Answers to common MOTU MachFive questions.
MOTU’s MachFive Universal Sampler is easy to install and use. Still, some issues arise that require a little explanation. Here are three common... Read more »
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Aug 25, 2004, 12:00 AM
Aug 24, 2004, 12:00 AM
Synth Expansion Boards and MIDI Sequencers
Q: “I just added an expansion board to my Kurzweil (Yamaha, Roland, Korg, etc.) synthesizer. How do I get Digital Performer 4 to recognize the... Read more »
Aug 23, 2004, 12:00 AM
Electric Guitar Neck Joints Compared
Q: “Which is best on an electric guitar, a set neck, a bolt-on or a neck through body?” A: It’s not so much an issue of “best” as it is “which... Read more »
Aug 20, 2004, 12:00 AM
The Elusive “Tube Warmth” Mystique
Q: “What, exactly, is ‘tube warmth?’ What causes it, and why would I want it in my mic preamp?” A: Two of these questions can be answered in... Read more »
Aug 18, 2004, 12:00 AM
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth – Happy Together?
Wireless technology is not new to musicians. Wireless mics and instrument transmitters have been around for many years. More live performers... Read more »
Aug 17, 2004, 12:00 AM
Make the Most of your Orchestral Samples
A full-size symphony orchestra is a magnificent sounding ensemble. It has a dynamic range from whisper-soft to rock-and-roll roaring. And the... Read more »
Aug 16, 2004, 12:00 AM
Distortion and summing.
Q: “I’m mixing live sound for a band and we all hear distortion through the PA, even though nothing on my board indicates clipping. What’s the... Read more »
Aug 13, 2004, 12:00 AM
Capturing Audio while Shooting Video Using House Sync
More artists and groups are getting personally involved with video production issues. Here’s a point you need to understand when you’re... Read more »
Aug 12, 2004, 12:00 AM
Truss Rod Adjustments on Fender American Deluxe and American Series Telecasters and Stratocasters
The purpose of a truss rod is to counteract the tension placed on the neck by the strings. This tension is visible as a slight “bow” in the neck... Read more »
Aug 11, 2004, 12:00 AM
Using Rhythms from the Discrete Drums CD with your Boss BR-1180CD
A number of BR-1180CD owners have been hesitant to use the Discrete Drums CD that was included in the package. This collection of loops, fills... Read more »