Received this in my email today from McDSP. I previously posted about their incredible 6030 Compressor. Now would be a great time to purchase it.
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Wednesday, June 22, 2011
McDSP Audio Plug-ins 30% off and $49 upgrades (June 22-30)
Received this in my email today from McDSP. I previously posted about their incredible 6030 Compressor. Now would be a great time to purchase it.
Rob Papen RP-Verb Reverb Plug-in (includes RP-Delay)
"Rob Papen's RP-Verb is a through-back style of reverb with some truly modern twists. It invokes an era of music production when engineers were less concerned with the realism of the reverbs they used and more focused on the musicality of their mixes. If that describes you, then RP-Verb may be just the golden bullet you're looking for. "
When you purchase the RP-Verb you automatically get the RP-Delay also.
"The RP-Delay is a unique delay with some very special features. For instance, the sound reverser can reverse the input, while simultaneously reversing one of the delay lines.The reverse sound can also be triggered with your keyboard, generating totally new sounds, and sending them into the reverser with its own filter and distortion."
Rob Papen RP-Verb Reverb Plug-in Features:
- Highly musical reverb synthesizer plug-in
- 128 presets
- Tube saturation distortion with parameter control
- Multi-voice ensemble-style chorus effect with control
- Complex early reflection algorithm
- RPCX algorithm reverb
- Space types: Hall clean, Hall cave, Hall swirl, Hall wild 1, Hall wild 2, Room cold, Room edged 1, Room edged 2, Room storm 1, Room storm 2, Room storm 3, Space orbit 1, Space orbit 2, Space orbit 3 and Space orbit 4
- Space color types: Clean, Multi 1, Multi 2, Multi 3 and Swirl
- Size control with disorder and length controls
- Pre-delay with disorder control
- Diffucion control
- Damping control
- Low-pass and hi-pass filters
- Late reflection delay
- High quality EQ with "post" setting option
- Special Envelope for Gated Reverb effect, Non-Linear Reverb effect or Special Reverb control
- RTAS, AU, and VST (2.4) format - Mac/PC
- Internet connection or e-license dongle required for activation
- Two activations allowed (requires registration)
Rob Papen RP-Delay Delay Plug-in Features:
- 6 delay lines
- 8 active multi-mode filters
- Multiple delay models
- Reverser lets you revers the input and/or a delay line
- Keyboard triggering of reversed sounds lets you create exciting new effects
- Delays, filters, and reverser can be modulated
- 4 modulation sequencers
- 4 LFOs
- 4 envelopes (with assignable trigger options)
- RTAS, AU, and VST formats
$179 at Sweetwater Sound
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Dramastic Audio Obsidian 500 stereo VCA Compressor (500 series)
The Obsidian 500 is a stereo VCA bus compressor that has similiar features to its rackmount sibling but with some welcome additions. The cutoff frequency of the HP filter on the 500 is switchable between 60Hz, 105Hz, 125Hz, 185Hz and 330Hz. Also the Obsidian 500 has a “gentile” 1.5:1 compression ratio (perfect for the stereo buss), in addition to the 2:1, 4:1, 8:1, 10:1 and 12:1 ratios and hard-limiting ‘Skull’ mode available on the rackmount.
An optional Dual Mono module endows the compressor with external key functionality and an extra gain-reduction meter, for dual-mono compression.
The Obsidian 500 also has stepped controls for easy recall, and transformer-balanced inputs and outputs.
Obsidian 500 Features
Specifications
The Obsidian 500 also has stepped controls for easy recall, and transformer-balanced inputs and outputs.
Obsidian 500 Features
- TXIO Enhanced Transformer Balanced I/O
- Precision Stepped Controls To Accurately Recall Settings
- VCA Feed-Forward Compression
- Selectable Internal High Pass Filter
- Expansion Port For Additional Features
- Link Multiple Modules Together
- Selectable Pad Settings
- Superior Imaging
Specifications
- Ratio settings: 1.5:1, 2:1, 4:1, 8:1, 10:1, 12:1
- Attack control Range: 0.1, 0.3, 1.0, 3.0, 10, and 30 mSec
- Release control range: 0.1, 0.3, 0.6, 1.2 sec, AUTO and Lo-Fi
- HPF settings: 30Hz, 60Hz, 105Hz, 125Hz, 185Hz, 330Hz
- Makeup Gain Output: 12db
- 1 Year Limited Warranty
$2500 at Vintage King Audio
Undertone Audio Custom Console
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The UTA Custom Console has some unusual features. For instance, the main work surface is made of a porous material called ATWS (Acoustically Transparent Work Surface) instead of metal to alleviate comb filtering caused by the console reflecting the signal from the monitors.
