How Often Should I Replace My Audio Cables?
Cables don’t “wear out” in the same way that some components, such as vacuum tubes, do. In most cases, unless it is damaged or suffers wear from... Read more »
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Jul 6, 2016, 2:04 PM
Jul 5, 2016, 6:43 PM
Soundtoys Releases v5.0.4
Soundtoys has updated their processors to version 5.0.4. This update fixes a MIDI-syncing issue with Tremolator, PhaseMistress, PanMan, and... Read more »
Jul 1, 2016, 7:45 AM
Cakewalk Updates SONAR to 2016.06
Cakewalk has issued their latest monthly update to SONAR. The newest version, 2016.06, includes: Numerous bug fixes and enhancements Smart Swipe... Read more »
Jun 30, 2016, 7:54 AM
EQ Before or After Compression?
Whether to use EQ before or after (or both before and after) applying compression is a creative choice. But to make the best decision, you... Read more »
Jun 29, 2016, 7:53 AM
U-He Updates Satin to v1.3
U-He has update Satin, their flexible tape emulation plug-in, to version 1.3. New features and improvements: Added Preferences panel New VST3... Read more »
Jun 28, 2016, 5:53 PM
Avid Releases Sibelius 8.4
Avid has just released Sibelius 8.4. In addition to numerous bug fixes and improvements, this update introduces a new Custom Staff Sizes... Read more »
Jun 27, 2016, 6:05 PM
How to Use Both Delay and Reverb During Mixdown
Delay and reverb are classic effects that you’ll find yourself using in almost every mix, sometimes on different tracks, but often on the same... Read more »
Jun 24, 2016, 8:54 AM
BOSS Updates DD-500 Firmware
BOSS has released a new firmware update for their DD-500 delay, bringing it to version 1.10. The new firmware includes the following additions:... Read more »
Jun 23, 2016, 3:54 PM
Overloud Updates TH3 to v3.2.0
Overloud has released an update to TH3, their amp-simulation software. Version 3.2.0, in addition to bug fixes, includes the following features,... Read more »
Jun 22, 2016, 6:20 PM
Nektar Adds Reason 9 Support
Nektar has released an update to their line of keyboard controllers that includes both DAW integration with the just-released Propellerhead... Read more »