Neve 88RS MKII from Universal Audio
Universal Audio’s emulation of the Neve 88RS channel strip was originally released in 2007, and has become a well loved tool in the UAD-2 toolkit.
In recent years however, Universal Audio has adopted the practice of improving upon old plug-in code, creating even more … Read More
For most engineers, the ultimate goal is to be able to “feel” their way through a mix, and to do their work in a completely natural and intuitive way.
Much like professional musicians, who often transcribe great solos with the hope that in time, that conscious effort will lead to … Read More
Getting more for less is always appealing. Audio pros who have been considering the Sonnox Restore Suite now have that pleasant prospect at hand.
Restore is available for a big discount through October 31st.
Restore has now been released in 64-bit format, making it compatible with Pro Tools 11 & … Read More
It’s not an appetite for destruction – this is a parallel for detection.
It’s 5 in 1 with Waves’ new eMo D5.
If we seem to speak cryptically, allow us to clarify: Waves Audio has launched the eMo D5 Dynamics plugin, which is the first plugin to use Waves’ … Read More
Behind every audio engineer, there’s an engineering exec like Larry Pendergrass.
In July, Pendergrass was named SVP of Engineering at LOUD Technologies, and now he has a lot on his shoulders. There are six brands under the pro audio conglomerate’s corporate umbrella, including Mackie and Ampeg — two names that … Read More
Sometimes the worst way to to start a mix is at the beginning. What does that mean? Click below to find out as Justin Colletti offers a better way to start your mixes off right:
As we’re all aware Universal Audio is no stranger to the OS X environment. In fact, UA has traditionally made its Apollo interfaces specifically available for Mac over Thunderbolt – Until today!
Windows users will now be able to harness the power of UAD Processing with the portable Apollo Twin … Read More
At IBC 2015, HARMAN JBL Professional (yes, that is the full legal name) has announced a new modular referencing monitor system. The take from this system is that it can be scaled to any size room, and excels in the dialog range.
First up in JBL’s new 7 Series … Read More
The Axis EQ plugin from Sly-Fi Digital
Sly-Fi Digital, a newly founded digital arm of UBK Audio, launched last month with what seems like highly varied product line, especially when you consider the fact that they’ve only released three plugins to date.
At first glance I was drawn … Read More
Much of audio engineering is about avoiding distortion. Outside of guitar sounds and tube saturation, “distortion” is often considered a dirty word.
“Dirty” is all a matter of perspective though, and sometimes a little added grit can really accentuate your pristine sounds. Other times, a bit of overblown aggressiveness is … Read More
There’s no shortage of instant stardom machines to transfix kids and their devoted parents. From “America’s Got Talent” to “The Voice” – not to mention what a hot YouTube channel can do – fame today just looks so easy.
Steven Beer is spreading essential knowledge across generations with his new … Read More
Every year the Deli Magazine stomps on our dreams – and we love them for it.
44 manufacturers make 2015 the stompiest year yet!
We’re talking about the Brooklyn Stompbox Exhibit, of course, happening this weekend on September 19-20 at the Williamsburg guitar store Main Drag Music. Exhibit … Read More
Roland has introduced their next generation of JUNO synthesizers with JUNO-DS. Expanding on JUNO’s sound quality, the DS includes improved pianos, additional organs, waveform expansion capability, Phrase Pads, new vocal effects, mic input with effects, and more. The previous generation JUNO-Di library is also included in the JUNO-DS, adding … Read More
Michael James is music. It’s at the center of absolutely everything he does.
Michael James and 64 channels of summing mixers.
The LA-based mix engineer has been riding high all year, thanks to a double #1 hit via his mix of the song “Estrellas Rotas” from the brilliant … Read More
Small is BIG! AKG has announced their MicroLite Series of wearable microphones. The small microphones are ideal for discrete vocal reinforcement applications including broadcast, theater, and conference.
The MicroLite Series microphones include ear-hook and head-worn options, and moisture and EMC resistance. Models include:
The MicroLite LC81 MD cardioid lavalier.
The Nashville Gear Expo keeps getting bigger.
Gear + party=AWESOME
The third annual addition of the event is taking place this Saturday, September 26 from 10 AM-4 PM. It all goes down at Vintage King Nashville, in the Berry Hill neighborhood – specifically 2826 Dogwood Place, Nashville, TN.
The … Read More
If you’ve been poking around the site the past couple days, you may have noticed a special new offer from our friends over at Sonarworks.
From now through September 30th, SonicScoop readers can get some very cool new headphone calibration software for FREE with a purchase of Sonarworks’ flagship “Reference … Read More
LA-based audio professionals with an interest in sound-four-picture can get a 2-for-1 this weekend. Not only will they get to learn from elite men and women in the industry, but they will receive entrée to the state-of-the-art Sony Pictures Post Production complex.
Spend the day inside Sony this Saturday.
That’s … Read More
