link Q. How could I use Giga-format libraries in the future? Over the last few years I've collected quite a few sample libraries in Giga format, but now that Tascam have discontinued... Published November 2009 Sound Advice
link Q. What’s special about star-quad cable? I've just read up about star-quad cable, which has internal cores that cancel each other's interference — like a humbucker?... Published November 2009 Sound Advice
link Q. What’s the best way to get started with mastering? I run a cheap and very cheerful recording studio in Cambridgeshire, England, and I am constantly asked whether I do mastering... Published November 2009 Sound Advice
link Q. How should I set up my compressor for recording vocals? Can you tell me how to set up a compressor for vocals while they're being recorded, and again in the mix? Via SOS web... Published October 2009 Sound Advice
link Q. Is there any point in DI-ing keyboards? I've always stuck keyboards straight into my interface, desk or whatever: plenty of level, minimal noise (if any), and no... Published October 2009 Sound Advice
link Q. Which CPU meter should I believe? I have a PC with a Q6600 quad‑core processor running Cubase 4, and despite clicking on the Cubase 'Multi Processing' switch,... Published October 2009 Sound Advice
link Q. What’s the best setup for live multitrack recording? I have been involved with our school fund‑raising events for some years now, starting off by doing sound and lighting.... Published October 2009 Sound Advice
link Plug-in Folder Software Reviews • Image Line Ogun • Image Line Gross Beat • VirSyn FDelay Published September 2009 Reviews
link Q. How can I expand my Firewire connectivity? I have several UAD1 DSP cards in my current PC, leaving just one spare PCI slot, and need to connect some extra devices via... Published September 2009 Sound Advice