Although additional gear may not always be equal to a better output sometimes it’s just good to splurge on a few extra things. Yes, music making can cost quite a bit especially if you always want to get what’s in or what’s the latest and manufacturers have been capitalizing on this ever since. Making us buy things that we don’t really need and we realize after we have bought it. But there are also great benefits of keeping up to date when it comes to your gear and here are 6 perfect excuses why you need to buy that latest upgrade.
Read more here: http://www.musictech.net/2017/10/6-reasons-buy-more-gear/
The New Ambeo Smart Headset Now Available For Shipping
Sennheiser recently announced that the new Ambeo Smart Headset is now available for shipping in the US and Canada. First showcased earlier this year at CES 2017, the AMBEO SMART HEADSET makes 3D audio a reality on a mobile device by capturing incredibly detailed and realistic immersive 3D recordings.
The AMBEO SMART HEADSET is now available for Apple iOS devices featuring a Lightning connector. A version for Android devices is planned for release at a later date. The headset is priced at $299.95 (U.S.) and $399.95 (CAN).
Read more about this here: http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/3538821#ixzz4wz2U7YoA
Earthworks Launches The New SV3 3 Studio Mic
Held at the AES Convention in New York, Earthworks launched its new flagship microphone, the SV3 3. The new high-resolution studio mic SV3 3 claims to deliver a near-perfect cardioid polar pattern that is consistent up to 80 degrees off-axis, claim its makers.
This will be available in December 2017 with a U.S. street price of $2,399.00.
Read more about this here: https://www.soundonsound.com/news/aes-2017-earthworks-debut-sv33-studio-vocal-mic
Waveform Editing 101
If you are a sound designer, a field recordist, composer, or if you like performing using samplers, and anyone who does audio editing this article is for you. Understanding waveform editing is essential in audio editing, although today’s DAWs are capable of getting it done it only gets you up to a certain level. So you need to choose an editor that suits your need. There is Adobe Audition, Sound Forge Pro and Audacity just to name a few. Choose well so you will have value for your money.
First of all, a DAW and a Dedicated Waveform Editor are two different tools.
Read more here: https://theproaudiofiles.com/fundamentals-waveform-editing/
Home Studio Mistakes And How To Fix Them
Focus on making music in your studio by knowing and understanding the most common mistakes made in a home studio, if you can learn them you can avoid them. Nevertheless, if you are currently doing them there are ways you can fix them as well. The sad truth is it will cost three times as much and take three times as long when it comes to estimating. Here is a list that will help you avoid making these mistakes by helping you prioritize on things that really matters. Start by having a set of goals and answering the question what are you trying to achieve?
Read more here: https://www.grammy.com/grammys/news/home-studio-slip-ups-10-common-mistakes-and-how-fix-them