Virtually all engineers owe something to the gear they learned on that got them into the things we all love. Sandwiched firmly in-between the MIDI revolution and the current DAW era, here Luke gets misty-eyed and shares the gear that got him recording.
Behringer Announces 369 Precision Stereo Compressor/Limiter
Behringer has introduced their latest product: the Precision Stereo Compressor/Limiter, named the "369". This new addition to their catalogue aims to offer high-end performance at an accessible price point. We have the details.
How To Get The Best Out Of oeksound Bloom
oeksound's adaptive tone shaper sets out to make things just sound better. With some pretty complex processing under the hood, we explain its controls, including ways to set and forget how Bloom's Amount control can influence the sound.
The One Thing Nobody Is Telling Us About Online Collaboration
Many sing the praises of collaborative workflows. After all, it promises seamless remote working across borders. But here we talk about the single biggest factor spoiling the remote collaboration dream that nobody seems to be talking about.
iZotope RX 11 Review - Deep Dive From Post Expert
iZotope has just released RX 11 and RX 11 Advanced. We have all the details of what’s new, a first-look video, and our verdict of this latest version of the popular audio restoration software.
We Check Out The Easiest Way Use MIDI Remotely
With remote audio recording and mix review now a part of the engineer’s toolkit, one well-established solution now offers an option for all things MIDI. Here we show you how to trigger instruments and more using LISTENTO.
What Is Speaker Calibration Software? Everything You Need To Know 2024
Most engineers understand that quality of their loudspeaker monitoring is only half the story. With a number of options now available to help engineers actually remove the effects of the room itself, here we take a look at some options for speaker calibration in 2024.
Bogren Digital Trivium Ampknob Bundle Announced
Bogren Digital has launched the Trivium Ampknob Bundle, featuring three guitar amp simulation plugins: Rhythm, Lead, and Bass. Bogren Digital say this bundle was developed in close collaboration with Grammy-nominated metal band Trivium and renowned metal producer Jens Bogren.
Universal Audio Unveils SD Series Microphones for Professional Audio Production
Universal Audio has announced the launch of three new microphones in their Standard Series: the SD-3, SD-5, and SD-7 Dynamic Microphones with Hemisphere Modelling. We have the details.
How To Get The Best Out Of Stereo Mic Techniques
Although good stereo recordings can be made with two mics and a little luck, knowing what can be achieved and how to get there can make stereo capture come into its own. Here we talk about the things that can help panoramic recordings really shine.
Experts Name 'Best Kept Secrets' Studio Gear
For want of a better title we were talking the other day about certain pieces of studio gear that we swear by but don't get the attention they deserve. Sometimes overshadowed by siblings in the same family, or just not regarded as very cool, here’s some stuff that you may want to check out, in no particular order.
Creatives Unhappy Over Apple 'Tone Deaf' iPad Advert - UPDATED
It seems that Apple may have created the ultimate advertising irony with their new iPad advert, and some creatives are getting hot under the collar about it.
Adam Audio Introduces A4V and A7V Limited Edition White Studio Monitors
To mark its 25th anniversary in 2024, Adam Audio is launching a limited edition of its A4V and A7V studio monitors. These models will sport a high-gloss arctic white finish and be available from June 2024 exclusively through selected Adam Audio retailers and the company's own webstore.
LEWITT Introduces CONNECT 2 Audio Interface
LEWITT has launched the CONNECT 2 audio interface, described as offering a high degree of user-friendliness and powerful features for creators who value quality sound production. We have the details.
New Apple Logic Pro Announced with AI-Driven Features for Mac And iPad
Apple has introduced the latest versions of its music production software, Logic Pro for iPad 2 and Logic Pro for Mac 11, both set to, in their words; “transform professional music creation.” The updates, which will be available from May 13, incorporate AI to assist artists with songwriting, producing, and mixing tasks. We have the details.
Audio Production Things We Loved In April 2024
As we hit the second quarter 2024 the list of things to keep engineers interested kept on growing. With the whole gamut of mics, speakers, software, and hardware covered in this month’s offering, here we round up our favourite arrivals from April.
How To Get Working In Any DAW Fast
Everyone likes familiarity, but sometimes engineers find themselves on unfamiliar ground in a new DAW. Whether you’re working on location or have decided it’s time for a change, here we talk about the things that really matter to get the job done.
Julian Rodgers - My First Studio
In this article, a follow up on Russ’ popular article on his first studio, Julian shares details and his thoughts on his first set up, a mixture of long-forgotten rubbish and a very desirable classic. In those pre-internet days it was all just stuff he could find and afford…
The Pros & Cons Of Using Templates In The Studio
Templates promise a streamlined workflow, consistency, and a reduction in mundane setup tasks. But could these conveniences be subtly undermining the very creativity they aim to support? In this article we consider the pros and cons of using templates for the creative professional.
Things That Changed Audio Production
In this article Julian suggests 5 technologies which changed the sound of music, leaving a sonic fingerprint on the sound of records so significant that it wasn’t just engineers who noticed the difference, the listening public were just as aware. As such they represent watershed moments in recording history.