New UAD v6.0 Software: Ampex, Brainworx, Pro Tools, SPL & Mac OS X Lion.

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The long-awaited UAD Powered Plug-Ins v6.0 has landed, with UA's stunning emulation of the Ampex® ATR-102 Mastering Tape Recorder, Direct Developer plug-ins from Brainworx® and SPL®, significantly enhanced Pro Tools® integration, and support for Mac®OS X 10.7 Lion.
In celebration of this big UAD Software release, we've put together aSpecial Introductory Offer (see sidebar).

New v6.0 Software Features:

Ampex® ATR-102 Mastering Tape Recorder Plug-In
The ATR-102 plug-in can turn music recordings into records, faithfully replicating the unique dynamics, saturation, head configurations and tape formulas used on the best-sounding mastering tape machine in history.
Brainworx® bx_digital V2 EQ Plug-In
This integrated audio toolkit provides precise 11-band equalization and M/S (mid-side) processing — letting you add presence and transparency to mixes.
SPL® Vitalizer MK2-T Plug-In
A spot-on emulation of the popular tube-based hardware unit, this longtime staple works in both the time and frequency domains to effectively unmask overlapping sounds and bring life to mixes.
Significant Pro Tools enhancements
UAD v6.0 streamlines the UAD plug-ins workflow in Pro Tools, via removal of the VST-to-RTAS wrapper, and numerous control and automation improvements.
Mac® OS X 10.7 Lion compatibility 
UAD v6.0 software ensures that customers running Mac OS X 10.7 Lion will have a seamless experience with their UAD Powered Plug-Ins.
Click here to download UAD v6.0 software.
Then hurry to UA's Online Store because the v.6.0 Special Introductory Offer ends at 12:00 AM (Pacific Time) on October 1st, 2011. Enjoy.

 

Buy the Ampex® ATR-102, bx_digital V2 EQ, or the SPL® Vitalizer MK2-T plus a second plug-in, and you'll save 20% on the additional plug-in.*
Or add two more plug-ins to any v6.0 plug-in purchase, and you'll save 30% on the additional plug-ins.*
Hurry, this Special Introductory Offer endsOctober 1st, 2011.

*Note that the new Ampex ATR-102, Brainworx bx_digital V2 EQ, and SPL MK2-T Vitalizer are NOT discounted as part of this special offer. Only the additional (pre- UAD v6.0) plug-ins purchased during the transaction are discounted. For contractual reasons, discounts cannot be redeemed toward the UAD 4K/SSL Crossgrade offer.

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Pensado's Place: #34 - Greg Wells

"Greg Wells is a two time Grammy nominated producer and songwriter based in Los Angeles who has worked with Mika, Katy Perry, Timbaland, OneRepublic, Pink, Jamie Cullum, Alexz Johnson, J Davey, The Deftones, Rufus Wainwright, k. d. lang, Otep, The Veronicas, Lindsay Lohan, Natasha Bedingfield, Ryan Cabrera, The Pussycat Dolls, Creeper Lagoon, Amy Correia, Jewel, Jesse McCartney, Michelle Branch, Anna Waronker, Celine Dion, Ozzy Osbourne, Jars of Clay, Aerosmith, Elton John, and Ahmet Ertegun. CD's featuring Greg's songs have sold over 60 million units worldwide."

Facebook music service launching 22nd September with Spotify, Rdio and MOG

I saw this article on TNW and it seems the rumours are true about Facebook's new music service.

"Facebook is reportedly launching a new music service on September 22nd, reports CNBC. That is also the date of Facebook’s annual f8 Developer Conference.

John Fortt of CNBC’s Fast Money Halftime Report is saying that ‘someone familiar with the plans’ has told him that  ”Facebook plans to launch its long rumored music service at the f8 conference on September 22nd.”

Fortt goes on to state that it seems likely that Facebook won’t actually host the music, but will “partner with others who do that.”

It seems likely at this point that the partnership will be with Spotify, who has been previously rumored to be launching a music service with Facebook, as we reported in May. Fortt suggests that Facebook will actually be partnering with Spotify, Rdio and MOG, so as not to play favorites, which is backed up by sources which have told the same to Mashable."

