Daniel and The Great Wide Divide are featured in the latest Newsletter from Access Analog where Daniel was asked to explain how the Analog Matrix helped him achieve the analog tones and gigantic sound on their latest songs. Check out some of the newsletter below and also head over to Access Analog to learn more about controlling real analog gear in real time from anywhere in the world.
FEATURED ANALOG MATRIX USER
DANIEL SCOTT (THE GREAT WIDE DIVIDE)
Daniel Scott is the uniquely talented Producer and Engineer behind The Great Wide Divide. Check out the single "Here For You" currently taking off with over 600,000 views on YouTube.
We asked Daniel about using the Analog Matrix while mixing "Here For You" and here's what he had to say:
"When I set out to record and mix my latest album with my bandmates, we made a conscious decision to not use any digital plugins and go as “analog” as possible in crafting our sound. We relied heavily on an API console and some legendary outboard gear. When mix time came our beloved API 5500 was committed on another track but I wishing for one more to use on the Master Buss.
Hearing about Access Analog, I demoed their service and dialed in a genuine API 5500, controlling it in real time from 1700 miles away. The sound I was hearing was indistinguishable from the API 5500 sitting right next to me!
From that point on I was sold.
Yes, we broke our rule to not use plugins making this album but the Analog Matrix plugin is not emulating the sound of gear like other audio plugins do. The Analog Matrix is just a controller between me and real analog processing allowing me instant access to more of the authentic analog gear that helps the music I make connect with those listening”.
”The Analog Matrix plugin sounds like the real thing because IT IS!!! "
What's up next for Daniel?
Currently Daniel is working on the follow up to "Here For You" with a new single using the Analog Matrix for mixing and mastering. Stay tuned for more on his next release!