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INTRODUCE Yourself
ONLY Registered members can read about you. Tell everyone what you are doing, post gear lists, song sites, how long you've been doing music, and why you joined.
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INTRODUCE Yourself
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Newbies ONLY!
You are New to electronic music and you want to learn FAST. This is THE place! But don't make us SpoonFeed you. Read your manuals, browse through the forums first and read Tweak's Guide to get yourself grounded. Then ask an intelligent question and get a great answer.
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Subforum: Ask QUICK short Questions Here! (Read ONLY) Archive - 22113 Topics
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Last post by aww-de-oh
on Tue Feb 09, 2010 8:28 am
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Newbies ONLY!
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- Recording Studio Hardware and Setup
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CONFIGURING and UPGRADING Your RIG
What gear works best with What? In this forum we talk about the MAJOR building blocks of the recording path in the studio, Are you computer-based, or MTR? Mixer? Or audio interface? How much i/o? ADAT, S/PDIF, RCA, TRS, XLR, MIDI, SCSI, BNC--you need to know these.
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Subforums: Cables, Patchbays and How to Hook stuff up, Discussion on Tweak's Rigs - 2862 Topics
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Last post by albyrne51
on Tue Feb 09, 2010 9:10 am
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CONFIGURING and UPGRADING Your RIG
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Hardware MIXING Consoles
This is for a discussion of mixing boards, from small mixers to large consoles, analog and digital, including control surfaces.
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Subforums: Digital Mixers, Large Format Analog Consoles - 2114 Topics
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Last post by Tweak
on Tue Feb 09, 2010 5:04 am
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Hardware MIXING Consoles
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Recording with MICROPHONES
This topic is devoted to Microphones. Discover which works well with certain instruments, vocals, and recording environments. Mic setup and placement techniques and outfitting a Microphone Cabinet for home and pro studios are also discussed here.
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Subforums: Microphone PREAMPS, Mic Reviews and Comparisons, Microphone Techniques with Farview, Recording Vocals, Recording Drums, Recording Acoustic and Electric Guitars and Basses, Recording Brass and Winds, Recording Samples, Ambience and Effects, Recording Pianos - 3838 Topics
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Last post by EnlightenedHand
on Tue Feb 09, 2010 8:13 am
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Recording with MICROPHONES
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STUDIO MONITORS and Sound
The Place to talk about studio monitors, debate active vs. passive monitors, subwoofers, surround, amplification, and how they are best placed. In the sub-forum we discuss acoustical foam, broadband and bass traps, and the acoustical properties the studio's room.
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Subforum: Studio Acoustics Forum - 2888 Topics
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Last post by Twiggy
on Tue Feb 09, 2010 8:17 am
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STUDIO MONITORS and Sound
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HARDWARE Processors and Effects
This is the place to discuss hardware PROCESSORS like compressors, limiters, gates, EQ and EFFECTS like reverb, delay, harmonizers, vocoders, and pedals. Discussions on classic gear is encouraged, as well as the latest and greatest for professional studios.
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Last post by sturoc2
on Sat Feb 06, 2010 1:07 pm
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HARDWARE Processors and Effects
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Audio INTERFACES for your Computer-Based Studio
Choosing an Audio Interface is tricky. Its more than making sure you have enough ins and outs. You also need to consider the drivers that connect the hardware to your software. Your platform, OS, desktop, laptop, even down to chipsets on your motherboard can affect performance.
Subforums: Firewire and USB Audio INTERFACES, PCI/PCIe Audio Interfaces and Soundcards, Audio Interface with Integrated MIXER, Audio Interface with Integrated Control Surface, Stand alone Control Surfaces, AD\DA Converters - 3408 Topics
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Last post by suocide
on Mon Feb 08, 2010 12:04 pm
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Audio INTERFACES for your Computer-Based Studio
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SEQUENCERS: Logic, Cubase, Sonar, Pro Tools and Digital Performer
What are the relative merits of the different software packages available? The Tweak's primary expertise is in Logic Pro, but he also uses Cubase SX, DP4, Sonar, Acid, Reason and the Ableton Live
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Subforums: Cubase Users Forum, Logic Studio Forum, Sonar and Cakewalk Users Forum, Pro Tools HD, LE and M-Powered, Alternative Sequencers (including free ones) - 2943 Topics
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Last post by Schemaman
on Sun Feb 07, 2010 8:26 pm
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SEQUENCERS: Logic, Cubase, Sonar, Pro Tools and Digital Performer
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SOFTWARE Instruments and Effect Processors
Software Synthesizers and plugin effects are revolutionizing our studios. Here is where you can learn all about VSTi, AU, RTAS, DXi plugins.
