Vertigo VSC-2, from Vertigo

Learn the Mixing techniques used in our layered acoustic guitar recording of Jazz Guitarist Keith Ganz. Jason discusses how he used compression with the Vertigo VSC-2, EQ with the CharterOak PEQ-1, Reverb with the Bricasti M7, and Delay with the SoundToys EchoBoy digital delay plugin. SoundPure Studios discusses why and how specific techniques were used on the acoustic guitar tracks. If you are interested in learning more about the techniques in this performance call or email us today. We offer training classes if you would like to learn similar and/or more in depth techniques in a hands on environment. Call today 919.682.5552. or 888.528.9703.

Keith Ganz overdubs and layers several acoustic guitar parts, including rhythm, lead, and solo lines with a variety of Collings Acoustic Guitars at SoundPure Studios in Durham, NC. This video features the final performance. Check out our other videos to learn more about how this music video was made. We provide an overview of microphone recording techniques and discuss mic positioning, pickup patterns, as well as pairing microphones and preamps. Our second video features the acoustic guitars used in the performance as we discuss the types of wood used, body shapes and styles, as well as why we chose each guitar for specific parts. The third video details the techniques used to mix all of the tracks. We demonstrate how we used compression, EQ, Reverb and Delay as well as showing the different pieces of gear used. Give us your feedback! Call or email SoundPure with any questions you may have about the gear or techniques used. 919.682.5552. or 888.528.9703.

The GCS1 archtop guitar from Luthier Bill Comins features a Sitka Spruce top, Ebony fingerboard, and a Tangerine burst on the top, which produces rich, warm, jazz tones perfect for serious, gigging, jazz guitarists. The GCS-1 also features coil tapping dual humbuckers and a laminate, semi hollow construction. This combination of features makes the new GCS line from Comins Guitars perfect for guitarists in search of incredible sounding, yet road worthy axes or for the genre-hopping sideman. Thanks to SoundPure's Jared Wofford, Organist Mark Wells, and Drummer Devin Fuller for a killer performance! Call Sound Pure and ask for more information about the GCS 1ES or others in the GCS line. 919.682.5552. or 888.528.9703

The Natura Deluxe Archtop from Luthier Tom Bills has a silky tone, and the Master Grade Aged Sitka top and Master Grade Flamed Big Leaf Maple back and sides makes this Jazz archtop one of the most beautiful instruments SoundPure has come across. Played acoustic or electric, the voice of the Natura Dlx archtop from Tom Bills Guitars is incredibly smooth. Check out all the photos, specs, and more on this one of a kind piece from Tom Bills. Or call the Sound Pure guitar boutique to talk to an expert about this masterpiece. Thanks to SoundPure's Jarred Wofford on guitar, Mark Wells on Organ, and Devin Fuller on drums for an outstanding performance. 919.682.5552. or 888.528.9703.

The Comins GCS1 is a versatile, road-worthy guitar that features a laminated flamed maple top and Sapele back, for balanced and even articulation and tone. This GCS 1 from master luthier Bill Comins boasts a gorgeous Autumn Burst on the top as well as U.S. Bigsby vibrato, Kent Armstrong Humbucking pickups, as well as a coil-tapping feature to convert the pickups to a single coil mode. Thanks to the incredible musicians Mark Wells on Organ, Devin Fuller on Drums, and Jared Wofford on Guitar. Comins GCS-1 Signal Path: Victoria Victoriette Amplifier - Royer 122v and Heil PR-40 microphones - LaChapell 992 EG Preamp - Vertigo VSC-2 Compressor - Lynx Aurora AD ConverterCall SoundPure today for any questions regarding the equipment or techniques used in this video. 919.682.5552. or 888.528.9703.