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When it comes to professional music production, two names often dominate the conversation — Pro Tools and Logic Pro. These digital audio workstations (DAWs) have powered some of the biggest albums, film scores, and studio sessions around the world. But which one is right for you? Whether you’re just starting out or leveling up your workflow, understanding the strengths of each can help you make an informed decision. In this article, I’ll break down the key differences between Pro Tools and Logic Pro so you can find the right tool for your creative journey. Overview of Pro Tools Often…
ReFX Nexus 4 is a powerhouse of a virtual instrument. It’s a VST “ROMpler’ that comes packed with 800+ sounds out of the box that fit a wide range of music styles. In addition, its friendly internal librarian helps you find the right sounds quickly for your needs. This article will cover what Nexus is more granularly, including its unique features, pros and cons, and even how to create some basic sounds. ReFX Nexus 4 fits the bill for any skill level from beginner to expert.What the Heck is a ROMpler?? ROMplers have been widely used in music production since…
Struggling with flat, lifeless drums? Transform your mix with UAD Ocean Way Studios. Getting a great drum sound in a small room can be a challenge. But with the UAD Ocean Way Studios plug-in, you can effortlessly transform flat, uninspiring drums into something spacious, rich, and mix-ready. In this blog, we’ll explore different scenarios where Ocean Way Studios can dramatically improve your drum sound. The Ocean Way Studios plug-in is a faithful recreation of the legendary Los Angeles studio where countless hit records have been recorded. Its re-mic and reverb modes, classic microphone modeling, and detailed room emulation let you…
UPDATE (April 23): Emmy Award-winning producers Jesse Collins and Dionne Harmon, and Emmy-nominated Jeannae Rouzan-Clay of Jesse Collins Entertainment are set to return as executive producers of the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, broadcasting live coast-to-coast from the Peacock Theater in L.A., Sunday, Sept. 14. This marks their third consecutive year as the show’s executive producers. Collins has also served as an executive producer of the Grammy Awards for each of the last four years, working alongside Ben Winston and Raj Kapoor. He won his Primetime Emmy as an executive producer of The Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show Starring Dr.…
Charlamagne Tha God offered his take on the artist formerly known as Kanye West’s claim that he gave his cousin “head” when they were young.”What am I supposed to do with this information?” The Breakfast Club host said when the subject came up on a recent episode of the Power 105.1 FM show. “If Kanye is fighting his sexuality, I hope he figures it out. Either go get help, or leave us alone. Because I don’t know what we’re supposed to do with this type of information just on a random Monday.”Jess Hilarious described what happened to Ye as “sexual…
Image Image Credit Emma McIntyre / Staff via Getty Images, Taylor Hill / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Leon Thomas, Halle Bailey Image Size landscape-medium Leon Thomas has leashed the “Mutt” to deal with matters of the heart on his new single “Rather Be Alone.” The track was unveiled on Friday (April 18), featuring the ethereal vocals of Halle Bailey for the tale of a broken love. Anticipation for the new music reached its climax just 24 hours before the release, on Instagram, where a snippet was first shared. An early prediction about the musical treat read, “Leon and…
Article Content In 1935, engineer Al Twone designed an audio processing unit that combined a compressor that featured an automatic gain control with a peak limiter. He dubbed his creation PROGAR, or Program Guardian. While it took over a decade to patent, Twone ultimately sold it the Langevin Company who then produced and sold the units. Numerous other companies including Universal Audio, General Electric and CBS Audimax designed and sold peak limiters, which went on to become one of the most important types of audio processors. Limiters can be used for a variety of tasks, and their main feature is…
On Wednesday, Somerville Sounds released the Gentle Vibes vibraphone virtual instrument as a standalone release. Gentle Vibes is a macOS and Windows plugin compatible with VST3, AAX, and AU plugin hosts. The download size is approximately 200 MB. Somerville Sounds originally released the instrument as a Kontakt prototype, but the dev has now repackaged it as a standalone plugin with expanded controls. Gentle Vibes features a vintage vibraphone played with three types of mallets, presenting it as a dreamy, lo-fi virtual instrument. The plugin is available via a ‘pay what you want’ format, and you can download the plugin 100%…
Image-Line has introduced a new sound expansion for its FLEX virtual instrument, a flexible preset-based synthesizer.A collection of 138 presets that bring a synth-driven trip through pluggnb, ’90s R&B, trap, and gospel vibes, Colors is where retro warmth meets modern energy.Built from a stack of classic analog gear, it brings silky pads, rich keys, and swirling arps floating over drums that cut through the mix. Each preset is packed with analog warmth and soulful nostalgia, thick basslines, smooth leads, and textures straight out of your favorite throwback jams, now paired with bouncy 808s, crispy hi-hats, and hard-hitting snares.With 114 presets…
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