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Post by mdmitch2 on Dec 14, 2014 20:24:47 GMT -6
Brand new too...
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Post by mdmitch2 on Dec 13, 2014 22:31:16 GMT -6
Bought Pro Q on Black Friday ---- REALLY enjoying so far, for so many reasons. Bye bye built in Cubase EQ.
I've been using some UAD plugs less too.... so freeing up that DSP has been nice.
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Post by mdmitch2 on Dec 11, 2014 12:25:16 GMT -6
I finally set up a patch bay per Tony's advice on the VP28 thread... it's just a basic setup with the Samson TRS bay, but I'm really glad I did. The idea of freeing up gear to switch easily between mixing and tracking is not only a big time saver, but also has me thinking about using my gear more creatively.
Of course I already want a second one to go with my second CAPI 500 rack that I'll be ordering once they come back in stock.
Really impressed with the build quality of the samson bay btw...
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Post by mdmitch2 on Dec 5, 2014 11:08:40 GMT -6
external hardware integration was NECCESSARY for me--and as of a few years ago, ONLY Cubase implemented it well (in native land). Meanwhile I asked on the Cubase forum and that was something like .0001% of the population there who used that feature at all--most didn't even know what it did...or couldn't understand why I might want to insert my analog something when Cubase "has a vintage compressor plug in". Right. Glad to know about your experience with external hardware... this is a must for me as well, although I haven't attempted it with my other DAWs.
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Post by mdmitch2 on Dec 4, 2014 23:26:52 GMT -6
I want to point out about the "VCA faders"....that while I don't use it....but, fact is, if you want that functionality and simply don't want to use audio groups, which offer MORE flexibility--you can create a track--call it "VCA drums" if you want....and link it to all the drum faders. Now, when you move the "VCA Drums" they all move proportionally. one fader moves them all as he put it "relative to one and other". Technically, of course you don't need the extra fader--but, if you WANT it....go for it. The "virgin space" in automation is one of those things where again--the fader (or whatever paraemter) HAS to be SOMEWHERE--all they've done was hide the straight line between two places. Which is a visual thing....it's actually a visual lie. As long as you're in "touch" mode--you can always grab automated parameters and change it. It really seems to me that for years, they've stayed strong and "german" with the "We're not implementing that--because you can already do that if you'd learn to use the app"....and now they're simply going "you want to not see a line? Line's gone!" "You want a feature called VCA faders that works like they do in ProTools so you can follow step by step instructions from Dave Pensado without understanding you can do the same thing with different nomenclature? Done." "You want to not wait while your old magnetic drives load 16gb of sample instruments into RAM? Sure--we'll let you interact....even though it will sound wrong and the system will stumble until they're fully loaded!" All good points -- but assuming they actually fixed the PC window handling, it'll still be worth it to me (even though it's not so much a feature as a bug fix). I also do think I'll use VCA faders... for example if I have two electric guitar tracks and two acoustic guitar tracks that are layered on a chorus, I'll probably have each of those going to separate group tracks already, each with different processing. But if I want to have an 'all guitars' fader, the VCA fader would be a clean way to do it, and it's very easy to execute from the mix window (select each group, right-click, add to vca group, done). Certainly not a critical feature like some make it out to be, but nice to have.
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Post by mdmitch2 on Dec 4, 2014 23:09:09 GMT -6
Call it the 'Yadda Yadda' -- emphasis on the 'adda' part.
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Post by mdmitch2 on Dec 4, 2014 22:05:18 GMT -6
I tried to switch to pro tools this year for ease of transferring sessions.... I watched a crapload of groove3 training videos and decided that the way pro tools handles comping was pretty much a deal breaker for me. I'm planning on keeping pro tools up to date, but I don't plan on using it if I don't have to.
Variaudio is incredibly handy the way it's integrated too, so I found that hard to let go. I use melodyne when I need to do heavy pitch correction since it tends to sound better in some cases, but it's so clunky in comparison. Hoping that variaudio 2 is closer to melodyne in algorithms.
