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Black Magic recording is a technique used in the field of sound engineering to capture and reproduce high-quality audio recordings. It involves the use of specialized equipment and techniques to ensure optimal sound quality and clarity. The term "Black Magic" refers to the meticulous attention to detail and precision involved in the recording process. It emphasizes the importance of capturing every nuance and subtlety of the performance, creating a truly immersive listening experience for the audience. Black Magic recording typically starts with proper microphone placement. The engineer carefully positions microphones to capture the desired sound from various instruments and vocalists.

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Our results show the intrusions can be divided into three trachyandesite dikes that occur within canyons of the SGT in the west and central parts of the MCB, as well as one diabase dike and an adjacent diabase lopolith Smith et al, 2016. Since the aim of our study is to obtain a representative record of bulk crustal evolution, it is important to exclude effects of detrital zircons as these will bias results towards their specific crustal end-member compositions.

The engineer carefully positions microphones to capture the desired sound from various instruments and vocalists. The aim is to achieve a balanced and natural sound that accurately represents the performance. In addition to microphone placement, Black Magic recording also includes meticulous monitoring and equalization.

A FIELD-BASED AND REMOTELY SENSED PERSPECTIVE OF MAFIC INTRUSIONS WITHIN MEADOW CREEK BASIN, SOUTHERN BLACK MOUNTAINS, NW AZ

HELFRICH, Autumn L 1 , SMITH, Veronica C. 2 , WILLIAMS, Sarah G. 3 , SCHWAT, Eli L. 4 , THOMPSON, Ian P. 5 , LANG, Nicholas P. 6 and MILLER, Calvin F. 4 , (1)Department of Environmental, Geographical and Geological Sciences, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania, Bloomsburg, PA 17815, (2)Department of Geological Sciences, California State University, Fullerton, Fullerton, CA 92831, (3)Department of Geosciences, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701, (4)Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN 37235, (5)Department of Geological Science, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL 33124, (6)Department of Geology, Mercyhurst University, Erie, PA 16546, [email protected]

Meadow Creek Basin (MCB) is located in the southern Black Mountains, AZ, near the caldera from which the 18.8 Ma Peach Spring Tuff erupted. In MCB, a series of mafic intrusions cuts through the post-Peach Spring volcanic sequence (Antelope rhyolite, Sitgreaves Tuff [SGT], and Meadow Creek trachyte), providing a glimpse into the movement and storage of mantle-derived material in the time postdating a supereruption. Here, we attempt to establish the spatial and compositional relationships of these mafic intrusions and consider their possible connection to local capping mafic lavas.

We employed both field-based observations and multispectral, remotely sensed data sets. Fieldwork involved collecting samples from each intrusive body, recording contact locations and orientations, followed by in-lab geochemical analyses (XRF) of the samples in order to specify compositional characteristics of the intrusions. Using ArcGIS, we digitized previous geologic mapping by Liggett & Childs (1982), revised to include newly established contacts of four dikes and a newly recognized ~0.5 km by ~1 km lopolith. Remote sensing related methodologies involved performing unsupervised and supervised classifications of the multi-spectral data from field-checked training sites as regions of interest. Using a classification combination, we defined a best-fit map displaying the distribution of the capping mafic lava flow above MCB.

Our results show the intrusions can be divided into three trachyandesite dikes that occur within canyons of the SGT in the west and central parts of the MCB, as well as one diabase dike and an adjacent diabase lopolith (Smith et al, 2016). We estimate that the lopolith has a volume of ~10 8 m 3 . The dikes are all nearly vertical and have NW-SE trends that are broadly parallel to many of the normal faults in this region. This suggests a possible syn-extensional relationship between dike emplacement and Miocene crustal lengthening in the SBM. The lopolith and adjacent diabase dike were likely involved with feeding the overlying mafic unit, as confirmed by comparable geochemical signatures (Smith et al, 2016). Similar orientations and dimensions of the dikes, and similar compositions and textures of the mafic dike and lopolith, suggest that all may have been coeval.

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Engineers use high-quality studio monitors and headphones to check the sound in real-time, making adjustments as necessary to achieve the desired tonal balance. Equalization plays a crucial role in Black Magic recording. Engineers use equalizers to enhance or attenuate specific frequencies, resulting in a more pleasing and balanced sound. This step is crucial as it allows for precise control over the tonal characteristics of the recorded material. Furthermore, Black Magic recording often involves the use of high-quality analog gear such as compressors, limiters, and preamps. These devices add warmth, depth, and character to the recorded sound, contributing to the overall sonic excellence of the final product. In the digital realm, Black Magic recording takes advantage of advanced recording software and plug-ins. Engineers can fine-tune the recorded material, apply various effects, and manipulate the sound using a wide range of tools and techniques. This flexibility allows for creative experimentation and the ability to achieve a unique and captivating sound. Overall, Black Magic recording is an approach that emphasizes the importance of attention to detail and precision in the recording process. By carefully capturing and reproducing the essence of the performance, it creates a listening experience that is truly magical..

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