your job!

[@jimmycan3696]

please David

[@sobasage1958]

I always thought David was completely self-taught, so I'd really like to know about this as well!

[@Scias]

My brother has an old Fender Newporter dreadnaught acoustic, it was actually given to him by a friend lol and it's probably worth loads. God damn awesome vintage guitar and actually easy to play

[@karlrichard384]

I would love to see some music videos to some of your songs. Seems like you could so some wee wonders there, buddy 👍

[@patrickvanvlooten]

Your desk and acoustic panels look so nice!

[@eddynoir676]

Very intimate and personal! Thanks for sharing David! g

[@isaacferguson8241]

I swear David is like the nicest guy ever

[@EhsanImani]

Can you give us more hints about those good looking acoustic treatments? possibly more details on how to make them, their size, and where you put them on the walls. Thanks

[@xtnpxjakeo]

Such a happy accident on the paint job on that wood guerilla. I love it!

[@ukcats82]

I love how you synched the background song with the blinking bpm light on the Axe-Fx, nice touch. Love your videos and music, ty man!

[@damianhamowski2495]

Yess, new video! I'm Daydreaming now

[@GalaxyBard]

This is Awesome!!! Thanks for posting this! Love your music!

[@smarthalayla6061]

Cool video. How about an in depth tutorial about how you get your guitar sound and how you get rid of the background noise that distortion make?

[@ashispaul0013]

Sure he is going to be a great musician

[@chanceboney9785]

Bro, seriously you shoot some phenomenal footage. It's absolutely gorgeous, and honestly I enjoy watching your videos not only for the content, but for the awesome editing and look you give them. Killer work man

[@SobryEddy]

very humble person. love your production skills

[@iamrichlol]

Thank you for sharing this with us David :)

[@xboxnissan]

I hope to see the light of day of the boxset! :)

[@sanfords]

Hey, THANKS for showing us this! The curious are very satisfied! Except... the SOFTWARE! We want to know ALL about that SOFTWARE! ... and then your techniques for recording that amazing guitar music you do!

[@eatmarth]

I didn't realize this video would include the guitars you use, but it was a good watch

[@oddur-y1i]

Hey David! Love your music! What do you use for drums? Love the drum sound on ECO.

[@McBibz]

"I don't know much about the technical stuff" David Maxim Micic - 2016 Love it. :-D

[@stevensaravia2745]

I've been a big fan of your music since bilo 2.0 i loved that album, the sound was amazing and it's even more amazing looking at your simple setup and you make your music sound so incredible, i could just say YOU ARE A MASTER !!!!!!

[@tomcroxatto]

Thanks for sharing this awesome information with us, man! Incredible how much you've done with so little equipment. I also would like to know how did you record all the orchestra parts in bilo 3.0 album?, wich sounds amazing, my favorite album Cheers from Chile!

[@BrianKrahe]

Awesome video David! And could you please show us your dual neck wood guerilla guitar in the future?

[@AmrddH]

this is awesome dude! getting inspired to hopefully one day get my own home workstation/studio going!

[@floseparator]

Could you tell us the exact model of the xiaomi in ears? My old pair of in ears died on me today and I am interested in trying them out! Loved the studio tour!

[@adeersheart]

This is awesome! Thanks for sharing man!

[@realmusic7014]

Hey David! I started following your work when I first heard about Bilo 3.0 and I am very happy an artist of your caliber is an influence to my art, so thank you. I wanted to ask you if any of the guitars that you use or have recorded with were ever baritone guitars and if so what ambience did that give to the recordings? From an artist to another thank you for sharing your passions.

[@evanparrish6953]

What program you running? Awesome tour and great music! When's the next album?

[@cabijista1]

What are you using for bass traps? It seems like you have these long circular bags in the corners, are they your traps? If so why the shape, and what are they filled with?

[@alvise1976]

Hi David, thank you for the video. Can I ask you where did you get your studio table?

[@integralbird]

awesome video, dude. keep them coming!

[@reinodesilia]

hi david, do you get the amp and cabin option from ax fx in the records or do you have the amp and cabin you use?

