This all assumes that the signal contains bass frequencies. Nothing is going to "add" bass if none is there..

This all assumes that the signal contains bass frequencies. Nothing is going to "add" bass if none is there..That is more or less a true statement. However, there are a few plugins that attempt to artificially synthesize both missing treble and missing bass frequencies.

A simple-minded version of this may already be on your computer if you use Nero. I use a really ancient version of Nero for all my DVD burning, and the Nero Wave Editor is included with the package. It includes a plugin called "Band Extrapolation." There is nothing magic about it, but it appears to do a little more than simply boost the bass or treble frequencies.

You might get a little help from this plugin.

@John Meyer: I have Nero 8 installed and when using Vegas' audio FX's I see I have 20 or more plugins there. I've never used them and can assume they will work but don't see the "Band Extrapolation".

"This all assumes that the signal contains bass frequencies. Nothing is going to "add" bass if none is there.."

And everything will be just fine if there is. Always try the simplest option first. Dont 'assume' anything.

Paul.

@LightAds, did you try a simple EQing of the track as suggested? Does this help enough for what you need or do you need more.

Paul.

I have Nero 8 installed and when using Vegas' audio FX's I see I have 20 or more plugins there. I've never used them and can assume they will work but don't see the "Band Extrapolation".Hmm ... I thought it showed up in Vegas' list of audio fX, but I just checked and didn't see it. However, if you fire up Nero's "Wave Editor" (this was included with my version of Nero 6), it shows up under the Enhancements menu. You can open your audio in that simple program and try out the plugin there.

@Paul W: Thanks for the suggestion, yes indeed did try Track EQ & Graphic EQ. First time using these so I'm still experimenting but certainly sounding better.

If I need to lower the tinning sound and increase bass do I need to put 2x Track EQ then FIRST get rid tinning then add the bass?

"If I need to lower the tinning sound and increase bass do I need to put 2x Track EQ then FIRST get rid tinning then add the bass? "

Track Eq lets you adjust 4 bands of frequencies so you can do both at once.

It might help if you could provide a sample of your problem sound.

Bob.

You don't need to 'put' any Track EQ polug in - it is there by default on each audio track.

There are 4 bands, so you can play around with boosting bass (if there is in fact any) and cutting 'tinny' highs/mid-highs.


geoff

Thanks to this experience and forum members input I've learnt something else about Vegas and finaly got the desired result.

Thanks

Good, glad that helped.
For reference, and sorry for the delay, here are some rough shots to show the 'shape' of the EQ you need. This should be something like what you already have. Both highs are reduced AND bass is boosted all in one go.

TrackEQ:


GraphicEQ (20 band in this case):


they do the same thing, please ignore the actual values, this is just a lash up to show you the SHAPE of the settings, not the actual settings.


Paul.