music production

  1. Blue Cat's Spinal Vibe - Rock Organ Rotary Speaker Example

    Blue Cat's Spinal Vibe - Rock Organ Rotary Speaker Example

    Spinal Vibe offers up to 3 rotative speakers, with full control over the rotational behavior of each speaker: you can not only select their rotation speed and curve, but also the amount of Doppler, amplitude modulation, and dampening independently, as well as their acceleration and deceleration.
  2. RealGMS - A true treasure in the world of guitars

    RealGMS - A true treasure in the world of guitars

    RealGMS offers unprecedented authenticity and an extended dynamic range, bringing your strumming to life like never before.
  3. Munyaradzi Mafaro

    RapidComposer update to v5.4 with audio to MIDI conversion

    MusicDevelopments just dropped RapidComposer version 5.4, packing it with features that make working with audio tracks faster and more flexible. Now, you can convert audio directly to MIDI, support a broader range of audio files, and drag-and-drop audio files right into tracks. Workflow has...
  4. Munyaradzi Mafaro

    What's new in MB3X Mastering Compressor version 2.1.0

    The MB3X Mastering Compressor plugin developed by Raising Jake Studios faithfully emulates the classic MB3X hardware unit manufactured by Rocksonics Professional Audio in the mid-1990s—while introducing exclusive digital enhancements for modern producers. What's New in MB3X Mastering Compressor...
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    What is the best way to mix an 808 and kick bass drum?

    What is the optimal methodology for integrating kicks and 808s into a musical composition?
  6. Munyaradzi Mafaro

    GoranGrooves has launched Handy Drums 2.0

    GoranGrooves has launched Handy Drums version 2.0, an updated drum plugin suite. This audio software instrument's version brings improved sound quality, design, and features for a better user experience. What's new in Handy Drums version 2.0 The way the program looks has been totally revamped...
  7. Munyaradzi Mafaro

    Denise Audio has released the Motion Filter effect plugin

    The "Motion Filter," by music production software plugin developer Denise Audio, offers various modes like low-pass, high-pass, band-pass, and notch with slopes up to 96 dB per octave. You can select between the classic Sweeper mode for envelope-driven sweeps or the new LFO mode for...
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    BPM differences between Ableton Live and Rekordbox

    Have you ever encountered a situation where a track exported from Ableton Live DAW at 138 bpm ends up displaying as 138.02 bpm in Rekordbox? This discrepancy can be frustrating, especially when trying to maintain precise tempo across platforms. I'm curious to understand why this shift occurs...
  9. Munyaradzi Mafaro

    WAVDSP has a new plugin called "WD Enhancer"

    WAVDSP recently released their latest offering: a cutting-edge VST3, AU, and AAX digital audio effect designed for both Apple macOS and Microsoft Windows operating systems. Dubbed the "WD Enhancer," this music production software plugin promises to be one of your go-to audio processing SFX with...
  10. Munyaradzi Mafaro

    MusicDevelopments improved RapidComposer to v5.2.1

    Just think how great your favorite music production software could be if it was improved. That's the reality for users of RapidComposer, thanks to MusicDevelopments. They've rolled out version 5.2.1, an update that brings with it a smoother workflow and improved usability. And if you've been...
  11. Magix Sequoia Pro 17 DAW navigation options

    Magix Sequoia Pro 17 DAW navigation options

    Eric Burgess explores the numerous navigation options in Magix Sequoia Pro, focusing on the major ones from hotkeys to snapping views to markers.
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    How high should the volume be to export for audio mastering?

    What is the approximate level at which the master volume should be set to export for audio mastering?
  13. Kuassa OD3603 Overdrive

    Kuassa OD3603 Overdrive

    In the early days of electric guitars, players embraced the crunchy, saturated sound from pushing their amps to the limit, resulting in raw, sustained tones perfect for rock n' roll. This plugin offers five overdrive models: Blues, Boutique, Mad, Modern, and Pro.
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    How do you send large Apple Logic Pro projects?

    What is the best way to send your Apple Logic Pro project to another person? I am trying to send it via email, but the files are too large even when I try to compress them.
  15. Mpumelelo von Mumhanzi

    Exploring the benefits of de-essers for audio mixing

    De-essers are digital audio effect plugins (or pro audio signal processing hardware effects) used in many different things, like music production, audio treatment for podcasts, and even creating when audiobooks. They are meant to reduce the harsh "ess" or excess "sibilant" sounds that can...
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    Moving audio tracks in Apple Logic Pro DAW?

    How do I take audio tracks and channel strip settings including effects from one session and move them into another easily in Apple Logic Pro DAW?
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    Any tips for gain staging in music production software?

    Does anyone have any gain staging tips and tricks when working with sound in music production software I could make use of?
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    Should I mix to -6 dB? My tracks sound muddy at -7 LUFS

    I don't understand why some people recommend mixing to -6 dB, because when I try to process tracks at -7 loudness units full scale, everything becomes very muddy, especially the bass.
  19. Munyaradzi Mafaro

    The K7D -Tape delay is now available in version 1.4.0.

    Audio plugin software developer Imaginando has released an update for their time-based K7D Tape Delay Virtual Studio Technology effect, bringing it to version 1.4.0. The software's version 1.4.0 update also brings VST3 compatibility, ensuring it remains current with music industry standards and...
  20. Munyaradzi Mafaro

    Fuse Audio Labs releases "Dynamic Range Enhancer" for Mac and PC

    Fuse Audio Labs—a music production software development outfit led by Reimund Dratwa—has just unveiled their latest plugin, the VCE-118 dynamic range enhancer. Available in VST2, VST3, AU, and AAX formats for both Apple macOS and Microsoft Windows, the new digital signal processing effect...
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