[@aaronadulana]

Hey David, would you mind make a video that talks about your Berklee experiences? That will be super amazing! XD

[@JunMitsuiMusic]

would u give tips on mixing and mastering?

[@SirBios]

Hey David, would like to know what kind of program you use to edit your videos, and how you add the text in the middle of it :)

[@lukeluhrs9333]

David,what's your camera for these nice video?I wanna make video but dont know if iphone or gopro can work for that.

[@SusVasquez]

Hey Dave! Awesome video! What will u do in order to make your macbook your main workstation? I talk about Ram memory and that stuff, I ask because I'm in that process right now and It would be really helpfull! Cheers from Colombia

[@seanddundas]

Hey David! I would imagine since having Axe FX that is probably your now your main go to. I can't honestly justify buying that at the moment but I do remember you having a history with Bias which is a lot more affordable at the moment. My question to you is do you think Bias is a comparable option for now?

[@richardarias1888]

You should do a segment on listening to some bedroom musicians' music. :D

[@j.arturoguzman]

David, I love your music, one question... where do you record the drum stuff? Greetings from Tamaulipas México.

[@francescodomenichetti3787]

That guerilla guitar is a true beauty

[@jagdkotze]

wasn't there a new DP album planned for summer 2016? I've seen 3 new songs on YT but I'm not into facebook updates and stuff. I see no new stuff on DP channel :/

[@alekseyzakharov2186]

very nise, your bass is recording or vst?

[@FlickerRate]

great videos dude! nice high quality material, also great music 👌👍

[@iBeBlastinMetal]

not sure if this is the best place to reach you for DP questions but... Would you know of a way for me (in the US) to buy a DP tshirt or a way to get my hands on a physical copy of Lun? I bought it on iTunes way back when and now that I'm a huge fan I need the real thing! PS love the side project, Nostalgia is my fav

[@Weston_Guidero]

So... That snare drum..? Was that on any releases? :) I know you mostly use midi durms and make them sound amazing.

[@metalheadd31]

great video as always ! But how do you record the bass guitar?

[@mattymanutd1]

Chairline Pretty sure he programs bass guitars, not sure what software he uses for it though.

[@Aceshigh6505]

He uses Scarbee Pre-Bass for all his bass guitar. I have no idea how he gets it to sound so good, it's not nearly that good out of the box.

[@Aceshigh6505]

Just read all the way back on the comments, it looks like he uses the Fab Filter Saturn distortion plugin to get the bass so meaty sounding

[@repopaolo]

Hello. Camera panasonic lumix? Model? Thanks

[@alexanderyoung8961]

Do you have any merchandise like tee shirts for sale?

[@lwandileprusent2713]

YAY!! been waiting for this video for so long!

[@MichaelHermes]

Hey David! Been waiting for a vid like this for a while. Do you happen to know what year your macbook pro is? I'm looking to get one but I'm not sure which one can handle Cubase projects.

[@MRICARD0M]

I enjoyed a lot your video, a lot of points to consider for when i will want record some songs that i am composing, and feel comfortable doing it. Keep the good work :)

[@DustyTater69]

Hey David, have you ever used Logic? Im new to doing everything myself and and stuck between using Logic or Cubase. I'm a fan of how simple it is to use Logic and the thing about Cubase is well, damn near everyone I listen to uses it. Do you see an advantage over the program or are they basically the same???

[@DavidMaximMicic]

Only thing I would change about Cubase is the USB dongle thing... I can't stand it, it's useless and just the thought of loosing it on the road makes me wanna switch from time to time. It's pretty backward thinking imo. Other than that, Cubase is superior in many aspects compared to Logic. But yet again, it's best to make a list of things you really need and don't need and make your own decision :)

[@DustyTater69]

+David Maxim Micic Thanks for the insight! :) I'm unfamiliar with the Dongle issue but yeah, loosing your work is definitely a big scare. I do have some time to brainstorm the list of needs for the home studio. Im basically interested in having a very similar set up to yours. iMac, midi keys, monitors, simple interface, and Im also a guitar player sooo guitars haha. You, Potato, Plini, and a few others have been my main motivation and inspiration this past year :) Plini's work inspired me to get my very own Strandberg*. Crazy enough, the day it showed up (over 6 months ago), I worked all day and it was stolen! That hurt. but just this past month it was located and is being returned to me. THE GUITAR GODS HAVE SPOKEN!! But yeah, binge listening to the Bilo EPs have been euphoric for me. Struggles and life stuff turned me away from being a musician for a period of time but I just want to say Im super glad I stumbled upon your music and circle of friend's music. Its helped me get back into it!. Thanks for all the music you provide to the world! :)

[@CosmicRecordings]

Where did you get your desk?

