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Gareth 33

Gareth started making music in 1993, and has recorded and performed with local Chicago acts Doseagles, Tales of Gesignia, and Spooky Koala the Black Holy Ghost. Currently, he does video production and occasionally plays drums while wearing an alien suit as a member of Texas-based space-western art collective Space Is Dirty. At zZounds, Gareth manages the Recording and Computer Audio categories, and writes product reviews on the zZounds Blog. Favorite instruments and tools include Apple Logic Pro, Korg Monotron, and the harmonica.

4 months ago Studio Solutions

Add Excitement to Your Mixes With the UAD Hitsville Reverb Plug-In

Ever notice the lively ambience of vocal, drum, and instrument tracks on ’60s Motown classics? That distinctive sound is due in large part to the unique house-turned-studio purchased by Motown founder Berry Gordy, the attic of which was converted into a reverb chamber that became one of the most characterful reverb sounds ever recorded. In […]

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8 months ago Studio Solutions

Mixing With the UAD Capitol Chambers Reverb Plug-in

It’s not easy to find a software reverb that replicates the complex-yet-musical sound of a real, physical reverb chamber. However, Universal Audio seems to have done this quite well with their Capitol Chambers reverb plug-in. Let’s get inside UAD’s Capitol Chambers and hear it in action! A Classic Verb If you’re going to emulate the […]

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1 year ago Studio Solutions

How and Why to Use ARC Studio

After achieving success with their plug-in based ARC room correction mic + software package, IK Multimedia has released an interesting new implementation of ARC: the ARC Studio, a way to room-correct without having to run a plug-in in your DAW. With ARC Studio you get a measurement mic, the ARC 4 software, and a box […]

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1 year ago Studio Solutions

At Home With the Beyerdynamic M 160

Designed and built by German microphone manufacturer Beyerdynamic (that’s pronounced like “buyer-dynamic”), the M 160 is a unique microphone that’s perfect for many difficult recording situations. In this article we’ll take a look at some of the features that make it so suited for harsh sources and the unique challenges of recording in a home […]

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1 year ago Features

Shure AONIC 50 Gen 2: Better Noise-Cancelling and More

With better noise cancelling, longer battery life, and a new “spatializer” audio setting, Shure’s new flagship AONIC 50 Gen 2 wireless headphones improve on the original in several areas. So how do all of these new features affect the listening experience? Design and Layout The AONIC 50 Gen 2s are reasonably lightweight with a nice […]

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2 years ago Walking The Floor

Episode 213 – Ashley McBryde & John Osborne

Ashley McBryde & John Osborne (Brothers Osborne) stop by to discuss making “Ashley McBryde Presents: Lindeville.” About The Guests A four-time Grammy nominee, Ashley McBryde is a celebrated singer/songwriter and a member of the Grand Ole Opry. John Osborne and his brother T.J. form the Brothers Osborne, a rock/country group that has experienced mainstream success […]

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2 years ago Features

Get Precise with iLoud Precision Monitors

Known for their popular iLoud MTM monitors, IK Multimedia is stepping into the high-end monitor market with their iLoud Precision line. At this price point, high-quality materials and cutting-edge design are to be expected, but the iLoud Precision monitors also boast a very modern set of features, including in-speaker ARC room correction, customizable EQ settings, […]

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2 years ago Gear Demos

Vintage Warmth: Universal Audio Volt 276 Video

Add vintage character to your recordings! The Universal Audio Volt 276 interface has built-in analog compression and tube emulation circuitry to add warmth and vibe to your tracks. With its Vintage Mic Preamp mode, you can add the warm, tube-based sound of the classic Universal Audio 610 preamp to your tracks at the push of […]

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3 years ago Studio Solutions

At Home With Kali Audio IN-5 Coaxial Studio Monitors

Kali Audio IN-5 and IN-8 coaxial studio monitors are getting great reviews, especially for their full bass response and detailed stereo imaging. In this article we’ll look at why the IN-5 is an excellent choice for most home studio mix rooms as well as for home theater use. We’ll also look at the new IN-5-C […]

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