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In the realm of digital music production, achieving a warm, analog sound can often be challenging. Enter the Soundtoys Radiator and Little Radiator plugins, two powerful tools designed to infuse your tracks with the character and warmth reminiscent of classic tube gear. This week, I’m diving into how these plugins can transform your music, offering that sought-after vintage vibe with just a few tweaks.
As music producers, we continuously strive to refine our workflow and the quality of our music. Tools like Sonarworks SoundID for room correction are indispensable for achieving a precise mix by adjusting the audio output to the acoustics of your studio. However, I’ve stumbled upon a subtle yet significant mistake in my process when using Ableton Live’s freeze and flatten feature in conjunction with room correction—a mistake that’s easy to overlook and can affect the integrity of your tracks.
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Ableton Live 12 has introduced a range of new features aimed at enhancing user experience, with significant upgrades to its browser functionality. As a long-time user, I’ve spent considerable time diving into these features, and I’m here to share five advanced tips that can drastically improve your workflow when navigating and organizing within Ableton’s revamped browser.
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In the world of audio production, EQ tools are fundamental in shaping the sound of a mix. While many producers have a go-to set of plugins, sometimes exploring overlooked options reveals hidden gems that can transform your approach to mixing. This was precisely my experience with the Soundtoys Sie-Q EQ, a plugin that I had not fully utilized until recently. This blog post explores the unique characteristics of the Sie-Q and compares its performance with the renowned FabFilter Pro-Q3.
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Recently, I had the opportunity to delve into the latest offering from Sample Logic, the UltraSPHERE plugin. This exploration was initiated by Sample Logic themselves, who reached out to me to feature their new product in a demo video for its launch. It’s important to note that this wasn’t a paid promotion; they simply provided a license for the plugin, ensuring that my insights remain unbiased and focused purely on the functionality and creative potential of UltraSPHERE.
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