MOTU Releases Digital Performer 9
MOTU’s flagship DAW is now on version 9. Digital Performer 9 brings us new plug-ins, a hybrid-style synthesizer, and lots of workflow enhancements – user requested, of course. MOTU Digital Performer 9...
View ArticleNew Brainworx Opto Compressor Plug-In FREE for SonicScoop Readers
Our friends over at Brainworx and Plugin Alliance have just released two new compressor plugins, both based on one cool optical circuit: The full-fledged bx_opto ($149 MSRP) and a “stompbox” version,...
View ArticleiZotope Releases RX Final Mix – Balance & Finalize Post Production Mixes
RX Final Mix from iZotope is a smart, and light-weight tool set specifically aimed at the post-production scene to help create balanced and compliant mixes – stems, masters and everything in between....
View ArticlePost Evolution: How NYC’s Dig It Audio Went All-In by Partnering Up
Specialization is a double-edged sword: You can build a reputation as one of the best in your niche, but that doesn’t mean that business will be an easy ride. Tom Effinger, Partner and President of...
View ArticleEiosis AirEQ Launches Version 1.1 Update
AirEQ from French developer Eiosis was originally released back in November 2014. The EQ plug-in focuses on ease of use and effective results. Focusing less on the traditional ‘Q’ or ‘bandwidth’...
View ArticleHow To Get Your Music Heard (By Actual People)
So, you’ve recorded some great songs. Now how in the name of heck do you get people to actually listen to them?? Justin Colletti is back on the SonicScoop Video Blog with a new post on promoting and...
View ArticleAntelope Audio to Launch R4S Remote Control for Satori at Summer NAMM
Summer NAMM 2015 is gearing up for kickoff in Nashville, TN next week (July 9th) and Antelope Audio is giddy about what they have in store for us. The handsome R4S in its natural habitat. Showcasing...
View ArticleMaking the Mix Room: Sondhus Builds Private Studio for Paul Savoy of A-ha
The last time we talked to songwriter Paul Waaktaar-Savoy, he was working out of his own studio in SoHo, prolific as ever after having completed a farewell tour for his mega-platinum band A-ha a couple...
View ArticlePropellerhead Releases Free Reason 8.3 Update
Sweden-based developers Propellerhead announced the next significant update for Reason 8. Reason 8.3 introduces a new RV7000 mkII convolution reverb, more user requested features, access to the the...
View ArticleSonic Startup — Brooklyn: Making the MicSwap Mic Modeler & Recorder App
Crave different microphone flavors when you record? The MicSwap app allows iOS users to record, filter, sync and share audio through virtual microphones. Of course you do, and you’re not alone. Having...
View ArticleVideo Studio Tour: Magic Shop Studios
Justin Colletti visited the legendary Magic Shop recording studios this Thursday, and when he did, He brought a camera! Check out the first of our new studio tours on the SonicScoop video blog. Owner,...
View ArticleNYC, LA & Milwaukee Event: Inaugural PMA Tri-Coastal Music Mixer on July 23rd
If you’re seeking the must-attend event of the month, look no further — the Production Music Association (PMA) is hosting its Inaugural Tri-Coastal Music Mixer in New York City, Los Angeles, and...
View ArticleRODE Microphones Acquires Aphex
RODE Microphones founder and Managing Director, Peter Freedman, announced the acquisition of US-based audio hardware manufacturer, Aphex, on July 24th. RODE and Aphex are at the top of their league in...
View ArticleAlexB Introduces Neev 81 Sidecar Console And Chandly Ltd Germanium Libraries
AlexB is back with two more heavy hitters – The Neev 81 Sidecar Console, and the Chandly Ltd Germanium Compressor. AlexB Introduces Neev 81 Sidecar Console And Chandly Ltd Germanium LibrariesAs some of...
View ArticleZampol Productions: Mastering Moves On Up to the Lower East Side
Milestones are abounding for Oscar Zambrano. This New York City mastering engineer is smiling because he’s just completed his 100th project of the year in mid-July, a new album for singer-songwriter Jo...
View ArticleRoland Debuts Compact M-5000C Live Mixing Console
Roland’s new M-5000C comes to us as another addition of their O.H.R.C.A. series of live mixing consoles. The M-5000C is a compact version of their flagship M-5000 mixing console. The same O.H.R.C.A....
View ArticleVideo Studio Tour: Platinum Sound with Serge Tsai
Check out our latest video studio tour with Serge Tsai of Platinum Sound in NYC. Serge has worked with artists including Kanye West, Shakira, Bono, Akon, Raekwon, Lil Kim, Lil Wayne, Mick Jagger,...
View ArticleUniversal Audio Announces 3 New Plug-Ins for UAD-2 and Apollo with UAD...
The UAD-2 DSP accelerators and Apollo interfaces are capable of pushing some of the most sonically detailed plug-ins available. With the release of UAD Software v8.3, Universal Audio is now featuring a...
View ArticleReview: Novation Launchpad Pro
If you’re a producer or engineer who hasn’t heard about the Novation Launchpad series by now, it’s likely you’ve either been dead, avoiding electronic music production at all costs, or living under a...
View ArticleComposer Brian Tyler To Keynote 2nd Annual Production Music Conference – 9/9...
The non-profit Production Music Association (PMA) was founded in 1997 with a mission to “elevate the unique value of production music and to ensure the viability of the production music industry”....
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