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ProducingReviewsSoftware Hollywood Strings 2 – A Fantastic Sequel to the Iconic Library from EastWest Sounds Hollywood Strings 2 has arrived and from first impressions, it was well worth the wait! This 21-piece orchestra... Philip MantioneApr 30, 2024May 3, 2024
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ReviewsMasteringMixingSoftware AI Loudener by Techivation (Review + 6 examples) The AI Loudener from Techivation uses machine learning to increase track loudness without affecting peak levels. Below is... Philip MantioneApr 21, 2024Mar 10, 2025
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ProducingSound DesignSynthesis Max/MSP: The History and Utility of this Iconic Language from Cycling ’74 The history of Max/MSP began almost 40 years ago as a project initiated at IRCAM (Institut de Recherche... Philip MantioneApr 15, 2024Mar 10, 2025
ContestsPost-ProductionRecordingSound Design Contest #3 – Sound Design, Foley, Dialogue, and Score for an Imaginary Scene: “Fiendish Whispers” Submissions are now closed. Winners will be announced on May 31, 2024 on the Waveinformer Winners Page. We... adminApr 7, 2024May 31, 2024
SoftwareMixingProducingReviews Let’s Talk Trash: The Quintessential Distortion Device by iZotope In this review, I’ll pop the hood on the newest version of Trash by iZotope. Several years ago... Philip MantioneMar 29, 2024Mar 29, 2024