Dynamic Processors
Apple announced today updated versions of the Mac Studio. Interestingly, the company is leveraging both generations of chips with the base Studio now packing an M4 Max chip while the higher-end model featuring an M3 Ultra. According to Apple's own metrics, the new Mac Studio is their most powerful Mac to date. The M4 Studio's asking price comes in at $1,999 while the kitted-out M3 version starts at a cool $3,999.
Apple made a surprise announcement today, revealing an updated MacBook Air with an M4 processor and a new sky blue colorway. More surprising than the announcement itself is the fact that the Air is getting a price cut with the 13- and 15-inch models now starting at $999 and $1,199 respectively.
Apple MacBook Air with the M4 chip
If you’re relatively new to the studio and are trying to figure out ways to elevate the quality of your recordings, it’s essential to learn a little about audio compression. The term may sound daunting, but the basics of this technology are not too difficult to learn. In fact, after reading this simple and brief guide, you should be able to start implementing compressors into your tracks right away.
What is an Audio Compressor?
In its simplest terms, a compressor is used to “smooth out” the dynamics of a track. It does this by reducing the
Like other offerings available in the 500 Series format, there is a wealth of compressors to select in this increasingly popular form factor. Ranging from unique and original designs to emulations and clones of some of the most classic compressors heard on countless albums and songs, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the choice. This piece will highlight some standouts.
Chandler’s Little Devil has become a go to for many engineers since its
Are you looking for a whole slew of guitar effects, a bunch of built-in rhythm patterns, and an eighty-second looper, all in one pedal? Then look no farther than the G3n and the G3Xn, both manufactured by Zoom, a company long in the multi-effects processing game. The G3n gives you 68 guitar effects and five amp/cab
Real-time vocal harmony generation can often sound artificial—and sometimes, even a little off-putting. However, if you haven’t heard TC-Helicon’s take on the effect, you’ll be in for a treat when you go online and check out some audio samples. With this Vocal Processor, TC-Helicon has taken its harmony algorithms and put them into a form factor specifically tailored for keyboard players.
Indeed, it can generate
When I was trying to decide what outboard gear to cover first for this ongoing “Studio Classics” guide, I knew I wanted to start with classic compressors; the kind that have been heard on your favorite recordings and are considered “stock” studio gear. Sure, the importance of EQs cannot be overstated (and will surely be covered), but I have a particular fondness for compressors. Responsible for helping to control your dynamic range, whether it is just a touch or a flat-out squash, or helping to shape your tone, these compressors have defined
Synthesizers appeal to a broad range of users, many of whom experience sheer delight with the sounds and symphonies they can create on a synth. Analog synthesizers are making something of a big comeback this year, and we'd like to take this opportunity to share information about the more outstanding models, and the people who love to create the tones and multitimbral tunes that these instruments are able to produce. In the course of this article, you will meet three different types of analog synth aficionados: the Desktop Beat Slinger,