Sonoma Wire Works Updates DrumCore to v4.0.11
Sonoma Wire Works has released a bugfix update to their drum instrument, DrumCore 4. The new version, 4.0.11, fixes an incorrect sample rate... Read more »
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PreSonus Universal Control 1.8 for AudioBox Interfaces
PreSonus has released Universal Control 1.8 and recommends it for all AudioBox interfaces. The new update adds: AudioBox Series interface... Read more »
Aug 30, 2016, 7:18 PM
Line 6 Releases AMPLIFi Remote 2.6
Line 6 has updated their AMPFLIFi Remote app, which allows mobile device integration with their AMPLIFi series of amplifiers — including the... Read more »
Aug 29, 2016, 7:20 PM
Cakewalk Releases SONAR 2016.08 Update
Calkwalk has released the 2016.08 update for SONAR Artist, SONAR Professional, and SONAR Platinum. In addition to numerous bug fixes, the update... Read more »
Aug 26, 2016, 8:54 AM
Modulate Sample Start for Better Synth Sounds
If you’re looking for a simple way to make a sample-based synthesizer patch more dynamic, try modulating the sample start using velocity. If the... Read more »
Aug 25, 2016, 8:09 AM
How to Quiet a Noisy Guitar
If you’re playing guitar around gear with transformers or other gear that emits an electro-magnetic field (EMF), it can interfere with electric... Read more »
Aug 24, 2016, 8:15 AM
How to Get Better Results with a Speaker Emulator
Sometimes when recording, you just can’t let your amp blast through a cabinet; you have to record “silently.” The mic- and speaker-emulated... Read more »
Aug 23, 2016, 8:13 AM
What is the Difference between Word Clock and Clock Sync?
Every digital device has an internal clock that determines when each sample should be captured (recorded) or reconstructed (replayed). This is... Read more »
Aug 22, 2016, 8:12 AM
How to Use a Subwoofer with a PA System
It takes a lot of energy to project low-frequency sound. This means that in a medium-sized or larger venue, it’s easy for kick drums and low... Read more »
Aug 19, 2016, 8:11 AM
Options for Tuning the Bottom Head Of Your Toms
If you tune the bottom head of your toms to the same pitch as the top head, you’ll get a purer tone with more sustain. This is great for jazz,... Read more »