Clipping is an eternal problem in audio. It causes terrible distortion and cannot be corrected. Here is the VERY BEST tool to prevent you getting a clip ever again... Read more...
This is a tricky concept to explain and understand. But once you do understand it you'll feel an awful lot better. In fact, you'll probably feel so good you will consider yourself one of the 'elite' of sound engineering and look down upon lesser mortals who do not understand it...
Amplifiers can be either symmetrical or asymmetrical. A symmetrical amplifier has both positive and negative power supply rails and the signal rises and falls centered on the 0 volts point exactly in between. An asymmetrical amplifier has only one power supply rail and the signal is biased to a voltage midway between zero volts and the power supply voltage...
Some microphone and instrument preamplifiers have a variable impedance selector. What kind of difference will it make to your sound? What are you missing if you don't have it?
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Hands On: The Neumann U87 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
The Neumann U87 is the world's most popular microphone - certainly the most desired. Find out exactly what it's like to get your hands on one and use it to its full potential in Hands On: The Neumann U87 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone Hands On: The Neumann U87 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
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
Music Technology School
Music Technology equipment is complex and puzzling. But not if you understand foundation knowledge such as Additive Synthesis, Subtractive Synthesis, FM Synthesis, MIDI, Sampling and Sequencing. Music Technology School
The Joe Clancy Drum Recordings at Abbey Road Studio 3
See and hear five important drum recording microphone configurations at Abbey Road Studio 3. Includes 'Studio Master' audio files and a video of the entire session. Includes the famous 'Glyn Johns' 4-mic technique - not to be missed. The Joe Clancy Drum Recordings at Abbey Road Studio 3
Four Classic Compressors Compared on Female Vocal
The Fairchild 660, Neve 33609, Teletronix LA-2A and the Universal Audio 1176 - reputedly the best compressors in the world. Hear them all on female vocal recorded at Abbey Road Studio 3. Who knows... The Beatles might have used some of these compressors in their heyday. Audio and video Multimedia Set™. Four Classic Compressors Compared on Female Vocal
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
The Nicola Dines Microphone and Preamplifier Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
Three amazing microphones and two amazing preamplifiers tested at Abbey Road Studio 2. This Multimedia Set™ includes the original Studio Master recordings, 48 kHz and AAC versions for easier downloading, videos in both high and medium resolution, and session notes. You will see and hear clearly the differences between the three microphones and two preamplifiers. Also, each preamplifer is demonstrated in two settings, giving further examples of how they can sound. The Nicola Dines Microphone and Preamplifier Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
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
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 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
Pro Engineer School Vol. 1
The renowned Audio Masterclass Sound Engineering and Music Recording course in two e-books. Learn audio to professional standards. Maximize your chances in your studio job interview. Vol. 1 Pro Engineer School Vol. 1
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
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
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
Electric Guitar Recording Techniques
Hear and see electric guitar recording techniques in this AUDIO and VIDEO Multimedia Set™. Recorded in Abbey Road Studio 3, this Multimedia Set™ features eleven techniques that you can experience in video, or load into your digital audio workstation and mix yourself. Electric Guitar Recording Techniques