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Saturday, July 30, 2011
WAVES V-COMP 50% 0FF!
Friday, July 29, 2011
Sweetwater's Summer Sale
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Thursday, July 28, 2011
Artists, Songwriters, Producers. Check This Out.
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Neumann U47 Microphone
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| Neumann U47 Microphone |
The U47 was used to record the vocals on Amy Winehouse' "Frank" and "Back To Black" albums for the songs which were produced by Salaam Remi. The Neumann U47 Microphone is a vintage mic (1947) that's held in high regards by many and is definitely a collectors item. It is one of the most cloned mics in history and usually sells for as much as $10k and more on the used market (ebay). The mic comes with a proprietary power supply and cable. It was distributed by Telefunken for a short while but then Neumann took over. There are two types of U47's, tube and FET(which stands for Field Effect Transistor). The FET's (1965) were made because the original tubes were no longer available. They are both excellent microphones but different in their sonic texture. The tube U47 sounds amazing on vocals and sax. The FET U47($2000) sounds good on upright bass and kick drum (yes, kick drum). The FET 47 can also be used on vocals but I prefer the tube model. The U47 has two polar patterns, cardiod and omni-directional. Due to the design the cardiode pickup pattern provides approximately 5db hotter output. (There was also a U48 that had the figure eight pattern but I’ve never actually used one). The frequency response for both omni and cardiod are the same, 35Hz to 15KHz with a slight bump in the upper mids. There were only about 5000 U47s made.
Here's a link to a Mix Magazine article giving more detailed info on the U47.
The article was written by the late Stephen Paul who was world renown for his microphone modifications.
R.I.P. Amy
The world recently lost a talented young lady whose music touched millions. But for me she was more than just one of my favorite artists she was a friend. Amy was so much more than the media's portayal of her. For instance I remember when we were in St. Lucia she would feed the stray animals on the beach everyday. Once we were having brunch at the seaside restaurant where we ate daily and she excused herself from the table saying she would be right back. She soon returned with about fifty local kids, some shirtless and instructed the waitresses to give them whatever they liked and put it on her tab. Another friend of mine (Nicole) who I met while working with Amy sent me this message on Facebook. It sums up quite well how the people who knew her feel about her.
"We will always remember her for the person she was when we knew her. Alive, vibrant, wacky, irrational, spirited, gifted, rule breaker, quiet, loud, animal savour....but most of all a child's heart that gave love & wanted desperately to be loved in return.......Amy you touched all who knew you well.
Rest in peace. The little girl with a big heart & even bigger voice. Hugs to you all x x"
Amy I'm glad I was able to know you even for a short time. When we first met you were only 19 and you won me over with your amazing voice. Then as I got to know you as a person you became my friend. Wish you were still here. I miss your generous spirit, your laughter and your wry humor.
May you rest in peace.
Here is Amy performing one of my favorite songs she did with Salaam:
Friday, July 22, 2011
Alesis Introduces Two Products at Summer NAMM 2011
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| AcousticLink |
"Get your performances and ideas into your Mac or PC in seconds with the AcousticLink guitar-recording pack. The AcousticLink contains a no-drill acoustic guitar pickup, a guitar-to-USB cable, and Cubase LE recording software –– everything you need to go from any guitar to virtually any computer!
You can also use the AcousticLink with virtually any music software, such as GarageBand, ProTools, or Studio One."
"The AcousticLink digital recording system also works with Apple’s iPad USB connector, enabling players to record their instrument directly into their iPad using apps such as GarageBand. AcousticLink works with Mac and PC computers, with a plug-and-play USB connection that does not require any drivers or setup."
