The Sound of SilenceJan 1, 2004, By Oliver Masciarotte Last month, I discussed an Open Source DAW, so this month, let's take a look at some hardware aspects of that DIY DAW by taking what is a free computer... Don't Throw Away That Amp!Jan 1, 2004, By Eddie Ciletti It might be January for you, but I'm writing this in October, still recovering from the AES show and already thinking about NAMM.... BIAS Peak 4Dec 1, 2003, By Laura Pallanck Besides getting a new look, the latest version of BIAS' 2-channel, Mac-only audio editor, Peak 4, includes a number of useful features, such as multiprocessor support, the ability to loop QuickTime movies and record audio while a movie is playing, and the ability to perform disk-at-once CD burning directly from the playlist or any audio document window.... Recording PianoNov 1, 2003, By Blair Jackson Periodically, we like to check with engineers to see whether technology or other considerations have changed the ways they record music.... The Geeks SpeakOct 1, 2003, By Eddie Ciletti and Friends The technician's path is one of evolution, from repair and installation to modifications, design and, for some, manufacturing.... The Decca TreeSep 1, 2003, By Ron Streicher Ever since the 1930s, when early experiments in stereo transmission techniques were conducted on both sides of the Atlantic, two basic but radically different approaches to stereophonic recording — coincident microphones vs. spaced microphones — have coexisted.... And I Thought the Salsa Was Hot!Sep 1, 2003, By Oliver Masciarotte Chips, they're everywhere: in your toaster, in your car (quite a few, in fact) and, of course, in your DAW.... The Engineer and the VocalistAug 1, 2003, By Maureen Droney So what's the big deal? With automatic tuning devices, nondestructive digital editing, multitracking and effects, why worry about the vocal sound?... Just Hum a Few BarsAug 1, 2003, By Oliver Masciarotte >By now, you've probably come across some appliance or service that recognizes human speech: your cell phone, perhaps, or the customer service call-in line at your credit card company.... Guitar Amps and TubesJul 1, 2003, BY EDDIE CILETTI I have more than a passing interest in guitar-amplification technology, specifically the tubular variety. Here are a few tips that range from safety to sonics, and noise immunity to tube testing.... Recording the BandJul 1, 2003, By Blair Jackson There was a time, not so very long ago, when nearly all "live albums" were recorded by remote trucks. Occasionally, you would find a band - such as the Grateful Dead - who were serious about keeping an archive of all their performances for posterity and so made simple stereo recordings from the soundboard's feed, but they were the exception rather than the rule in the '60s and '70s. Needless to say, things have changed.... Get Trigger-Happy With Digital PerformerJun 1, 2003, BY MICHAEL COOPER Mark of the Unicorn’s Digital Performer audio software can be used to trigger drums. Tips for audio professionals using Digital Performer with drum triggers.... The Time TunnelApr 1, 2003, Eddie Ciletti My first encounter with the EMT-156 dates back to 1982, when I was wrapping up a project with Bay Area band The Mutants (as produced by the late Snakefinger)... Posting and Beaming Into the FutureApr 1, 2003, BY PAUL D. LEHRMAN Welcome to the GSPoT! the kid grinned at me. Mr. Grumpmeier told us you were coming. We're really happy you're going to write about us in Mix magazine.... Double Your Bits, Double Your FunMar 1, 2003, BY OLIVER MASCIAROTTE Mix takes a look at one of the most basic questions a budding audio novice asks: "Mommy, why do we need 24 bits when our hearing's only 20?"... The Quest for PowerMar 1, 2003, by Ned Mann We all want more power. Admit it. When it comes to the gear we all lust after whether it's a Massenburg EQ or the hottest new plug-in it never seems to... Signal Processing and Methods in Surround MixingMar 1, 2003, BY BARRY RUDOLPH Mix talked to eight professional surround engineer/producers about signal processing in surround. Here's what they had to say.... Cardioid-Carrying MemberMar 1, 2003, BY EDDIE CILETTI In my January column, I touched on four variables of low-frequency perception: the Equal Loudness Curve for humans; loudness controls found on consumer... Recording Vocals From A to DFeb 1, 2003, By Michael Cooper Move beyond the tired arguments as to whether analog recordings sound better than digital, and you'll find few engineers who will contest the tremendous... Computer, Do the Math!Feb 1, 2003, BY OLIVER MASCIAROTTE This month, I'm delving into a topic that generates its share of enmity in the two audio camps: the Fixed and the Floats. Like the prodigal McCoys and... Most Popularadvertisement PollsTalkBack
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