User Details - Old Hack


Name:
  Hugh P
Details:
  One time record producer, now artist manager
Location:
  London
HiFi:
  Too much to list
Email:
 
Web:
  http://www.myspace.com/kanakoandthenumbskulls
Posts:
  10

 
 
Reviews
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Latest Posts

Discussion: Genesis 1976-1982
July 9, 2007
Absolutely right, Dusty. Yes, recording on analogue will give a degree of 'tape compression' and colouration (in a nice way). But compared to the levels of compression and limiting offered by dedicated tools (ie. compressors, limiters) it is negligable. I think what we can all agree on, without further debate, is that 'racerguy' (sounds like a ... more
Discussion: Genesis 1976-1982
July 9, 2007
I hate to give ammo to 'racer guy' who will use any opportunity to insult someone rather than engage in friendly debate, but just have to point out - that famous 'wall of sound' was Phil Spector, not George Martin! George Martin's style (in the first half of the 60s at least) was much more about keeping things simple and direct and clean (not too ... more
Discussion: Genesis 1976-1982
June 19, 2007
Haha! He does seem to have one or two hangups! Oh well, takes all sorts. ... more
Discussion: Genesis 1976-1982
June 19, 2007
I agree also with Michael and Amatala; well said. These recordings are painful to the ear after just a short listening time. Have to say though, even with this fact, I still prefer the new Duke! It has gained so much in clarity with the vocals and other instruments that I can't go back to the original now! But yes, far too compressed. ... more
Discussion: Genesis 1976-1982
June 18, 2007
Jeez, come on man, lighten up! I quoted you! You called another poster 'pathetically sad'! I know there was more to it (about interperating results of analyses, etc) but that is hardly the point. And as for offering evidence to back up my so-called 'credibility' - why the hell should I justify myself to you! On the one hand you call me a big ... more