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Filtering the sound of the vuvuzela from the FIFA World Cup

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Love it or hate it, the sound of the vuvuzela is an intrinsic feature of the FIFA World Cup in South Africa. So what if you hate it? Read more...

Whoever invented this stupid terminology should be force fed with Brussels sprouts for a fortnight. Even the 'experts' can get it wrong.

Low-pass and high-pass filters often have a 'slope' control. What is the slope of a filter? How do you select the right slope?

Both EQ and filters alter the frequency response characteristics of a signal. But how are they different, and how should they be applied?

Ah, that mysterious Q control in your EQ. Does it actually do anything?

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Microphone Polar Patterns and Stereo Configurations
Microphone Polar Patterns and Stereo Configurations
Microphone polar patterns and basic stereo configurations are fundamental to audio. Many people have read about them, but few have tested them for themselves. Here, you can hear and see all the basic patterns and stereo configurations recorded at Abbey Road Studio 2. Microphone Polar Patterns and Stereo Configurations
The Delon Brooks Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
The Delon Brooks Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
Hear ten PRO microphones on male vocal, recorded in studio master quality at Abbey Road Studio 2. The tests include the $6000 AEA A440 ribbon mic, the twin-tube sE Electronics Gemini II, plus eight other mics you NEED to know. PLUS video recordings of all of the tests in this Multimedia Set™. Mic list: ADK Vienna, AEA A440, Audio Technica AT4050, Bruel & Kjaer (DPA) 4011, STC (Coles) 4038, Neumann U47, Rode NT1A, sE Electronics Gemini II, sE Electronics Z5600a Mk II, Violet Design Amethyst. The Delon Brooks Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
Four Exotic Microphones on Acoustic Guitar
Four Exotic Microphones on Acoustic Guitar
Three tube mics, one ribbon mic compared on acoustic guitar. From the super-low-cost CAD M9 and Golden Age Project TC1 all the way up to the mega-expensive Telefunken ELA M12F. These tests show, in audio and video, exactly how these mics sound on a Martin OM-21 acoustic guitar in a variety of positions. Instantly downloadable. Four Exotic Microphones on Acoustic Guitar
The Craig Neil Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
The Craig Neil Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
Ten great microphones tested in this audio and video Multimedia Set. Includes the AEA A440 active ribbon microphone, AEA R84 ribbon, STC (Coles) 4038 ribbon, RCA 44-BX vintage ribbon, Beyerdynamic M160 ribbon, Neumann U47 vintage tube, AKG C12 vintage tube, Bruel & Kjaer 4011 capacitor, Blue Baby Bottle capacitor, Violet Design Flamingo vacuum tube. The Craig Neil Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
The Clyde Meredith Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
The Clyde Meredith Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
Hear ten PRO microphones on male vocal, recorded in studio master quality at Abbey Road Studio 2. The tests include the classic tube Neumann U47, the equally classic STC (Coles) 4038, plus eight other mics you NEED to know. PLUS video recordings of all of the tests in this Multimedia Set™. The Clyde Meredith Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
Piano Recording Techniques
Piano Recording Techniques
Seven grand piano recording techniques and eighteen microphone positions clearly demonstrated in 'Studio Master Quality' audio, together with downloadable videos of the entire session, recorded in Abbey Road Studio 3. See and hear for yourself classic piano microphone techniques and positions - select the combination that YOU like best for your next piano recording project. Piano Recording Techniques
The Hidden Compressor
The Hidden Compressor
"The Hidden Compressor" is an advanced e-learning text, so you need to know all the basics of compression already. "The Hidden Compressor" covers advanced techniques that have not been seen explained by anyone else in print or on the web. If you want to get more out of your compressor, you'll find you didn't know that the compressor you have already could do so much. "The Hidden Compressor" includes information on recommended compressors at all price levels, from home studio to pro. The Hidden Compressor
The Charlotte Roel Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 3
The Charlotte Roel Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 3
Hear nine classic and modern microphones on female vocal, recorded in studio master quality at Abbey Road Studio 3. The tests include classic tube Neumann U47 and AKG C12 mics, plus five other amazing mics you NEED to know (some costing as little as $300!). PLUS video recordings of all of the tests. The Charlotte Roel Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 3
Using Headset Microphones On Stage
Using Headset Microphones On Stage
You don't have to use a stand-mounted microphone on stage. You can enjoy the freedom of a headset mic and get really great contact with the audience. Learn the advantages, and the potential problems, here. Using Headset Microphones On Stage
An Introduction to Compression: Basic Compression
An Introduction to Compression: Basic Compression
"An Introduction to Compression: Basic Compression" shows you the science, technology and art of compression. From threshold through ratio to make-up gain, "An Introduction to Compression: Basic Compression" explains all of the foundation knowledge you need to know. Covers all the basic compressor controls, and compression techniques for dynamic range control and musical enhancement. If you don't know the material covered by "An Introduction to Compression: Basic Compression" then you simply don't know compression. An Introduction to Compression: Basic Compression
The Niccie Simpson Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
The Niccie Simpson Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
Hear ten PRO microphones on male vocal, recorded in studio master quality at Abbey Road Studio 2. The tests include the ultra-classic RCA 44BX 'Elvis' ribbon mic, the equally classic AKG C12 vintage tube, plus eight other mics you NEED to know. PLUS video recordings of all of the tests in this Multimedia Set™. Mic list: ADK Hamburg, AEA A440, Audio Technica AT4050, Bruel & Kjaer (DPA) 4011, Neumann U47, sE Electronics 4400a, sE Electronics Gemini II, STC (Coles) 4038, Violet Design Amethyst, Violet Design Globe. The Niccie Simpson Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
Pro Engineer School Vol. 2
Pro Engineer School Vol. 2
Take your engineering to the next stage. Learn how to operate the mighty SSL SL9000 J-Series mixing console. Learn about dynamics, effects, mixing and more. Vol. 2. Pro Engineer School Vol. 2
Talking to Rupert Neve - the Father of Mixing Console Design
Talking to Rupert Neve - the Father of Mixing Console Design
Rupert Neve, the best-known mixing console designer in the world, shares his knowledge and insights in this vintage interview from his heyday in 1987. Talking to Rupert Neve - the Father of Mixing Console Design
Focusrite Liquid 4PRE All Emulations Tested
Focusrite Liquid 4PRE All Emulations Tested
The Focusrite Liquid 4PRE is a modeling microphone preamplifier. This audio and video Multimedia Set™ tests all 41 emulations. Original session recorded in Abbey Road Studio 3. Focusrite Liquid 4PRE All Emulations Tested
Acoustic Guitar Recording Techniques
Acoustic Guitar Recording Techniques
Thirteen microphone positions in mono and stereo clearly demonstrated on two acoustic guitars in 'Studio Master Quality' audio, together with downloadable videos of the entire session, recorded in Abbey Road Studio 3. See and hear for yourself classic acoustic guitar microphone techniques and positions - select the combination that YOU like best for your next acoustic guitar recording project. Acoustic Guitar Recording Techniques