How to Control SoundToys Little AlterBoy via MIDI
One of the tasty hidden features of SoundToys’ Little AlterBoy is that you can map a MIDI keyboard to the Pitch knob of the plug-in. In... Read more »
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Apr 16, 2015, 7:36 PM
Apr 15, 2015, 7:27 PM
Line 6 Updates Pod HD to v2.6
Line 6 brings new features and amp models to the Pod HD line of products with firmware update v2.6. In addition to bug fixes and a new Global EQ... Read more »
Apr 14, 2015, 1:07 PM
How to Manage Your Data
A Guide for Data Storage Best Practices Featuring G-Technology Hard Drives If you’re like most people involved with audio and music production,... Read more »
Apr 13, 2015, 6:50 PM
What is the Difference between a Balanced vs Unbalanced Audio Signal?
The difference between balanced and unbalanced audio signals has to do with the design of the audio circuit. A balanced audio circuit, like the... Read more »
Apr 10, 2015, 8:43 AM
Cakewalk Releases new Cambridge Update for SONAR
Cakewalk has released the “Cambridge” update for all three versions of SONAR: Sonar Artist, Sonar Professional, and Sonar Platinum. The new... Read more »
Apr 9, 2015, 7:41 PM
Q: What processing was used on the AEA N22 Demo Video Recorded in Sweetwater Studios?
In order to demonstrate the sound of the microphones as purely as possible, the signal path was as natural as could be. The AEA N22 Active... Read more »
Apr 8, 2015, 7:06 PM
How To Get the Most From Your Delay Pedal – Part 1
Delay is one of the most powerful and flexible effects available. The concept of repeating a segment of sound is a simple one, but what happens... Read more »
Apr 8, 2015, 7:01 PM
Q: Why Do I Hear a Popping Sound when I Put My Amp in Standby?
When you turn on your amp, a constant supply of voltage runs through your amp. When you flip the switch and put your amp in standby, you are... Read more »
Apr 7, 2015, 4:18 PM
Blue Cat Audio Updates PatchWork to 1.7
Blue Cat Audio has updated its PatchWork universal plug-in host software to version 1.7. The new version features: The Effect version now offers... Read more »
Apr 6, 2015, 6:05 PM
How to Effectively Use Tape and Tube Simulation
Tape and tube simulation plug-ins such as Avid’s Reel Tape Saturation for Pro Tools, are increasingly popular for lending digital tracks a more... Read more »