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Hugh Robjohns
Hugh Robjohns has been Sound On Sound's Technical Editor since 1997. Prior to that he worked in a variety of (mostly) sound-related roles in BBC Television, ending up as a Sound Operations Lecturer at the BBC's technical training centre.
He continues to provide audio consultancy and bespoke broadcast audio training services all over the world, lectures at professional and public conventions, and occasionally records and masters acoustic and classical music too!
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TL Audio VTC
Valve Technology Console
This unique hybrid eight-bus mixing desk brings a welcome alternative to the established options.
Published February 2000
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TC Electronic M One
Dual-Channel Effects processor
TC Electronic have an enviable reputation for their high-quality digital effects processors, and have now launched the first of a new line of budget-conscious units. Hugh Robjohns checks out the M One.
Published February 2000
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Q. Which would be the best set of mics for recording a wind band?
What do you suggest would be the best set of mics for recording a wind band? The mics available are two unidirectional...
Published January 2000
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MIllennia Media TCL2
Valve & Solid-state Twin-topology Optical Compressor
Millennia Music and Media Systems manufacture high-end signal processors with the usual feature of dual circuit paths — solid-state FET and valve topologies running separately, side by side. Hugh Robjohns checks out the company's opto-compressor.
Published January 2000
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Roland 7000-series
'V-mix' Modular Digital Mixing System
Roland's entry into the market for mid-priced digital mixers introduces some interesting innovations, including the separation of the control surface from the inputs and the processing rack. Hugh Robjohns puts it to the test.
Published January 2000
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Sony DRE S777
Sampling Digital Reverb
One of the most exciting developments in sound processing technology this year was the announcement from Sony of a dedicated reverb unit which applied ambience 'sampled' from real acoustic spaces. Now the theory is reality. Hugh Robjohns gets his hands on the DRE S777.
Published December 1999
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HHB Circle 3 Active
Nearfield Monitors
Achieving the right balance between quality, size, practicality and price is no easy task, but HHB have hit the nail squarely on the head with their Circle 3 Active monitors.
Published December 1999