[@JoaoFerreira-fx3xp]

You said you were working on something besides Bilo 4 and Destiny Potato? Did I understood correctly? And if so, can you tell us what is?

[@WinterhouseRecords]

I think he was actually referring to BILO 4

[@dncviorel]

Do you mix and master your productions?

[@gibbygibbertson]

Hey David, Was curious what songs you're using in the background of this video? I know their your I just cant find the one that starts with the acoustic anywhere :S Keep Crushing it! Cameron

[@DavidMaximMicic]

It's "500 seconds before sunset" from Eco 🙌

[@gibbygibbertson]

@@DavidMaximMicic Thanks so much for replying :) HUGE fan! keep doing what your doing!

[@RazvanStefan]

Hey David, what gauge do you recommend for this tuning?

[@szgabor91]

Nice video man! Can I ask, that what synth do you use? Keep that great work on, greetings from Hungary! :)

[@FrozenSparky]

Who plays bass in your albums and what do you use for the tone btw? Its beautiful

[@mattymanutd1]

FrozenSparky he programs Bass guitars himself

[@FrozenSparky]

Damn, that sounds too good/natural to be programmed

[@Aceshigh6505]

Scarbee Pre-Bass. I have no idea how he gets it to sound so good because it's pretty weak just out of the box.

[@MoNsTa4DuB]

I love your music bro!! definetely needs more attention cause people r missing out hHa

[@chacehood]

What kind of ear buds did you say those are?

[@basuitermark]

David, what are those earbuds you talk about in the video. I'm looking for some good on the way in ear earbuds, any recommendations? Stay awesome!

[@DavidMaximMicic]

Xiaomi Dual Driver. :)

[@basuitermark]

Thanks David!

[@DampaMaster0917]

Hey, David~! =) Huge fan hehe what are the plugins (AUs and VSTs) you use for your keyboard/synth effects?

[@DavidMaximMicic]

Whatever it is that comes with Cubase... and Massive :) For other more 'natural' instruments I'm using various Kontakt libraries and EZKeys here and there :)

[@DampaMaster0917]

David Maxim Micic Thanks for replying, man :) haha means a lot (fan boy moment)

[@felixin123]

Q: who plays the bass for your music? and what type of bass do you use because the tone is super SUPER awesome. Btw since i started using the lut pluggins you recommended and a bit of color correction my school projects always get 100/100 :D thanks Dave

[@DavidMaximMicic]

I play it on my keyboard as I don't own any bass guitars. I'm using FabFilter Saturn for the bass tone :) Glad to hear that man!! It's a pretty neat trick! :D

[@felixin123]

wasn´t expecting to be programed bass hahaha but man, it sounds killer. all the thumbs up :D

[@EmilioSfeir]

Hey David, it's just a single bass track and Fab Filter, or you go with the complicated route of using multiple copies of the bass track for different frecuencies?

[@DavidMaximMicic]

With FabFilter Saturn you don't really need to do multiple track thingy :)

[@NickAcker]

Awesome video! Great film work and editing too. Just wondering, what audio editing software do you use on your mac?

[@DavidMaximMicic]

Cubase 8 :)

[@NickAcker]

David Maxim Micic Ah okay. Would you recommend that for someone who doesnt play guitar? I've been using studio one to record drums and keys but now I have a band that I could record and I've heard great thinga abouy cubase. sorry for the long comment

[@DavidMaximMicic]

Studio One is an awesome program. If you're already familiar with it I'd say stick to it :) Cubase is awesome and it has a pretty long tradition. Studio One is great tho, I almost switched few years ago, but stayed with Cubase for both sentimental and practical reasons :)

[@NickAcker]

David Maxim Micic Alright, thanks for the help. I'll stick with studio one then. Always looking for ways to improve. :)

[@damianhamowski2495]

Hey David, I wanted to ask you what horn plugin you used for some of your songs? The sound and the way you use it is georgeous. Cheers from Poland!

