Many times, I've been in a mix or a sound design session and we've reached an impasse. No matter what we do to the sound, it doesn't match with what the director has in their head. Reformer Pro by Krotos Audio, promises to change all this by bringing live performance back to sound design, but can Krotos really transform your sound-design workflow? We put it to the test.
We Try The New Vanguard Audio Labs V1S + Lolli Stereo Microphone System On Drum Overheads
These days I try to keep my gear buying habits under control and yes I did just say that out loud. However, when I am thinking about forking out some heard earned cash for a new bit of kit, I ask myself two very important questions, that normally have nothing to do with the cost or value of the gear.
Does this “thing” do it better than the old “thing”?
What else does this “thing” do over and above the old “thing”?
This Week's New Products For Music And Post Production From iZotope, PatchCad and Vanguard - What We Think
If you want a quick round-up of some of the hottest new software releases for use in music and post-production then at Production Expert we've created this summary. We tell you what the brand says and what we think, we also include links to help you find out more. This week we take a look at RX 7 Standard, RX 7 Advanced and Insight 2 from iZotope, PatchCad 2.0 from PatchCad and the Vanguard Audio Labs V1S + Lolli Stereo Microphone System.
iZotope RX 7 Is Released Today - We Have Exclusive Demos And Review - Find Out What We Think
RX 7 is here, there is no more waiting. RX 7 Advanced has new Dialogue Contour and Dialog De-reverb modules, new AudioSuite plug-ins and multi-channel support up to Dolby Atmos 7.1.2. RX 7 Standard has new machine learning powered features like Music Rebalance and Repair Assistant and RX Elements gets a streamlined version of Repair Assistant. We have exclusive demos and you can find out we think of iZotope’s latest release of RX.
iZotope Release Insight 2 Audio Metering Plug-in And New Post Production Suite 3 Today With Insight 2 And RX 7
iZotope today has released RX Post Production Suite 3, a bundle which includes two brand-new product updates, RX 7 Advanced and the long-awaited Insight 2, as well as Neutron 2 Advanced, RX Loudness Control, and bonus content from Pro Sound Effects and Groove3.
Roundup - Expert Reviews Of Top Microphones You Can Buy Today
However, you record audio you are not likely to get far without a microphone to capture the sound of whatever it is you are recording, whether it is a vocal, guitar, drums, instruments, sound effects or dialog. To help, we have consolidated 30 of our most recent microphone reviews in this article to enable you to see the differences between them and see how they could fit into your workflow. If you are considering a new microphone, for your studio or on location then check out these reviews...
This Week's New Products For Music And Post Production From Slate, Mastering The Mix & Loopmasters - What We Think
If you want a quick round-up of some of the hottest new software releases for use in music and post-production then at Production Expert we've created this summary. We tell you what the brand says and what we think, we also include links to help you find out more. This week we take a look at Slate’s new VRS8 audio interface, Mastering The Mix’s new ANIMATE mixing plug-in and Loopcloud 3.0
We Put The Booty Shakers Drum Isolation Mounts To The Test And We Couldn't Believe Our Ears
TNR Products' Booty Shaker isolation mounts are the brainchild of guitarist/composer Rich Wiley, and professional drummer Toby Ahrens. After much experimentation they came up with two products, the Booty Shaker floor tom isolation mounts ($15.39 + tax), and mounted tom and snare mounts ($22.39 + tax.) We recently had a chance to put these products to the test under ideal conditions at Blackbird Studio in Nashville, TN.
Is Oeksound Soothe The Silver Bullet Processing Plug-in You Need In Your Next Mix? Watch Our Expert Test Video
Oeksound describes soothe as "a dynamic resonance suppressor for mid and high frequencies", but what does that mean? In this article we test soothe on a variety of source tracks to find out if soothe is something to get excited about or not.
HEDD Type 05 - Monitors With An Extra Feature. How Would You Use Dante Monitors?
Julian checks out some monitors from HEDD and is pleasantly surprised by how much performance you can get for not a great deal of money. Monitors with a Dante option and a crafty method of adding digital phase correction without adding any hardware.
