Following an error message when attempting to install a new studio software plug-in we can report an issue that may soon render the old Mac Pro Cheese Grater obsolete. This is a must read for those using old Mac Pro computers in their studios and who like to keep up to date with the latest software tools.
IKEA SYMFONISK Sonos Speaker Teardown Reveals Sonos Audio Design Secrets
An excellent video for anyone wanting to know more about how Sonos speakers work and in particular the IKEA SYMFONISK speaker.
Genelec W371A Revolutionary New Adaptive Woofer And New "The Ones" Models Launched
On Thursday 5th September at Metropolis Studios in London, Genelec launched launched two new models of ‘The Ones’ monitor speakers and a very interesting new adaptive woofer which uses some very clever tech improve what is always the most troublesome part of the spectrum, the bass. Production Expert’s Alan Sallabank was given an exclusive sneak peek of these units before the press launch.
Our List Of UAD DSP Powered Plug-ins That No Longer Require UA Hardware And Work Natively In Any DAW
In this article we list several cool plug-ins that were once only available on the UAD platform but have since relaunched for use as VST, AU and AAX plug-ins. Which UAD plug-ins would you like to see available as native plug-ins next?
Studioszene Day 2 Highlights From This Brand New Show
September 2019 sees the launch of a new show in Cologne Germany called Studioszene. James Ivey is at the show and in the second of his round up videos he shares his top three picks from day two
Learn How To Improve Your Recording Studio's Listening Conditions To Get Translatable Mixes - Free eBook
This free eBook written by industry professionals sharing a variety of ways you can control the listening conditions in your studio in order for you to produce mixes that translate. We have the download link.
Studioszene Day 1 Highlights From This Brand New Show
September 2019 sees the launch of a new show in Cologne Germany called Studioszene. James Ivey is at the show and in the first of his round up videos he gives his first impressions of this brand new show and shares his top three picks from day 1:
This Week's Most Read Music And Post Production Stories From The Experts - September 7th 2019
If you want to know what our most read articles for this week are then here is a summary of each one, read by around 100,000 of our community. The free Studio One 4.5.3 upgrade took top spot with continued huge interest in the PreSonus flagship DAW. Unsurprisingly FrontDAW from United Plugins, a plug-in worth €49 but free for a limited time, has also received a lot of attention and takes the number 2 slot. The excellent summary of gadgets for those using microphones in the studio has been popular, then followed by three articles helping with recording studio workflow.
3 Lucky Winners Of Our Antares Auto-Tune EFX+ Competition Announced - Did You Win?
Over the month of August 2019 we ran a competition in collaboration with our friends at Antares which had three copies of Auto-Tune EFX+ up for grabs. We’ve picked 3 lucky winners at random from the digital hat and can announce the following winners. Congratulations to you all!
Apple macOS Catalina v10.15 - Your Mac May Be Incompatible - What Will You Do? Poll
With macOS Catalina older Macs like 2010 and 2012 Mac Pro Cheesegraters will come to the end of the road in terms of OS upgrades. As these machines are so ubiquitous in the studio world we wondered how users would respond to this. Take our poll.
LoopCloud 5 - Is This Just Any Audio Loop Browser? Will It Make Your Productions Easier And Better?
Thousands of free loops all within a free loop application. What's not to like? Check out our free video tutorial that shows you how to start producing a loop based song using Loopcloud 5 Studio Subscription alongside your DAW of choice and find out what we think of Loopcloud 5.
EVE Audio SC203 Studio Monitors Competition - Winner
Last month here on Production Expert, we offered you the chance to win a pair of EVE Audio SC 203 desktop studio monitors. We are pleased to announce the winner of the competition is Cedric Lathan.
Recording Studio Gadgets - Our Pick Of Cost-Effective Stuff To Help You Make Better Recordings In The Studio
In this article we look at some of our favourite cost-effective gadgets that will help you improve your recordings.
Native instruments Announce Job Losses For 20% Of Their Workforce
Native Instruments have confirmed that in spite of growing revenues around 100 redundancies, approximately 20% of its workforce will be laid off so it can focus on “a new, unified and fully integrated platform on which the company’s entire portfolio of products and services will be available next year.”
IK Multimedia’s Brian May Collection for AmpliTube Tested By Queen Guitarist Super-fan - Will It Rock You Or Bite The Dust?
Brian May has stuck to his guns when it comes to his choice of guitar and preference of valve amp. There are a few other smaller components which contribute towards the majesty of his sound. In this article we go into detail about his gear, the Brian May signature series products from yesteryear as well as share our thoughts on IK Multimedia’s latest Brian May Collection for AmpliTube.
Do Trade Shows Still Have A Place With Instant Online Promotion? - Production Expert Podcast Episode 385
In the Production Expert podcast as we approach the trade show season Mike, James and Julian ask how trade shows are relevant in the online world of 2019. They also discuss what new features they would like to see in Pro Tools beyond the usual suspects - “New” new features!
Studio One 4.5.3 Update Announced By PreSonus - 10th Anniversary Celebration News
PreSonus, makers of Studio One, has announced Studio One 4.5.3.
This update delivers Studio One users’ number one feature request by adding support for Native Instruments’ Komplete Kontrol series keyboards.
Studio One 4.5.3 adds several other improvements and enhancements
Boutique Microphones For Your Recording Studio - How Many Do You Know About?
We are sure most of us have lusted after microphones by the famous names with even more famous model numbers! However, there are dozens of smaller, what we might call “boutique”, microphone manufacturers all over the world who are making some stunning sounding microphones that you might not have heard of. In this article we list the boutique microphones companies we think should be on your studio radar.
Using UJAM Virtual Guitarist, Drums And Bass Instruments For Rock And Metal
The UJAM Headbanger Bundle is a way save on IRON, HEAVY and ROWDY and make a virtual power trio. If you’re not sure Virtual instruments can be used to make rock you should watch these videos before you decide.
Mixing Layered Guitars - Free 4 Part Video Tutorial Series On Getting That Big Guitar Sound Using Waves Plugins
In this free video tutorial series made with the kind support of Waves, session guitarist and producer Paul Drew, shows the how to mix layered electric guitars in pop tracks.