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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 Live Sound Monitoring
If you play in a band, or work in live sound, you need to understand stage monitoring. There's nothing that makes more difference to getting a good performance than getting the monitors right. It isn't easy, but this e-Learning Module shows you how! For your house of worship too. An Introduction to Live Sound Monitoring
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
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
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
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 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
The Insider's Guide to Working in a Pro Recording Studio
Have you ever wondered what it's like to work in a PRO recording studio? Now you can find out what it's like to start at the bottom, and work your way up to Recording Engineer and Producer. Don't you wish you could do that? The Insider's Guide to Working in a Pro Recording Studio
The Chilli Gold Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 3
Hear nine classic microphones on female vocal, recorded in studio master quality at Abbey Road Studio 3. The tests include TWO classic tube Neumann U47 and TWO classic tube AKG C12 mics, plus five other mics you NEED to know. PLUS video recordings of all of the tests. The Chilli Gold Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 3
Understanding Audio Specifications
Baffled by audio specifications? Frequency response, signal-to-noise, distortion - what does it all mean? Do manufacturers always tell the whole truth about their products? And how can you tell from the specifications which equipment is best? Find the answers here in Understanding Audio Specifications! Understanding Audio Specifications
Line Array Loudspeaker Systems
"Line Array Loudspeaker Systems" shows you how the most popular loudspeaker system for pro live sound works. You will learn why the line array is better than any other loudspeaker system for almost any type of venue; the technology and science of line arrays; how to work with line array loudspeaker systems for live sound in practice. Line Array Loudspeaker Systems
An Introduction to Equalization
"An Introduction to Equalization" shows you the science, technology and art of EQ. From filters through tone controls to full SSL-style console EQ, "An Introduction to Equalization" explains all of the foundation knowledge you need to know. Covers recording studio EQ techniques, and the important differences in live sound. If you don't know the material covered by "An Introduction to Equalization", then you simply don't know EQ. An Introduction to Equalization
The Steve Lyon Record Producer Interview Video
Steve Lyon's productions have sold in their millions. He has more than twenty years' experience in recording and production. He learned from legendary producer Glyn Johns. Now, in this 60-minute video interview, Steve Lyon reveals his production secrets. The Steve Lyon Record Producer Interview Video
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
Talking to Rupert Neve - the Father of Mixing Console Design