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| TwoTrack |
"The Alesis TwoTrack is the easiest way to record studio-quality, stereo sound in any setting. Featuring convenient, dedicated-function controls and an easy-to-read, backlit LCD, the TwoTrack was designed for everyday use in a wide variety of applications.... "
"TwoTrack is perfect for capturing songwriting sessions, rehearsals or performances. At the end of the session, users will have a 16-bit, 44.1 stereo wav file, or an MP3 at up to 192kbps that can easily be transferred to a computer via the TwoTrack’s high speed USB 2.0 output. The TwoTrack’s dual cardioid condenser microphones are configured in an XY configuration that provides excellent spatial imaging, giving users two tracks of audio that can be edited in virtually any music software. "
"The TwoTrack portable audio recorder also features a convenient mic/line input for external mono or stereo sources and can even be mounted on compatible video cameras to greatly enhance the sound of video. Auto and manual gain controls and a red LED signal-clip indicator make it easy to adjust and monitor levels."
Alesis is showcasing the AcousticLink and the TwoTrack at Booth #400 in the 2011 Summer NAMM show from July 21st- 23rd in Nashville, TN.
ATI 8MX2_8 Channel MicPre and 8x2x8 Mixer
When engineers mention the ATI 8MX2 the words "great sounding" "versatile" "reliable" and "lots of headroom" are often mentioned, and with good reason. The ATI 8MX2 based on the ATI Paragon ( a highly regarded live sound console) is a high quality, sturdily built eight channel microphone preamp and mixer in one. It works well in the studio as well as for live sound. The 8MX2 can be used as a summing mixer with its eight multitrack/DAW returns and multiple units can be linked. There's also a variable threshold limiter (infinity:1 ratio) on every channel.
Don't be fooled by it's small footprint the 8MX2 is an extremely flexible unit that will deliver the "goods" again and again.
From the website:
"The extremely versatile 8MX2 rack mount preamp/mixer provides a great deal of flexibility in just one rack space. This unit is perfect for all critical digital and analog projects, including at-home and remote recording as well as live broadcast feeds. Boasting +24 db of headroom, the 8MX2's microphone preamplifiers can be driven hard without clipping. This mixer allows engineers to feed the mixbus while simultaneously feeding the direct outputs."
The 8MX2 is now manufactured by API and has their industry-exclusive five-year parts warranty along with the reliability and long life all API products are known for.
Features:
- 8/2/8 mixer
- Eight line level multi-track returns
- Eight-into-two mix bus with pan
- 10-segment Input/Mix LED meter
- 10-segment Gain reduction meter
- Headphone and speaker monitor Out
- Eight channels in 1u rack space
- Link multiple units
Each channel includes:
- +/- 48v Hi-voltage mic pre
- Threshold limiter
- Direct "Out"
- Selectable 48v phantom power
- Cue Select
- Return Level pot
- Return Pan pot
- Mix Bus Select
- Phase Reverse Switch
$2545.75 at Sweetwater Sound.
Waves Trans-X SuperSpecial $49
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IK Previews Three New Products at Summer NAMM 2011
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"iRig MIDI connects MIDI keyboards, drum machines, drum pads, pedal boards and more to an iOS device to control not only the includedSampleTank FREE* but also a world of MIDI-compatible apps such as GarageBand®. You can also use iOS apps to control external MIDI equipment such as sound modules, DAWs or lighting systems right from the mobile device."
iRig MIDI
"SampleTank® for iOS is the mobile version of IK’s SampleTank for Mac and PC, the leading virtual sound workstation for the studio, now available for your favorite iOS mobile device and designed for live performance. It is a 4-part multi-timbral instrument with a sound set of over 1 GB of samples for over 500 acoustic, electric and electronic instruments (including a selection of the best workstation sounds from SampleTank, orchestral sounds from Miroslav Philharmonik and synths sounds from SampleMoog) plus a selection of over 1,000 melodic and rhythmic patterns that span every musical genre....."
"iKlip MINI is a universal microphone stand adapter for the iPhone® and iPod touch® to support your iOS device on stage, in the studio, at school or in the office. iKlip MINI securely supports your iPhone/iPod touch on any standard mic stand, pole or tripod (with diameters ranging from 11 - 20 mm /.43” - .79”) placed on the floor or tabletop."
