December 2007 In This Issue
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Competition WIN Apple Logic Studio + NTI Certified Training (prize value: £1800) Deadline: 2007-12-31 Prize kindly donated by Apple UK +44 (0) 800 039 1010 and New Technology Institute +44 (0)121 202 48000. Reviews Mini-reviews To accompany this month's DIY Studio Acoustics article, we look at four useful accessories. Apple Main Stage & Soundtrack Pro 2 Live Performance & Video Soundtrack Editing Software
Digital Audio Workstation Software For Windows
MIDI Keyboard Controller
Audio PC The Direct Resolution Studio Plus is a high-performance, low-noise audio PC that enjoys a cheaper price tag than many of its competitors. Interested? Read on... Digital Multitrack Recorder
Active Studio Monitors
Firewire Audio Interface [Mac/PC] The Mackie Satellite is an audio interface with a unique two-piece design — but is it genius or gimmickry? Native Instruments Guitar Rig 3 Amp Modelling Software & Controller Native Instruments have repackaged their powerhouse amp-modelling package with a new, stage-friendly interface, not to mention four new amps and a pile of vintage effects. Firewire Audio Interface [Mac/PC]
Part 2 - The Results Last month we introduced the mics; this month we put them to the test. Find out which model is the best way of adding ribbon character to your studio. Part 2 - Hear For Yourself Here are links to the audio files from December 2007's RIBBON MICROPHONES article, for those readers who buy the magazine from the newsagent and don't wish to type in all the long URLs. V-Guitar System
Sample Library • Garritan Concert & Marching Band RTAS & Audio Units Plug-ins It's not often you encounter plug-ins that combine detailed emulations of analogue classics with a wealth of new tricks, but Sound Toys' Native Effects do just that. | People + Opinion Metal Machine Music Classical interpretations of guitar music might not be new — but when the guitar music in question consists of 64 minutes of deafening feedback, it takes a lot of interpreting! Sounding Off: Software Instruments Mark Wherry Software instruments are great, if you can set them up... Technique PC Notes Your digital audio's passage through the PC may not leave it unscathed: even if you avoid Windows performing sample-rate conversion behind the scenes, other factors can compromise 'bit transparency'. We explain. Apple Notes GarageBand is perhaps the most successful entry-level music software ever created, and this month we take a closer look at the latest version supplied with iLife '08. Getting The Most From Your Pro Tools System Avid Pro Tools Tips & Techniques We've all been in that situation — desperate to add one more plug-in, but with a computer on the verge of collapse. We explain how to wring that last ounce of power from your Pro Tools rig. Integrating Outboard Hardware With Logic Logic Notes & Techniques Many Logic users have external hardware processors and effects units, which can easily be used inside projects. Read on to find out how... Solivern The rescue mission this month is to bring coherence and polish to the disparate elements of Solivern's interesting instrumental composition... Hear For Yourself Here are links to the audio files from December 2007's MIX RESCUE article, for those readers who buy the magazine from the newsagent and don't wish to type in all the long URLs. A Guide To DIY Studio Acoustics Are the acoustics of your studio letting down your music? Improving the sound of your room needn't cost much and pays dividends in better recordings and more transportable mixes. Read on for the SOS guide. Room For Improvement: Audio file A Guide To DIY Studio Acoustics To accompany this month's Acoustics article, open this page and download this MP3 of a Bass Staircase test sequence, then audition it on your own monitors. Secrets Of The Mix Engineers: Manny Marroquin Inside Track: Kanye West's 'Stronger' Eleven mix engineers tried their hand at Kanye West’s ‘Stronger’ before Manny Marroquin finally turned it into a record. He was rewarded with one of the biggest hits of 2007. Steinberg Cubase Tips & Techniques Early notes, late notes, stacked notes... There's a range of problems that could stem from MIDI timing issues — but fortunately we have solutions to offer. Michael Tefula This month we look at monitor placement, tighten stereo imaging and tackle what was probably the world's smallest vocal booth! The Thor Synthesizer In Reason 4 Reason Notes & Techniques There's a lot to get to grips with in the latest version of Reason — but we begin by looking at the basics of the giant new semi-modular synthesizer, Thor. Using Digital Performer With Reason Digital Performer Notes & Techniques Propellerhead's Reason software studio offers some great instruments and makes a good partner for DP - but there are various things to be aware of if you want to create the most hassle-free partnership. Our in-depth look at using the two applications together explains it all. Music Business How Your Music Earns You Money With album sales in free fall, alternative revenue streams are becoming ever-more important. We explain where today’s songwriters can look to earn money from their music. Sound Advice
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