All items tagged with mastering (89)

Disc Recording Equalization Demystified

October 22, 2019 by Gary Galo

Disc Recording Equalization Demystified

This article explains the methods of cutting disc records, the characteristics of magnetic phono cartridges, and how their combined response determines the required playback equalization. The article is based on a paper the author presented at the May 1996 conference of the Association for Recorded Sound Collections (ARSC) in Kansas City, and was first published in the Fall 1996 issue of the ARSC Journal. Later, the article was featured as part of "The LP Is Back!" compilation book published in 1999 by The Audio Amateur company.

Audeze Launches LCD-1 Compact Reference Planar Magnetic Headphones

October 21, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Audeze Launches LCD-1 Compact Reference Planar Magnetic Headphones

Californian high-end audio headphone manufacturer, Audeze announced a new reference audio headphone, the Audeze LCD-1. Available now for $399, this headphone combines Audeze’s renowned planar magnetic technology with a new lightweight foldable design. The LCD-1 has been engineered to provide a response that is matched with the brand's LCD series, within a compact, travel friendly package that is both perfect for industry professionals and audio enthusiasts.

Sonarworks Launches eBook Series to Help Music Creators Be More Successful in the Studio

September 19, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Sonarworks Launches eBook Series to Help Music Creators Be More Successful in the Studio

In an era where there are more people creating music than ever before and more recording studios being set up than at any other time in history, there is an almost insatiable appetite among musicians, engineers and producers to learn more about the tools and techniques that can lead to better outcomes in the studio. For that reason, sound calibration expert Sonarworks has released a series of eBooks that squarely addresses some of the most pressing topics music creators face related to recording, mixing and mastering.

Apple Digital Masters: Why Is Everyone Talking About It?

August 22, 2019 by Joao Martins

Apple Digital Masters: Why Is Everyone Talking About It?

It all started with an article from Billboard that stated: "On Wednesday (August 7) Apple Music announced the launch of Apple Digital Masters, a new initiative by the streaming giant that combines all of its "Mastered for iTunes" offerings into one global catalog. This is the company's first public acknowledgement of the initiative, which it has been quietly unveiling for some time." And suddenly the story was all over the place. But Apple didn't actually announce anything. Or at least, there was no official press release from Apple to be found confirming the story.

MAGIX Announces New Sound Forge Pro 13 Suite Featuring Steinberg SpectraLayers Pro 6

July 25, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

MAGIX Announces New Sound Forge Pro 13 Suite Featuring Steinberg SpectraLayers Pro 6

Together with a free update for Sound Forge Pro 13, released in April 2019, German software company MAGIX now introduced its eagerly anticipated Sound Forge Pro 13 Suite. This professional software package for recording, editing and processing high-quality audio files includes exclusive plug-ins like the brand new, award-winning Steinberg SpectraLayers Pro 6 and Melodyne essential 4, turning the popular audio editor into a powerful studio solution.

NUGEN Audio Introduces SoundCloud and MP3 Optimization Options with MasterCheck Plug-In Update

July 22, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

NUGEN Audio Introduces SoundCloud and MP3 Optimization Options with MasterCheck Plug-In Update

Nugen Audio announced availability of the MasterCheck v1.7.0.1 update to its music streaming auditioning plug-in, which now includes MP3 and SoundCloud support. MasterCheck optimizes mixes for today’s delivery services, revealing problems ahead of time, and providing the tools that enable its users to audition and deliver masters that will reach the listener as intended.

Tracktion Joins Forces With Prism Sound to Create New Pro Audio Enterprise

May 29, 2019 by Joao Martins

Tracktion Joins Forces With Prism Sound to Create New Pro Audio Enterprise

Tracktion Software Corporation and 2JW Design announced they have joined forces with Prism Sound and SADiE to create a dynamic new player in the pro audio market, under the umbrella of Audio Squadron. Essentially, the US based company is joining forces with the British manufacturer to work on expanding audio software tools, while also exploring opportunities in the recording hardware front. A collaboration between companies that will remain independent but have both a long history of perseverance and passion for the audio industry.

Magix Releases Sound Forge Pro 13 with Redesigned Interface, New VST Engine and ARA2 Support

April 17, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Magix Releases Sound Forge Pro 13 with Redesigned Interface, New VST Engine and ARA2 Support

For over 25 years, Sound Forge Pro has been an industry-leading professional software for recording, audio editing and mastering. With this latest version 13, Berlin-based Magix presents a comprehensive update specifically designed to meet current requirements of professional audio producers, updating the code for more stability, efficiency and speed. The all-new Sound Forge Pro 13 has a redesigned interface, delivers a new VST engine and ARA2 support for greater plug-in speed and stability, and adds a host of professional effects.

Amphion FlexBase25 Stereo Base Extension Launched at Musikmesse and Prolight+Sound 2019

March 28, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Amphion FlexBase25 Stereo Base Extension Launched at Musikmesse and Prolight+Sound 2019

Following the unveiling at NAMM 2019 in January, Finnish studio monitor manufacturer Amphion Loudspeakers will launch FlexBase25, for the first time in Europe, during the Musikmesse and Prolight+Sound exhibition in Frankfurt, Germany, April 2-5, 2019 (Hall 8.0 booth J50). FlexBase25 is a tunable bass extension system for Amphion's range of nearfield studio monitors, allowing an exact definition of the complete frequency response as required for recording, mixing and mastering tasks. VC

PMC Launches New Generation of IB2S Active Studio Monitors

February 11, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

PMC Launches New Generation of IB2S Active Studio Monitors

The new generation of PMC’s IB2S active range is aimed at studios working in stereo and surround formats who require true high-end monitoring - with both analogue and digital inputs - for reference and mastering applications. According to the brand, the three-way IB2S-AII offers all the attributes of PMC’s large ATL reference active monitors but in a more compact form. The PMS IB2S-AII and the twin cabinet IB2S XBD-AII systems bring even more power, detail and flexibility.

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