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Post by mdmitch2 on Dec 4, 2014 21:52:34 GMT -6
I like 'Fart Box.' People would definitely remember that .... and it's like they say "under promise, over deliver." You would be a shoe in for magazine reviews with that name.... they wouldn't be able to resist putting that on their cover.
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Post by mdmitch2 on Dec 4, 2014 12:11:10 GMT -6
Thanks for the heads up on this. I just downloaded 8 (had a free upgrade because I bought 7.5 in Nov.) The efficiency upgrade is most welcome and I'm intrigued to try the multi band envelope shaper. I could care less that they now call it "Pro." I've been using Cubase to make a living for years. Let us know if it's stable for you -- I've seen mixed reviews so far. Also, are you mac or pc?
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Post by mdmitch2 on Dec 3, 2014 22:20:07 GMT -6
Top 10 reasons to update • Performance boost for more instruments, more tracks and shorter loading/saving times • VCA faders* for complex mixing and automation workflows• Render in-place: Bounce MIDI and audio parts easily• Chord pads: A great way to playfully and creatively compose with chords • Improved windows handling on PC, dockable rack and MediaBay plus a redesigned Track List• Groove Agent SE 4 Acoustic Agent gives you a world-class virtual acoustic drummer Plug-in manager: Arrange, sort and group your effects and instruments New Virtual Bass Amp, Quadrafuzz v2, Multiband Expander*, Multiband Envelope Shaper* effects Mixing updates*: Virgin territories automation mode, direct routing and Wave Meters Allen Morgan Pop-Rock Toolbox: 30 construction kits, each with 25 to 30 audio and MIDI loops FINALLY!!!! This is the update I've been waiting for (assuming they've actually improved window handling). That plus Render in Place and VCA Faders are pretty much the stuff everyone has been asking for since I can remember... I'm still on 6, and I'm tempted to upgrade now, but I'll probably wait for the early adopters (ie beta testers) to work out the inevitable bugs.
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Post by mdmitch2 on Dec 2, 2014 19:24:08 GMT -6
Got an email from Slate saying the VMR sale had been extended a week... $149.
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Post by mdmitch2 on Dec 2, 2014 16:09:32 GMT -6
I rolled the dice hoping that December would bring better savings Not sure if that's the case, but if you see some, lemme know... www.uaudio.com/store.htmlHelios for $79 and Trident for $99. Anyone like either of the above? Seems like a no brainer after the $50 of coupons I have....
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Post by mdmitch2 on Dec 2, 2014 9:05:49 GMT -6
Rev A is finally done and calibrated! Mike was incredibly helpful. He figured out how to jump that missing relay so i could have it working while the relay gets here. That kind of service alone is worth it!! Back to the sound of it, it is REALLY 1176. It does what is expected. And amazingly so. I've tried its usual tricks (10 & 2 vocals, mono room smash, snare comp) and so far i'm digging it. 2:1 ratio is a great feature and i can imagine going there quite often. It has a noticeable sonic imprint, that's for sure. But in a familiar way if it makes any sense... There's only one little thing I didnt like much: a few pots have a different feel to them. In short, great product and a superb service. Glad to hear it! I just ordered a Rev A last night.
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Post by mdmitch2 on Dec 1, 2014 22:32:17 GMT -6
Anyone using 6-8 VP28's at a time for buss duties? Like a pair for gtr buss, a pair for drum buss, and a pair for mix buss? I'm thinking about selling some of my pre's and replacing with VP28's and using them this way. i've been known to take every track in a session and round trip it through vp28s and lc53's 8) works a serious api footprint on a mix(and thats a great thing!) What you're suggesting is a great idea, especially considering the vp28 is a killer soft kiss compressor 8) I've been running all of my tracks through the Colour CTX cinemag transformer modules.... but since I only have two, it can take a while with larger projects. I'm definitely going to start building up an arsenal of VP28's to use in a similar manner, and augment how I'm using the Colour units.... should save a lot of time and improve workflow, as well as adding some tonal options. I think (8) VP28's is my current plan... that plus my lola pair (which also has line mode), and a neve style or two (just ordered a Hairball Copper) and I'll have my ideal setup for tracking and mixing mojo. I guess what they say is true.... 500 series really is addictive.
