SOUND ON SOUND
We try to improve a gypsy jazz mix, and discover that even the best references need to be taken with a pinch of salt.
Saturation effects can be used in different ways to make mixing easier. Find out how...
We explore ways to get the most out of the Avid S1 controller.
We explore the 5.2 update which offers enhancements to the Score Editor, the introduction of live looping to the Arranger Track, and improved tools for remote collaboration.
Introducing Reason+ and the Algoritm FM synth.
Despite the challenges of producing the album remotely, Dave Fridmann’s work on the latest Mogwai album saw the band top the charts for the very first time.
‘Walk Like An Egyptian’ was a huge hit for the Bangles, but it all started with a demo mix‑up and some very unusual percussion.
How do you export your projects for use in other DAWs? Read on to find out...
In need of melodic inspiration? Cubase 11's Scale Assistant can help.
These audio examples accompany April 2021's Lockdown Mixdown article.
Eddie Bazil gives us an introduction into the creative use of Phasers, with practical examples using drums, vocals and synth pads.
These audio examples accompany our Cubase Mastering workshop in SOS April 2021.
We show you how to structure your music with the Arranger Track.
We explore the new bounce options in 2020.11 and reveal their benefits.
Want to try a spot of DIY mastering? You can do so in any version of Cubase 11, including Elements.
Bands are still recording music even though they can’t use professional studios or play together — and this means new challenges for mix engineers.
We show you a different approach to arranging in Live.
Pads are the glue that holds entire genres of music together. We look at how you can improve yours.
Take control of your mixes with VCAs.
Logic’s drum instruments offer powerful ways of laying down percussion and more...