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MELVIN & ADRIAN DUFFY: Brothernature
Readerzone
SOS meet the owners of another home/project studio.
Published May 2000
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Hartmann Neuron
Neuronal Resynthesizing Keyboard
What if an instrument could combine the realism of a sampler with the complete control over its sounds that only a true synth can offer? That's what the long-awaited Hartmann Neuron claims to do. We put it to the test...
Published August 2003
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Emu E4XT Ultra
Sampler / Sequencer / Synthesizer
Is it a synth, a sequencer or a sampler? The answer to all three questions is an emphatic 'yes', as Paul White finds out when he takes the E4XT Ultra into his studio.
Published August 1999
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Reorganising Your Studio On A Budget
Tips & Tricks
Getting your studio organised doesn't necessarily mean investing in expensive studio furniture or being a DIY whizz. Derek Johnson & Debbie Poyser explain how they made the most of their space, and pass on some hints and tips for a tidier life.
Published August 1998
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Future Bible Heroes: Stephin Merritt, Chris Ewen & Claudia Gonson
No More Love Songs?
With the cult triple album 69 Love Songs, Stephin Merritt established himself as one of the most remarkable songwriters around. The Future Bible Heroes' new album sees his trademark lyrical cleverness paired with Chris Ewen's distinctive, organic electronica.
Published January 2003
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Yamaha Motif ES
Music Production Synthesizer
Two and a half years after the launch of Yamaha's impressive Motif workstation synth, the range has been further enhanced and upgraded. How much better can it get? We find out...
Published January 2004
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Modartt Pianoteq
Physically Modelled Virtual Piano
Can an 8 Megabyte plug-in really compete with the new generation of multi-Gigabyte sampled grand pianos?
Published January 2007
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Eradicate PC Noise
PC Notes
Martin Walker buys a new quiet hard drive for audio and looks into ways to eradicate any remaining noise, for a silent PC.
Published February 2001
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Studio SOS: Vocal Recordings
Phil Evans
This issue's Studio SOS comes to you from the other side of the world, as we help an Australian reader sort out his vocal recordings.
Published October 2005
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M-Audio Prokeys 88
88-note Stage Piano
M-Audio have applied the same economies of scale to this digital piano that they have to their controller keyboards, with the result that the Prokeys 88 retails for well under £500, with the cut-down Prokeys 88SX costing far less.
Published April 2006
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Sample CDs On Test
Recent sample CD releases
• Ueberschall Groove Shadow Elastik • Nine Volt Audio Textural Rex • Sample Logic The Elements
Published February 2008
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EastWest/Quantum Leap Symphonic Orchestra
Orchestral Sample Library
It's another multi-DVD orchestral library! Does it merit a thunderous introductory timp roll or a feeble tap on a vibraslap? Find out...
Published June 2004
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Identifying & Solving PC MIDI & Audio Timing Problems
PC Musician
Many problems encountered when using PCs to record music are caused by MIDI or audio data not being delivered on time, or by its flow being interrupted. Martin Walker outlines some of the most common causes and symptoms, and tells you how to go about eliminating them.
Published March 2001
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Novation X-Station 25
Controller Keyboard, Audio Interface & Synth
After releasing their Remote 25 MIDI controller keyboard, Novation released the Remote Audio 25, rapidly following it with the Remote Audio 25 Xtreme. Now, the X-Station has replaced both of these. Can we disentangle it from its convoluted beginnings?
Published September 2004
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Ernst Nathorst-Böös
Propellerhead Software
Propellerhead, makers of the unique Reason software studio, have come from nowhere to award-winning developer status in just eight years. We catch up with one of the key men behind this small but influential Swedish company.
Published January 2003
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Korg Kronos
Keyboard Workstation
Korg really know what they're doing when it comes to workstations, and their new one has been eagerly anticipated. Meet the Kronos in our world exclusive review...
Published May 2011
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Dave Smith Poly Evolver
Four-voice Analogue/Digital Synth & Sequencer
2002 saw the release of the Evolver, a quirky hybrid analogue/digital synth and sequencer from Sequential synth pioneer Dave Smith. Now he continues his renaissance with a four-voice polyphonic version that integrates neatly with the original.
Published December 2004
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Akai Z8
Z-Series Hardware Samplers
Many people consider software samplers to have consigned the hardware equivalent to history. Not Akai, who have responded by releasing their best-value hardware samplers ever, offering unprecedented levels of computer integration, and packing them with user-friendly features.
Published July 2002
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Millennium Music
Custom-built PCs
Millennium Music are one of several UK companies who specialise in building PC systems to musicians' individual requirements. Martin Walker test-drives their service...
Published September 2000