[Feature Article] The Different Forms of Granular Synth… - Sound synthesis, sound design and audio processing - Part 20
In the previous article we introduced the concept of granular synthesis. Today we'll take a look at the different applications for it.
[Feature Article] Kurt Bloch talks setup and maintenanc… - Advice from a Guitar Tech
Kurt Block knows electric guitars. He has been working on them for three decades. He started out working on guitars in the bands he was in, and nowadays maintains the guitar collection at Gibson’s en…
[Feature Article] An introduction to Granular Synthesis - Sound synthesis, sound design and audio processing - Part 19
In the two previous articles we looked at the principle behind sample-based synthesis. Among other things, this allowed us to establish that, thanks to digital technology, the frontiers between the d…
[Feature Article] Sampling: Wavetables - Sound synthesis, sound design and audio processing - Part 18
In the previous article, we took a first look at sampling, from the point of view of Pulse Code Modulation (PCM). In this installment we'll study wavetables and sample banks.
[Feature Article] THE LOUDNESS WAR (12 episodes) - Why and how levels are always higher. And how to fix this madness.
Volume, more volume! Yes, but at what price? This series of articles will review the origins of the volume race, the physical considerations, new standards and tools, and their impact on public healt…
[Feature Article] Put Your Best Feature Forward - 10 cool and innovative features from 10 top DAWs
All DAWS are definitely not created equal. Yes they can all record and edit audio and MIDI, host effects and software instruments, and provide facilities for mixing. But beyond those bread-and-butter…
[Feature Article] Recording Resonator Guitars - How to capture the sound of Dobros, Nationals and other resonator guitars
Resonator guitars are most often heard in blues, bluegrass, and country music, and offer a unique tone that can add real spice to a recording. In this article, I'll take a quick look at the history o…
[Feature Article] The hottest 20 products seen at the N… - Best of Winter NAMM 2015
This Winter NAMM Show 2015 was, in our opinion, an excellent edition. Here are the Top 20 products that most caught our attention in Anaheim.
[Feature Article] Synth Effects - Sound synthesis, sound design and audio processing - Part 13
The previous two installments delved into the magical world of MIDI, including its modes, messages, and parameters. Now, in this and the following articles we'll take a look at the effects types that…
[Feature Article] Plug-ins, Key Features, and Free Tria… - How to choose a DAW that meets your needs – Part 2
In part 1 we covered technical requirements, pricing and versions, and copy protection. In part 2, we’ll discuss plug-ins and plug-in formats, talk about some key features that could influence which …