Delay Explained®
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10:01 The History of Delay
In this video, take a trip back to the origins of 'delay' as an effect and the technologies that led us to where we are today.
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10:17 Automatic Double Tracking (ADT Delay)
Automatic Double Tracking or ADT delay was created to offer an easier solution for artists rather than actually doubling their parts. The effect is a bit different but you will explore how to create this effect in DAW.
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10:42 Chorus Delay
In this tutorial Kenny adds some modulation to delay which starts to create lush sounding effects like chorus which do wonders for instruments like clean guitars and even vocals.
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7:06 Flange Delay
Continuing with modulation, explore the special effect that is known as Flange. While it’s very common effect, creating it faithfully in a DAW can be a bit tricky. Let Kenny show you how.
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8:26 Rhythmic Delays
Over the years, artists have explored delays as their own instrument in creating rhythmic patterns that alter the performance drastically and take on a life of their own. You will see some key examples of this technique in this video.
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6:07 Slapback Echo
Slapback Echo became one of the most common effects after the introduction of magnetic tape recording. It was popularized by rockabilly artists and used extensively by artists at Sun Studios. We describe this unique technique and show how to mimic it in the DAW.
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8:32 Musically Timed Delay
In this video, Kenny explores using timed delays which match song tempos. You will also learn about Ping Pong Delay and how to Automate your delay sends to create customized options.
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9:44 Dynamic Delays
Watch as Kenny creates an automatic way of using delay in just those moments where the signal is not present. Therefore, making room for the delays automatically in just the spaces.
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12:27 Filtered & Distorted Delays
By adding other plugins and FX, you can create an infinite amount of options in changing and sculpting the sound of our delays and how they react to EQ, Compression and Distortion/Saturation. Kenny also covers Panning FX.
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10:56 Third Party Delay Plug-Ins
In this video Kenny runs through some of the better third party delay FX that are on the market and how they can add to your delay repertoire.
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6:19 Putting it all Together
In this tutorial Kenny returns to many of the earlier FX and show how well they can all work together to create a custom finished sound.
Product Overview
The Delay effect is one of the oldest effects to be used on recordings, and there are many different types and ways to apply it. Multi-Platinum mixer / producer extraordinaire Kenny Gioia returns with a "must have" series for anyone recording, mixing, engineering or producing music. See how delay can be used to make tracks bigger, wider and just cooler! Learn the important fundamentals and advanced techniques of delay, and you'll find yourself using delay smarter and more creatively.
Kenny starts off with a tutorial on the history of Delay, so you know exactly what it is and where it originated from. Next, he gets into "Automatic Double Tracking" (ADT), then "Chorus Delay", "Flange Delay" and "Rhythmic Delay" to create delay lines that take on a life of their own. Kenny then studies the famous "Slapback Delay" sound and shows you how to dial it in just right.
Moving on, Kenny reveals ways to setup and automate "Musically Timed Delay", as well as make "Dynamic Delays" that fill only empty spaces! "Filtered and Distorted Delays" are next on the list, and Kenny demonstrates awesome ways to sculpt your delayed sound, as well as pan them interestingly. Wrapping up the series, Kenny goes over a boatload of "3rd Party Delay Plug-ins", discussing their strengths, and then finishes the series with a tutorial on "Putting It All Together" on a track.
If you record, mix, engineer or produce music, Delay is definitely a "go to first" effect. Hang out with Kenny as he shows you the ins and outs of Delay and how to apply it to your tracks. Your music will be worth repeating!
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Reviews
Submitted 2 months ago
Very helpful, informative and clearly explained.
Real life examples are put in practice in the videos. I strongly suggest the delay explained to anyone.
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Submitted 2 months ago
Great explanation of delay
Outstanding video series
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Submitted 6 months ago
Well done!
This video opens the door of a fantastic world.
I am a: Professional, Audio Engineer, Digital Performer, Logic Pro, Pro Tools
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Submitted 7 months ago
very happy
a lot off information i picked up on this tutorial
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Submitted 9 months ago
fundamental explain good.
very good basic delay explanation.
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Submitted 1 year ago
It is helpful.
I like to review the tutorials, watching them more than once, to really learn the material.
I am a: Student, Pro Tools
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Submitted 1 year ago
Insightful
I never realised that there was so much to delay. Kenny explains each type and how to create them in an easy to follow format, in bite sized chunks that any lay person should understand. This is a series that you would keep going back to until having mastered the subject.
I am a: Student, Producer, Audio Engineer, Cakewalk Sonar, Reaper
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Submitted 2 years ago
Learn something everyday
Just made me a better mixer
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Submitted 3 years ago
Great content, lots of examples
I really liked this series. Lots of clear explanations and examples of how numerous effects like chorus, flange, etc. can all be produced using a single simple delay plug-in. The narrator's phrasing is a little grating (5 words, pause, 5 words, pause...) but that's just my humble opinion. The content more than makes up for it. Audios
I am a: Hobbyist
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Submitted 3 years ago
Great tutorial for fundamentals
Great series on the basics of delay and how to incorporate it into your mix. I could follow along great and learned a ton!
