Music Tech Magazine - Issue 42

Arguably one of the most influential technological developments of the electronic music era, we ponder the current situation and future prospects for the hardware and software sampler.

Publish date: 19 August 2006

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In the issue…

Power Sampling
Arguably one of the most influential technological developments of the electronic music era, the sampler has become a staple of any self-respecting studio. Reflecting its pace of change, we ponder the current situation and future prospects for this increasingly software-oriented production tool

Project Studio Conversion Part 2: Acoustic Treatment
Having established and constructed the essentials of his two-room project studio, Grant Bridgeman turns his attention to one of the most fundamental of concerns to the serious project studio owner: acoustic treatment.

Ten Minute Masters
We explore the ins and outs of mastering processing - an area of music technology that can appear daunting to the uninitiated. And we look at how headphones work and why you should keep a decent pair in your studio.

Reviews
SSL’s Duende, MOTU’s Digital Performer 5, Focusrite’s Saffire LE and the Fostex CR500 BWF Mastering CD Recorder are among the new products put through their paces this month by MTM’s experts.

ON THE DVD

Sound of Brass
Introducing the sound of brass to your tracks can add a unique edge, but also presents a number of obvious challenges. Laying down your next brass-powered hit is now perfectly achievable thanks to this month’s collection of synthesised brass samples commissioned exclusively for MTM.

Special Edition - Rhythm & Soul
Exclusively commissioned for MTM, we bring you another collection of royalty-free drum loops and slices - this time aimed at musicians working in the rhythm & soul genre.

Eclectic Collective
Not all samplists are working on techno or dance tracks, and this selection of synth, bass, drum and classical guitar loops will appeal to those working on compositions in other styles.

All the latest demos…
Rob Papen Albino 3, Serato Pitch 'n Time, Arturia Analog Factory, Teragon Audio KickMaker, Wave Arts Power Suite 5.

Reader Offer

Music Tech has teamed up with Sonic8 to bring you an exclusive offer on Wave Arts' Power Suite 5, saving you £70 on the usual retail price. Check out the DVD pages in the magazine for full details.

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