Recording Software

I received this question from Petar

In which software do you show this seminars???
Is that cubase,or what? Which software do you prefer?

Hello Petar
I use Cubase 4 in all my seminars, I really like the work flow of it and how it is user friendly. As for audio software they all are the same, just where is the button to do it. I notice that Cubase is more popular in Europe, while Protools is more popular in America. They are the two most used DAWs (to my knowledge) You need to decide what features you what and what hardware you need, then you can decide what software works the best for you. There is lots of options at any price range. Let me know what you are interested in recording and I can make some recommendations for you.
Thanks 
Adam Smith
www.recordbetteraudio.com

AKG Perception 400 Mic

The Perception 400 from AKG lives up to the company's hard-earned reputation. Watch this video review of the mic from Performing Songwriter Magazine, now celebrating our 100th issue! For more exclusive web articles on songwriting and music technology, please visit www.performingsongwriter.com

The Perception 400 is a multi-pattern large-diaphragm, true condenser microphone with outstanding build quality and a unique combination of excellent performance, deluxe features and high value. The Perception 400 delivers a classic warm, transparent, yet detailed sound and it conforms to the stringent standards defined for AKG recording products, based on the company's 60-year heritage of know-how.

The Perception 400's dual diaphragm 1 in. large-diaphragm capsule allows a selection of cardioid, omnidirectional or figure-eight pickup patterns for flexibility in use. The switchable bass roll-off and pre-attenuation pads enable its use close to sound sources and in high SPL environments up to 145dB.

Perception 400's chassis is made of precision-tooled zinc/aluminum alloy and has a stainless steel grille screen that is dent-resistant. It comes complete with a spider-type shock mount in a metal carrying case.

Features:
Professional condenser microphone for general purpose applications

Dual diaphragm 1 in., large-diaphragm, true condenser capsule

Switch-selectable cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-8 pickup patterns

Switchable bass roll-off switch

Switchable ?10 dB pre-attenuation pad

High 28mV sensitivity and 145 dB max SPL capability at less than 0.5% THD

Rugged metal housing with stainless steel grille

Spider-type shock mount included

Metal carrying case included

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MC Control

MC Control is loaded with power features to speed up and enhance your creativity with any media application.

Effortlessly switch between multiple applications and workstations at the touch of a button.
The MC Control's high-resolution touch-screen interface, motorized faders and arsenal of rotary encoders, soft keys and transport controls instantly snap to the selected application to put multi-format metering, plug-in parameters, track information and much more at your fingertips.
Most importantly, software developers like Apple, Steinberg, MOTU and others have worked closely to integrate native support for Euphonix' EuCon control protocol into their DAWs to deliver an unmatched editing and mixing experience.

Isa One by Focusrite

ISA One features the classic vintage microphone pre-amplifier topology from the original ISA110 module, including the Lundahl L1538 transformer and bespoke zobel network. (The original 110 pre amp formed the cornerstone of each channel of Focusrite's legendary Forte console.)

The pre amp is complemented by a line input (XLR and TRS Jack) and an independent D.I. channel, complete with dedicated gain control, active or passive impedance switch, a TRS Jack output for routing to an amp and an independent XLR output on the rear. This flexible independent D.I. makes the ISA One ideal both for engineers wishing to blend a D.I.’d guitar signal with a mic’d guitar cabinet, and for demanding performers who require a single classic solution for both guitar and vocals.

Omnisphere - Spectrasonics previews new flagship virtual instrument

JANUARY 2008 — After many years of development, Spectrasonics previewed their brand new flagship virtual instrument Omnisphere® at the Winter NAMM show. The revolutionary ‘Power Synth’ breaks completely new sonic ground by combining a wide variety of hybrid realtime synthesis techniques, an epic library of remarkable ‘Psychoacoustic’ sounds, and many innovative features that have never been seen before in any hardware or software synthesizer. The new instrument is the first to be based on Spectrasonics STEAM Engine, the company’s newly developed core technology. Omnisphere is set to be released September 15, 2008, the MSRP is $499 US and 399 Euro.

Duende Mini - Namm 2008

Here is a product that I got very excited about, the new Duende Mini. It's much like the UAD Xpander (Another piece of gear on my hardware.) with a small rug-et profile and designed to help with the DSP processing. Duende puts the legendary SSL sound within your DAW and Duende Mini makes owning your own slice of SSL sonic magic more affordable and portable than ever. Mini is a stylish little ‘one third rack width’, all metal construction, desktop box that hooks up to your computer via Firewire. This compact rugged unit is ideal for small studios or laptop based DAW users. Mini makes a stack of DSP processing power available to drive up to 16 mono channels of plug-in processing (at sample rates up to 96kHz) within your host application. Duende Mini is upgradeable to 32 channels of processing power and you can run two Duende units on a single computer system for up to 64 channels of processing.

Duende is based on the powerful DSP technology behind SSL’s acclaimed C-Series digital consoles and Mini ships with the ‘EQ and Dynamics Channel’, a plug-in developed by SSL to provide an EQ & Dynamics processing solution with all the power and processing flexibility of an SSL console channel.

Key Features

• The legendary sound of SSL for your digital audio workstation
• 16 channels of console-grade SSL EQ and Dynamics processing (upgradeable to 32)
• Powerful DSP engine based on SSL's award-winning C Series mixing consoles
• Relieves the plug-in processing burden on your computer's CPU
• Single FireWire connection for fast set-up
• Run two Duende Minis for up to 64 channels of processing

Duende - Mix your music on an SSL.

Reason 4 Introduction part 1 and 2

James Bernard runs through the basics of getting to grips with Propellerhead Reason 4.

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Reason has reached the next level. Stronger, swifter and smoother to work with, Reason 4 will alter the way you create your music. Reason's new devices and features will not only inspire you to produce great tracks, they will provide you with new ways of doing so.



Highlights in Reason 4:

Thor Polysonic Synthesizer
Thor is a semi modular synth with interchangeable oscillators and filters. With its six oscillator types, four filter types and endless modulation possibilities, this synth comes with a sound like nothing else on the planet.

RPG-8 Monophonic Arpeggiator
A powerful arpeggiator with multiple play modes, pattern function and much more.

ReGroove Mixer
ReGroove mixing is a way to work creatively with grooves, timing and feel in real time. Hands-on access to 32 channels of groove parameters will make this an essential tool for any musician who is serious about their beats programming.
The New Reason Sequencer
With a whole new look, a ton of fresh features and a completely new way of handling sequencer data, the Reason sequencer still offers the streamlined workflow Reason is famous for, but with a new level of sophistication.

About Reason
Reason comes in the shape of a classic studio rack, packed with all the gear you could possibly need: Samplers, Analog synths, Graintable synth, Vocoder, Mixer, Step time drum machine, Arpeggiator, Compressors, EQ and Effects – as many of each as your computer can handle.
A realtime multi-track sequencer provides full control over every detail, letting you create and edit your music quickly and intuitively. Reason is an all-in-one music production environment, complete with a massive soundbank containing sounds, loops and patches for all possible styles of music.

Sounding good has never been this easy
Whether you’re a big time producer or a bedroom DJ, a pro musician or an absolute beginner, this application provides all the necessary tools for you to create, edit and mix the music of your choice, all within the comfort of your own computer.