Would You Buy A New Avid Audio Interface? What Would It Need To Stand Out Today? Pro Tools Expert Podcast Episode 345
In this week’s podcast, Mike, James and Julian talk about whether Avid should stay in the native audio interface market, if they brought something new out what should it be like? They answer your questions and share their finds of the week. Also in this week's Podcast, there is an opportunity to get an exclusive discount of an Exponential Audio plug-in, but you have to listen to the podcast to get the discount code!
Tips From Exponential Audio
Michael Carnes from Exponential Audio has now shared 4 tips with our podcast community. Check our article Expert Reverb Tips & Tricks in which we bring together the first 3 tips Michael has already produced for our podcast community and now the latest tip ‘Using The Compressor To Make Level-Sensitive Reverb’ as there's a compressor/expander built into the warp page of all the second-generation reverbs.
We also have a podcast exclusive deal from Exponential Audio, but you will have to listen to the podcast to get the details of this offer.
Deals
Our friends at Sonnox are running an unmissable deal and for the whole of November they are offering 50% off very nearly all of their excellent plug-ins and bundles.
During November our friends at Lexicon are offering big discounts on all of their plug-ins. You could get genuine a Lexicon reverb for as little as $29.95.
Don’t forget to check out the deals from our Partners on our Deals page.
Talking Points Kindly Sponsored By Universal Audio
Did you know that the team at Universal Audio are offering you the chance to build your own custom plug-in bundles of 3, 6 or 10 plug-ins from one low price, and save over 60%! Just pick your bundle option and then choose your plug‑ins. It’s that simple.
You can find out more from the Universal Audio website.
Talking Points
5 Things I Would Tell My Kids If They Were Wanting To Make A Decent Living From Music
Are Avid Finally Getting Out Of Manufacturing Native Pro Tools Interfaces And Will It Affect You?
Competitions
Production Expert has teamed up with Latvian microphone manufacturers JZ Microphones to bring you the chance to win a stunning JZ Black Hole BH1S. This multi-pattern condenser mic is worth over £1,400 and could be yours. Follow the link in the podcast article.
Community Feedback Kindly Sponsored by RSPE Audio Solutions
We don’t have any community feedback this week but we wanted to let you know that RSPE Audio is proud to welcome Amphion studio monitors to their lineup and announce a special finance offer. For a limited time, buy any Amphion Studio Monitor system and get 1 year of interest-free financing on approved credit. This special finance opportunity is only available until December 31st, 2018, so don’t delay.
Questions From The Community Kindly Sponsored By Vanguard Audio Labs
Vanguard Audio Labs are a microphone brand based in southern California who are punching well above their weight with their small, yet perfectly formed and sensibly priced range of Condenser microphones. Check out James’ recent testing session of the Vanguard V1 Stereo Pair + Lollie.
Aaron Vinik - Has an issue with his audio interface where it is showing up as two devices, one with inputs and the other with outputs. he also wants advice on choosing a microphone.
Jim Hampton - Can’t get his AudioSuite plug-ins to render
Ian O’Halloran - Wants to check the spec of his laptop for running Pro Tools
Source Connect Now
As you may know, we are spread out around the UK & Europe when we record the podcast. In the past, we have used a variety of internet-based solutions so we could hear each other. We have settled on Source Connect Now which gives us ISDN equivalent quality audio using a Chrome browser, no software to install. You can get a free account from Source Elements.
Find Of The Week Sponsored By Synchro Arts
Synchro Arts are proud to announce the release of Revoice Pro 4 – The ultimate toolbox for timing and pitch adjustment. Containing over 70 new features and improvements to sonic output, workflow & performance, Revoice Pro 4 can save you hours of editing time in the studio, ensure high production values and help you achieve your creative vision. Get a free 14-day trial over at synchroarts.com today and take advantage of the 20% off introductory pricing on all new licences & upgrades.
James - Universal Audio Apollo X16, and the new Queen film.
Julian - The new Mac Mini 2018
Mike - Also the new Mac Mini 2018…