24 December , 2018 | Mixing and mastering
FabFilter recently released the Pro-Q 3, an update to its flagship equalizer. Its predecessor, Pro-Q 2, remains an incredible tool that we used in every session, and the latest integration has added several extraordinary features, including: A dynamic equalizer mode that allows you to process certain areas of the frequency spectrum when they cross a […]
Read more >24 December , 2018 | Mixing and mastering
According to the manufacturer, AstonStealth should be the first microphone in the world to automatically detect a connected 48V phantom power supply and automatically switch the microphone to active mode. The built-in high-end Class A microphone preamplifier eliminates the need for external components to enhance the level. — See also: The best VST plugins for vocals […]
Read more >18 December , 2018 | Mixing and mastering
DeEsser plug-ins are undoubtedly very useful tools to use in modern vocal processing workflows. Each major DAW program provides at least one standard de-esser plugin, but there are a number of amazing third-party alternatives that are worth checking out. In this article, we list 7 of the most interesting and transparent DeEseers for suppressing sibilants […]
Read more >16 December , 2018 | Mixing and mastering
Below are some of the best sample copper libraries available for 2018. All but one position is based on the Kontakt sampler. They do not have a specific ranking order, but we tried to organize them sequentially, presenting similar collections. A few things to consider when choosing a library: Variety of tools Multiple microphone positions […]
Read more >28 November , 2018 | Mixing and mastering
Steven Slate Drums has announced the release of SSD5 FREE, a free version of its flagship drums software with SSD5 plugin formats VST, AU and AAX for compatible DAW applications. Although SSD5 FREE is indeed a lightweight version of SSD5, it is a fully functional virtual tool. The main limitation compared to the full version […]
Read more >26 November , 2018 | Mixing and mastering
Only on this cyber Monday, Waves Audio is giving away the H-Comp hybrid compressor for free! H-Comp is a hybrid compressor effect available in the VST, VST3, AU and AAX plug-in formats for digital audio workstations on PC and Mac. The plugin combines the non-linear behavior of transformers, tubes and transistors in a single dynamic […]
Read more >9 November , 2018 | Mixing and mastering
The loudness war in the music industry, where everyone wants the highest possible level, has led to great collateral damage – for example, distortion, listener fatigue and lack of dynamic range. But high-profile wars are not just a part of our industry, since you know that when watching TV, a commercial with an unanimous product […]
Read more >5 November , 2018 | Mixing and mastering
For many, Insight 2 from iZotope remains a mysterious tool, and its functionality is often not fully disclosed. In this article, we will talk about a few of our tricks for using it. 1. Intelligent Vocal Presence Meter The smart meter was designed primarily for post-production. However, it also works in the context of music. […]
Read more >31 October , 2018 | Mixing and mastering
What is the most iconic compressor of all time? Of course, this is the legendary optical compressor based on Teletronix LA-2A lamps. Regardless of whether it is the original Teletronix 60 pendant module, the virtual version of Universal Audio, or any of the many excellent VST plug-ins modeled on hardware, it has been trusted throughout […]
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