[vimeo]http://vimeo.com/33682539[/vimeo] In this SoundWorks Collection exclusive we talk with Composers Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, Sound Re-recording Mixer Michael Semanick, and Re-recording Mixer, Sound Designer, and Supervising Sound Editor Ren Klyce. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo is a 2011 English-language drama/thriller film. It is the second film to be adapted from … [Read more...]
The Sound Design Challenge is Going on Hiatus
This wasn't an easy decision, but growing responsibilities and demands on my time dictate that something has to come off of my plate. Despite reducing its frequency (several months ago) the Sound Design Challenge remains a large time investment, and it's becoming increasingly difficult to apply the appropriate amount of effort it deserves. I'd rather end it than run it in a … [Read more...]
The Recordist – North Country Trains HD
[vimeo]http://vimeo.com/33383455[/vimeo] North Country Trains HD, new library available at The Recordist. Presenting North Country Trains HD Professional Sound Effects Library. 117 High Definition diesel train beasts from the wilds of North Idaho. Recorded at 24Bit 96kHz at various locations in the pristine panhandle of Idaho. Included in this collection are pass bys with … [Read more...]
Linear Vs. Minimum Phase EQ
There's a great little article over on The Pro Audio Files exploring the difference between Linear and Minimum Phase EQ's. I've been lucky enough to talk about it with some people far smarter than I am at AES conventions, and the article provides a concise but pointed introduction to the subject. One of the most popular searches relating to linear-phase EQ on Google is … [Read more...]
Mix Magazine: “War Horse” and the Return of Gary Rydstrom
If the great SoundWorks Collection profile wasn't enough, now there's a 4-part article at Mix Magazine, featuring Gary Rydstrom talking about the sound of "War Horse". “When I saw it, I was amazed how old-fashioned it felt, in a good way,” comments Gary Rydstrom, who was co-supervising sound editor (with Richard Hymns), sound designer and FX re-recording mixer for the film. … [Read more...]
SDC013’s Winner: Saro Sahihi
HUGE voter turnout for this challenge, which I'm very happy to see. It came down to a race between Saro Sahihi and Chris Fox, with Saro edging ahead by a mere 8 votes at the close of the poll! One final thanks to Colin Hart and Hart FX for sponsoring this challenge. Congratulations, Saro. [vimeo]http://vimeo.com/33300151[/vimeo] … [Read more...]
Gary Rydstrom Talks “War Horse”
[vimeo]http://vimeo.com/33262964[/vimeo] New profile by SoundWorks Collection, featuring sound designer Gary Rydstrom and composer John Williams talking about the sound and music of "War Horse". From director Steven Spielberg comes “War Horse,” an epic adventure for audiences of all ages. Set against a sweeping canvas of rural England and Europe during the First World War, … [Read more...]