You might be adept at achieving a great sound in your studio, but how would you fare if you found yourself engineering a live band? Mark Cousins explores some of the challenges live sound presents, and explains how to overcome them...

Publish date: 03 August 2006

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Creating a dub track in Reason
It’s a popular genre, but composing your own dub track with an authentic feel isn’t as straightforward as you might imagine. Hollin Jones guides you step-by-step through the essential techniques you’ll need to know to create your own Jamaican vibe.



Programming Synths Part 2
Creating sounds that are unique to you and your composition will help your music stand out from the crowd. In the last instalment of his two-part guide, Simon Cann explains how you can use your new-found programming skills to create sounds all of your own.



Ten Minute Masters
Grant Bridgeman spotlights some of the techniques and principles behind the professional use of stereo wideners, while Mark Cousins explores the ever-evolving world of sample mapping. Plus: Software Workshops on Cubase SX/SL3’s Record modes,  and audio/MIDI editing in Sonar 5.



Reviews
There’s lots of new kit going under the MTM microscope this month, including Korg’s new synth/vocoder hybrid Radias, Ted Fletcher Audio Gear P38, Quested’s S6 monitors, MOTU’s UltraLite and the Fostex MR-8HD.

	Issue 66 This month’s cover feature explores the black art of recording electric guitar, focusing on the key areas of mic’ing, tracking and mixing. We also go deep inside Logic Pro in the first instalment of Logic Pro Tips & Tricks.			Issue 65 The art of remixing explored and how you might benefit from recording your band live. Reason 4, Pro Tools 7, Guitar Rig 3 and Cubase 4.1 workshops. Plus: the latest reviews and industry news.
	Issue 64 Get the most from your plug-ins folder, improve your workflow by optimising your Windows PC, and find out how spatial awareness affects our perception of sound. Plus: Cubase 4, Reason 4, Logic Pro 8 and Sonar 7 workshops.			Issue 63 Expert advice on mic'ing, tracking and mixing acoustic drums, how to get creative with glitch sequencing, and an insight into a studio stalwart - reverb. Five software workshops, industry news and more...
	Issue 62 Find out how to go beyond your synth’s presets and program your own unique sounds, explore the sometimes wacky world of sound design for film, and learn how to create authentic acid dub. Plus: five software Workshops and the latest reviews.			Issue 61 The lowdown on achieving better, more clearly defined mixes, up-to-the-minute advice on promoting your music, and how to bring a retro vibe to your productions. Kontakt 3, Ableton Live 7, Reason 4, Cubase 4 Workshops. Plus: all the latest reviews.
	Issue 60 Creative uses for distortion, spicing up your live laptop sets, making your own hip hop samples and Ten Minute Masters on contact mics and middle-and-side recording. Logic Pro 8, Cubase 4.1, Ableton Live 7 and Pro Tools 7 Workshops.			Issue 59 Professional mastering tricks and tips, how to re-create classic guitar tones, and what to look for if you’re planning to study for a music technology qualification. Reason 4, Logic Pro 8, Cubase 4.1 and Ableton Live 7 Workshops.

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