Music Tech Magazine - Issue 70

Pro tips and tricks for great-sounding bass, how to let instruments find their natural space in a mix, plus Ten Minute Masters on tape and audio interfaces. Kore 2, Logic Pro 8, Cubase 4.1 and Reason 4 Workshops.

Publish date: 17 December 2008

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In the issue…

Features
Mastering Bass
Whether or not it has been produced or recorded digitally, the bass end of a mix has always been one of the most difficult parts of any audio production to get right. Mark Cousins looks at techniques you can employ to ensure that the low end of your mix conveys all the depth and power it can.

Mixdown Masterclass
With parts played, performances recorded and the arrangement nailed, it’s time to think about mixing down. Mo Volans guides you through what can be a challenging stage of production, revealing techniques that yield quality results.

Ten Minute Masters
Computer Audio Interfaces
The audio interface is a vital studio component that defines the way we work to a significant extent – and there are plenty out there to choose from. Grant Bridgeman explores the options.
The Sound of Tape
From the glorious sound of copious tape saturation to good, old-fashioned tape delay, the sound of magnetic recording is here to stay. Mark Cousins gets reel.

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This Month’s Workshops
Cubase 4
As systems become increasingly cluttered, knowing how to manage all that audio and MIDI data is vital for efficient workflow. Hollin Jones takes charge.
Kore 2
Hailed as ‘the next-generation workstation’, Kore 2 is an impressive collection of sounds with a slick interface and integrated hardware control. Mo Volans digs in.
Logic Pro 8
If you know your way around the EXS24’s Parameters window you can transform Logic’s sampler instruments in extreme ways. Mark Cousins pushes the envelope.
Reason 4
Reason 4 is the most powerful version to date, but older machines can struggle with large projects. Hollin Jones shows you how to optimise Reason for maximum performance.

Reviews
Another selection of hardware and software is put through their paces in this issue, including Focusrite’s Saffire PRO 40, the Adam S5, MOTU’s Digital Performer 6, the Berhringer SX3242FX, NI’s Traktor Pro and Cakewalk’s Sonar 8.

ON THE DVD

Drums, basses, loops, effects and vocals in multiple styles and formats
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Puremagnetik
Premium selection from three of Puremagnetik Micropaks compiled by New York-based sound designer Micah Frank.
www.puremagnetik.com

Big Bass
Analogue and digital bass synths, with sounds from the Roland D-50, Waldorf Microwave, Oberheim Matrix 6 and Access Virus C.
www.pinknoisestudio.com

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