"An included detachable bracket supports our popular iRig guitar interface adapter together with iKilp MINI in both horizontal and vertical mounting positions so you can have immediate access to your iOS device multi-touch controls during your live performances with the AmpliTube range of apps or any other guitar effects app"
"iKlip MINI is also the perfect companion to IK’s iRig Mic, the handheld microphone for iOS devices, that allows vocalists and speakers alike to conveniently hold and operate the device at a close distance on the same mic stand with IK’s VocaLive or any other vocal processing app."
Thursday, July 21, 2011
MyTek Stereo192-DSD-DAC USB/Firewire Converter
Mytek Digital is known for making some of the best audio converters in the industry. They recently announced that after two years of testing the final version of the Stereo192-DSD-DAC will be available on August 31st. The Stereo192 comes in a Preamp (black or silver) version and a Mastering version.
Here's some info from their press release prepared by their esteemed Founder and DAC designer Michal Jurewicz:
"The Stereo192-DSD-DAC is not just another USB DAC. It’s the next generation DAC with computer interface. It includes all the latest of both interface and conversion technology: asynchronous operation with ultra stable jitter free internal clock, 192k and DSD playback capability, the newest, high performance Sabre(tm) DAC in 8 mono channel to two stereo configuration, high performance hardware upsampling, new design of ultra transparent analog attenuator and high current, high slew rate headphone amp. All this assembled with hand picked high quality metal film resistors, solid and low impedance capacitors and other selected parts. Most importantly, countless listening comparisons lead to this design resulting in sonic detail and transparency superior not only to the competition but also to our own best designs to date."
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Conversion: 32bit, PCM up to 192k, 64xDSD, 128xDSD.
- Dynamic Range: 128dB (ESS Sabre chipset in 8 mono to 2 stereo config.) THD DAC: -110dB.
- Digital Audio Inputs: SPDIF, AES/EBU, Toslink all up to 192k single wire.
- (64xDSD and 128XDSD SDIF DSD interface on Mastering Version).
- Clock: Internal Clock Generator (10ps jitter), Wordclock In and Out, or sync to incoming digital
- audio input with low jitter JET (tm) PLL.
- Internal Async Hardware Upsampling- 16bit 44.1k etc. can be optionally upsampled prior to
- conversion to 192k/24bit with clock jitter eliminated.
- Transparent, 1dB stepped programmable analog attenuator, separate for main out and headphones.
- Relay bypass of the attenuator for direct purist DAC out.
- A pair of unbalanced RCA analog outs for preamp functions (assignable to volume control) (In
- Preamp Version).
- High Current, High Slew Rate ultra low distortion 500mA hi-fi headphone amp.
- Worldwide user switchable linear power supply.
- Online downloadable firmware updates. - Ability of converting standard digital audio inputs into
- computer FW/USB input.
- Optional infrared remote (avail 2012).
- Enclosure: Compact portable 1/2 rack space 1.72in H x 8.5in W x 8.5in D.
- Weight 6 lbs.
- Functions assignable to buttons: MUTE, PHASE INVERT, MONO, DIM
- Selection of clock choices
- Choice of upsampling or not
- Selection of slow or fast/steep filter for PCM
- Selection of 3 filters for out of band DSD
- Assignable input selection (display only active)
- Dimmable intensity of display/led meter
First batch of 100pcs is being manufactured now and will be shipping by August 31st.
Units can be ordered via Mytek Online Stores:
or from authorized Mytek dealers worlwide.
Units will be shipped on a first come first serve basis in the sequence the orders were received.
For all questions regarding this product please contact Mytek New York via email at highend@mytekdigital.com or call +1 347 384 2687.
Please check the website periodically for additional product information (manual, comparison sound files and FAQ are coming up).
Cost: $1695 Preamp version/ $1595 Mastering version
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