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AudioTutsPlus on 1/6/11
// At Audiotuts+ we regularly put up a reader track for workshopping and critique (find out how to submit a track). This is how it works: you upload your song, and every week or so we’ll publish one here and step away from the podium. The floor is yours to talk about the track and how the artist can fix problems in and improve upon the mix and the song. This track has been submitted for your friendly, constructive criticism. They have put their track (and their heart and soul) in your hands to learn and get useful feedback. Do you enjoy the song or track itself? Does it have potential? Can the arrangement be improved? How did you find the mix? What would you do differently? What do you enjoy about the rhythm track? What can be done to improve it? Is the choice of instruments relevant and effective for the style/song? Are the lyrics (if any) effective? Does the style, arrangement and genre of the song suit them? Can you suggest any specific techniques that might improve... Relative News
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AudioTutsPlus on 1/24/11
This is a true gem for Mac users especially when most DAWs do not allow you to use multiple audio interfaces. This can be very useful if you have multiple audio interfaces and want to use them together for more simultaneous inputs and outputs. I am sorry about this tutorial will only apply to Macs so Windows users are out of luck. This concept works by creating an aggregate device. If you have more than one audio device, you can use them as a single device known as an “aggregate device”. With this aggregate device, you can increase your audio inputs and outputs without purchasing another multichannel audio interface. If you have a 4-channel interface and a 2-channel interface. You can combine them to use them as a single 6-channel audio interface. This is exceptionally useful as most software only allows you to select one audio interface at a time. Step 1: Open Audio MIDI Setup You can find this under Applications – Ultilities – Audio MIDI Setup. This is the application... Relative News
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AudioTutsPlus on 12/12/10
At Audiotuts+ we regularly put up a reader track for workshopping and critique (find out how to submit a track). This is how it works: you upload your song, and every week or so we’ll publish one here and step away from the podium. The floor is yours to talk about the track and how the artist can fix problems in and improve upon the mix and the song. This track has been submitted for your friendly, constructive criticism. They have put their track (and their heart and soul) in your hands to learn and get useful feedback. Do you enjoy the song or track itself? Does it have potential? Can the arrangement be improved? How did you find the mix? What would you do differently? What do you enjoy about the rhythm track? What can be done to improve it? Is the choice of instruments relevant and effective for the style/song? Are the lyrics (if any) effective? Does the style, arrangement and genre of the song suit them? Can you suggest any specific techniques that might improve the... Relative News
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AudioTutsPlus on 1/8/11
// The Mac App Store has just opened, and the first day was an unqualified success, with the download of over a million apps. What will the app store mean for audio software, and the future of the Mac? We have a look at the audio apps available on Day 1. There has been concern expressed over whether the app store is right for audio. It isn’t the right platform (in its current state) for the sale of plugins. And there is concern about the huge margins Apple make from other people’s software. Yet there are already 76 apps in the “Music” category of the store. There are also fears about whether Apple will make the Mac a closed shop by forcing all apps to be sold through the app store at some point in the future. But that remains to be seen. For now, the Mac App Store is a convenient way for Apple users to discover, install and update software. Let’s have a look at what’s available. By the way, you install the app store on your Mac by doing a standard System Update from the... Relative News
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AudioTutsPlus on 12/16/10
When you buy an album or MP3, you are normally purchasing a license to listen to the music as a private individual. You can listen, but don’t touch. Or copy. Or redistribute! What if you want to include one of the tracks in a project—say a short film clip, an iPhone app, or a Flash project? Unless you have loads of money, you’re out of luck. So, what can you do? Where can you turn? Read on! In a recent Open Mic we explored this very issue. We asked, “Where can I find redistributable music?” A huge thanks to everyone who responded. Your answers form the basis of this article. And there isn’t just one answer to that question. In fact, there are three major categories of licenses that will give you the rights you are after. And each category of license has inspired countless website full of music. This article will introduce them to you. But before we start, be aware that different licenses give you different rights. Some come with significant limitations. As you read this... Relative News
