Author Archives: Ben Silver

TapeOp Review: Lynx: Aurora(n) Interface

TapeOp Review: Lynx: Aurora(n) Interface Good digital conversion has come a long way in a relatively short time. There are now so many great options, ranging from streamlined 2-channel desktop interfaces and modular systems all the way up to multichannel I/Os that serve the needs of large format professional studios. Lynx is not new to the […]

LIPA Further Invests in Audient at Sixth Form College

LIPA Further Invests in Audient at Sixth Form College An Audient ASP8024 Heritage Edition is now installed at the brand new recording studio in LIPA Sixth Form College. Sound technician, John Kershaw – a LIPA graduate himself, therefore fully conversant with Audient products – is very pleased at its arrival. “It is our hope that tech students from LIPA […]

Introducing the Moog One Polyphonic Synthesizer

Introducing the Moog One Polyphonic Synthesizer Moog’s first polysynth in over three decades is going to be expensive, yes, but that doesn’t mean we can’t dream. Today (October 8), Moog shared the first footage of the synthesizer in a short film featuring Suzanne Ciani, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Dev Hynes, Lonnie Smith, Robert Glasper, Paris Strother, Mike Dean, Mark […]

Korg Introduces SEQUENZ Series Stands & Bags

Korg Introduces SEQUENZ Series Stands & Bags A refined design that makes the player and instrument stand out, and enhances any performance. Multi-functionality that works with any model keyboard in a large variety of situations. A classic line of accessories for working musicians made to the same exacting high-quality standards as you have come to […]

MOTU – From Big Screen to Home Studio: A Modern Approach to Composing Classical Music

MOTU – From Big Screen to Home Studio: A Modern Approach to Composing Classical Music From big screen to home studio: a modern approach to composing classical music New York-based film composer and music producer James Sizemore (The Hobbit Trilogy, Cosmopolis, Spotlight, A Dog’s Purpose) brings you into his home studio to discuss his debut […]

Get Acquainted with the Rupert Neve Designs RMP-D8

Get Acquainted with the Rupert Neve Designs RMP-D8 The RMP-D8’s First Review Is In Whether used for live performance, broadcast, or in the studio, the new RMP-D8 is a revelation in sound quality, reliability and convenience. Each channel of the RMP-D8 has a fully-realized class-A microphone preamplifier feeding a custom transformer, maintaining the high standards of Rupert Neve Designs’ […]

Universal Audio Showcase New Apollo X Series

Universal Audio Showcase New Apollo X Series Universal Audio has announced their new Apollo X models, now with hexacore processors as standard. The Apollo X is UA’s new flagship Thunderbolt 3 audio interfaces, “featuring elite-class A/D and D/A conversion, new HEXA Core UAD plug-in processing, Unison mic preamps, +24dBu operation, Surround Sound,* and more. All […]

Native Instruments Introduce Komplete 12, A Series Keyboards and Maschine Mikro MK3

Native Instruments Introduce Komplete 12, A Series Keyboards and Maschine Mikro MK3 Native Instruments has unveiled its biggest product refresh in years. In total, nine new products have been announced today (September 6), with a particular focus on affordable, entry-level hardware for novice producers. The new products cover all of NI’s core brands: its beat production line […]