Is Analog Experiencing a Resurgence?
Q: I hear that people are returning to analog recording. Is this true? — Eddie S. A: From our perspective, the current trend seems to be more... Read more »
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Apr 18, 2013, 1:07 AM
Apr 17, 2013, 12:50 AM
Sonnox Announces 64-bit AAX Support
Sonnox has announced that they are already working on 64-bit versions of their AAX-format plug-ins, which will provide full 64-bit compatibility... Read more »
Apr 16, 2013, 12:28 AM
Why Don’t PRS 408 Pickups Lose Volume in Single-coil Mode?
Q: Most humbucking pickups lose volume when you split the coils to create a single-coil tone. But the PRS 408 pickups don’t — the volume stays... Read more »
Apr 15, 2013, 12:07 AM
Do Two Apollos Need to Connect to a Computer Using Thunderbolt?
Q: I read the Tech Tip about connecting two Universal Audio Apollo 16s or two Apollo Duos and/or Apollo Quads to a computer for double the... Read more »
Apr 12, 2013, 1:07 AM
Can I Use Two Universal Audio Apollos at the Same Time?
Q: I think the new Universal Audio Apollo 16 looks awesome. I see that you can use two together for 32 inputs and outputs. Can I also combine it... Read more »
Apr 11, 2013, 1:00 AM
New Antelope Audio Orion 32 Mac Driver
Antelope Audio has released version 2 Macintosh driver for the Orion 32. The new driver supports higher sample rates when running the Orion with... Read more »
Apr 10, 2013, 2:58 AM
Can I Connect a USB Interface to Pro Tools?
Q: I come from the old-school Pro Tools world, where you had to use Digidesign hardware to run the software. I understand that Pro Tools is now... Read more »
Apr 9, 2013, 12:56 AM
What is Pro Tools Aggregate I/O For?
Q: Pro Tools on my Mac has an audio engine option for Aggregate I/O; what is this? A: On the Mac using Core Audio, in the Pro Tools Audio... Read more »
Apr 8, 2013, 1:10 AM
Grace m905 Firmware Update
Grace Design has released version 1.10 firmware for the m905 stereo monitor controller. The new version adds a number of useful features: DSD... Read more »
Apr 5, 2013, 12:56 AM
What does “-20dB Pad” Really Mean?
Q: I always thought that it was weird to say you were using a “-20dB” pad. How can a pad be negative? Doesn’t the term “pad” itself indicate... Read more »