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Reviews

WSAdam F7

Active Monitors

Thumbnail for article: Adam F7It shares some technology with the respected A7X, but the largest in Adam’s F-series of monitors is much more affordable.

WSAkai MPC Studio

Sampling Workstation

Thumbnail for article: Akai MPC StudioAkai’s slimline follow-up to their Renaissance hybrid MPC aims to claim some territory from a certain competing machine...

WSAntelope Audio Orion 32

USB Audio Interface & Converter

With 32 analogue I/O, MADI and ADAT in a 1U format, this Antelope stands out from the herd!

WSApp Works

Making Music On The Move

MIDI Designer Pro, Control surface and The Wablet Synth app for iOS.

WSART Pro VLA II

Two-channel Compressor

This optical outboard compressor is cheaper than some plug-ins. What’s the catch?

WSDangerous Music Source

Portable Monitor Controller

Meet the monitor controller for the DJ, musician or engineer on the move!

WSDave Smith Instruments Mopho X4

Analogue Synthesizer

Thumbnail for article: Dave Smith Instruments Mopho X4Dave Smith’s latest synth crams four Mophos into one keyboard-shaped box. The result promises to be more than the sum of its parts.

Digico UB MADI

USB MADI Interface For Mac & PC

WSDMAX Audio Plug-ins

Mastering Limiter, EQ & Stereo Processor For Mac & PC

A suite of plug-ins from Russian developers DMAX takes an unorthodox approach to mastering processing.

WSDynacord A112A & A118A

Active PA Speakers

Thumbnail for article: Dynacord A112A & A118ADo these DSP-equipped speakers from Dynacord’s new A-Line series sound as classy as they look?

Hybrid Two | Project Alpha

Sample Library

Kontakt 5.1 Instrument

WSJDK V12

500-series Compressor

WSMicrotech Gefell M221

Omnidirectional Capacitor Microphone

Thumbnail for article: Microtech Gefell M221Not only is this a remarkably high-quality microphone, but a very versatile one too, thanks to some cunning acoustic trickery...

WSMoog Sub Phatty

Analogue Synthesizer

Thumbnail for article: Moog Sub PhattyA new Moog monosynth is exciting enough in itself, but the Sub Phatty has hidden depths that its vintage predecessors could only dream of...

WSNI Reverb Classics

Reverb Plug-ins For Mac & PC

Native Instruments’ latest plug-in suite aims to provide the classic Lexicon reverb sound at a budget-friendly price.

Plug-in Folder

Compressors, Reverbs and EQ

Massey CT5, Henry Olonga Nebula presets, Universal Audio Shadow Hills Mastering Compressor and Wavesfactory Trackspacer

WSProdipe TDC5 & TDC8

Active Monitors

Coaxial monitors are usually expensive, so how do these budget offerings from French company Prodipe perform?

WSPropellerhead Reason 7

Music Production Software For Mac OS & Windows

Thumbnail for article: Propellerhead Reason 7Reason has evolved in splendid isolation from other production tools, but version 7 sees Propellerhead build bridges to the outside world.

WSSteinberg Nuendo 6

DAW Software For Mac OS & Windows

Thumbnail for article: Steinberg Nuendo 6In the latest version of their flagship post-production software, Steinberg have applied some clever lateral thinking to loudness metering and ADR recording.

WSSteinberg UR22

USB 2 Audio Interface

The compact UR22 offers 24-bit, 192kHz recording, a bundled version of Cubase, and a very reasonable price: what’s not to like?

WSSynthogy Ivory II Concert D

Virtual Piano Instrument

Thumbnail for article: Synthogy Ivory II Concert DSynthogy capture one of legendary pianist Glenn Gould’s favourite instruments.

WSTC Helicon VoiceLive Touch 2

Vocal Processor

TC’s latest processor makes it easier than ever before to manipulate the sound of your voice.

Ueberschall | Indie Rock 2

Sample Library

Elastik

Vir2 | Studio Kit Builder

Sample Library

Kontakt 5/Kontakt 5 Player

Vox amPhone AC30

Amp Modelling Headphones

WSWaves Manny Marroquin Collection

Plug-in Bundle For Mac & PC

Thumbnail for article: Waves Manny Marroquin CollectionOnce again, Waves have tried to bottle the magic of a celebrated mix engineer, so that it can be uncorked in the home studio...

