There are plenty of great apps for iOS music producers, but there are a few that really stand out. Depending on what features are most important to you, you may have a vastly different opinion of certain apps than another producer. David Israel makes music using iOS exclusively, with a focus on the iPad. Take a look at the article linked below to see if there are any great apps that you’ve been missing out on.
You can read the full article here: http://smitematter.com/2013/02/02/the-must-have-ios-music-apps-in-my-process/
Recording Software
Mixing With Reaper
Reaper is a powerful digital audio workstation, but that power can be intimidating. Putting features of the software to work for you may save you time or even improve the quality of your mixes. The Reaper Blog, linked below, is a great way to pick up new tricks and information. The link is about the mixer control panel in particular, but browse around to see if you can learn something new.
Take a look at the full article: http://reaperblog.net/2013/01/reaper-101-mixer-control-panel/
EVAC Sound Sample Pack Now Available
Sounds to Sample has released the EVAC sample pack. The $25 download comes with hundreds of samples, including drum loops, FX loops, OneShot samples, and more. EVAC, also known as Jeremy Goldstein, put his years of experience to work in composing this sample pack. Listen to the demos to see if these samples suit your needs.
You can get more information here: http://rekkerd.org/sounds-to-sample-presents-evac-sample-pack/
Estrima Released From WOK
WOK has released Estrima, a plug-in that puts the vintage sound of a string quartet at your fingertips. Available for an introductory price of €9.87, or just a bit over $13 US, it wouldn’t hurt to have these sounds in your library. Take a listen to their samples, this plug-in may be just what you didn’t know you needed.
You can read more about Estrima here: http://www.kvraudio.com/news/wok-releases-estrima—easy-string-machine-for-windows-vst-21257
Free Stereo Distortion Plugin Download
The free Max For Live Stereo Distortion plugin for Ableton is now available as a free download. The capabilities of this and other Ableton plugins open extra possibilities to what can be done with the software. If stereo distortion doesn’t meet your needs, maybe on of the many other plugins that are available will?
You can read more about the freed download here: http://www.pointblankonline.net/blog/free-download-stereo-distortion-ableton/