How to create binaural and 360 samples

Creating binaural and 360 samples can be an incredibly rewarding experience for any musician or producer. From providing your listeners with an immersive auditory experience to creating samples that exceed the capabilities of traditional stereo productions, binaural and 360 audio can be an effective way to make your work stand out. In this blog post, we’ll look at how to create binaural and 360 samples.

First, you’ll need to start by setting up a binaural audio rig. Binaural audio is a combination of two microphones activated at the same time, placed in a dummy head or near-field array that creates a three-dimensional soundscape. To achieve the best results, it’s important to use high-quality microphones, as well as carefully place the microphones to match the ears and ears of a real human.

Once your binaural rig is set up, you can start to record your audio. To ensure the best recordings, it’s essential to take steps to avoid any unwanted reflections or noise from the environment. This can be done by selecting a quiet recording space, and by recording at low-level volumes.

If you have access to a 360 recording rig, setup is similar but with just a few extra steps. As well as placing your microphones around the dummy head, you’ll also need to place multiple microphones in the environment to capture multiple sound reflections. Additionally, to give your recordings a live music-like sound, it’s important to use high-quality microphones and reliable stands to secure them in place.

After you’ve recorded your binaural and 360 audio samples, you can start to process them in a mixing software. To ensure the best quality, it’s highly recommended to use a plugin or effect designed specifically for binaural audio, such as iZotope’s Nectar 3 or Avid Pro Tools HD. This plugin will help to create a more realistic and dimensional soundscape.

Once your binaural and 360 audio is prepared and ready to go, you can start to use it in your music projects. Binaural audio and 360 samples can be especially useful for film scores, sound design and other immersive productions. Additionally, they can also be used to create ambient soundscapes or as a powerful tool to draw the listener in to a mix.

By following these steps, you can create high-quality binaural and 360 audio samples that will take your productions to the next level.