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Post by brucerothwell on Apr 2, 2015 23:28:15 GMT -6
Sonic Studio Model 302 (Metric Halo ULN-2) -- Firewire. Again, when I open the WAV file in Audacity, I do not experience this problem... and the cabling is the same.
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Post by brucerothwell on Apr 2, 2015 10:38:00 GMT -6
I am hearing occasional garbage that sounds like sporatic digital clipping on a WAV file, but only during playback within Pro Tools 11. The file playback with Audacity never exhibits this.
Also, if I have made Elastic Audio edits, it gets worse.
When I hear, it seems to sound the same in that spot, but them if I start playing into that spot from earlier on the timeline, it might not occur.
It seems sporadic, and elusive.
Sometimes it sounds more like a "screech" than just clipping, though.
Anyone ever experienced this?
Any ideas?
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 20, 2015 14:50:38 GMT -6
As much as I think the Silver Bullet is an amazing piece, I've already got a Sonic Studio Model 302 (Metric Halo ULN-2) interface with good preamps and signal path, along with the Sonic Studio Mastering EQ (and all the Metric Halo +DSP plugins) built in to the firmware.
So, I'm waiting on a Wooly Mammoth Deluxe from Mammoth Cave Audio to throw on the Metric Halo inserts.
Should be built and shipped in 1.5-2 weeks.
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 20, 2015 14:41:05 GMT -6
I'm really glad for you, lolo.
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 20, 2015 11:44:07 GMT -6
I've seen that error, too.
Somehow, something is making Pro Tools think you are trying to use a different audio playback engine, even though I did not specifically change it _within_ Pro Tools.
It must be a glitch.
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 16, 2015 11:49:17 GMT -6
I've been using music of various types, that are in the style I tend to listen to, and mix. My questions though, are these: - Does the volume level matter?
- If so, does the volume level alter the sufficiency of the burn-in time?
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 15, 2015 1:43:49 GMT -6
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 15, 2015 1:32:04 GMT -6
If you aren't afraid of command line tools and already have a cue/wave or cue/bin master: ddp.andreasruge.de/Works seemingly good with e.g. Reaper's cuesheets, (as far as i know, more reliable than the actual Reaper DDP options), but is pretty universal. Mac binaries available too, and it's free. I've seen mention of this free option, and have no aversion to using a command-line tool -- as I have have worked with Unix and scripting for many years. However, these three things are still not clear to me: - What is the difference between a cue/wave and and cue/bin file?
- How do you create a cue/wave or cue/bin file?
- Where can I find an example of a proper cue sheet?
Thanks, Bruce
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 15, 2015 1:19:44 GMT -6
Is there a diff between "Cubase" and "Cubase/Nuendo"?
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 13, 2015 14:34:24 GMT -6
Eventually, Harrison Mixbus might catch on -- it has an analog sound to it. It has compressor and eq built into each channel.
I own it, but have not switched over to it yet. It is at 2.5 (IIRC), but 3.0 is slated to be quite an upgrade.
It has been on sale for $39 for quite some time. To me, it is a no brainer to buy it just to have another option.
I have also seen a video (and experimented with it myself) on the topic of routing Pro Tool tracks over to Mixbus for mixing.
If I do leave Pro Tools, that is where I am figuring I'll head.
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 13, 2015 7:55:35 GMT -6
the problem is when you plug a jack into your patchbay you drag the tip over the ring and sleeve potentially sending 48v into the patchbay... I suppose if you have a TRS patchbay, it might help if you use a short XLR-to-TRS adapter cable, to eliminate the issue of plugging/unplugging the TRS connection? (leaving the adapter cable connected all the time)
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 12, 2015 10:58:00 GMT -6
btw... the OSX beta testing is still going, and Silvano Bettinzana may still be open to involving OSX beta testers... enquire of him at:
support@deviltechnologies.com
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 12, 2015 10:44:31 GMT -6
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 12, 2015 10:38:36 GMT -6
The only actual requirement is that the monitor does at least 1920x1080p. I am using a 42" display, which I bought from Best Buy, and wanted to take advantage of the 5-year extended service program that includes "on site" service -- but only for displays that are 42" or larger. So, I then bought a Zaagtech IR overlay frame to match. The PQ Labs G4S series is an option, too -- it is the same series that is used in the Slate Raven -- and also comes in various size choices. There is a dealer here in the U.S. -- Peau Productions -- that offers PQ Labs products. I bought my Zaagtech from a dealer in China, that offered Zaagtech at the time, not now offers the PQ Labs G4S series, too. You can also use an Acer 27" touchscreen (uses capacative film technology instead of infrared). I believe there is a cheaper 27" touchscreen from Haan, that is similar to the Acer series. Here is some more detailed info I had posted over on GS a short time ago: --- There are sources for a capacitive film that can be added to any display, to make it a touchscreen, similar to the Acer series discussed here. It is a more expensive option than an IR overlay frame, but would allow going for a larger console size that could still be "affordable". One of the sources I ran across is the Chinese company I got my Zaagtech IR frame from -- they will ship economically, and if asked, will accept a PayPal payment, as long as you pay the extra 3% to cover the PayPal fee. Regarding touch frames, they sell the PQ Labs G4S series (same as in Slate Raven) and the Zaagtech X-Slim series (what I have). If you talk/chat/email with them about pricing and details, be very specific about your questions -- use itemized/numbered lists -- and request they address each itemized question. Otherwise, you may find yourself going `round in circles in trying to get the answer you want. The sales person I got the most help from is actually the sales manager: This is an example of pricing I received from Vanessa a couple months ago, in trying to help a fellow GS'er, for a 40" PQ Labs G4S: - Basic version (6 points) -- $513
- Standard version (12 points) -- $581
- Plus version (32 points) -- $705
[/ul] Now, I would likely prefer the 6 or 12 point version for 2 reasons: - I only have 10 fingers
- The more points, the slower the response.
