Why is Pro Tools Automation Control Grayed Out?
Q: I have automation recorded into my tracks in Pro Tools, but in the Mix window, the automation control is grayed out and italic — I can’t get... Read more »
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How to Troubleshoot a Tube Amp
Q: My tube guitar combo amp is making some strange noises when I play through it. Odd buzzes. How can I try to figure out what is wrong? A:... Read more »
May 16, 2014, 8:01 AM
Line 6 Amplifi Remote 1.1
Line 6 has released version 1.1 of Amplifi Remote. The new version introduces tone sharing via Facebook and Twitter, enhanced search, and more.... Read more »
May 15, 2014, 4:15 PM
Want Great Drum Tracks? Tune Up!
Watch a great studio drummer during a session and you’ll notice something right away: they’re constantly tuning their drum heads. Just as... Read more »
May 14, 2014, 8:25 AM
Can I Use Batteries with TC Electronic Mini-Pedals?
Q: Can I put a battery into a TC Electronic Corona Mini Chorus? A: No, the TC Electronic Mini-Pedals family all require a 9-volt power supply.... Read more »
May 13, 2014, 10:14 PM
TC Electronic Mini-Pedal TonePrints?
Q: Can I use the same TonePrints with the new Flashback Mini Delay as I use with my full-size Flashback Delay? A: TC has created Mini-Pedal... Read more »
May 12, 2014, 6:25 PM
Universal Audio Releases UAD Software v7.7
Universal Audio has released version 7.7 UAD Software. The new version includes the Neve 1073 Preamp & EQ Collection with Unison Technology,... Read more »
May 9, 2014, 7:48 AM
Arturia Releases Spark 2
Arturia has released version 2 of Spark. Spark 2 adds 50 new kits, 800 new instruments, an updated song mode, a new modular synth-style sound... Read more »
May 8, 2014, 8:58 AM
Pro Tools Bounce to Disk At Wrong Sample Rate?
Q: I’m using the Bounce-to-Disk function in Pro Tools, but it’s bouncing my files at the wrong sample rate. My session is at 44.1kHz, but the... Read more »
May 7, 2014, 8:09 AM
Moog MF-104M Firmware Update
Moog has released v1.0.3 firmware for the MF-104M. The new version includes several fixes related to tap tempo and modulation, a fix for a... Read more »