Tape Loop Ambient Jam | Part 2 | Behind The Scenes

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See Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/lyO-vrPzXYw

This is Part 2 of the ambient tape loop video, giving a bit of an insight into how I go about recording tape loops for such performances.

The first video made use of some pre-prepared tape loops, made by recording synth parts generated from my iPad. In this example, however, I decided to take more of a field recordist-type approach and record a very resonant metal bowl.

Recording one loop at a slower tape speed allows it to be pitched up an octave when played at 'normal' tape speed. Conversely, recording at the higher 'normal' tape speed, allows the loop to be pitched down an octave when played back at the slower speed. To complete the three loop set-up, one is recorded and played back at normal speed, so remains at true pitch. This way we get a three octave spread for a greater diversity of sounds and textures.

These loops are then run through various FX pedals (delay and drive/fuzz) and into a mixer, before the output is sent to the audio interface to be recorded into the DAW.

Unlike the previous jam in Part 1, where I used no additional processing (other than to control levels), I felt this performance needed a little additional help. So, once I got the recording in Logic Pro, I made use of some further processing, adding Supermassive (reverb) and Halftime (h a l f t i m e ?!?!). This ambient performance is less musical than the first video (in my opinion), and we ended up with more of a textural noise soundscape. Still cool though.

I used the the following gear, if you're interested in this kind of nerdy detail: Marantz PMD222 Sony TCM939 (x2) Ashton 8 Channel Mixer Roberts Vintage Delay E20DL Collateral Damage Fuzz Pedal - https://youtu.be/uomnIv4IlZw M Audio Air 192|6 audio interface 2005 iMac with 4 GB RAM running OS X 10.9.5 Logic Pro X 10.2.0 Valhalla Supermassive Cableguys Halftime XFER OTT

Hope you enjoyed that one and maybe got a little insight into the recording process for tape loops.

Much love xxx ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WrYJRw2wKPo