Informing the world on the mixing culturenoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:41:28 -0700Blogger http://www.blogger.com1382125http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/en-usnoInforming the world on the mixing culturenoreply@blogger.comhttp://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/08/mix-monday-alysha-brilla-no-more.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Mon, 1 Aug 2016 12:08:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-1145311693803080585        I recently mixed the album "HUMAN" for the super talented Singer/Songwriter/Producer and Activist Alysha Brilla. All the songs were recorded in Logic Pro X so I decided to mix them in the same DAW for simplicity and to save time transferring files back and forth between different DAWs. In this post I will feature some of the 0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/07/tech-tues-have-you-tried-levels-plugin.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Tue, 19 Jul 2016 10:56:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-3493548615481036172      A couple weeks ago mastering engineer Tom Frampton of  masteringthemix,com asked me to try his new plugin LEVELS. I've been using it on every mix ever since.    LEVELS is a new metering/analysis plugin Tom designed with software developers 29 Palms to help analyze and correct technical issues when mixing and mastering.    I can check mono&0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/05/scan-pro-audio-show-002-presonus-studio.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Thu, 26 May 2016 08:30:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-8695931032406455514    Scan Pro Audio had a seminar yesterday with the infamous Russ Hughes of Studio One Expert and Lee Boylan of Presonus featuring Studio One software and Novation Circuit.    The Novation Circuit seems like an interesting unit with some unique features.    If you're even mildly interested in Presonus Studio One you should watch this seminar. It covers a 0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/05/tech-tues-why-i-use-audifieds.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Tue, 24 May 2016 08:36:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-6185458519310558723    Audified's latest plugin is a must have for all audio mixers. Whether you are a veteran pro mixing for clients or mixing your own tracks the MixChecker will definitely help in getting your mixes  done faster and sounding great on consumer devices. This is all achieved without leaving your favorite DAW. The MixChecker is available in all major plugin formats on both Mac and PC0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/05/presonus-studio-one-v322-and-new.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Sat, 21 May 2016 12:09:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-608415693413646057    I've recently switched to Presonus Studio One as my main DAW and the recent update has convinced me even more that I made the right choice. I really like Studio One's layout, their Console Shaper plugin and how easy it is to route FX and Busses. Not to mention it sounds great.   The new Presence XT Editor add-on is also a definite plus.  From the website: "0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/05/tbt-return-of-beast.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Thu, 19 May 2016 09:20:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-7255967665814480704       My good friend and fellow audio enthusiast Dustin who is the proud owner of a Moog SUB 37 and Voyager (pictured below) told me that Moog has re-issued their classic analog synth, The MiniMoog Model D (pic above).       It was originally made in 1970-1981 and is still highly sought after to this day). The re-issue 0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/05/freebie-fri-izotope-pro-audio-essentials.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Fri, 13 May 2016 06:45:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-2923098794000901869   Today' s Freebie is a little different. I got an email from iZotope about their new free course called Pro Audio Essentials. "Pro Audio Essentials is a game-based course for music producers to practice and improve their audio skills. This unique learning experience uses audio games, ear training, and videos to build the production skills that music makers use every day when recording,0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/05/tech-tues-big-plate-reverb-trick.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Tue, 3 May 2016 08:42:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-3919100802102707416    Paul Drew from Studio One Expert posted this video featuring one of my favorite reverbs the UAD EMT 140 Plate. It shows how a huge Plate reverb sound can fit in a mix by using filters and or Eq. This is a technique I've used often, even when I'm mixing with an SSL analog console. I would use the SSL's channel Low and High pass filters, Equalizer and compressor to 2http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/04/i-like-psp-b-scanner.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Thu, 28 Apr 2016 08:12:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-6229080092499478065    I downloaded and installed the PSP B-Scanner because as a long time user of PSPAudioware's plugins I'm sure I would not be disappointed and I was right. This plugin is capable of emulating the vibrato and Chorus effect of the Hammond B3 organ and so much more. I used it on a Pop/Electronic track I was working on and it made the main synth feel larger than life giving it 0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/04/tech-tues-uad-reverb-tips-from-pros.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Tue, 26 Apr 2016 07:10:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-4101397216283167115    No one will argue that reverb is one of the most important effects in a mix. The illusion of space is very important to our enjoyment of music. Whether you like huge lush reverb tails or small intimate spaces it's good to know what your favorite reverbs are capable of.    Here are some 5 minute tips videos featuring 4 of the UAD reverbs. I've used the hardware versions0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/04/mix-mondays-ini-kamoze-here-comes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Mon, 25 Apr 2016 12:29:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-691505688160808725    I recorded and mixed Ini Kamoze's "Here Comes The Hotstepper" produced by Salaam Remi. It was recorded with a Trident 65B console onto a Tascam MTR-80 24 Track 2" Tape machine. We used Ampex 456 2" analog tape. Salaam and I then mixed it on a 48 channel SSL SL 6000E with tons of outboard at Soundworks Studios on 54th St. NYC. Sadly the studio fell victim to urban development and0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/04/tech-tues-kush-audios-omega-transformer.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Tue, 19 Apr 2016 08:07:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-4420272089490326088    Kush Audio's Omega Transformer Plugins are the latest addition to their list of unique plugins. They're currently offered in two "flavors"; Model N (Neve) and Model A (API).    The Omega Transformer Plugins were designed to be used with Kush Audio's 500 series Omega Transformable Mic Pre but can be used on their own to add vibe/color to 1http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/04/tech-tues-brainworx-bxpaneq.