Mathew Lane StereoDelta Plugin Review

StereoDelta is an easy to use spatial processor, available as AAX/AU/VST/VST3 plug-in, with one powerful knob to control your stereo image. From true mono to three dimensional width, StereoDelta always maintains a natural sound thanks to DrMS technology inside.

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Mixing Hip Hop Vocals – Using A DeEsser for Sibilance

One of the most prevalent issues I hear when mixing vocals is harsh, sibilant recordings. This can be especially noticeable within Hip Hop and Rap style vocals because we’re usually compressing the verse audio heavily, which can make these unpleasant sounds more obvious. There are many different ways to correct this problem.

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Mastering R&B Like A Pro

By request: Here is a new tutorial on how to master your song, in this case an R&B track from an album I worked on w/ Trap and Soul elements. I am using the RME UFX for my metering but as I mention in the video, you just need a plugin or meter that will ...

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Sonarworks Reference 3 Review – Headphone Plugin

From Sonarworks: “Most headphones are held back by physical limitations. We measure those limitations and create a digital profile to correct them through processing in a DAW plugin. With the advanced technology of our Reference 3 Headphone plugin, you get these results with shocking simplicity and absolute accuracy. Tap into the full potential of your ...

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Top 10 Compressor Plugins for Hip Hop Vocals

So, you have a nice Hip Hop vocal recording and now it’s time to start mixing! The most important aspect of the Hip Hop vocal is that it is easily heard, balanced and blended with the instrumental. This is achieved in large part by proper use of compression and when coupled with effects like EQ ...

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AAS Chromaphone 2 Plugin Demo

Here’s a quick demo for Chromaphone 2 – Applied Acoustic Systems’ newest Acoustic Object Synthesizer. It has an extremely diverse and expressive sound to it with a great looking GUI which we’ve come to expect from AAS. This is not designed to compete with the synth plugin heavyweights like Omnisphere 2, Massive, etc. It’s an ...

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NAMM 2016 Preview

It’s that time of year again – artists, musicians and the companies that create our favorite tools come in droves to Anaheim, CA for the biggest music conference on the planet! Every year, there are tons of new product announcements and innovations introduced exclusively at the event. There’s always a few standouts. Here’s some highlights ...

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