I think I have a problem. I am on a constant quest for more EQs. Neutral, transparent ones; thick, colored ones; edgy, fat, thin, dark… you name it—I want to hear it. My ears perk up at the slightest mention of a new EQ being introduced, and I start to Read more...
All artforms have their elitists, and music is certainly no exception.
Elitism in music production extends beyond the dictates of the listeners, to the writers, creators, technicians and even the tools they use to create.
For many of those behind the scenes, all the honor and prestige is in adhering Read more...
One of the latest trends in the world of audio effects is software and plugin subscription. This relatively new business model (at least for the pro audio market) can offer an insane amount of value at a surprisingly low monthly cost.
Following in the footsteps of Adobe’s CreativeCloud and popular Read more...
When Sound Performance Labs introduced its revolutionary dynamics processor, Transient Designer, in the late 90s, it created a whole new class of audio effects.
This groundbreaking new design employed what SPL would call its “Differential Envelope Technology” to adjust the relative levels of the attack and sustain of a sound, Read more...
In another collaboration with Drawmer themselves, Swedish plug-in developers Softube have carefully constructed their Drawmer 1973 Multi-Band Compressor after the original hardware.
The original Drawmer is recognized for its precise three-band selection with no compression
crossover. Other notable features of the compressor include ‘Big’ and ‘Air’ modes to preserve low Read more...
