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Falcon 030
Atari Notes
Vic Lennard considers the place of Atari's Falcon 030 in the world of digital audio.
Published February 1994
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Penny & Giles DC16
MIDI Controller
The DC16 is an assignable control surface ideal for use both with gear and software, and with digital audio systems such as Pro Tools. Mike Collins just loves being in control.
Published October 1997
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Sonic Foundry Sound Forge 4
Software & DSP Plug-ins
The arrival of audio processing software plug-ins for the PC means that the platform can now compete as a viable digital audio workstation, and the latest update to PC audio editor Sound Forge supports the use of several software-based processors. Martin Walker checks them out.
Published March 1997
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Steinberg LM4
24-bit VST Drum Module
Effectively a drum machine in plug-in form, Steinberg's new LM4 offers the seamless integration with Cubase that is the boon of all VST instruments, as well as claiming far better timing than any MIDI device. Martin Walker pounds the PC beat, while Paul Ward delivers the Mac perspective.
Published July 2000
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Focusrite Liquid Channel
Recording Channel
Combining Focusrite's cutting-edge preamplification and A-D conversion with Sintefex's pioneering convolution technology, the Liquid Channel can mimic the most celebrated mic preamps and compressors ever designed. Could this be the only voice channel you'll ever need?
Published July 2004
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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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Digidesign Command 8
DAW Control Surface
With fader controllers, you often have a choice of buying something dedicated to one software package, or selecting a generic unit that gives versatility at the cost of tight integration. Digidesign's Command 8 aims to offer the best of both worlds.
Published July 2004
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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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Tonehammer Requiem
Choral Sample Library
Sanctify your soundtracks with Tonehammer's new choral library.
Published December 2010
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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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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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Studio SOS: Ross Prior
Your Studio Problems Solved
Sweetening the mixing environment and sorting out the bass end is this month's task — but there's much more to do than adding a bit of rockwool!
Published December 2006
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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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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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Alesis Master Control
Firewire Audio Interface & Control Surface
Audio interface, control surface, monitor controller — the Alesis Master Control does it all. Could it be the perfect companion to your DAW?
Published April 2009
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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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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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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