
Is Console Automation Still Relevant In The DAW Age?
Do the automation features in DAW software make old‑school console automation redundant? We canvass opinions from big‑name mix engineers.
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Do the automation features in DAW software make old‑school console automation redundant? We canvass opinions from big‑name mix engineers.
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