We mixers know all too well that mixes can be like black holes. If you keep a safe distance, you can generally preserve a healthy perspective and escape unscathed. But many of us allow ourselves to get sucked way in without even realizing it’s happening.
Image by Flickr user Ctd … Read More
We love it on both coasts, and this weekend IMSTA and SAE Institute Los Angeles are partnering to host IMSTA Festa – leading the way with the reminder to “Buy The Software You Use”.
IMSTA is a free event that will allow professionals and enthusiasts to meet face-to-face with developers … Read More
Back in November, we told you about the debut of an event series from the New York City-based Business of Music Seminars (BMS).
BMS #2 is set for May 28th.
Response to their first foray was overwhelmingly positive, and now BMS is back. This time, they’ll be presenting “The … Read More
Now hear this! The u73b Compressor plug-in from Audified is modeled from the vintage German broadcast compressor of the 1960s.
Audified got their hands on an original model, broke it down and has now produced a clone for the digital realm. The compressor was used for mastering and produces a … Read More
It takes two: The smartest record labels know that success doesn’t just depend on signing great artists – they have to make equally smart choices in the executives that steer a band’s career.
Mascot Label Group has chosen most wisely. A longtime force in Europe but a relative newcomer in … Read More
Being from the Motor City ourselves, we smile upon any company that proclaims themselves purveyors of the “Motown”.
ACME Audio – also being from the great state of Detroit — is just that, and their own Al Sutton will be showing the ACME Opticon XLA3 optical audio limiter and ACME … Read More
Drum image by Flickr user “slgckgc”
Some topics in music production are always good for a heated discussion among musicians, fans and producers:
Should we tune the vocals? Should takes be edited to perfection? Is it okay to copy and paste a good groove from one section to another? Is … Read More
TK Audio’s 500 series BC501 stereo compressor features all of the power of their rack-mount BC1-S compressor, with additional features from their BC2-ME mastering compressor. Some of these features include additional ratio settings, the THD switch that adds more harmonic content, and three high pass filter stages.
“The … Read More
Mix With The Masters represents greatness fostering greatness, and the later half of 2015 will carry the MWTM culture even further.
The seminars allow 14 professional participants to learn trade secrets from the particular guest speaker for a solid week of learning, sharing passion for music, music technology, and sharing … Read More
Want to know the power of music? If you’re lucky enough to come across Paul Juba Mueller and his hammered dulcimer in the New York City subway system, you’ll experience it first-hand.
Paul Juba Mueller makes up the New York City’s subway soundscape. (photo: David Weiss)
The people of New … Read More
Equalizers are one of the most common tools we use. Although there are “no rules” when it comes to working with audio, some EQ tips have been reiterated so often that many of us take them as gospel. If you’re anything like me, you’re probably guilty of going on “autopilot” … Read More
Close enough to be convenient – far enough from NYC to be a groovy getaway: Gold Coast Recorders just may be the missing link ye seek.
Audio attractions are ample at this Bridgeport, CT facility, and you can access them all just by hopping on the Metro North. Once there, … Read More
Another angle on the “glass ceiling” recently went under the microscope in New York City.
(l-r) Julie Schubert, Felix Richter, Carrie Faverty, and Gretchen Carlson discussed “The Fabricated Female” at Lafatyette Cafe in New York City.
In a powerhouse meeting of the minds, Fox news anchor Gretchen Carlson moderated “The … Read More
The ATH-M70X by Audio Technica
In both music and audio post work, there are a lot of situations where headphones are a necessity. Voice over and foley recording require headphones, you may find several pairs floating around in music tracking sessions, and you never know when you’ll have to plug … Read More
The recently reacquired brand, Sequential, is Dave Smith Instruments’ original identifier for the vintage Sequential Circuits Prophet-5 synthesizer. Originally introduced in 1978, The Prophet-5 was the first analog synthesizer of its kind to offer patch recall, and one of the first polyphonic synthesizers ever.
The Sequential Prophet-6 has … Read More
Chicago-based Black Lion Audio began their endeavors offering mods to the internals of popular audio gear with the goal of offering a higher-quality audio product for a reasonable price. Only later did the company begin offering their own line of boutique audio gear that now includes the Micro Clock MkIII… Read More
Sweden-based developers Propellerhead announced the next significant update for Reason 8.
Reason 8.3 introduces a new RV7000 mkII convolution reverb, more user requested features, access to the the free Propellerhead music-making service, and further implementation of their auto-update feature that was introduced with Reason 8.2 for quick installation.
Reason … Read More
Crave different microphone flavors when you record?
The MicSwap app allows iOS users to record, filter, sync and share audio through virtual microphones.
Of course you do, and you’re not alone. Having a large mic locker is the claim to fame for many a studio, and with good reason – … Read More
Justin Colletti visited the legendary Magic Shop recording studios this Thursday, and when he did, He brought a camera! Check out the first of our new studio tours on the SonicScoop video blog.
Owner, producer and engineer Steve Rosenthal walks us through this versatile and storied space in the Soho … Read More
If you’re seeking the must-attend event of the month, look no further — the Production Music Association (PMA) is hosting its Inaugural Tri-Coastal Music Mixer in New York City, Los Angeles, and Milwaukee on Thursday, July 23 (complete time and location details below).
This party is sure to spark plenty … Read More
