Big George's Big Mouth
Big George takes a critical look at what seems to be the only game in town: solitaire.
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Big George takes a critical look at what seems to be the only game in town: solitaire.
Editor In Chief Paul White wonders why we value software so little...
In the last few years, the increase in computing power has led to an explosion in the availability of high-quality virtual instrument and effects plug-ins, many of which emulate classic hardware...
This month Big George wonders: has music lost its identity?
As you'd expect, one of the main reasons why musicians and engineers read Sound On Sound is to help them get...
Need inspiration? It may be closer than you think...
This month sees the return of iconoclastic composer, DJ and music industry commentator Big George to the pages of Sound On Sound — and you thought we'd sacked him for good...
I was interested to read your explanation of the dangers of unearthed...
Recording engineers are finding it tough to get jobs. But have they really tried all the options out there?
Occasionally I am lucky enough to get away from it all and make music with musicians from various countries. Earlier this year, I found myself in a villa in Italy, primed for a week of collaboration, creating sweet, improvised music with other human beings...
The National Consumer Council believe the rules about what music can and cannot be copied by the public need radical overhaul. Editor In Chief Paul White throws his personal view into the hat too...
Troubled with ground loops and mains hum? The answer is to switch to a balanced power supply.
Has the computer changed our musical values?
Editor In Chief Paul White ponders ways to make recordings on a tight budget...
They certainly need talent... Harry Webley ponders their place in the universe.
Some of the more interesting correspondence we receive at SOS towers.
It's too easy to blame your prized equipment for a poor recording, when in fact the problem lies with your music and the way it is played...
What can we, as engineers or musicians, do to prevent our recorded legacy being lost?
Simplicity: for a brighter tomorrow.