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Post by mdmitch2 on Dec 1, 2014 20:13:28 GMT -6
Just ordered the Hairball deal.... Copper Pre (Neve style) and Fet 500 - Rev A. All done for this year....... now I gotta find some more stuff to sell.
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Post by mdmitch2 on Dec 1, 2014 19:01:00 GMT -6
I think they make a good mod platform... I have one that my uncle gave me since he found it pretty useless stock. But I think the quality control varies a good bit, and some people report good stock performance (depends largely on ribbon tension from factory). From what I understand, it's basically the same mic as the R144 which can be had for around $90, so $60 is a good price. I might go ahead and pick one up so I can have a pair to mod. Comes with a shock mount.
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Post by mdmitch2 on Dec 1, 2014 8:35:20 GMT -6
I ended up just getting fab filter pro q 2. Might do the hairball deal today ... Copper pre plus fet 500. Deciding bw rev A and rev D. Hmmmm
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Post by mdmitch2 on Nov 30, 2014 22:05:57 GMT -6
Anyone using 6-8 VP28's at a time for buss duties? Like a pair for gtr buss, a pair for drum buss, and a pair for mix buss? I'm thinking about selling some of my pre's and replacing with VP28's and using them this way.
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Post by mdmitch2 on Nov 30, 2014 17:32:15 GMT -6
I've been out of town so I haven't been able to demo any of these plugins:
-Air Eiosis ($99) -Slate VMR /Clariphonic Combo ($199) -FabFilter Pro Q2 ($125)
I'd probably want them all.... but I'm spending too much money already...
Leaning toward FabFilter since it may be less likely to go on sale again, and it seems to be a more refined product. Right now I mainly use the built in cubase EQ for fixing problem frequencies, so I think I would get a lot of use out of it. The others are sooooooo tempting though, but I'm sure they'll go on sale again soon (if not within the next 30 days).
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Post by mdmitch2 on Nov 29, 2014 19:54:41 GMT -6
Just noticed Redco is doing 10% off orders over $100:
from facebook:
"Now through (Cyber)Monday, any order $100.00 or more gets 10% off your entire order. No coupons, no codes. You'll see the discount in your cart once you hit the $100.00 total (before shipping"
Just in time for my patchbay...
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Post by mdmitch2 on Nov 29, 2014 13:45:03 GMT -6
On cyber Monday Hairball is doing an element preamp plus fet500 comp for $750/ combo deal. I think that's about $100 discount. Correct me if I'm wrong but I remember a different price $650. The Fet sells for $450 & the elements go for $290...give or take. Btw, Apogee joined the sale with some stuff up to 70%. The Ad16x and Da16x was $996...give or take again. Excuse me for not posting links, cell txt is a Pita. Yep my mistake -- I corrected my original post. Thanks.
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Post by mdmitch2 on Nov 28, 2014 15:25:40 GMT -6
On cyber Monday Hairball is doing an element preamp plus fet500 comp for $650/ combo deal. I think that's about $100 discount.
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Post by mdmitch2 on Nov 28, 2014 12:14:22 GMT -6
Zen pro has some good deals --- 10% off psi and some other brands. SB4001 for $1149.
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Post by mdmitch2 on Nov 27, 2014 19:45:45 GMT -6
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Post by mdmitch2 on Nov 27, 2014 15:39:16 GMT -6
And I'm pretty sure my new VP28 pair saved me about 3 hours of tweaking on my last mix.... definitely thankful for that, and for the advice of the friendly RGO folks.
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