Recording Shoegaze at Home | Part #1

[@justcrazyrandomstuff9935]

The singing goes hard

[@berlinshoegazer]

Yep. Haven't practiced for a year.

[@id.unknown1283]

I haven't played or recorded anything for around 20 years but I'm getting back into making music again. I only recorded on tape the most I ever had was a 12 track recorder but I found I got some of the best results using loops and 3 stereo system tape decks the time syncing was a nightmare but when it worked it was the warmest fuzzy lofi magic. If you can sort out the set up I would highly recommend it.

[@berlinshoegazer]

I just released my album GIANT YELLOW EYES 🎉 Also Loop is part of the album, so feel free to check it out: Listen to "Loop" on Spotify: tinyurl.com/loopunkenny Download 'Loop' on Bandcamp: unkennyvalleys.bandcamp.com/track/loop Here is the full song on KZbin: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5C2iqGtq6p4jtU

[@manualofalternativemusic]

Since your first home production vlog, I’ve been waiting for these to come back (: you’ve taught me a lot bro. Great video!

[@berlinshoegazer]

This is so good to hear. Always struggled to show too much about my own stuff. But then I thought: I've learned most of the things I do from other artists and their music process.

[@manualofalternativemusic]

I see, it’s tough to me as well to show my own music writing processes and stuff as well, it’s not easy.. But thanks for doing so! It’ll help a lot, and I can say for myself - I was into recording alternative rock music and not exactly shoegaze (I’ve always listened to it, but didn’t know much about recording) and your vlogs taught me a lot of different approaches and ideas. Thanks!

[@Alejandro-qg4hd]

Hi Kenneth. I follow you for several years, I really enjoy of your videos. Thanks for the cool tips, you inspire me a lot and your projects are otherworldly. You have a beauty voice, the video of recording a song in 12 H. The song of that video you never uploaded it : c . And a part of all of this, I wonder if you could make a video of the multi effects pedal Zoom G2NU. Greetings From Costa Rica.

[@berlinshoegazer]

I just released my album GIANT YELLOW EYES 🎉 Also Loop is part of the album, so feel free to check it out: Listen to "Loop" on Spotify: tinyurl.com/loopunkenny Download 'Loop' on Bandcamp: unkennyvalleys.bandcamp.com/track/loop Here is the full song on KZbin: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5C2iqGtq6p4jtU

[@mishrimpice4570]

i compose and sing music, and do a lot of writeups in diff genres but i luv shoegazeee. i just recently found out this kind of music, and i instantly fell in love with it. thank you for all the information!

[@berlinshoegazer]

Aww. I'm so happ to read this. Thank you for letting me now. There is a lot to discover. What bands or artists do you like listening to in this genre?

[@DatSwiFTYAsian]

14:36 !!!! Please finish this song omg!!! Please make a full song of this bit of you haven't already! It's beautiful😍😊

[@berlinshoegazer]

Coming soon. :)

[@DatSwiFTYAsian]

@@berlinshoegazer I shall be waiting! Thank you! And keep up this work man. Your Unkenny Valleys music is incredible as well btw!❤❤❤

[@GrungeIsN0tDead]

this is a great watch

[@berlinshoegazer]

Thank you so much. Always happy if my little video creations transport excitement and interest.

[@timr3691]

Sehr interessant und informativ! Ich feier dass endlich mal jemand aus Deutschland solche Videos macht. Mach weiter so!

[@berlinshoegazer]

Danke Tim. Aus irgendeinem mir unerklärlichen Grund gab es vor meinem Inhalt hier auf KZbin kaum bis gar keinen, der darüber gesprochen hat. Aber ich freue mich riesig, dass es jetzt so viele Leute gibt, die ihr Wissen teilen. Danke für deinen netten Kommentar.

[@deviationblue]

Really cool seeing your process :) thank you for sharing. Can't wait for part 2!

