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It's Not Over Until The Fat Computer Sings
Leader
Editor In Chief Paul White ponders a future full of virtual pop stars...
Published May 2003
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Logic: Avoiding Processing Delays
Emagic Logic Tips & Techniques
There are various places in a Logic-based studio where processing delays occur, and these can really mess with the groove of your tracks, so here we show you how to keep everything properly lined up. Also, there's the usual sackful of user tips and a clever way for v5 users to mimic one of the most useful features in v6.
Published May 2003
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The Future Of MIDI & Audio?
mLAN & Yamaha's 01X Music Production Studio
With the recent announcement of Yamaha's keenly priced 01X Music Production Studio, it looks as though mLAN, the Firewire-based protocol for multi-channel digital audio and MIDI, might be about to come of age. We take an early look at the new system.
Published May 2003
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The Musician's Guide To PCI Slots & Interrupts
Hitting The Slot
Which PCI slots you use for your expansion cards can make the difference between a music computer that runs flawlessly and one plagued by clicks, pops, crackles and interference.
Published May 2003
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Installing Memory
PC Notes
Installing more memory in your computer is a seemingly easy task, yet there can be so many issues to bear in mind that are often overlooked.
Published May 2003
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DP4 & MachFive
MOTU Digital Performer Tips & Techniques
We take a closer look at Digital Performer for OS X (which shall henceforth be known as DP4), and MachFive, plus the latest MAS plug-in releases.
Published May 2003
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Peterson VS1
Virtual Strobe Tuner
When 'close enough' is just not good enough, you need a strobe tuner. Too expensive? Too bulky? Not when it's this palm-sized 'virtual' strobe.
Published May 2003
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TC Works Native Bundle
Dynamics, EQ, Reverb & Filter Plug-ins
TC Works were in at the start of the software plug-in explosion back in 1998. We check out their latest update to the Native Bundle suite.
Published May 2003
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Cobwebb Griff
Pocket PC Sequencer
As musicians rely on computers more and more, we look at an innovative system that isn't so much a studio in a box as a studio in your pocket.
Published May 2003
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Automation Facilities In Pro Tools
Pro Tools Tips & Techniques
We begin a two-part tutorial explaining Pro Tools' powerful facilities for automating your mix.
Published May 2003
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Roland VS2400
Digital Studio Workstation
Roland offer a downsized version of their flagship VS2480, providing all of the most important facilities at a much lower price point.
Published May 2003
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Radikal Technologies SAC 2.2
Moving-fader Controller
Moving-fader controllers for computer-based studios are big news at present, and Radikal's SAC 2.2 can be used with a wide range of software sequencers and instruments. Jack of all trades, or master of none? We find out...
Published May 2003
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Digidesign Pro Tools 6
Audio + MIDI Recording Software
The major audio and MIDI recording applications are slowly migrating to Mac OS X, and the latest to arrive is Digidesign's Pro Tools. The upgrade also introduces powerful new project management features, Groove Template functionality and a more powerful LE version.
Published May 2003
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Escape From The Planet Of The Breaks
Sample Library
5 stars ***** Two audio and two Acid-ready Wave CD-ROMs of drum loops and basic construction kits.
Published May 2003
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Homegrown Sounds
Sample Library
4 stars **** Homegrown Sounds have eight sample CD-ROMs available, each offered either in Soundfont format or as a combined NNXT, Halion, EXS24, Kontakt and Wave set.
Published May 2003
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AMG Simeon Dirt Bag
Sample Library
**** Dirt Bag by Simeon promises "hundreds of grungy, fresh and inspiring dance samples", and that's a fairly accurate description of what's on offer here...
Published May 2003
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Tekniks Rizing Drum & Bass
Sample Library
4 **** Rizing Drum & Bass is an extensive collection of drum & bass samples, presented as audio...
Published May 2003
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SE Electronics Z5600
Valve Microphone
A nine-pattern valve mic at a surprisingly low price.
Published May 2003
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Roland V-Synth
Variphrase Synthesizer
The V-Synth is a classic case of the whole being more than the sum of its parts. None of its impressive features are new — they've all been seen on previous Roland products — but nevertheless, it's the best new synth in years. We explain why...
Published May 2003