Here's a graph showing the difference with Yamaha NS10Ms:
Notice the much flatter response with the ATWS (blue line) in the critical midrange frequencies.
Another feature that I like about this console is that you can bypass each of the four equalizer bands separately. Also "instead of having a switch to select between a shelf and peak shape UTA uses a potentiometer, making it possible to blend between the two shapes. This “Shape Control” offers extraordinary flexibility in deriving the contour and slope of a particular EQ move. It is possible to emulate the contour and slope of any other equalizer made."
UTA is in the process of making a channelstrip that incorporates this eq called the MPEQ-1.
Options/Specifications:
- 24 busses
- 6 aux sends
- 4 additional external monitoring inputs
- 3-way speaker selection
- Individual left/right speaker cut & mono switches
- Integrated talkback and studio monitor control
- Configurable up to 108 inputs (transformer option on all outputs)
- 2 switchable line inputs per channel
- Electronically balanced signal inputs
- Analog VU metering for channels, busses, & aux sends
- Built-in audiophile headphone amp
- Stereo aux input channels available without EQ
- EQ & Insert switching automation
- Individual level & pan control on buss sends for surround mixing
- HP & LP filters with variable frequency and Q adjustment
- Variable phase adjustment within specific frequency range
- Blend between peak and shelf shapes on all 4 bands of EQ
- Active circuitry on removable modules for easy serviceability
- Long life low-ESR electrolytic capacitors
- Bipolar 28V supplies
- Power supply short protection on each circuit
Lexicon 2400 - One of the 1st. Time Compressor/Expanders
The 2400 uses 4 DSP chips for the number crunching that enables it to do time compression/expansion in real time. Nowadays this can be easily achieved in several different ways depending on the software you choose (e.g. Serato's Pitch 'n Time, Waves Soundshifter). Some DAWs even have this capability built in (Protools Elastic Audio, Logic FlexTime). 2 decades ago there were no such choices and the 2400 was one of the best ways to achieve this effect.
The 2400 was used on many Blockbuster movies including "Star Trek V',"Full Metal Jacket","The Hunt For Red October","The Simpsons" and the animated feature "An American Tail" to name a few. It was also used for "jingles" and voiceover work.There are two versions of the 2400. From Lexicon's press release:
"The 2400 and 2400 TCF are identical in their basic functions which is to provide flawless time compression/expansion without degrading the original program material. The 2400 incorporates extensive machine control capabilities that allow it to act as a master controller. The 2400 TCF was designed specifically for post production and has no machine control but instead slaves to other machines through the use of time code."
You can download the manual for the 2400 here.
Here's a link to a page by the circuit designer of the 2400 - Jon Dattoro. He shares more info about the 2400: https://ccrma.stanford.edu/~dattorro/Lexicon.htm and a current Ebay auction of the Lexicon 2400.
Creating My Circle
I started to imagine myself being the NEVE 8128 and all the problems with it. If you didn’t know that room, you would never get that room to work properly. The LYNX machine is a synchronizer that acts as the brain between the console and the tape machines. For some reason, SYNC OUT on the patch bay never gave signal to READER IN on the console for the automation to work. There were only 2 ways you could make that work without pulling apart the back of the console.
Read the rest here http://carlisleyoung.tumblr.com/post/6751834469/creating-my-circle
Monday, June 20, 2011
Waves SoundShifter SuperSpecial $129
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Sunday, June 19, 2011
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY! - Dad's Life video
This is dedicated to all the Dads, Mentors, Big Brothers and all those who play a fatherly role in someone's life. It was sent to me a by a good friend and fellow engineer. Thanks G.
Enjoy.
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Digitech iPB-10 Programmable Pedalboard
Digitech has put a new twist on guitar processing with the iPB-10 Programmable Pedalboard. Seems like a great idea but I'm a little concerned about having an iPad in a floor unit that gets stepped on.
