Production
Transferring from Cubase to Pro Tools for Screen Scoring
Logic Auto Sampler: Sampling A Hardware Synthesizer
Logic’s Auto Sampler is an incredible device that has been around for a really long time! It just recently got an interface update with Logic 10.5 and it provides a super cool way to capture hardware synth patches or save software instrument stacks with effects into one sampled instrument!
Logic's Inspector: The Complete Guide
The Inspector can definitely be quite counterintuitive for new Logic users because some of the most useful controls in the window are quite small and can be easily missed. But once you know where to look, taking advantage of the Inspector can save a whole lot of time and energy so you can focus on the fun stuff.
Exploring Ableton's Delay Plugins
Whether you are sound designing, mixing, or producing, using time-based effects like a delay is a necessity. There are endlessly creative and practical applications of delay effects, and Ableton Live’s developers do an amazing job of including a diverse and functional collection of delay plugins with their software package.
This article includes a detailed overview of each delay-related plugin in Ableton Live, with parameter explanations and ideas for how to use each plugin in your productions.
Ableton's Drum Buss is Life Changing
With the recent release of Ableton Live 11, everyone is raving about new devices such as Spectral Resonator and Hybrid Reverb. And yeah, these are pretty awesome, but there are so many amazing devices that have been out for so long that remain amazing!
One of these Ableton devices is called Drum Buss. It is basically a unique drum processing plugin. There are some really, really cool features included in this little device that literally change the game for mixing drums.
Ableton EQ Plugins: Uses and Differences
Ableton Live Suite offers three different EQ plugins as part of its native plugin collection. Each of these EQ plugins has its own unique features and strengths. Let’s jump in and explore each one!
Sends, Busses, and Aux Tracks in Logic Pro X
Sends provide a powerful way to manage effects, save CPU, and create a cohesive mix. Let’s dive into sends, busses, and aux tracks as they present themselves in Logic Pro X!
MIDI Mapping in Ableton Live
This post covers the basics of MIDI mapping in Ableton for TOTAL REMOTE CONTROL of your Ableton Project!
Automation in Ableton Live
This post covers the basics of writing and accessing automation data in Ableton Live.
Convert MIDI to Audio in Ableton Live
Ableton Live provides multiple techniques for converting MIDI tracks to audio. This post will go over these techniques, along with when to use them and their differences!
Logic's Step Sequencer: Everything You Need to Know
The Logic Step Sequencer provides a new way to manipulate MIDI data in Logic! It has been out for nearly a year now; let's check out what it has to offer!
The Logic Remote App Deserves WAY More Hype
The Logic Remote App for iPhone and iPad is one of the most amazing tools, but people hardly ever talk about it! Let's check out why it deserves all the hype...
5 Reasons to Use Logic's Marquee Tool
The marquee tool may just be the most beautiful, useful, perfect thing about Logic. Here's why.
iZotope Vintage Limiter
Are you looking to learn a little bit more about iZotope Ozone? Look no further! Today we’re going to be looking at the Vintage Limiter.
Live Looping in Logic 10.5
This post covers the basics of the Logic 10.5 Live Looping Grid!
MIDI Mapping in Logic Pro X
This post provides an overview of the MIDI "Learn" function in Logic Pro, as well as a short exlanation of "Smart Controls" as they relate to MIDI mapping.
Michael's Most Used Waves Plugins
Hi! My name is Michael MacDonald! I’m a 7th-semester Film Scoring Major/MP&E Minor at Berklee and today, I’m starting my series on my Most Used Waves Plug-Ins! This is Part 1 in a relatively short series. Today I’m going to show you 4 plug-ins I most recently used on a very short movie-like soundscape project!
Vocals in 3 Keys: Know Your Vocalist!
You ever wonder what a good key is for your vocalists? Well, sometimes it takes more than just asking! Now of course, your vocalist most likely will tell you the key they want it in, but sometimes to make the musical choice, you as the producer/engineer can evaluate what is best for the record!
ES1 | Exploring Logic's E-Synths
ES 1 is a powerful and versatile synthesizer that comes with Logic Pro X. This post covers its history, uses, and controls!