Description: Description A production report that follows Eiichi Ohtaki's side as an engineer/sound maker in chronological order [1979-1982] ◎Following Otaki on a timeline, the dots join together to form a production history Eiichi Ohtaki is a rare vocalist and songwriter who has released many hit songs. It is widely known among fans that he used the recording engineer name Fuefuki Doji and the arranger name Tarao Bannai, and showed extraordinary attention to sound creation. This book is a diary-style record of his footsteps as a sound maker. This book focuses on the four years from 1979 to 1982. It covers Otaki's works, including the masterpiece "A LONG VACATION," created during that period, and approaches the mystery of the "Niagara Sound" through detailed interviews with him as well as testimonies from important people such as the famous engineer Tamotsu Yoshida, who worked with him on the recordings. [Witnesses] Tamotsu Yoshida, Toshiro Ito, Keiichi Suzuki, Akito Katayose, Manabu Yuasa, Naoto Sekiguchi (ON Associates), Fumiaki Saito ◎A new analysis of Otaki's sound based on track sheet diagrams of major songs A large number of track sheet diagrams are included from works that Otaki created during this period, such as "A LONG VACATION", "NIAGARA TRIANGLE Vol.2", and "NIAGARA SONG BOOK". This will be a valuable resource not only for core fans, but also for the generation interested in recording at that time, as it shows which instrument parts were recorded on which tracks. In addition, a large number of track sheets for commercial songs and songs produced by other artists are provided, and Otaki's unique recording magic is analyzed. In addition, to supplement the technical explanation in the main text, a "Recording Terminology Explanation" page is also included, which summarizes basic knowledge such as tape recording at the time. It covers technical terms that appear frequently in the main text, such as [ping pong], [punch in/out], [target], [rhythm recording], and [harmonizer]. ◎ There are also plenty of snapshots that give a glimpse into the recording scene at the time. Otaki placed many musicians in a vast studio, known as the , and wielded the baton. It also includes photos that give a glimpse into the atmosphere of the time, such as his interactions with the musicians and how to set up microphones for the instruments. With a large volume of 392 pages, we hope you will be immersed in the charm of the Otaki sound along with ``NIAGARA TRIANGLE Vol.2 40th Anniversary Edition'', which will be released on March 21, 2022. ◎ There are also plenty of snapshots that give a glimpse into the recording scene at the time. Otaki placed many musicians in a vast studio, known as the , and wielded the baton. It also includes photos that give a glimpse into the atmosphere of the time, such as his interactions with the musicians and how to set up microphones for the instruments. With a large volume of 392 pages, we hope you will be immersed in the charm of the Otaki sound along with ``NIAGARA TRIANGLE Vol.2 40th Anniversary Edition'', which will be released on March 21, 2022. Policy Shipping>Economy Shipping:No tracking / Delivery: The item will arrive 1-4 weeks after the shipment is completed. >Expedited Shipping: With tracking / Delivery: The item will arrive 3-5 days after the shipment is completed. *The handling time varies depending on the product, please confirm the shipping details for more information. We ship a product via FedEx / Japan Post / DHL.PaymentYou can use various payment methods based on eBay Managed Payments. Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.Cancellations & ReturnsImport duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to Cancellation or returns will be accepted only if the item has an obvious problem that was not mentioned in the listing description. If that, please let us know within 3 days you got the item.International BuyersImport duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up - do not confuse them for additional shipping charges.
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Author: Hisahiko Horiuchi
Book Title: Eiichi Ohtaki Recording Diary Vol.2
Language: Japanese
Number of Pages: 392
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
Publication Year: 2022
Type: Book
Size: 2.7 x 15.1 x 21.1cm
Publisher: Rittor Music
Weight: 530g