Multiple UAD-2 Satellites?
Q: I’m very interested in adding a Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite to my studio, but can I run more than one Satellite at once for more DSP... Read more »
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Mar 1, 2011, 12:00 AM
Feb 28, 2011, 12:00 AM
Racks and Heat
It’s easy to forget, when loading gear in a rack, that some pieces generate a substantial amount of heat — and heat is a primary foe of... Read more »
Feb 25, 2011, 12:00 AM
Cable Organization: Tame That Nest of Cable Mess
If you’ve ever needed a cable in a pinch, but realized your last cable-wrapping job wasn’t your best, you know that cable management is... Read more »
Feb 24, 2011, 12:00 AM
More Mic Bleed
Q: I read your tip about controlling mic bleed when tracking. I have some tracks that were recorded that have a lot of bleed on them. Is there... Read more »
Feb 23, 2011, 12:00 AM
Controlling Mic Bleed
When tracking multiple instruments in one room, there are trade offs. You’ll get a more “live” sound, and you may get a better performance... Read more »
Feb 22, 2011, 12:00 AM
What kind of cloth to cover homemade acoustic panels?
Q: I’m making my own acoustic panels, but I’m wondering what cloth I should use to cover them for the best acoustic results. A: The standard... Read more »
Feb 21, 2011, 12:00 AM
One Large Room or Build a Booth?
Q: I have my studio in a largish room, that’s rectangular shaped. I’ve been thinking about partitioning off a section to use as a vocal... Read more »
Feb 18, 2011, 12:00 AM
Uninstall before Install?
Q: I’m going to install Pro Tools 9 on my studio computer. Do I need to uninstall Pro Tools 8 before I put on the new version or will it just... Read more »
Feb 17, 2011, 12:00 AM
Clean Up Your Rack AC Wiring
You’ve got to have AC power for just about every piece of gear in a studio or live rack. The problem is that all those cables can turn into a... Read more »
Feb 16, 2011, 12:00 AM
Affordable Rack Illumination
There’s nothing worse than trying to wire up an equipment rack without proper lighting. How many times have you contorted yourself behind a... Read more »