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Sampling is essentially recording so every aspect pf recording is directly applicable to sampling. You must capture the atmosphere and character of the source. Here are some guidlines for getting the most out of your sampler.
Stereo or mono and why it's important:
- A sound can be in stereo or mono. A sound is in mono if it takes up one output. It is in stereo if it takes up two outputs (left and right channels) and there is different information on each side. The difference can be very subtle as with reverbs.
- Kick, snare, hats, drops, most percussion, basslines and leadlines are mostly mono although effects such as reverb, ambience, panners and delay can create stereo depth. Occasionally keyboards and some sample libraries have stereo samples in them. Listen closely and decide what best serves your needs.
- Sounds such as piano, strings, horn sections, drum kits and drum loops are often in stereo.
Decide whether to sample in stereo or mono:
- Sampling in stereo is an easy way to get a bigger sound. If the stereo character is desireable then stereo it is.
- Mono will serve many needs and it is more economic as far as sample memory is concerned.
Effects - on or off?
- It's usually best to have your effects off while sampling. This will allow you the greatest flexibility.
- Some built in effects are noizy. If you stack tracks the effects noize is cumulative.
- Setting proper Gain Structure for the entire signal path will also help keep noize minimal.
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