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Emagic Logic Audio 3

MIDI Audio Sequencer

Martin Walker peers through the Windows version of Emagic's Logic Audio 3.

Published April 1998
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SADiE 3

DAW

Any Digital Audio Workstation that was first introduced in 1992, and which is still not only going strong today, but benefiting from major software updates, must be doing something right. Martin Walker takes a long hard look at SADiE.

Published April 1998
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Ins & Outs Of Gain Structure

PC Musician

Setting up your gear for low noise and minimum distortion needn't be a nightmare. Martin Walker gudes you through the process, and shows you how to stand tall, even without headroom.

Published April 1998
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Midiman Flying Cow

D/A and A/D Converter

Many musicians now have digital audio in their studios, so Midiman have decided to help them interface cleanly to the outside world, with the bizarrely named Flying Cow. Martin Walker thinks it cud be a winner...

Published March 1998
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PC Soundcard Buyer's Guide: Part 2

Multi-channel Cards

If you want to move the heady heights of true multitrack recording on your PC, there are plenty of rival systems on the market. Martin Walker looks at what you need to consider in making your purchase decision, and rounds up the alternatives.

Published March 1998
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Terratec Audiosystem EWS64

XL PC Soundcard

With a feature list longer than most people's arms, the EWS64 XL has whetted plenty of appetites. Martin Walker dismantles his PC once again in the search for the ultmate soundcard.

Published March 1998
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Digital Audio Labs V8

Multitrack Hard Disk Recording System

Hard disk recording always strtches any computer to the limit, and if you want eight simultaneous tracks or more you'll definitely need help. Martin Walker finds out whether the V8 system can come to the rescue.

Published March 1998
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MIDI, Audio & PC Plug-ins

Exploration

There are now several PC MIDI + Audio sequencers available that provide real-time EQ and effects via plug-in software — but it can be difficult to assess just what works with what, and whether your PC is powerful enough to run the plug-ins you'd like to use. Martin Walker investigates.

Published March 1998
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PC Soundcard Buyer's Guide: Part 1

Stereo Cards

If you're thinking of buying a PC soundcard specifically for HD recording, you'll find the market awash with models old and new. Martin Walker provides an overview of what's currently available.

Published February 1998
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Allen & Heath MixWizard 14:4:2

Rackmountable Mixer

There is an element of magic in any audio design, but the Allen & Heath MixWizard series may have more than most.

Published February 1998

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