Eventide Announces UltraReverb Plug-In — 9 Reverbs from the H8000
A collection of ‘verbs from their fabled H8000, Eventide has released UltraReverb as a DAW compatible plug-in. At the UltraReverb’s core lives a total of 9 unique reverb algorithms with full control...
View ArticleUniversal Audio Announces AMS RMX16 Reverb and Softube Summit Audio TLA-100A...
Exclusively available for the UAD platform and Apollo interfaces, Universal Audio has released a reverb plugin two years in the making. The AMS RMX16 plugin is modeled after the actual RMX16 hardware...
View ArticleTrack Attack! Recording “Rosie” at These Outer Spaces Studio, Brooklyn
A rock opera in 5:44 – that’s what you’re in for with “Rosie.” She will, she will, ROCK YOU: The inimitable Sylvana Joyce. It takes a special track to take you on a massive journey in a short amount of...
View ArticleRIP Mike Skinner: Producer, Drummer, Audio Adventurist
He could leap into a frenetic beat or lock into a solid groove. He could keep it subtle or go absolutely all out. I loved watching Mike Skinner play drums. Mike Skinner (photo courtesy of Kevin...
View ArticleUnpopular Instruments in Popular Music: 9 Sonic Oddities
Tired of the traditional dominance of guitar, bass, and drums in pop music? Here are 9 instruments that have made it into popular music that you either didn’t know about, can’t pronounce, or wouldn’t...
View ArticleCrane Song Announces INSIGNA Valve-Based Tube EQ for the 500 Series
A tantalizing new unit is headed for your 500 rack. INSIGNA, the third and final edition to Crane Song’s 500 tube series debuts in December. Coming soon is the Crane Song INSIGNA, a valve-based tube EQ...
View ArticleLine 6 Introduces Sonic Port VX Mobile Audio Interface
Line 6 remains a dedicated provider of creative tools for musicians on the go. Expanding on that dedication, they have now introduced the Sonic Port VX – the second of their Sonic Port line of...
View ArticleAlternative Audio Careers: Luke Furr — Founder of Shoreview Distribution
Behind the gear in your studio is an unseen force: the distributor. Luke Furr launched Shoreview Distribution in 1989. It’s not manpower that you think about very often because, well, you’re not...
View ArticleUniversal Audio Announces UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt DSP Accelerators
Universal Audio has just gone deeper into audio space with its UAD-2 Satellite line – the relentless sound pioneers have introduced their new UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt DSP Accelerators. Macs mixing...
View ArticleReview: An Unorthodox Look At Synthmaster 2.6 — by Nick Messitte
Since its release, Synthmaster—a semi-modular synth by KV331Audio — has garnered heaps of praise from audio critics: Rob Mitchell of Soundbytes wrote that it’s “tough to find something it can’t do.”...
View Article137th AES Approaches: Neil Portnow of Recording Academy Giving Opening...
The 137th AES Convention is just around the corner and key announcements have begun. First, President/CEO Neil Portnow of The Recording Academy is giving Friday’s opening keynote. Representing The...
View ArticleJourney FOH Engineer Jim Yakabuski Featured in Meyer Sound Online Mixing...
October will be informative right off the bat for audio heads. That’s because the month begins with veteran FOH engineer Jim Yakabuski joining Meyer Sound instructor Buford Jones as a special guest, in...
View ArticleLaCie Announces Super Fast d2 Thunderbolt 2 External Hard Drive
Associated with professional media storage, LaCie’s hard drives provide reliable storage options for all. The latest in LaCie’s d2 line, Thunderbolt 2 comes available with USB 3.0 and – you guessed it...
View ArticleSSL Announces Mid-Scale Analog Console – XL-Desk
Recent releases from Solid State Logic express their catering to the modern-day recording studio. Usually meaning compact size, more DSP, and more DAW integration. But SSL is still known for their...
View ArticleSonicScoop Redesigns Site, Launches New “SonicScientist” Section
The 21st century keeps on unfolding, and so does SonicScoop. This week, we’ve launched a fresh new redesign and are happy to announce a whole new section on the website, called “SonicScientist”....
View ArticleTascam Now Shipping US-2×2 and US-4×4 USB Audio/MIDI Interfaces
Tascam adds two interfaces to their portable line, both equipped with their Ultra-HDDA microphone preamps (hybrid XLR/TRS for the 2×2). The US-2×2 and US-4×4 can record up to up to 96kHz/24-bit via...
View ArticleDawner Prince Effects Launches Viberator Stereo Vibe Pedal
Straight from Croatia, Dawner Prince Effects wants to get your attention. SonicScoop sez – attention granted! With the shipping of the Viberator, created to give a recharge to the beloved Uni-Vibe...
View ArticleMy GO TO…Mix Bus: Three Pros Share Their Secret Weapons
In this edition of the GO TO series, we’re focusing on the big picture. Specifically, your mix bus or master fader as it relates to mixing music. Whether you’re mixing on an analog console, in the box...
View ArticleNYC Event: Attend the BB4 Studios Debut – Brooklyn, 10/23
An enticing new audio facility is set to arrive in Brooklyn. But don’t expect a low-key intro for this studio – BB4 is set to make a splash on impact. Join BB4 as they hit the ground running on October...
View ArticleAntelope Audio Introduces MP32: 32 Channels of Rack-Mount Preamps
Antelope Audio has announced the MP32 as part of their product unveiling for the 137th AES convention. The signal chain is designed to be open and transparent, complementing their Orion 32...
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