WSYamaha DTX400K

Electronic Drum Kit

Thumbnail for article: Yamaha DTX400KYamaha’s new entry-level electronic drum kit is easy on the wallet, but aims not to compromise on sound quality. Is it a hit?

People + Opinion

A Matter Of Timing

Leader

Editor-in-Chief, Paul White discusses the click-track!

WSEthan Johns

Producer, Engineer & Singer/Songwriter

Thumbnail for article: Ethan JohnsEthan Johns learned his trade from the best in the business, but it’s his own talent that has kept his production skills in demand.

WSInside Track: Bon Jovi

Secrets Of The Mix Engineers: John Shanks & Jeff Rothschild

Nearly 30 years after they burst onto the scene, Bon Jovi continue to top charts worldwide.

WSPrince ‘Kiss’

Classic Tracks

Thumbnail for article: Prince ‘Kiss’Originally intended for another group, ‘Kiss’ was quickly reclaimed by Prince when he heard David Z’s arrangement. Despite record company scepticism, the track became his third number one single and rejuvenated his career.

Sounding Off

Spare me the bonus tracks!

Blake McQueen asks the question. Do they really add anything to the album or are they just fillers?

Technique

WSApple Notes

Enhance your productivity

Often overlooked, OS X’s humble Command-Tab functionality could significantly enhance your productivity.

WSForging Links

Pro Tools Tips & Techniques

Sometimes Pro Tools needs a helping hand with finding files and collecting them together.

WSLive For Tomorrow

Live Tips & Techniques

We get hands-on with the new and improved features of Live 9.

WSMixing Acoustic Guitars Live

Strum and Twang

Thumbnail for article: Mixing Acoustic Guitars LiveAcoustic guitars are central to many live performances, but making them sound good through a PA isn’t as straightforward as you might imagine.

WSModel Behaviour

Sonar Tips & Technique

Find out how to make Sonar X2’s Console Emulator plug-in work for you.

PC Notes

Intel Haswell on the way.

The imminent release of Intel’s latest processor, Haswell, is expected to bring with it improved graphics and lower power consumption.

Playback

Reader's music reviewed

Dakhla, Gilli Moon, Matthew Gough, Phre The Eon, Ashley Reaks, Paul Thomas Butterfield, Andy Jones and the Norton Rockets.

WSProfessional Advice For Home Studio Building

Build Right

If you’re looking to build a studio, there’s masses of information out there — but no substitutes for professional advice and experience.

WSRe-chord Industry

Cubase Tips & Techniques

Using Cubase 7’s powerful new Chord Track, you can completely rework your existing compositions.

Re-chord Industry | Media

Cubase Tips & Techniques

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WSRestoring Analogue Synthesizers: Kent Spong

Former Glories

Thumbnail for article: Restoring Analogue Synthesizers: Kent SpongVintage synths are objects of fascination to musicians and collectors alike. But keeping them alive takes a special kind of expertise...

WSSession Notes

The Travis Waltons: Recording Guitars

Mic choice and technique may be important, but the other half of the recording battle is working to make musicians feel relaxed enough to deliver a great performance.

Session Notes | Media

The Travis Waltons: Recording Guitars

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WSStrip Advisor

Logic Tips & Techniques

Learn to customise Channel Strip Settings and stamp your own sound on Logic!

The Mix Review

Commercial Productions Analysed

This month, Adele, The Script, Labrinth and for the classic mix we feature Christina Aguilera's, Genie in a bottle.

WSTo The X-Trem!

Studio One Tips & Techniques

Get the rhythm with Studio One’s X-Trem and pattern sequencers.

To The X-Trem! | Media

Studio One Tips & Techniques

Studio One Audio Examples

WSVariations On A Theme

Reaper Tips & Techniques

Give Reaper a make-over with a change of graphic theme...

Music Business

Notes From The Deadline

TV Music From The Inside

When clients have an instinctive reaction to the music they’ve commissioned, the original brief often goes out of the window.

Off The Record

Music & Recording Industry News

Preserving over a century’s worth of audio recordings is a mammoth task — but one organisation has set about doing just that...

WSStudio File

Sunset Sound, Los Angeles

We take a look inside one of the world's top studios.

Sound Advice

WSMultitrack Mixer/Interfaces

Spotlight

Computer recording technology is now very mature, but many people still prefer to work with traditional mixing desks. So why not get a desk that fully integrates with your computer? Here’s our pick of available options.

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