Archives for August 2018

Audionamix has developed a new software tool called Instant Dialogue Cleaner (IDC) that can filter out background noise while preserving speech. Unlike its competitors, which focus on recognizing different types of noise, IDC uses its sophisticated DNN artificial intelligence to recognize and preserve speech regardless of what kinds of noise are present. This makes it a great post-production tool for filtering out weather sounds, traffic and other ambient noise efficiently and intuitively, leaving crisper, clearer dialogue for viewers. A permanent license will cost $139 before July 17, before increasing to $199.

Key Takeaways:

• The IDC plugin stands for Instant Dialogue Cleaner, and it will be released at the upcoming GearFest.
• IDC has the ability to not only separate, but also preserve any speech so that it does not become lost during the production process.
• The advanced technology that allows IDC to separate and preserve is called ADX technology.

“The IDC, Instant Dialogue Cleaner, plug-in from Audiomanix will beaAvailable for pre-launch sale starting July 2 2018.”

Read more: https://ask.audio/articles/audionamix-instant-dialogue-cleaner-preserves-speech-intelligently-removes-noise

Do you want to achieve immaculate, pristine sound? The key to achieving that lies in the microphone preamp. The economical pre-73 offers great sound for a fraction of the price. The omnipotent TG Microphone Cassette gives great analogue audio. Black Lion Audio may lack fancy features but its sound is top notch. The Black Lion B173 offers vivid sound quality. The 512 focuses on strong acoustics. Finally, the AMS Neve 1073 SPX offers big, enveloping sound.

Key Takeaways:

• The Golden Age models delivers a pre-amplification level of over 70dB, perfect for those trying to achieve a professional sound.
• If you’re looking for a more authentic sound to add to your tracks, the Black Lion model may be the best option.
• The Neve 1073 is a prototype that delivers a warm and inviting sound which presents a much more welcoming effect than previous models.

“This time it’s the turn of the humble but essential microphone preamp – all you need to give you the perfect audio”

Read more: http://www.musictech.net/2018/06/6-of-the-best-microphone-preamps/

Parallel processing is not just a production tool that can be utilize during the actual mixing aspect of producing a hit track. By providing the recording artist with the parallel processing results during their recording session, you can help them feel more relaxed by allowing them to hear what they sound like post-production. This gives them a heightened level of confidence due to it feeling as though they are recording an actual mainstream track instead of just a demo version.

Key Takeaways:

• When you provide the artist with parallel processing during a recording session, it helps boost their confidence.
• Hearing parallel processing helps the track sound much more like a mainstream release instead of a demo.
• It will give the artist a better idea of what the finished product will sound like beforehand.

“Parallel processing isn’t just a mixing trick. You can also use it during recording to get a better performance from your vocalist.”

Read more: https://www.audio-issues.com/recording-tips/use-parallel-processing-recording-get-great-vocal-performance/

Key Takeaways:

• • Many novice producers fail to put a lot of time into the planning process when it comes to recognizing their final goal.
  • Be sure that you do not overproduce a track by adding too many plugins and effects.
  • It is vital to make sure that all of your phasing modules are running congruently to one another and not clashing.

“If you find yourself guilty any of these, fear not, I’ve been guilty of them too! So have we all. Read on, and learn from our mistakes.”

Read more: https://www.izotope.com/en/blog/mixing/10-beginner-mistakes-to-avoid-when-mixing-music.html

To create great music, you have to grab it at its source. Of course, the making of that great song, or soundtrack, starts by getting the audio signal within your computer. Then, you add in some other files, or instrumentation. Lastly, you play back the results on your monitors. That initial drawing in of of the audio signal, however, starts with your mic and your interface, perhaps with a preamp, or two It only ends after you have collected the vocals and instrumentation, they’re all inside your digital audio workstation, and you’re ready to mix the results.
Depending upon the warmth, character and sensitivity your after, you can elect to go with a condenser, dynamic, or ribbon mic. There are also several basic recording techniques that you can use for best effect with your mic option.
For acoustic guitar, a good recording method is to use two mics, arranged to create a 90 degree angle, placed between the sound hole and the 12th fret. For electronic music choose a dynamic mic you like and use it positioned close to the amp. Put it near the center for a brighter sound and more towards the edge of the amp if a more mellow sound is what you’re after. For piano music, use a single mic. Place it in the middle. Or, conversely, put it to the side, knowing that will create more of a hammering sound. Finally, for vocals, position the mic just below the nose, a little above the mouth. Always use a pop shield.

Key Takeaways:

• Getting the sound into your computer starts with having a good mic and a great interface to work with.
• Depending on what kind of character, warmth and sensitivity your after you can opt for a condenser, ribbon, or dynamic mic.
• A good recording set up, with which to capture the sound and flavor of an acoustic guitar, is
  to place two mics, one at the sound hole and one at the 12th fret, so that they create a 90 degree angle.

“If you capture the perfect sound at source you will have a much better ingredient with which to produce perfect music.”

Read more: http://www.musictech.net/2018/06/essential-guide-to-recording/