I am a: Beginner, Producer
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Reviews
Submitted 2 months ago
Very helpful, informative and clearly explained.
Real life examples are put in practice in the videos. I strongly suggest the delay explained to anyone.
Submitted 2 months ago
Great explanation of delay
Outstanding video series
Submitted 6 months ago
Well done!
This video opens the door of a fantastic world.
I am a: Professional, Audio Engineer, Digital Performer, Logic Pro, Pro Tools
Submitted 7 months ago
very happy
a lot off information i picked up on this tutorial
Submitted 9 months ago
fundamental explain good.
very good basic delay explanation.
Submitted 1 year ago
It is helpful.
I like to review the tutorials, watching them more than once, to really learn the material.
I am a: Student, Pro Tools
Submitted 1 year ago
Insightful
I never realised that there was so much to delay. Kenny explains each type and how to create them in an easy to follow format, in bite sized chunks that any lay person should understand. This is a series that you would keep going back to until having mastered the subject.
I am a: Student, Producer, Audio Engineer, Cakewalk Sonar, Reaper
Submitted 2 years ago
Learn something everyday
Just made me a better mixer
Submitted 3 years ago
Great content, lots of examples
I really liked this series. Lots of clear explanations and examples of how numerous effects like chorus, flange, etc. can all be produced using a single simple delay plug-in. The narrator's phrasing is a little grating (5 words, pause, 5 words, pause...) but that's just my humble opinion. The content more than makes up for it. Audios
I am a: Hobbyist
Submitted 3 years ago
Great tutorial for fundamentals
Great series on the basics of delay and how to incorporate it into your mix. I could follow along great and learned a ton!
I am a: Beginner, Producer
1. When did you start dabbling in music?
I've played an instrument since I was 10. Drums and Trumpet. I'm 40 now. I can play a little bit of any instrument. Master of none. Rock bands most of my life.
2. What training have you had?
I was taught trumpet classically from grade school up until I graduated high school. I went to Five Towns College for engineering and learned that you can't just learn this stuff from school. I did graduate though.
3. When did you get into recording?
I've been recording since I was 15. Two cassette players wired to a Radio Shack mixer. Eventually I got an 8 track reel to reel by Fostex. I've used just about every DAW and I started using them before they even recorded audio. Vision and Performer were just MIDI sequencers at the time. Before they became Studio Vision and Digital Performer. I got studio jobs because I knew computer MIDI and most studios didn't. I eventually moved up to Sound Tools which was two track. Then Pro Tools made a Audio Media III card which let you have 4 inputs. Gradually I moved up from there with Pro Tools D24, Pro Tools Mix to HD.
4. People you have worked with/for?
Marcy Playground
Mandy Moore
LFO
Willa Ford
Lee Ann Womack
Paulina Rubio
Hall & Oates
Bayside
Head Automatica
Cute is What We Aim For
FTSK
and many more...
5. Why are you so good at training people?
Hmmm. My Mom always said "Self Praise Stinks". I think it's because I have no ability to talk like a professional announcer, or plan out my teachings. So I teach as if you were sitting next to me. Pretty much off the cuff. I think that engages people more. We're so used to hearing everything done so properly and planned out with unnecessary explanations and proper wording that the brain will actually ignore most of it. Your brain tunes it out like you're back at your desk at school. But if the teacher grabbed you aside and just explained it to you, I believe you'd get more out of it. That is what I try to do.
Products by Kenny
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tutorial videoCompressors Explained
Kenny Gioia is back, this time giving you the history and application of all the famous Compressors ever made, as well as their modern day plug-in equivalents! Now you’ll know exactly what Compressor to pick for your tracks and how to use them. This series is long overdue!
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tutorial videoDelay Explained
The Delay effect is one of the oldest effects to be used on recordings, and there are many different types and ways to apply it. Multi-Platinum mixer / producer extraordinaire Kenny Gioia returns with a must have series for anyone recording, mixing, engineering or producing music. See how delay can be used to make tracks bigger, wider and just cooler! Learn the important fundamentals and advanced techniques of delay, and you'll find yourself using delay smarter and more creatively.
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tutorial videoEventide UltraChannel Explained
Multi-Platinum Engineer / Mixer Kenny Gioia brings you the definitive series on Eventide's amazing UltraChannel Strip plug-in. Follow along with Kenny as he breaks down all the Features and Functions while showing you What the Plug-In Can Do on Different Sources. He also reveals all the Effects, so you'll know just what to do with them on Your Songs and Productions.
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tutorial videoFirst Song with REAPER
Platinum producer / engineer Kenny Gioia takes you step by step on how to make your first song in Cockos REAPER. From nothing to something awesome, Kenny gets you going with REAPER easily and quickly. You also get the Reaper session and audio files that Kenny uses, so you can follow along.
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tutorial videoMixing 101 - Mix Session from Hell
Platinum producer / engineer Kenny Gioia now reveals a day in the life of a mix engineer, mixing a song from beginning to end, and how to handle all the common problems you'll encounter on your way to that perfect mix. You even get the session files so you can mix along in your DAW and see and hear the results in real-time!
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