I'd like to know what others who work completely digitally in X do to give a live feel beyond using reverbs, re-miked output, changing distance of simulated mics from simulated amps. There will be little actual recording—I've considered adding some guitar/amp hum/clicks on separate tracks, but realize there must be a smarter way to give the sense that it's a recording, not a sterile (no unintentional noises) MIDI performance that may or may not include a vocal.
I compose, but am a terrible musician otherwise and can't afford a studio space or musicians.
Any constructive advice greatly appreciated.
Gary