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Battle Of The Multimedia
Amiga Notes
Paul Austin referees the first round of the Amiga's biggest ever multimedia battle.
Published April 1994
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Granular Synthesis
How It Works & Ways To Use It
Granular synthesis is the core technology behind the latest time-stretching and pitch-shifting algorithms, but it can also be used to generate extraordinary evolving soundscapes. We explain how the process works and show you how to get the best from the software that uses it.
Published December 2005
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Soundfield SPS422
Microphone
Paul White tests a mic that's outstanding in its field — without going out and standing in a field.
Published April 1996
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Optimising G-series Macs Powerbooks, iMacs & iBooks: Part 4
Tips & Tricks
Paul Wiffen concludes his investigation into reliable means of audio interfacing on new-style Macintoshes when the traditional PCI card route is not available to you. This month, he tests two more USB audio-only interfaces, and reaches some definitive conclusins about Tascam's US428 MIDI and audio interface.
Published February 2001
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AVI Gravitron Monitors
As the car ad says, "size matters!" and AVI have proved the point with their biggest loudspeakers yet, the Gravitrons. AVI say they're built 'without compromise' and 'regardless of cost'. Hugh Robjohns will see about that...
Published October 1999
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Elektron Monomachine
Multiple-Synthesis Keyboard & Sequencer
Elektron maintain their reputation for producing unusual, innovative instruments with the bizarrely shaped Monomachine; it features six types of synthesis engine, a versatile sequencer, and effects. Is it refreshingly original, or a step too far?
Published April 2004
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Akai MPC4000
Sampling Workstation
Akai's MPC sampling workstations have been a studio fixture for nearly 15 years, and the MPC4000 is the most powerful one yet. But the world of sampling has changed dramatically since the MPC2000XL was released. Can an MPC still cut it in the 21st century?
Published September 2002
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Alesis Ion User Tips
Programming Guide
Although the Ion is already well-respected for its sound quality, its synthesis architecture is also surprisingly flexible. We show you how to get the best from this little beast in your studio.
Published October 2004
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RME DIGI 96/8 PAD
Soundcard For PC & Mac
RME's DIGI range of soundcards offers comprehensive cross-platform support, high audio quality and lots of extras, such as digital format conversion.
Published February 2002
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Roland XP30
64-voice Expandable Synthesizer
Take the sound engine of the acclaimed JV1080/2080, add the data from three expansion boards (plus space for two more), a 5-octave keyboard arpeggiator, 40 multi-effect algorithms and four real-time control sliders and what do you get? Paul Farrer turns (XP)30...
Published August 1999
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Yamaha SREV1
Sampling Reverberator
Yamaha' s cutting-edge reverberation processor uses convolution techniques to sample the ambience of real acoustic environments, allowing extremely accurate simulations.
Published June 2002
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MOTU 2408 Mk3, 24I/O & HD192
PCI-based Audio Interfaces [Mac/PC]
MOTU's range of PCI audio interfaces is based around a single PCI card, with three different rackmounting units offering combinations of analogue and digital I/O.
Published October 2003
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Latest Sample CDs
Sample Library
We check out: Amps & Pickups 2 **** • Post-Estonia Grand Piano **** • Brush Artistry **** • Distoteque **** • Tower Of Funk *** • Post Orchestral Instruments ***
Published February 2004
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Tascam 564
Digital MiniDisc Portastudio (Preview)
Tascam revolutionised home recording with their cassette-based Portastudio, but haven't yet offered a budget digital version to compete with the Fostex DMT8/D80 and Roland VS880. Now their 4-track MiniDisc-based 564 is almost ready. Paul White gets a sneak preview...
Published August 1996
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Alesis Nanoverb
Mini Digital Effects Unit
This is the smallest and least costly reverb unit Alesis have ever produced. Paul White finds out whether you can mind the quality and still feel the width!
Published August 1996
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MARK CUNNINGHAM: Recreating Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band
Interview | Artist
In the spring of 1987, Mark Cunningham took on the most bizarre project of his musical career: re-recording The Beatles' Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band. Ten years later, as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the original album, Mark revisits his curious sessions.
Published June 1997
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Enhanced CD Format: Part 1
How To Use It
Commercial singles and albums are incorporating ever-more-sophisticated interactive audio and visual content, often using the Enhanced CD format. Janet Harniman-Cook starts this two-part feature with a look at how the format is being used by record companies, and the possibilities that are open to independent musicians.
Published July 1999
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Tascam DA88 Care & Maintenance
Tips & Tricks
Getting the best performance from a digital tape recorder such as the DA88 depends largely on conscientious maintenance and cleaning. Tascam's chief service manager, Joe Fialho, tells Paul White what can safely be done by the user — and when it's necessary to call in the professionals.
Published October 1996
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Hardware Safety Guidelines For The PC Musician
PC Musician
The new PC interfacing standards of USB and Firewire brought with them the promise of 'hot-plugging' and easy interconnection. But some musicians have discovered, to their cost, that the reality doesn't always live up to the promise. We investigate...
Published October 2005
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SIGMA ENIGMA
Korg Sigma Analogue Monosynth
Is it a home organ-style keyboard? Is it a real synth? Is it a complete crock? Paul Ward explores the Korg Sigma, an instrument with a serious identity crisis...
Published June 2001