[@berlinshoegazer]

Thank you. I'm excited too. Haha

[@allenschmitz9644]

I remember bragging about having 3 pedals back in 08' to Nebbie Loon in a Wild Gunmen Collab..

[@jonahlouque9621]

Can’t wait for part 2!

[@berlinshoegazer]

Me too. I want to know if my plan works with the cassette retro feeling.

[@georgehill6098]

Dude I've been wanting to make an Ultraman themed pedal for years, that's cool as hell!

[@yoznfroogurt]

I love this, dude. Please keep it up! I love where you go into how your production is like at home and the process. It actually helps a lot.; especially for someone like me who is into wanting to record stuff.

[@berlinshoegazer]

Thank man! Such a nice content. I do this for people like you and me, who are always wondering how specific recording techniques in strange genres work. In Part #2 I hope to create an authentic lofi shoegate sound.

[@yoznfroogurt]

@@berlinshoegazer Awesome! Really looking forward to that

[@NewGoldStandard]

This is a very helpful video. Thanks!

[@ziggiellou2486]

Finally somebody who actually tried using DR neon strings and doesn't say shit like they're really terrible. I had them a few times in different colours, they definitely don't have the greatest sound ever, but that's not the point. And for such fun they give, the sound is just right.

[@emilioarmandohernandezgarc2945]

Amazing vid you have such a good production, keep it up!

[@berlinshoegazer]

Thank you, Emilio. 🙏

[@BeesWaxMinder]

I like the ‘cabling music’ too!

[@berlinshoegazer]

I will make a full track out of it so you can stream and download it.

[@BeesWaxMinder]

@@berlinshoegazer c o o l -THANKS!

[@DatSwiFTYAsian]

​@@berlinshoegazer yes please! I adored that little interlude!

[@DatSwiFTYAsian]

@@berlinshoegazer I will look forward to it!

[@jeffmorgan2824]

OMG! I just watched Terminator 1 last night a copy of a Vhs! Just for that same feeling you mention! and of course to get some inspiration from the cool synth soundtrack... But seriously I always been in love with that tape sound, and I fell in love with your pink pedals! The blue strings are looking nice as well! I enjoyed how your song is going, The bass amp pedal blew me away and this video was so exciting for me cuz I like to record the bass line on tape too! But I do it with my keyboard instead Really what a great video Kenneth! Please Don't know much about ableton or interfaces... How in the world do you transfer your cassette recordings into your laptop? I'll be so grateful if you can clear that one for me. Greetings Can't wait for part 2! PS your doggie is the cutest and fluffiest thing ever!

[@ryanhafiez4321]

love this vlog so much, I just started my home recording too... What Laptop you used in this video?

[@water_sheep30]

Great singing voice!

[@berlinshoegazer]

Thank you so much. Need to practice more though.

[@bradoozy]

@@berlinshoegazer yeah, that’s what got my attention at the very beginning of the video!

[@franks1072]

Yo this sounds awesome especially with the cassette. What cables are you using exactly to get connect the interface to the four tack?

[@allenschmitz9644]

This was like'2011' 101 learning curve of making P.C. music for the sound of the future...lol' this squeek go's where on the 3rd track..or do I delay it.

[@richardespinosamontanez9612]

Thanks man, i love you as fck

[@berlinshoegazer]

Richard.. I love you too. Thanks man!

[@swettyspaghtti]

good vid man

[@berlinshoegazer]

Thank you so much! It's been so tough doin this in 5 days. Haha

[@gloryxkid]

What’s the song playing around 14:35? It’s so good I need to hear more of it

[@berlinshoegazer]

It's a short song demo I made just for the channel .But I think I could make a full song out of it.

[@gloryxkid]

@@berlinshoegazer please, it’s so good lol

[@HoneyDrain]

maybe i missed it but whats the tunning you are using in this song it is so nice

[@berlinshoegazer]

Oh, I have to check again. I just tuned the guitar randomly.