[@DavidMaximMicic]

I think what you hear is Chris Hein Horns :) But I usually mix them with live players as they feel more live that way.

[@damianhamowski2495]

David Maxim Micic Aach I knew they sounded much to lively and natural to be fully made in program :') Anyway thanks David! Now I'm gonna go find some good horn players :D

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

yes, that ibanez is sweet, indeed.

[@Vendettaiswhoiam]

your music would be perfect for films

[@stefankocic4643]

Kako ti se zove pesma sto ide u pozadini? :D Mnogo zarazna pesma :D

[@DavidMaximMicic]

Jedna je "Nostalgia" druga je "500 Seconds Before Sunset" a na trenutak se pojavi i "Daydreamers" :)

[@ReconvalescentOfficial]

Zasto stalno gledam ove studio tour-ove? Uvek postanem jebeno ljubomoran hahaha .Jednoga dana se nadam da cu i ja imati ovakvu opremu. Dobar video! Ostani fabulozan

[@SunstrokeMusic]

What do you think about Chapman Guitars?

[@DavidMaximMicic]

Never tried them. Mr Chapman seems like a guy who knows his sh*t tho! :)

[@SunstrokeMusic]

Thank you so much for your reply David.. I am a big fan of you and im working a cover of your song right now.. I will be very happy if you can listen to it when its finished. I just wanted to let you know:) Good luck on your new album!

[@PherotoneStudios]

I'd buy one. I spend my childhood in Andertons which is associated with those guitars. I can't go in there now because even if I go in to buy a new pick, I come out with a new instrument - too dangerous

[@oziwinz]

i liked your table its good

[@Obradoom]

I want that Japanese edition of "LUN" :O

[@renemontt]

Fender Stratocaster Made in México... ¡Viva México cabrones!

[@francisgarde]

any bass guitars?

[@rooka94]

Hey man who and where do you record drums?

[@DavidMaximMicic]

It's SD2.0 :)

[@alejandrovaldenegro5879]

finally this video for the nerd guys haha, although Im impressed as how you dont care too much about your guitars specs (as Its very common for guitar players to nerd the hell out in that matter) Little question, have you used the $15 microphone to something besides the Stock Challenge? Hope you are doing well

[@VukMirasevic]

Do jaja brt, samo ovako nastavi! ;)

[@peanutbutteronmyguitar7005]

what about bass?

[@arthurmartins3655]

Where are you from?

[@WillJupiter]

I'm not flirting or anything, but you sir have beautiful eyes.

[@sammc7068]

Bro where did u buy ur desk?

[@DavidMaximMicic]

I made it with a friend :) and I just gave it aways yesterday to get something smaller 🙃

[@sammc7068]

David Maxim Micic thanks for the reply man much appreciated 🙏

[@christianarcano9212]

cool

[@KushalaKris]

2017 update!?

[@ukcats82]

Or 2018 update?

[@sol_music]

Or 2019 update?

[@rbdrbd]

So, why not a real bass guitar? You find a virtual instrument good enough or actually better than the real thing?

[@DavidMaximMicic]

I'm originally a piano/keyboard player and I feel much more comfortable playing keyboard than bass guitar. That's the simple answer. Altho, I'd love to get me an awesome bass guitar one day and record bass on it for a change... but for now, playing bass on a keyboard is fun :) and it sounds great!!

[@cedrictheriault4802]

dude u got beautiful eyes im not joking

[@charles03292]

14:48 A&B

[@xyglrox5869]

All the useful knobs that I never use. - David Maxim Micic

[@echoexpedition]

mad 😉

[@notsoflexibleflyer]

God bless you my good friend! You're my young mentor! You're probably 1/2 my age, and so inspirational! Thank you for all of your gifts to us. If you're ever in Maine, please look me up. You're welcome to my home anytime. My wife is also a Berklee grad from years ago. I was a lowly grad from UCD.

[@siebesol]