[/ul] There is also Peau Productions here in the states -- cost is higher, but they seem to offer great support, and are English speaking.
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 11, 2015 14:02:42 GMT -6
I like the VU meters & leather arm rest. classy. The VU meters are a Ward-Beck piece (the MP4 Series -- ward-beck.com/products/meteringandmonitoring/mp4)... Very sweet, indeed. The arm rest is, in fact, real leather -- chosen from scrap at a local furniture shop for its similarity in color to the vest that Ben Cartwright wore on Bonanza!
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 11, 2015 11:57:24 GMT -6
Way cool and if im.right the software is only 200 us dollars ? Devil technology s About $275 in U.S. Currently for Pro Tools only. There is a Windows 7/8 version -- very appealing to some, considering the Slate Raven is still only OSX. The OSX version is in beta right now but is slated for release soon, although I don't know the date. I know the developers are working hard on it. Another thing -- they are trying to make the OSX and Windows versions be in sync with each other. Last, a Cubase version is in the works, too.
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 11, 2015 10:20:43 GMT -6
My touchscreen console is finally coming together... Below is a pic of my 42" touchscreen console, running Devil Technologies' DTouch (OSX beta) -- which is similar to the software portion of Slate Raven: Flanked on either side are my wood rack cabs (from the folks at nice-racks.com), built into custom stands I made, to get them mounted at the same 25 degree angle as the touchscreen: Attachment DeletedI recently added a customized monitor controller from Mammoth Cave Audio, and am awaiting a Wooly Mammoth Deluxe from them as well. I am running a Sonic Studios Model 302 interface (a re-branded Metric Halo ULN-2, that includes a firmware-embedded Sonic Studio Mastering EQ).
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Post by brucerothwell on Feb 3, 2015 9:04:32 GMT -6
It was just a general thought about the "one rule" here, that wiz mentioned. That is all. I thought his comment stood well enough on its own to be quoted. Sorry I was so wrong. I was not trying to "pick a fight". I profusely apologize.
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Post by brucerothwell on Feb 2, 2015 14:15:21 GMT -6
remember the only rule of Realgear Don't be an asshole.. Maybe we need an additional rule... "Learn to admit we could stand to learn something new" I am not using a "master fader", but am using an Aux channel, with various plugins for creating a "quick mastered bounce" -- I suspect that either way you go about it, and any DAW, somewhere the tracks have to be summed. But is seems hard to believe just the use of a "master fader" on the 2bus that gets sent to a bounce could cause noticeable degradation. But I've been wrong before.
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Post by brucerothwell on Jan 30, 2015 15:43:28 GMT -6
I used to use 24 MCU faders, but found I still gravitated to the mouse/keyboard because I was always looking at the Pro Tools screen.
So I sold the MCU hardware and have eliminated "the middle man":
- 42" LED display, mounted on my desk at a 25 degree angle - 42" IR touchscreen overlay frame from Zaagtech (similar to the PQ Labs model that Slate Raven uses) - DTouch from Devil Technologies (like the software-only portion of Slate Raven) - Works with Windows 7 and 8, and OSX is in beta.
Now, I have a control surface where I interface _directly_ with Pro Tools.
Total $$$?? -- less than $1000.
(I'll post some pics this weekend)
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Post by brucerothwell on Jan 28, 2015 10:07:15 GMT -6
mrmiller... can the new interfaces do internal summing like the Metric Halo stuff? If so, is it 80bit?
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Post by brucerothwell on Jan 28, 2015 10:00:05 GMT -6
curious, have you heard a BLA FM192 vs a stock Digi192? --- soapbox mode ON --- I posted a thread over on GS month or so ago, asking if anyone knew of any BLA vs stock audio comparisons... no response. Is it because no one wants to post the comparison results because they are too suble to justify the expense? I see many comments about how much better the modded versions are, but I've never heard any comparisons. Because of that, I have four MOTU 1224's packed and ready to ship today to a new owner -- because I cannot justify the expense of paying $500 per for a BLA mod (or even $300 for a Revive Audio mod) without knowing what improvements I'll get back. You think that BLA would do their own comparison files, and post them on their site, as a marketing tool?! (If they do, I am unaware of it) --- soapbox mode OFF ---
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Post by brucerothwell on Jan 28, 2015 9:50:00 GMT -6
...I can't see how they didn't take a peak under the hood of the symphony when building this thing... Is that like saying no one can design a good product without copying someone else's work? Does that mean we should find out what product Apogee took a peek at when they designed the Symphony? ;-)
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Post by brucerothwell on Jan 28, 2015 9:44:41 GMT -6
I'm watching this video at least a couple times a day now. It is amazing how much variety of tone and colour can be imparted with it. Just plain awesome. I have more distortion/saturation boxes than I'll ever need. Still have a hard time trying to not think about this.. Well, I've looked at the DIY Colour kits, the STS kit, and even the Sonic Farms Creamware stuff -- but for the money and variety this device offers, this is a no-brainer for folks that want analog, and especically don't have colour boxes already.
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Post by brucerothwell on Jan 27, 2015 10:51:01 GMT -6
Subscription-based software is the future for many vendors, along with the cloud thang. (Adobe, for instance)
"Move over or get run over" seems to be the order of the day.
I can see why companies are doing it -- it makes it easy to get new customers hooked on their tools. The new free Pro Tools is part of that, too.
It is just hard to swallow for the existing customer that have invested big $$$ in upgrades over the years.
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