INDIE DREAM POP GUITAR sound (Ableton)

[@deejaysoulution]

Amazing!!!

[@good4sound]

I get so much out of your videos. Your tones sound amazing. Thank you.

[@bananalabs]

Thank you so much! I appreciate that. It makes me happy that other musicians can get something from my videos!

[@nisargrajguru4125]

this was such a big help, love you ❤❤👏👏

[@bananalabs]

Glad to be of service, my friend!

[@retrohmusic]

Great video bro! 🙏🏽

[@TommieKelly]

Great video! Thanks!

[@bananalabs]

Thank you for watching!

[@alexanderlam95]

Gosh this is such a brilliant video with so much detail thank you sir! You can definitely find anything on the internet!

[@erictungoe7834]

Thanks for the video brother!!

[@bananalabs]

Thanks for taking the time to check it out, Brotha!

[@Sumarbrander]

Very helpful, thanks!

[@bananalabs]

Thanks for watching!

[@atarijam]

Subscribed!

[@bananalabs]

Thanks for subscribing!

[@isabellewouda4267]

The audio effects that you use, are they in the default Ableton library already or are you using plug-ins? I am just starting out with producing and figuring out the DAW, but I can't seem to find the compressor anywhere for example haha. Love your video's btw, super helpful thank you! :)

[@bananalabs]

Hey, Isabelle! Thank you so much for watching! So I think it depends which Ableton version you have maybe? I have Ableton Standard. I believe the free version/intro version don’t have as many effects included. The effects should be in the drop down menu called Audio Effects to the left of the screen. Hope that helps!

[@isabellewouda4267]

@@bananalabs I have the Ableton Live Suite 11

[@isabellewouda4267]

I found the effects! :) Turns out they were located somewhere else than in my actual audio effects library haha

[@schmiertoast7184]

nice video man, helped me alot

[@bananalabs]

Glad to be of service! Thank you for watching. :)

[@wotererio]

nice

[@bananalabs]

Thanks!

[@itsthet]

What? You didn't say we had to be good at guitar to make this music

[@bananalabs]

By the way, you have to be a professional guitarist to do this. JK haha Nothing professional goes on here on this channel! Just have fun with it!

[@twinthemachine]

Niceone. Would you consider doing a video on eq? Perhaps an Ableton vocal and much like you've done guitars here with a bit more detail? I just get lost in my own mixing and I see what you are doing but often don't know exactly why. thanks for your service! fav channel.

[@bananalabs]

Just published a video along those lines. Thank you!!

[@twinthemachine]

@@bananalabs yes!!

[@Johnhasa1]

Does the tone already set on ur guitar knobs do anything?

[@bananalabs]

I usually have all tue knobs at 10. But adjusting them can be a factor on the sound you are trying to get. If you’re looking for a warmer sound, you and have them at around 7/8 depending how sensitive your knobs are. You can always adjust the tone in post production via Ableton which is something I do a lot of the times. Unless I’m playing live, then I’ll adjust my tone knobs accordingly. Thanks for the question, Joel!

[@Johnhasa1]

@@bananalabs thnx so much!

[@Johnhasa1]

@@bananalabs oh yes, also, is it neck, middle or bridge that's used most of the time for DI?

[@bananalabs]

For that, it all comes down to preference. If you want a more warmer woody sound i would use the neck pick up. Any pickup going towards the bridge and it’ll sound more twangy and thin. Hope that helps!

[@Johnhasa1]

@@bananalabs ur a legend. Thnx!

[@jamesmoorhead9853]

How did you get such a clean initial recording before fx?

[@bananalabs]

Thanks! I thought it could’ve been cleaner. To be honest, I didn’t do anything special. I used a Shure SM57 mic into a Focus Rite Scarlett 2i2 interface. The amp I use is a Fender Hot Rod deluxe.☺️

[@jamesmoorhead9853]

@@bananalabs Ohh I see so instead of DI you record using a mic? I've been using the 2i2 for 2 years now and it always has a really muddy sound on every guitar recording. I suppose I have to invest in a mic! I thought it may be a cable issue or interface issue.

[@bananalabs]

@@jamesmoorhead9853 Yes! However, I do sometimes use DI. There are several things that factor in on avoiding a muddy sound. There's only so much you can do. But there are things you can do to get it as clean as possible if you do DI. Make sure your gain isnt so high and your audio wave is healthy but not too fat. (avoid clipping). Throw a compressor, maybe some reverb to smoothen it out. Some saturation to warm it up. Maybe I can do a video explaining it better!

[@Johnhasa1]

@@bananalabs yes please! I was utterly gutted at how clean ur initial guitar tone sounded compared to mine which was DI.

[@zackeverson3666]

@@jamesmoorhead9853 I know this is an old comment but using a DI box into your interface will also get you a nice clean sound pre fx

[@jasonk125]

I see you use Compression->EQ->Saturation again and again. I was thinking that Ableton must let you save that group as a preset? No? (I use Reaper, and it has that, so Ableton must also, I'm guessing.

[@bananalabs]

Good eye! Yes, they do let you save your own presets as racks and I do have some. I just usually like to drag and drop for a fresh start. But, since I’m using the same kick/drums & bass, it wouldn’t hurt to use my saved racks. It could save me a few seconds. Thanks for reminding me, Jason! Also, that wouldn’t be a bad idea for a video! 🤔

[@jasonk125]

@@bananalabs Yes, that would be a great video. I now have a brand new Dream Pop Guitar track preset based on this video (thank you for that). One click and I'm ready to record dream pop style.

[@realribar4999]

What guitar do you use man? Really good sound

[@bananalabs]

Fender Stratocaster. Thank you!

[@2424-f1c]

hey, are you always using the default effects from ableton ?

[@bananalabs]

Yes! 99% of the time I just use ableton. I feel there’s a lot more control doing effects in post production.

[@wardpicklesimer9387]

Wow. I'm blown away by the sound quality you're getting here. I've been using Pro Tools for years and often use a mix of pedal sounds and various plug ins that I have purchased. Are you using stock plug ins that come with Ableton? I have been considering changing my DAW and I'm sort of leaning towards Ableton these days.

[@bananalabs]

Thank you! Yes, utilizing whatever effects Ableton has. Compression, saturation, EQ and some reverb/ping pong delay. No 3rd party plug-ins here! Ableton is great! It’s all I use.

[@wardpicklesimer9387]

Awesome. Does Ableton come stock with drum sounds as well?

[@bananalabs]

Yes! Different drum sounds, kits, and percussion. But it also depends which one you get. There’s Intro, Standard and Suite. From less plug-ins and effects to everything Ableton has to offer.

[@bananalabs]

I’m using Ableton Standard which is enough for what I’m doing right now.

[@gonzalopereira8543]

its lazy to duplicate and phase the guitars, just do another take, phased guitars not cool