Need to Raise the levels from -18db to around -6db before I get it mastered.

2013/08/29 05:39:59

fitzj

I have a stereo track that I recorded from a console which is around -18db. I need to get it up to around -6db before I send it for mastering. I tried a gain envelope and then used a compressor. It seems to make the track a bit harsh.
What is the best way to do this?

2013/08/29 05:40:59

Seth [DAWGURU]

Why not let the mastering engineer do it?

2013/08/29 06:01:21

karhide

Seth [DAWGURU]
Why not let the mastering engineer do it?

I agree.

2013/08/29 06:15:41

mattplaysguitar

Aside from getting the ME to do it, do you not know how to turn up the level of a track?... It's in page 1 of the instruction manual...

2013/08/29 06:42:56

TotteG

You could use the Normalize function.

Select the clip, go to the Process menu / Apply Effect / Normalize / select your desired dB value, (-6 dB)

2013/08/29 07:04:54

Guitarhacker

Use the normalize function BUT..... set the maximum level to less than 100%. Something like 90% to 94% should leave enough headroom.

Or...like was mentioned, if you are having it professionally mastered, they can handle that quite nicely.

2013/08/29 08:11:55

sergiobklyn

Select clip
Select Process from the menu
Apply Effect
Gain...
Boost both channels ~12dB

2013/08/29 09:12:21

lawp

i read the title as "Need to Raise the levels from -18db to around -6db before I get arrested"

carry on, as you were

2013/08/29 09:32:14

Jim Roseberry

If you like the sound of the mix, don't use a compressor to increase gain.
The compressor will alter the signal.

The "Trim" widget is perfect for making a static non-destructive gain change.

2013/08/29 10:37:05

AT

Remix it hotter? Actually, Jim's answer is the easiest if you are happy w/ the mix. But leave room for the ME - raising levels is part of the job description.

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