In this article, Paul Maunder explores a powerful feature of Pro Tools called Satellite Link which allows you to link multiple Pro Tools systems over an ethernet network. Paul explains the reasons why you would want to do this and demonstrates how to configure a Video Satellite.
The Pros & Cons Of Using Templates In The Studio
Templates promise a streamlined workflow, consistency, and a reduction in mundane setup tasks. But could these conveniences be subtly undermining the very creativity they aim to support? In this article we consider the pros and cons of using templates for the creative professional.
Tools Every Dialogue Editor Should Have In 2024
Is dialog editing part or all of what you do? Either way, you need a suite of tools to help you manipulate the spoken word, whether it’s Film, TV or Radio. In this article Mike Thornton looks at which tools, both standalone software and plugins, he feels every dialog editor should have.
Collaborator Or Hired Help - What's Possible In Freelance Audio Work?
Any audio professional worth hiring is always going to try and do their best on a project, but how far is it possible to go from hired-help to collaborator? We explore this question.
Why Audio Marketing Claims Need To Be True More Than Ever!
The audio production market is flooded with software tools promising to revolutionise the creative process. The choices are vast, but so are the claims. The integrity of these marketing claims is more important than ever. We call out some of the more dubious claims and say why they matter.
Harrison Mixbus 10 - New Features Explored
Now in its second decade, Harrison’s Mixbus sets out to bring the American console manufacturer’s sound and workflow into the box. Here we give an overview of Mixbus 10 and its new features, get some user opinion, and some background from the people behind it.
Audio Post Production Is Changing - Here's How
Earlier this year, we considered how AI is changing audio post production, however the industry has actually been on a course of change for some time already, most notably in the job roles which many of us have to take on day to day. In this article, Paul Maunder explores the other factors which have driven this change.
7 Audio Plugins Mike Thornton Can’t Live Without
Following on from various team members sharing their list of must-have plugins, in this article, Mike Thornton shares his top 7 plugins from his lifetime of working in broadcast audio and post production.
How Intelligent Audio Plugins Can Streamline The Mix Process
With a new generation of tools using either advanced algorithms or AI to do what they do, engineers can achieve more than ever in the mix. Whether it’s a fresh take on an old favourite, or the latest restorative fix, here we take a look at what can be achieved with these magic modern helpers.
Generative AI Is The Porn Of Creativity
This article explores the provocative comparison between generative AI and pornography, examining their implications for human expression, connection, and the erosion of creativity's essence.
Acon Digital Acoustica - Our Pick Of The Best Tools
Acoustica is great for audio editing, post production, mastering and restoration with a set of tools that can also be used in your DAW because they also come as AAX, VST and AU plugins. Here, Paul Maunder takes a look at the ones he uses most often for his post production work.
Remote Audio & Video Collaboration Software Choices In 2024
This decade has seen some big changes in how the industry gets things done remotely. With a number of competing platforms letting audio pros do their thing wherever they are, here we round up some of those out there and what they offer.
Imposter Syndrome: Turning Doubt into Productivity
While Imposter Syndrome is typically viewed as a hindrance to success, it can actually be reframed and used as a catalyst for growth and productivity. In this article, we will explore how composers, musicians, and audio professionals can harness Imposter Syndrome to their advantage, turning doubt into fuel for personal and professional development.
DaVinci Resolve 19 Beta Announced With Impressive Audio Tools
Blackmagic Design has announced DaVinci Resolve 19 with over 100 new features, including some impressive tools for audio in the Fairlight section. We have the details.
How Different DAWs Do Offline Audio Processing
The all-conquering real time audio plugin might be the first stop for audio processing, but rendered treatments can still have their place. Here we look at the Why and How of offline audio processing in the age of mega-track counts and ever-faster computers…
We Check Out MixStage IO
As some budgets get smaller, attended client approvals for post production mixes might be a luxury some projects cannot stretch to. In this video, Paul Maunder and Luke Goddard check out one tool that allows post mixers and clients to review and collaborate remotely.
We Check Out The New Features In Soundly
Following its recent big update, Paul Maunder demonstrates some of the new features in the Soundly sound effects platform which he’s finding most useful for his Post Production work.
Understanding Loudness Part 6 - Using Loudness Meters For Music And Post Production
We are seeing loudness normalisation in more workflows, not just broadcast audio but music streaming services, too. There is a wide range of Loudness meters out there now, and we thought it would be helpful to provide a round-up of the different options that are now available. We know it is not completely exhaustive, but it covers the main players in the loudness meter plug-in sector.
Two Character Traits To Set A Modern Audio Professional Apart From The Crowd
Audio production is facing attack from several sides, some technology based, and attitudes that expect us to do more with less. I've come to realise that technical skills alone are no longer sufficient to stand out. Today, distinguishing myself requires a blend of abilities and character traits that extend beyond mere technical proficiency. In this article, I'll look at two fundamental character traits that I believe set modern audio professionals apart, the second one may surprise you.
Default Settings Every Modern Professional DAW Should Have
Here’s our five things we think should be default in a DAW, in other words, on unless you choose otherwise.