by Brian Leary » 13 Nov 2009, 21:16
Yes Geoff, You have to be very subtle with the controls. I record a 'blank' file (5 or 10secs) and run the click and pops etc and store it as a loopining track bringing the level up and down as and when etc. I save this for inserts into other tracks.
I do find that 'false live' takes can make a soundfile more atmospheric. Sample some crowd cheers or intros and echo pops as guitars are knocked or plugged in--even feedback prior to the into all contribute to 'live' concert. The drummer testing his gear for a few taps.
Just put those effects onto a seperate track and allow a crescendo of audience cheers as the 1st bar or so is played--emulate a live stadium gig and blend the two together seamlessly.
I also find it save on CPU with so many VST's running.