From the website:
"The iPB-10 allows you to create your ultimate pedalboard, all on your iPad. Design a pedalboard by simply dragging and dropping up to 10 different pedals, in any order, to each pedalboard. You can even add an amp and cabinet to each setup. With 87 different pedals, 54 amps, and 26 cabinets to choose from, your options are virtually unlimited. Simply swipe your finger across the iPad to rearrange your pedals, turn them on and off, or to adjust their knobs."FEATURES
- Drag and drop pedalboard design
- Arrange pedals in any order
- Touch screen control
- 87 pedals
- 54 amps
- 26 cabinets
- Drag and drop footswitch assignment
- Real-time view of pedal settings with direct access to pedal control
- Up to 10 pedals, 1 amp, and 1 cabinet can be added to a setup
- Unique setup assignable to each preset
- Infinite number of presets, 100 footswitch accessible
- Store, organize, and rate presets using My Tones library
- Compatible with iPad2 and iPad
iPB-10 Rear Panel Features
- 1/4” guitar input
- 1/4" amp loop with ground lift switch
- 1/4" effects loop
- Stereo 1/4" line output with Amp/Mixer switch
- Output level
- Stereo XLR outputs with ground lift switch
- 1/8” headphone output
- 1/4" external footswitch control
- USB port for audio streaming
- DC power input
- Power switch
Friday, June 17, 2011
Trident HG3 High Definition Studio Monitors
The Trident HG3 speakers were first announced at the '09 AES. Since then many audio pros have been waiting anxiously for these speakers to hit the market. I've heard through the grapevine that they will be released shortly.
"Legendary speaker designer Harvey Gerst worked with noted amp designer Russ Allee to create the new HG3 powered close-field monitors for Trident Audio Developments. The HG3 speakers combine a midrange and HF driver in a separate swiveling enclosure set into a ported subwoofer cabinet, with the swiveling action greatly reducing diffraction distortion while letting users adjust directionality for improved imaging. Three sets of inputs allow for balanced (XLR and TRS) and unbalanced (TS and RCA) connections." - George Peterson
Here's a video clip with Mr. Gerst explaining the design of the HG3 in more detail:
Trident HG3 Specifications
Frequency Response: 35 Hz - 19,500 Hz +/-2 dB
Sensitivity (1Watt@1Meter): 89 dB
Typical Noise Level: -104 dB
Typical THD : 0.05%
Maximum Output: LF Section - 140 Watts RMS
Maximum Output: Mid/High Section - 80 Watts RMS.
MSRP $4995
http://trident-audio.com/hg3.html
Brainworx -Make $30 in 2 minutes!
Recently received this newsletter from Brainworx. They will give you a $30 voucher for completing a small survey. You will also be automatically entered for a chance to win a bundle with all their plugins:
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Your voucher is valid until August 30, 2011!
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Your voucher is valid until August 30, 2011!
bx_shredspread TDM out now: it´s a FREE upgrade!!
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25% off in June! Just 109 US$ / 75 EUR!
If you own bx_shredspread, just grab the new V1.1 installer and rock on in TDM land!
Intelligent M/S Stereo Width and Tone Control
IK Multimedia 15th Year Anniversary Sale and Giveaway
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Dear Musician, This Summer, IK Celebrates its 15th Year Anniversary! Join us in celebrating a history of hard work and success with an unprecedented series of prizes and promotionsbeginning June 15 to September 15, 2011: |
Once in a lifetime MEGA Group Buy! Buy any qualifying IK product* and get another one FREE of equal or lesser value. But that's not all! When 5,000 users participate you get TWO FREE Products! Check out our Group Buy page now to see where it stands, what the eligible products are and all other information. * T-RackS 3 Singles, AmpliTube Custom Shop Gear Credits, 3rd party software products, books, merchandising, iPhone/iPod touch/iPad accessories and apps excluded. Free products can only be downloadable software - not shippable products. |  |
15% discount on the entire IK range! |
From June 15 to September 15, 2011 only, use the promo code 15YEARS at checkout to take 15% off everything in the IK's online shop. You can even apply this promo code** to your Group Buy purchase for additional savings! This of course excludes iOS apps since those are only available in the App Store. |  |
15 FREE JamPoints to registered IK users JamPoints are like dollar/euro that IK users earn with every purchase to redeem as a discount** on your future purchases. During our 15 Year Anniversary Celebration, registered IK users will receive a minimum of 15 FREE JamPoints, which they can use at the IK online shop. |  |
If you are not an IK user yet, simply download and register AmpliTube 3 Custom Shop FREE, SampleTank FREEor any of IK's FREE iTunes apps during this celebration and you will receive 15 JamPoints in your User Area. **One promotional code per order. |
15 IK users get $15,000 worth of prizes IK registered users, you'll have a chance to win a Fender guitar, Pro Tools 9, Yamaha MOX6 and many others for this Summer's Celebration. Check out thefull prize list! All IK registered users are automatically entered for the giveaway. If you are not yet an IK registered user, simply download and register AmpliTube 3 Custom Shop FREE, SampleTank FREE or any of our FREE iTunes apps to join. No purchase is necessary to enter the giveaway. |  |
Weekly 15th Anniversary Surprise Deals During the celebration we will announce some surprise promotions, so stay tuned to our web site, forums, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and SoundCloudsocial networks for more to come during the IK Multimedia 15 Year Anniversary - Celebrating 15 Years of Musical Innovation. |  |
Stay Tuned. |
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GOBBLER - free 50gb account for signing up before June 27
Gobbler
An indispensable service for backing up, sending, and organizing PRO AUDIO
10.5+/Intel | Windows User?
