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More readers' recordings given the once-over by resident audio doctor, John Harris.

Another selection of reader demos comes under scrutiny from a panel of Music Producers Guild members.

Choosing good quality equipment and integrating it into a system of well-chosen components is a major step towards achieving better sound quality...

Another selection of reader demos comes under scrutiny from a panel of Music Producers Guild members.

We spotlight more of your correspondence.

We investigate two new technologies from Microsoft that could change the way we use audio and video for entertainment; plus, as video becomes more pervasive in the music technology market, we look at some of the latest announcements from NAB.

More readers' recordings given the once-over by resident audio doctor, John Harris.

There are very few hit records or classic albums that couldn't have been made using 24 tracks or less. These days, with virtual tracks at our disposal, alternative takes cost us nothing...

We can argue about copyright ownership until the cows come home, but the real issue is not who owns it, but who played it?

Under scrutiny this month by the Music Producers Guild panellists are: Jazz Dentist; Pig; Alex Moody; Qhixldekx

We explore the idea of understanding technology in terms of layers and abstractions, and how this makes it possible for a protocol like MIDI to be communicated via USB, Firewire and even Bluetooth.

This month: Blue Dog Yawning = Top Demo • Guy Katsav • Quickies: Richard Amos; Andy Ruff; Martin Noakes; Dirtyboy

Another insightful missive from SOS Editor-in-chief Paul White.

Music technology is being taught more widely than ever before. But who's teaching the teachers, and who's building their studios?

This month: Ariel Lerner = Top Demo • Delta 400.

Editor In Chief Paul White ponders a future full of virtual pop stars...

In the calculating world of the hitmakers, the science of pop conquers all. So why doesn't it all add up to great records?

We feature more of your recent correspondence.

While Linux might not be ready to run your entire studio just yet, it could provide an ideal solution for a cheap additional computer to handle your everyday computing tasks, keeping the music computer safely isolated.

Getting the signal right at source when recording can save you time and money.

The argument over what's considered to be real music goes on and on (and on and on)...