Michael Raphael over at Rabbit Ears Audio has done it again with the release of Jet Turbines. Blurb: REA_011 Jet Turbines Released Raw power and thrust is what REA_011 Jet Turbines is all about. We sought out a series of hard-to-find and unique sounding turbines. We stood dangerously close to afterburners and jet wash so you wouldn't have to. The collection includes the … [Read more...]
“Find Music In Everything” Sound Design Competition with iZotope’s Iris and Sonic TALK
The Challenge Create an original, synth-ready sound from one or more audio sources using iZotope Iris. With Iris, the sonic possibilities are endless. Dig in and show us your most unconventional sample, your creepiest ambience, or your boldest lead. Better yet - surprise us! We want to see your creative side! Entries can be entered in any of the following categories to win … [Read more...]
The Pro Sound Effects Audio Olympic Competition
The good people over at Pro Sound Effects are hosting The Pro Sound Effects Audio Olympic Competition. It sounds pretty neat: If you're caught up in the thrill of the Summer Olympics, and itching to represent your sound designer flag, have we ever got news for you. Pro Sound Effects is hosting its own Olympics competition through next Friday, August 10th. To win the gold, you … [Read more...]
THE SOUND AND MUSIC OF THE DARK KNIGHT RISES
Visionary Director Christopher Nolan returns for the final chapter of the Batman saga. In this exclusive SoundWorks Collection video we profile the sound and music team including Composer Hans Zimmer and Supervising Sound Editor and Sound Designer Richard King. Special thank to SoundWorks Collection for putting this together. … [Read more...]
Working Hollywood: Gary Hecker makes noise for ‘Savages’
At age 16, Hecker first witnessed a session of foley — named after legendary Hollywood sound effects pioneer Jack Foley. After graduating from high school, Hecker dedicated himself to learning the craft during a six-month apprenticeship with his stepfather Bob Rutledge, who owned a sound editorial company. More than 30 years later, Hecker, 51, has collaborated with top … [Read more...]
DTS presents: Music Sound Design with Diego Stocco
Join Diego as he shares with you how soundtracks can be generated by playing unlikely sources. Whether it’s amplifying a tree or wringing harmonious noise from a trash can, this auditory-focused workshop will have you searching for soundwaves in new places. Video … [Read more...]
Exclusive Interview: Bryan Jerden on Trailer Sound Design
For quite a few years, sound design for trailers has become increasingly creative and interesting. For blockbusters in Hollywood, an imaginative trailer campaign seems to be more and more important and sound is quite often utilized in inspired and inspiring ways. One of the top sound designers of Hollywood trailers is Bryan Jerden who has worked on prominent movie trailers … [Read more...]