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Tue, 5 Apr 2016 06:33:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-3168829107454215915 Our good friend Russ at ProtoolsExpert posted a quick review of the new Brainworx bx_panEQ. One of 3 new plugins announced by Plugin Alliance.  (The SPL EQ Ranger Plus  and Acme Opticom XLA-3Compressor are the others they announced.) From the website: Brainworx, the pioneering company that created the first Mid/Side equalizer plugin, has 0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/03/mix-monday-anthony-hamilton-amen.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Mon, 28 Mar 2016 09:43:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-4967891922205256926    I had the pleasure of mixing Sony/RCA Records artist Anthony Hamilton's new single "Amen". It's produced by Salaam Remi and James Poyser (keyboardist for the Roots.)  and featured on his new album "What I'm Feeling". (which was released last Friday March 25, 2016. Customers of the restaurant chain Cracker Barrel can purchase a deluxe edition CD at their favorite 0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/03/nis-interview-with-drakes-producer-noah.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Thu, 17 Mar 2016 06:11:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-6474465820705130714 Native Instruments did an interview with Drake's producer Noah '40' Shebib. He discusses his workflow, production style and how NI's MASCHINE and KOMPLETE CONTROL adds to his creative process. Here's the video interview: 0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/02/the-aston-spirit-microphone-and-halo.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Sun, 21 Feb 2016 10:55:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-7021972774802267148 I first heard of the Spirit from Aston Microphones on a Sound on Sound Magazine video report at last year's AES show with James Young of Aston Microphones. Then again it was mentioned along with the Halo Reflection Filter by our friends over at Protools Expert with their NAMM 2016 interview. Vintage King Audio sells the Halo for $299. Today I received an email from them 0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/01/freebie-fri-bus-driver-compressor-plugin.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Fri, 29 Jan 2016 06:59:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-7361958843115995180 Dontcrack.com has announced they're offering the $149 Nomad factory Bus Driver Compressor plugin for free for a limited time.This is their way of saying thank you to all those who offered their kind words and support to Nomad Factory developer Bernie Torelli who sadly has passed away after a long battle with cancer. From the website: "Bus-Driver is an optical compressor that provides a0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/01/the-igs-multicore-compressor-springtime.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Thu, 28 Jan 2016 09:04:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-5894611309929266288 IGS Audio has released a 3 band VCA Compressor called the Multicore. The unit looks very solidly built with individual controls for each band and user selectable crossover points. From the website: "The core of device is based on a three band, adjustable active crossover. It splits audio signal into three bands (Low, Mid and High) with a gentle slope of 6dB/oct. That allows you to control0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/01/mix-mondays-mack-wilds-love-in-90z.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Mon, 25 Jan 2016 10:39:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-4136843616792252354 Actor/Singer Mack Wild's new single "Love In The 90z" is produced by Salaam Remi and is the 1st single from Mack's upcoming album. Both Salaam and Mack wanted the song to have a fun, upbeat but yet "New York street" feel.  I had a lot of fun mixing it and it made me nostalgic for the many summers I spent in NY. Mack known for his role in HBO's critically acclaimed drama 0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/01/namm-2016-ik-multimedia-lurssen.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Fri, 22 Jan 2016 09:04:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-6726119406512859382  IK Multimedia has released the Lurssen Mastering Console mastering plugin that works on Mac/PC and iPad. I've had mixes mastered by Reuben at Lurssen Mastering and they did an amazing job.  Lurssen Mastering If you have an iPad you can immediately try the app for free. The Mac/PC version will be available in February. I don't see this app replacing the 0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/01/namm-2016-uad-v85-software-plus-live.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Thu, 21 Jan 2016 10:46:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-9019667906297822062 Universal audio has announced 3 new plugins for their 8.5 software update that will be shown at NAMM 2016: From the press release on Gearslutz: Sonnox Oxford Envolution — $249 I previously posted about the Sonnox Envolution Transient Shaper plugin and glad that it will be available on the UAD platform. "Developed by Sonnox, the Oxford Envolution is a frequency-dependent 0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/01/the-pompye.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Wed, 20 Jan 2016 08:03:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-9188244559751763207 Pierre Oliver-Margerand, the owner/designer of Pom Audio Design said his new POMPYE stereo compressor is based on the original PYE compressors which became famous back in the 60's and is still a favorite with many engineers/producers. I got to see and hear them in action many years ago while chatting with Tom Lord Alge at South Beach Studios. Pom Audio Design specializes in the&0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2016/01/tech-tues-using-delays-as-reverb.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Tue, 19 Jan 2016 11:19:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-1197206298879798383 The above pic is the setting I used on the Eventide UltraChannel for a mix . In the short ITL video shown below, Dave demonstrates how delays can be used in place of reverb to create a  unique space for guitar tracks. This technique also works great with other sounds including vocals. As Dave states you can use any delay including the stock delays in your DAW to create this effect0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2015/12/the-daptone-house-of-soul-studio.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Wed, 23 Dec 2015 12:19:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-3390950084408053118 One of my favorite reads TapeOp Magazine (free subscription!) posted this video of theDaptone Studios on Facebook and as a big fan of their "sound" I felt inclined to share it on the blog. Reverb (an online audio community/resource) did a video interview of the famous Daptone House of Soul Studio. Known mainly as the studio for Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings the Daptone House 0http://garynobleshow.blogspot.com/2015/12/mix-monday-alison-hinds-parade.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Mon, 21 Dec 2015 10:17:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056524320577481124.post-835894926179051971 Parade is the latest single by the Soca Queen Alison Hinds. It was written by Jason Bishop, produced by De Red Boyz and mixed by Andrew Denny and myself. Produced by radio personality DJ DLife and Spark Media the video was shot at the Labor Day Parade on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn New York and captures the energy and "vibes" of the annual mega event. Here's the video: I often mix0