Gobbler is a new service that will become an asset to many audio and video pros.
It is compatible with all the major DAWs. Mac OSX only at the moment but Windows support is on the way. They're currently offering a free 50gb account for signing up before June 27.
From their website:
"Gobbler is the backup, transfer, and organizational tool for managing audio project files and assets. Gobbler solves some of the most frustrating problems that musicians and producers face on a daily basis, without getting in your way or changing the way you work. We integrate with most major DAWs to help you keep your files secure, expedite the process of sending and receiving, and provide access to them from anywhere with an internet connection.
With Gobbler, you’ll never lose a project again. It’s extremely powerful, but simple to use."
Backup
Security & Privacy
For more info including tutorials on using the service visit http://www.gobbler.com/
"Gobbler is the backup, transfer, and organizational tool for managing audio project files and assets. Gobbler solves some of the most frustrating problems that musicians and producers face on a daily basis, without getting in your way or changing the way you work. We integrate with most major DAWs to help you keep your files secure, expedite the process of sending and receiving, and provide access to them from anywhere with an internet connection.
With Gobbler, you’ll never lose a project again. It’s extremely powerful, but simple to use."
Here are some of Gobbler's features:
- Your recordings are irreplaceable. So is our backup built for audio.
- File changes are monitored in real-time and automatically backed up.
- Un-delete old projects and restore previous file versions through historical snapshots.
- Drives can be disconnected during backup, and when reconnected will continue backup where it left off.
- Drives can be moved between different machines and backup will continue from where it left off.
- Gobbler avoids interference with recording by pausing during any CPU-intensive tasks.
- Snooze and restart Gobbler to free up bandwidth, and backup picks up where it left off.
- Deduplication avoids redundant backups, eliminating space taken up by duplicate files. common in multiple versions of a project.
- Proprietary lossless compression backs files up to the cloud rapidly.
- Lossless Compression. Send and receive GBs of data fast.
- Proprietary lossless compression is optimized for audio and speeds transfers by up to 60% from generic file transfer services.
- Gobbler de-dupes all files in the cloud and makes sending entire projects back & forth fast and easy.
- File transfer only sends & receives changes, deeply decreasing transfer times.
- Send projects & files of any size, to any number of recipients.
- Zipping files is not required to speed uploads to Gobbler.
- Gobbler maintains master file quality and integrity throughout transfer.
- Send files to anyone, not just other Gobbler users.
- Organize
- One view of all your audio. Never lose track of files.
- Scan all drives and Gobbler catalogs the locations of all your audio.
- Easily search and browse your catalog, including offline projects, to locate file whereabouts.
- Files on disconnected hard drives are still tracked when unplugged.
- Catalog automatically updates whenever changes are detected.
- Geo-location records the last known location of any scanned project.
- Tagging is available to further customize organization of your work.
- Catalog is accessible via secure login on any computer that has Gobbler installed.
- Integrated Souncloud API allows users to create sets, organize & upload their bounces.
- One view of all your audio. Never lose track of files.
- Scan all drives and Gobbler catalogs the locations of all your audio.
- Easily search and browse your catalog, including offline projects, to locate file whereabouts.
- Files on disconnected hard drives are still tracked when unplugged.
- Catalog automatically updates whenever changes are detected.
- Geo-location records the last known location of any scanned project.
- Tagging is available to further customize organization of your work.
- Catalog is accessible via secure login on any computer that has Gobbler installed.
- Integrated Souncloud API allows users to create sets, organize & upload their bounces.
- Gobbler takes your security and privacy very seriously.
- All transmission of file data and metadata occurs over an encrypted channel.
- Files stored on the cloud server are 256-bit AES encrypted.
- No users can access your files unless you choose to share with them.
- Gobbler uses Amazon S3, your data is distributed over several large-scale data centers.
- Amazon uses military grade perimeter control berms, video surveillance, and professional security staff to keep their data centers physically secure.
- Amazon S3 provides protection against network security interference such as packet sniffing, Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks and Man in the Middle (MITM) attacks.
For more info including tutorials on using the service visit http://www.gobbler.com/
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