We Use The Ferrofish A32 Dante At Live Concert Recording To Split The Audio Path
When I'm not wearing my Production Expert hat, one of the things I do in the audio word is Live Recording. My company, Location Recordings was set up purely to do this type of work. I love the challenge of having one chance to capture a moment in history. I was recently asked to both video and audio record a concert for the Nation Children's Choir of Great Britain at the Town Hall in Birmingham England. One of the biggest challenges with live recording out on location, is you are never quite sure what extra challenges are going to rear their heads during the course of the setup and recording. Yes, I agree, planning and knowing what is expected on the day is part of pre-event planning but the best-laid plans and all that, but I never like being in a position where I have to say to a client, "No I can't do that". This is how we used the amazing Ferrofish A32 Dante AD/DA Converter in recording the 20th Anniversary Concert of the Nation Children's Choir of Great Britain.
This Week's New Products For Music And Post Production From Sound Radix, IK Multimedia & Tascam - What We Think
If you want a quick round-up of some of the hottest new software releases for use in music and post-production then at Production Expert we've created this summary. We tell you what the brand says and what we think, we also include links to help you find out more. This week we take a look at Auto-Align Post from Sound Radix, IK Multimedia and Tascam.
Have You Heard Audionamix's New IDC Plug-in Separate Dialogue From Background Noise? - We Test It To Find Out If You Should Buy It
Audionamix discontinued their previous speech separation plug-in ADX SVC (Speech Volume Control) and replaced it with IDC (Instant Dialogue Cleaner) which in essence does the same thing as SVC but IDC though takes the overall experience of dialogue separation technology to much higher levels. Watch our video overview and hear before and after examples
Sennheiser e614 Vs Neumann KM 184 - Different Mics, Different Prices. Which Do You Prefer The Sound Of On These Acoustic Instruments?
Julian compares the results captured with a pair of Neumann KM 184s and a pair of much more modestly priced Sennheiser e614s. How significant is the difference?
Roundup - Expert Reviews Of Top Audio Interfaces You Can Buy Today
If you are using a DAW like Pro Tools Logic Pro or Studio One, the chances are that you will need to get an interface to enable you to get audio, analog or digital in and out of your chosen DAW. To help, we have consolidated 30 of our most recent DAW interface reviews in this article to enable you to see the differences between them and see how they could fit into your workflow. If you are considering a new interface, for your studio then check out these reviews...
A Quality Microphone Is Something Every Studio Needs. We Try The Lauten Audio Eden LT-386 Multi-Voicing Large Diaphragm Valve Condenser In A Recording Session
In recent weeks and months, I have had the opportunity to test some amazing microphones. Everything from high-end ribbon mics and valve (tube) condensers to more cost-effective small diaphragm condensers and hand-held dynamics. But what happens when you decide to invest some serious cash in a microphone? I recently had the opportunity to try the Lauten Audio Eden LT-386. Might this be the only 'conventional' microphone you ever have to buy? Let's find out.
Roundup - Expert Reviews Of Top EQ Hardware And Plug-ins You Can Buy Today
EQ is probably the most commonly used sound processing tool at our disposal. It can be used for correcting issues, enhancing the sound and adding character. There is a huge variety of both software and hardware EQs with some plug-in emulations of hardware classics. To help, we have consolidated a lot of our EQ hardware and plug-in video reviews in this article to enable you to hear the differences between a number of popular EQ plug-ins and hardware. If you are considering a new EQ, either hardware or software, for your studio then check out these reviews....
This Week's New Products For Music And Post Production From Kazrog, Slate Digital & Audient - What We Think
If you want a quick round-up of some of the hottest new software releases for use in music and post-production then at Production Expert we've created this summary. We tell you what the brand says and what we think, we also include links to help you find out more. This week we take a look at True Iron from Kazrog, an update to Slate Digital’s ML1 and a neat little package from Audient, the iD44.
Do You Want That Big Console Sound From A Small Form Factor Interface? We Test The New iD44 From Audient
When the team at UK console and preamp manufacturer Audient brought out their first audio interface the rather brilliant iD22 back in 2013. I could not wait to get my hands on one as they promised the same stunning quality mic pres as can be found in their consoles and rack mounted mic pre and A-D boxes. After all, why bother to make different circuits when the one you already have sounds fantastic. Fast forward to 2018 and finally I have my hands on the new Audient iD44, a USB-C interface, or is it in fact much more than that?
iCon Pro Audio Platform M+, X+ & D2 DAW Controllers - Should I Buy Them?
I often get to the point in a mix where having just eight faders & controls, on a small surface or touchscreen, starts to seriously impinge on my speed and efficiency. There are always compromises with small control surfaces. Has iCon managed to make these compromises in the right places?