Archives for April 2017

A website for music loop (a group of repeating sounds) fans has a review of a collection of loops gathered a disc jockey. The reviewer says the collection has a lot (two gigabytes) of loops, featuring guitars, drums, piano, and horn. The reviewer says the loops range from 70 to 90 beats per minute. The reviewer is extremely positive about this collection, giving it a ten out of ten ranking. The major elements of the collection are summarized at the end.

Read more: DJ Vadim The Dubcatcher Loops review by MusicTech Magazine

The online version of a magazine covering the recording world has a review of a new software program, called the MIDI touchbar. MIDI stands for musical instrument digital interface, the language used for recording and playing music on digital synthesizers. This program is compatible with three major digital audio workstations, and can talk with software programs such as Max and Pure Data. The software is designed for use on Apple computers. The account has a link at the end, which will allow users to download this program.

Read more: MIDI Touchbar is the world’s smallest MIDI controller

An online version of a music recording magazine contains a review of a recently released meter. The reviewer notes that many musicians want their master recording to sound loud. The problem is that loudness can come with distortion. The reviewer posted positive reports on a meter released by TC Electronics. He notes the author of a book on recording likes this company. The reviewer liked the fact that the unit takes several formats. Also, it has a very nice looking radar type screen. The price and website for this unit are shown.

Read more: TC Electronic Clarity M Desktop Audio Meter Review – Industry Standard Mastering Tool