Read the full article on TheNextWeb.com

INWARD CONNECTIONS TSL-4 VAC RAC Stereo Tube Limiter

Inward Connections recently released the TSL-4 Vac Rac. It is a stereo tube limiter which follows in their tradition of great sound and ease of use. I posted about the earlier TSL-3 model a few months ago. It would make a great companion to their Magnum VU Mic Pre as part of your mic chain and their 690 Summing Mixer for mixing duties. "Nearly two decades ago, Inward Connections created the TLM-1 (Tube Limiter Module) for their Vac Rac modular processing system. The TLM-1 was highly favored by many of the world’s top recording engineers and when the modular Vac Rac was discontinued, the TLM-1 topology found life as a new standalone, dual-channel unit. Thus, the TSL series was born. The Inward Connections TSL-4 Vac Rac is the latest incarnation of this classic design. It adds new features without altering the sonic signature engineers have come to revere – Smooth limiting presented with the euphonic character and warmth of tubes. If you want to control the transients of vocals, guitars, bass or the mix bus, without tweaking a whole bunch of controls, the TSL-4 is exactly what you’ve been looking for. Inward Connections also offers the TSL-4V Vac Rac. The TSL-4V is the TSL-4 equipped with hand-selected and factory-installed NOS tubes. The TSL-4V is a special order item and subject to the availability of tubes required."

Features per channel: 40-Detent Gain Makeup Control – variable control of 14dB of output gain 40-Detent Gain Reduction Control – variable control of up to 40dB of gain reduction Bypass Switch – engages or disengages the gain reduction element Output Switch – Assigns meters to Gain Reduction or Output Hi-Pass Filter Switch – engages 100Hz high pass filter within the gain reduction circuit Link Switch – Links opto cells of both channels for stereo operation Large 3"x3" Illuminated VU meter Zero trim to calibrate the meter in Limit mode Tubes used in both input channels: Input stage - 6072A, Output stage - 12BH7A Power Supply: Pure Class A high voltage tube design with AC Voltage selector Unit dimensions: 3 rack space. 5.25" Height, 19" Width, 11.5" Depth Rugged, well-ventilated, 3U steel chassis design Classic vintage look Transformer Balanced, Line Level, XLR inputs and outputs Specifications: Gain Reduction: up to 40db Input Impedance: >100k ohms Frequency Response: +/- 0.5 dB @ 20Hz to 20KHz Output Signal to Noise Ratio: -85dB THD + Noise: .015% @ 20Hz (0dB ref.) .085% @ 20KHz (0dB ref.) .15% @ 20Hz to 20KHz (+30dB ref.) Maximum Input Level: +20dB Maximum Output Level: +20dBm @ 600 ohms +34dBv @ 10K ohms Output Impedance: 600 ohms transformer balanced output  $3550 at VintageKing

7 Effective Strategies To Get Your Music Noticed

DiscMakers who is well known as one of the premier companies for CD/DVD authoring, duplication and replication has a blog with a lot of useful info.

Here is an excerpt from one of their articles about marketing strategies for independent artists:

"Although most bands would like to have the kind of budget to promote their latest album on TV, radio, and billboards, they are more likely to have just enough to print up posters for the next gig. And yet indies can get the kind of attention that major label acts get. You just need to plan appropriately and implement a few tried-and-true strategies.

Here are seven effective strategies to get you and your music noticed. The good news is they’re easy on the pocketbook and can be acted on today. All they take is a bit of time and some thought about how to get your music directly in front of the people that are likely to be your new fans. While they may not have heard of you yet, if you follow these strategies, they will."

Read more: 7 Effective Strategies To Get Your Music Noticed | Echoes – Insight for Independent Artists http://blog.discmakers.com/2009/12/seven-effective-strategies-to-get-your-music-noticed/#ixzz1WY68KbHk

Make sure you visit http://www.discmakers.com/ to see all the services they offer including The $49 Mega Distribution Bundle which includes everything you need to start selling your CDs and downloads online

Read more:Digital Music Distribution - iTunes, CD Baby, Amazon and more!http://www.discmakers.com/services/WebDistribution.asp#ixzz1WYIM6a4F

Need a way to record no matter where you are? Get this.

Creativity can strike at any time and sometimes its not possible to get to the studio to lay down your song ideas right away. The ProStudioApp allows you to get the song down immediately and even export and send them to the other members of your production team/group/band.

The ProStudioApp - Mobile Recording Studio App V1.3.5 is literally like having a recording studio in your iPhone. The $9.99 app is very simple to use as can be seen from this video on their website:

“…new digital recording tools are going beyond the computer—into the pocket and onto the Web. The increasing power of smartphones means that musicians can now carry a complete digital scratch pad in their pockets, while moving the recording application to the Web allows simple collaboration with anyone from around the world,…”

Visit their website at http://novleg.com/ for more info and download it from the App Store here.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MJ

Today Is Michael Jackson's Birthday. He would have been 53 years old.

I feel no need to discuss the why and when of his passing as the media has discussed it at length.

What I would like to mention is the legacy of music he left behind that will intrigue, inspire and entertain  fans new and old for many years to come.

Thank you MJ for the many great songs and performances over the years.

You were both the consummate entertainer and an inspiration. Your Thriller album was one of my many motivations to be an engineer because I wanted to learn how to capture, create and mold the sounds I was hearing on that album.