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AudioTutsPlus on 1/7/11
// Today we announce the three winners of the Tuts+ Marketplace Tutorial Competition. Combined, they take home more than $1,500 worth of cash and additional prizes. Take a look to see if your entry came out on top. Also, learn about one of our new tutorial price points that make it easier for a tutorial to be accepted onto the Tuts+ Marketplace. Winning Tutorials and Prizes Scored 1st Place Winner: wizylabs The Winning Entry: Create a Universal Slider Manager in WordPress. This video tutorial is priced at $7 USD, already has numerous sales, and is rated highly. Description: In this video tutorial you will be learning how to create a very basic slider manager in WordPress. You can use the technique that you will learn from this tutorial to create more powerful slider managers for your WordPress themes or even plugins as I did for both of my themes on ThemeForest Space and Xero. This tutorial shows methods used in the creation of this ThemeForest item Space Creative Personal... Relative News
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AudioTutsPlus on 1/23/11
Writing lyrics is a very personal thing, and it is that sense of individualism that can really help people relate to a song. There are no strict rules that must be followed, but having a helpful collection of songwriting resources can really help. Here are 7 sets of lyric writing resources with a bunch of helpful links. Feel free to add more resources in the comments. It will make this list more useful. 1. Life Experience But before you go elsewhere for help, first look to yourself. Your own life experience is your greatest resource. Countless songs have been written on just about every topic – love being the greatest cliche – but your own unique perspective makes it worth writing another one. As you live your life, you’ll come across: Interesting, unusual and memorable phrases and sayings. Often the catchiest part of a song is a single phrase. Keep your ears open for them. Stories. Whether it is the experiences of your own life, or stories from the lives of others you... Relative News
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AudioTutsPlus on 1/13/11
// Twice a month we revisit some of our reader favorite posts from throughout the history of Audiotuts+. This tutorial was first published in September 2008. Following my tutorial on creating a house drum track we received requests for information on creating bass lines, lead sounds, FX and arrangements. So, over the coming weeks I will be supplying step-by-step tutorials, demonstrating possible techniques for completing an electronic house track. I will build on the track in each tutorial so you can see things develop and make the Logic project available at each stage. Even though these tutorials are completed in Logic Pro 8 and in a one particular style of house, the techniques are very much generic and can be applied to any software and genre of dance music. Note: this tutorial contains embedded audio that will not display in a feed reader. Click back to the site to read the tutorial with audio or download the Play Pack at the end of the tut. 1. Choose your weapon Once... Relative News
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AudioTutsPlus on 1/15/11
Most of the world use Windows computers, so the chances are you’re one of them. So if you want to produce music on your computer, what are your options? Fortunately there are a heap of them – most of the big name digital audio workstation software works fine on Windows, and they’re not your only choices. So sit down and take a menu. We list the “big gun” software you can choose from, some inexpensive (less than $100) alternatives, and a few free options. Sometimes the last thing you need when you’re making a choice is more options! But personally I prefer to know what the alternatives are before making up my mind – especially when it potentially costs a lot of money. I’d really appreciate comments of your own experiences. Feel free to let us know which programs you’ve used, how easy they were to get your mind around, and whether they have the features you needed. I’ll add many of your comments to the 2012 version of the list. The Big Guns If you’re serious about producing... Relative News
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AudioTutsPlus on 12/15/10
Not a day goes by that I’m not grateful for my employment in the game industry. My story isn’t particularly unique, but I do feel fortunate that I’m able to make a living doing something I love. Every so often, I’ll get the question, “How can I break into the game industry?” This question usually comes from a young and aspiring musician or audio designer, though I’ve also been asked by visual artists, animators and programmers. Likewise, this question can be found all over the web in forums, video game blogs, and community websites. flickr image by farnea Truth be told, there are more resources availble for the aspiring game developer than ever before, and the market has never been more rich with opportunities. When we think of game development, perhaps we typically think of large-scale console or PC games. However, it is good to remember that there is an absolutely stunning amount of development going on for web, casual, downloadable, iPhone, Windows Phone, Android, and... Relative News