[@SaymonSasha]

man, thank you for astrobrite

[@sardarbelal3114]

could you pls show how to make rock song in ableton?thanks

[@berlinshoegazer]

That is a brilliant idea!

[@sardarbelal3114]

Great i have to subscribe you cheers

[@berlinshoegazer]

Thank you Sardar, and welcome! Nice to have you on board. :)

[@itskidleo]

Bruh what is that Ultra Blast pedal!? Can’t find it anywhere

[@gloryxkid]

It’s a custom build

[@marcusfiero3724]

I have learned most of the basic chords, but I am struggling to find more. Particularly higher on the neck. What are some basic, relatively easy chords which produce a good dream pop sound? I can hear the chords I need in my head, I just don’t know what they are called, and how to play them. Any help from someone with your level of expertise would be greatly appreciated.

[@berlinshoegazer]

I have a series called Easy & Dreamy Guitar Chords where I talk about thise inspirations that I guess you're looking for.

[@marcusfiero3724]

@@berlinshoegazer Thanks. I have watched these videos. Please listen to Dawn by Mellonta Tauta. I suspect you will love it. It’s just PURE Shoegaze. Kind of what I want to eventually get to sound wise. Just need advice on how to accomplish that.

[@usgolf95]

Looking forward to Pt 2 When recording bass and guitar - so you mic up or play directly into the interface?

[@berlinshoegazer]

Lately I only play directly into the interface as the noisy fuzz sound is harsher and gets warm again in a cassette four track recorder. But it always depends on what I want to archieve. I talk about that in Part #2.

[@flammablemilk9392]

I am trying to make music on live11 no plug in’s and no bass but a guitar pitched down. Idk what to do but i seem to not be able to get a good sound, and also everything is di

[@berlinshoegazer]

You could get a mini amp simulation pedal for a better sound. Are you recording acoustic or electric guitar?

[@kurtnoonbain6145]

Hello,i'm a noob for guitar.i almost know nothing about effect stuff and want to make cool shoegaze sound like MBV,Slowdive. do you think it's possible to make sound like that only using one multi effector?or should i purchase more pedals? thank you in advance.

[@berlinshoegazer]

The cool thing about shoegaze is that you can use whatever you like. No matter how cheap or expansive the gear is. I got.amazing results with just one Multistomp and tbh.. I still would prefer a multstomp pedal over seperate pedals as the sound quality is amazing nowadays.

[@conorgray956]

Is that a drum machine built into his jag?????

[@berlinshoegazer]

Kind of. It is a sampler player that I also use for drums.

[@GrungeIsN0tDead]

How did you achieved dynamics for the cymbals?

[@berlinshoegazer]

I play all my drums by hand on soft velocity midi keyboards. First Cymbal note is always louder then the second one.. Thrid is louder then the one before and the one after...

[@GrungeIsN0tDead]

@@berlinshoegazer ohhh does your midi keyboard detects touch dynamics?

[@berlinshoegazer]

@@GrungeIsN0tDeadYes, I think almost every midi-keyboard since the 2010s can. What kind of keyboard do you have?

[@GrungeIsN0tDead]

@@berlinshoegazer Sorry for me having lots of questions mate, I have an M-Audio Axiom 61 Pro.

[@berlinshoegazer]

@@GrungeIsN0tDead I'm here to answer all questions, so you're at the right place. :) On the Axiom website they say it shall have dynamic trigger pads. Have you checked these for drumming?

[@jeandasilva6481]

you are keanu reeves

[@berlinshoegazer]

Man, I wish..

[@carsonyuh]

What tuning is the intro in?

[@grocerynoize1972]

whats your tuning here man? D standard?

[@berlinshoegazer]

DADGAD I suppose. Not quite sure anymore tbh.

[@wreckedsun]

How do you map AD2 to Ableton?

[@berlinshoegazer]

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