I also want to thank the Jackson 5, Quincy Jones, Bruce Swedien and the many other (too many to list) talented producers, engineers and musicians who were involved in your music.

It would have been great to see you live on stage once more but sadly it was not meant to be. I know I speak for many when I say you are greatly missed.

Happy Birthday Michael,

May You Rest In Peace

MJ's Official Website

MJ's Wikipedia page

Own Maschine? Check this out.

Tempo Records and DJ Supply is currently selling a variety of faceplates and wood trim from Jesse Dean Designs for NI's Maschine.
The face plates are $24.99 and the wood trim is $54.99 and are available in various styles and colors.

Here's a YouTube clip showing how to install both products:

Visit Tempo Records website for more info and here's a link to a previous post showing how to do MPC style sampling on Maschine.
http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2011/06/mpc-sampling-and-slicing-on-native.html

Pensado's Place: #33 - David Kutch

"In the 33rd episode of Pensado's Place, Dave is joined by Mastering Engineer David Kutch of The Mastering Palace (http://www.themasteringpalace.com). David has mastered albums for such artists as Alicia Keys, Puff Daddy, John Legend, Yelawolf and Outkast. David answers viewer questions in "The Corner Office", and was kind enough to join us for "Batter's Box" as well! At the end of the episode, the guys announce the Avid Pro Tools 9 Week 5 Giveaway winner."

Aaliyah's Top 10 Billboard Hits

Billboard posted an article to commemorate the 10th year anniversary of Aaliyah's untimely death. She would have been 32 this year.
The article gives  a lot of info about each of her hits and includes the video of each song. Two of my favorites are "One In A Million" and "Try Again"

" Aaliyah staked her claim on the Billboard charts from the birth of her career. "Back and Forth" -- the first single off her first album "Age Ain't Nothing But a Number" -- skyrocketed to No. 1 on multiple R&B/hip-hop surveys two months after debuting. But it wasn't until Aaliyah met close friends Missy Elliott and Timbaland that her chart domination spread across the board. In all, Aaliyah totaled four No. 1 titles and 12 top 10s on Billboard's Nielsen BDS-based Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop radio airplay chart."


Read the rest of the article here.

Slate Digital 40% Off Summer VCC Sale and Video of their FOX Dual Mic Preamp

SUMMER SALE ON THE VIRTUAL CONSOLE COLLECTION

August 22nd 2011

Get Up To 40% off the Virtual Console Collection

The Virtual Console Collection has been called a major.. dare we say it.. GAME CHANGER in digital audio.  It brings the authentic sound of four world class analog mixers right into your workstation.  Using the Virtual Console Collection plugins will bring more space, depth, width, punch, and dimension to your mixes.  And for one week only, you can get the Virtual Console Collection for $149 (no ilok2) or $179 WITH EXPRESS SHIPPING of the ilok2 to your door!  International customers can get the VCC with ilok2 express shipping for only $189! The VCC 1.3.5 has now been CPU optimized and is fully compatible with 64bit workstations!  

Go to the Slate Digital Online Shop and take advantage of this wonderful deal.

http://www.slatedigital.com/shop/home.php?cat=249

Trisha Lurie Shows off the FOX Dual Mic Preamp

Talented Singer/Songwriter Trisha Lurie shows off how versatile our FOX mic pre is by singing through all four circuits.  The FOX has four independent mic pre circuits ranging for the fat and warm VINTAGE circuit to the clean and sparkly MODERN circuit, as well as to variations that combine the two!  Check it out at the SlateDigital TV youtube page:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=af6u1GLwLMo

Then go to the Slate Pro Audio website to read more and find a dealer to demo.

www.slateproaudio.com

I mentioned the Fox in an earlier post.

Tech support on all Slate products here:

http://www.slatedigital.com/support

or here:

323 656 2050 x1

Steven is here for NON technical support chat:

slate@stevenslate.com

and here on most weeknights:

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follow him on TWITTER for FREE stuff and his mindless ramblings of life:

http://www.twitter.com/slateproaudio

30 years of the music industry in 30 seconds

I was recently having a conversation about changes in the music industry and while researching the topic I discovered this pie chart. This is U.S. based only. Data for markets in other parts of the world are probably similiar.

"The music industry has changed drastically over the past 30 years. The various music formats–from vinyl records, to 8-track, to cassette, to CD, and then to digital downloads–show a number of transitions over the past three decades. The wax and wane of these formats is shown in a rather interesting pie chart from Digital Music News. The animated pie chart maps each format between the years of 1980 to 2010 based on RIAA revenue figures. The chart is perhaps the best way possible to represent what’s going on in the music industry in 30 seconds or less."

Read the rest of the article here

Individual charts for each year 1980 to 2010