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The art of double-tracking: Butch Vig on recording Nirvana’s ‘In Bloom’

Double-tracking is one of my favourite recording techniques, and is exactly as simple as it sounds: just record something twice.

Small differences in the performances add subtle warmth & depth, adding fullness and richness without sounding processed.

Traditionally used to great effect on vocals and guitars – try experimenting with extreme panning for different effects.

(From the Production Advice Tumblr blog)


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  1. old trick that has become very intuitive with todays spin on music creation. wow, that took me back. lol

  2. Richaod says:

    It sounds fantastic on In Bloom – I just hate the Elliott Smith-style usage in a more intimate setting…

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