Whenever I meet someone who's keen in getting into post audio the most common thing they mention is that if they had the right tools, only then they would be able to break into the industry. While we tend to associate higher quality with higher price, this relationship is not always accurate and for sound that is no exception. It's true that expensive recorders are expected to … [Read more...]
Understanding your Tools: A Peak Inside the Hardware at Studio Discrete
What does it mean to be a good Sound Designer? Does it mean being able to find interesting sounds and simply record them? Maybe. Sometimes if we come across these sounds in a fleeting moment, we are forced to record them with whatever means we have at the time. And hey, a poorly recorded sound is better than a not-recorded sound. But more often than … [Read more...]
Outside the Box – Audio Hardware in a DAW Workflow
Today’s sound world is dominated by the digital audio workstation, and within that domain, the plugin is king. Modern workstations and DSP offer an unmatched level of power and flexibility compared to what was available using physical audio processing hardware. However, a quick look at the burgeoning modular scene shows that there is a renewed interest in hardware for sonic … [Read more...]
Jim Stout Special: Cool Hardware for Sound Design
In this video Jim talks about his favorite hardware tools for sound design. If you need more information about any of those devices, feel free to ask in the questions post. … [Read more...]
Richard Devine Special: Studio Tour [Part 1]
From the beginning Richard Devine has been recognized as a great collector of gear and all kinds of technologies for audio production. Today we'll do something we've never done in previous specials, giving you a complete tour of the Richard Devine's Studio, where you can see all their amazing tools. … [Read more...]