Recording at Home – How to Choose a Microphone
Recording at Home – How to Choose a Microphone It’s time for another Beat Lab Blog Series! In this series of articles, we’ll be covering topics focusing on recording at home. Though most of the world seems to be handling the COVID pandemic well enough to beat lockdown, here in sunny California many of us are back inside. As long as we are why not share some tips on the recording process? In this article, we’ll cover one of the basics of recording from anywhere, choosing a microphone! There are many styles and options when it comes to microphones, and we’ll break down the basics for you. We’ll share some links to options sold on Amazon, if you happen to purchase via any of those links we’ll earn a small commission which will help us beat this large economic downturn. Carry on below! su_divider top=”no” So, you want …
Read More
FeelYourSound ChordPotion 2 – Generate Fresh MIDI Ideas!
ChordPotion 2 – Generate Fresh MIDI Ideas! Feel Your Sound is back with a new chord composition tool called ChordPotion 2. In case you haven’t seen our last article on them, check it out for some more background! ChordPotion is a MIDI plug-in that transforms incoming chord notes into entirely new phrases, rhythmic chords, and melodies using its algorithmic AI. It’s mighty powerful, and handy as heck. su_youtube_advanced url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSxJ5x7EImI” width=”400″ height=”200″ rel=”no” modestbranding=”yes” su_box title=”ChordPotion2 Rating: 8/10″ style=”glass” box_color=”#333333″ su_row su_column size=”1/2″ Pros: – Versatile collection of variation presets + banks – MIDI export – Straightforward interface, easy to use /su_column su_column size=”1/2″ Cons: – Limited visual feedback – Variations names provide limited explanation of the pattern preset /su_column su_divider top=”no” divider_color=”#d2d2d2″ size=”1″ ChordPotion 2 is a wonderful addition to the FeelYourSound lineup. Get your copy here for $49 USD. /su_row /su_box Breakdown ChordPotion2 is …
Read More
Accusonus ERA Bundle UPDATED – Repair Audio Like a Pro
Accusonus ERA Bundle UPDATED – Repair Audio Like a Pro Accusonus has brought to you the ERA Bundle Pro 4, an UPDATED version of their audio repair bundle. The bundle includes six plugins made for simple yet professional audio repair. Each plugin has a simple design and streamlined interface. The standard ERA Bundle comes with one-knob plugins, and with Pro, you get ERA D. This is an update to a previous article covering the Era D Pro Bundle. In this article, we’ll go over the features of each plugin and describe its workflow. Most of the plugins have received a facelift for their interfaces and improved software. We will cover the newest addition – De-Esser Pro – more in-depth. Continue below to learn more! LIMITED TIME OFFER: Until July 31st, anyone who buys any of the Accusonus audio repair tools (from the ERA 4 Bundle Standard) will get another plugin …
Read More
Should I Buy It? – Audio Realism ABL3
Should I Buy It? – Audio Realism ABL3 In this edition of Should I Buy It? Yeuda has whipped out a powerful Acid Bass plugin, the ABL3 from AudioRealism. It’s a 303 emulation that does a fair job of recreating the real thing, all from a neatly packed plugin. Watch the review video below, then our breakdown below that. su_youtube_advanced url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUw9UQjS9kw&feature=youtu.be” width=”400″ height=”200″ rel=”no” modestbranding=”yes” su_divider top=”no” su_box title=”Audio Realism ABL3 Rating: 8.5/10″ style=”glass” box_color=”#333333″ su_row su_column size=”1/2″ Pros: – Goes above and beyond the original TB-303 with many modern features – Pattern Editor is efficient but it’s nice to be able to use the Classic Editor as well – Great features like loading TB-03 patterns, convert MP3 recording to patterns, load tuning files and randomize everything – Awesome Pattern Generator /su_column su_column size=”1/2″ Cons: – No Direct MIDI Out? – Preset management and loading can be better …
Read More
Should I Buy it? – Future Audio Workshops SubLab
Should I Buy it? – Future Audio Workshops SubLab Welcome back everyone to our latest edition of Should I Buy It! It’s been a wild few months of spring as we’re sure most of you can relate. We’ve gotten a bit more settled now that summer is here, we’ve reopened the school and our diving into our review schedule. First up is FAW’s killer plugin SubLab. Read below for our score and breakdown. su_youtube_advanced url=”https://youtu.be/J9dSsNhXhY8″ width=”400″ height=”200″ rel=”no” modestbranding=”yes” su_box title=”FAW SubLab Rating: 9/10″ style=”glass” box_color=”#333333″ su_row su_column size=”1/2″ Pros: – Well designed GUI – 3 powerful bass engines – Multi-stage maximizer – Quick Sampling Feature – Sweet distortion /su_column su_column size=”1/2″ Cons: – No manual??? – Can’t disable key tracking in oscillator – Some confusing GUI choices /su_column su_divider top=”no” divider_color=”#d2d2d2″ size=”1″ Get yours on the Future Audio Workshop website for a special $40 introductory sale price. …
Read More
Captain Plugins 5 – A Big Beautiful Update
Captain Plugins 5.0 – A Big Beautiful Update MixedinKey just released their most recent update to their killer composition suite – Captain Plugins. We’re here to announce the newest features and let you know what we think. Read on below. su_youtube_advanced url=”https://youtu.be/vDZc6dDXemM” width=”400″ height=”200″ rel=”no” modestbranding=”yes” su_divider What are the Captain Plugins? Captain Plugins 5 for Mac and Windows, comes with five VST plugins. The updated VSTs allow for super-fast songwriting and creation of chords, melodies, bass lines, and drums for any genre of music. Captain Plugins are designed for use by producers, DJs and songwriters. The Captain Plugins have had a solid place in our DAW workflow ever since reviewing Captain Chords 2.0 and Captain Melody 3.0. The plugins are fantastic tools for any producer whether new to the practice or a seasoned veteran. su_box title=”Captain Plugins Rating: 9/10″ style=”glass” box_color=”#333333″ su_row su_column size=”1/2″ …
Read MoreFeatured Masterclass
