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When I look at the waveform of a vocal recording, it looks lop-sided, with the waveform going further above the zero-crossing...
I have a question about recording percussion — in particular, tuned percussion. Why is it that some sound engineers can record without a massive impact when a mallet strikes a bar, and others can't?
The line inputs on my computer interface are all balanced on TRS sockets, but the outputs of my hardware synths are all unbalanced on mono TS sockets...
I've had a home studio for a few years now that I use mainly for my own projects and some commissioned work. I'm occasionally...
Radial’s latest pair of problem-solvers let you compare multiple mics using a single preamp, or switch a single mic between several preamps.
Few product launches have attracted as much attention as Slate’s touchscreen controller. Is the Raven the future of DAW control — or an oversized iPad?
The landmark Reason v7 is about to arrive. What will it do for you?
The makers of VocAlign have built on its capabilities, creating software that can not only match the timing of vocal parts, but their pitch and level too.
Audio files to accompany this month's article.
How close have this boutique company come to recreating the sound of a vintage AKG C12?
Among Samplitude Pro X’s unique features is spectral editing in the main project window. Here’s how it works.
Video tutorial to accompany this month's article.
The ‘Ricky’ bass sound graces many a classic track. Have Scarbee nailed its distinctive qualities?
Optimise your vocal tracks in Sonar X2 before you start mixing.
With user-configurable valve stages, the option of transformer-coupling and more besides, Sonic Farm’s preamp provides a broad palette of tonal options.
How can you build something from nothing when no one tells you anything?
Three-way monitors have traditionally lived at the top end of the market, but there’s now a good choice of models on offer in the sub-£2000 $3000 category. Here’s a selection of recent options, with links to the SOS reviews where available.
Many bands record their own albums these days, but few achieve as much with as little gear as Stornoway.
We step inside one of the longest established residential studios in the UK.
Explore and learn to use Studio One 2’s Audioloop and Musicloop formats.