Subforums: Software SYNTHESIZERS, Software SAMPLERS and Libraries, SOFTWARE Plugins and Mastering Processors - 2025 Topics
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Last post by Opus
on Sun Feb 07, 2010 11:39 am
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SOFTWARE Instruments and Effect Processors
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Using a MAC as your Recording Workstation
Here we have discussions of the G4, G5, Powerbook, iMac, MacBookPro, MacPro and of course all the Mac-specific hardware and software for building a DAW. It's a great time to be on the Mac platform!
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Last post by Nanashiwanderer
on Sat Feb 06, 2010 12:44 am
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Using a MAC as your Recording Workstation
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Using a PC as your Recording Workstation
A DAW is a digital Audio Workstation--a computer optimized to run audio applications. They can be tricky to buy, build and maintain. Add your tips! PC Builders welcome!
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Last post by anthonyrossi01
on Mon Feb 08, 2010 10:11 pm
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Using a PC as your Recording Workstation
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Multi-track, 2-track and Field RECORDERS
Here's the place to talk about digital multi-track recorders like the Yamaha AW series, Roland VS series, Akai DPS24, Alesis, Korg and Tascam machines. Lets add ANALOG tape machines too like Teac, Nagra, Akai, even Dokorder reel-to-reels, portastudios, old cassette 4 tracks, and anything that layers tracks. Historians and pros from the Golden Age are welcome.
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Subforum: Portable Field Recorders - 442 Topics
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Last post by MASSIVE Mastering
on Sun Feb 07, 2010 1:26 am
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Multi-track, 2-track and Field RECORDERS
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- Musical Instruments
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Keyboards, Synths and MIDI Devices
Keyboards and synth modules and MIDI are topics here. Lets talk about the universe of synthesizers, analog, digital, sample playback, modeling, and all keyboards from small controllers to massive MIDIfied grand pianos.
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Subforums: Which keyboard is for Me?, Understanding MIDI and Synth/Keyboard Hook up Issues, Vintage Synths Forum, MIDI Controllers Forum, Roland Synths and Modules Forum, Korg Synths and Module Forum, Yamaha Synths and Modules Forum, Clavia Nord Synths - 3027 Topics
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Last post by Tweak
on Mon Feb 08, 2010 2:45 am
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Keyboards, Synths and MIDI Devices
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Hardware SAMPLERS (MPC series, Emu, MV8000)
This forum talks about sampling and supports samplers old and new, from the Roland MV8800 and Akai MPC series to the old Emu, and Akai keyboard and rack samplers of the 80's. SCSI, SMDI spoken here. The Tweak specializes in Emu hardware samplers.
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Last post by Djjhin
on Sat Feb 06, 2010 7:57 pm
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Hardware SAMPLERS (MPC series, Emu, MV8000)
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Drums and Percussion
How to Mic and Mix a drum kit, types of kit--Acoustic, electronic, metal vs. maple. Cymbals, hammered, sheet or cast. Also let's discuss World Percussion. If you bang on it and it makes noise, it's in.
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Subforums: World Skins, Mallets, Metals and Percussion Forum, Electronic Drum Kits, Triggers, Classic Drum Machines - 602 Topics
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Last post by axeman69
on Mon Feb 08, 2010 8:48 am
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Drums and Percussion
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Guitars, Basses, Amps & Gagetry
If it is played on strings, acoustic or electric, this is the forum. Everything from choosing our 1st guitar (or bass) to hot rodding a vintage Les Paul. Amps, guitar & bass processors, mic techniques, and how to get "that sound"
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Subforums: Bass Players of the World--Unite!, Acoustic Guitars Forum, Guitar 'N Amp MODELING (including MIDI Gtr/Software), The AMP Farm - 1246 Topics
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Last post by ecc83
on Mon Feb 08, 2010 12:42 pm
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Guitars, Basses, Amps & Gagetry
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The Arts of Production, Mixdown and Mastering
How does one take a rough mix and polish it down to a master recording suitable for prime time? What is involved in audio ENGINEERING. How does one prepare for a session, coordinate, even hire the talent. Learn to be a real PRODUCER, not a Producah. Share your tricks, talents and insights here!
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Subforums: The Art and Science of Production with EnlightenedHand, The Art and Science of the Mix with Blue Bear Sound, The Art and Science of Mastering Audio with Massive Mastering - 1047 Topics
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Last post by acidwarp
on Tue Feb 09, 2010 7:06 am
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The Arts of Production, Mixdown and Mastering
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Creating Sounds, Loops, Beats
Studio tools allow us to control our audio from a tiny blip to a massive beat. Sound developers, loop makers and hip hop beat makers, this is the place for professionals.
Subforums: Making new Sounds with SYNTHESIZERS, Making New SOUNDS with SAMPLERS, Designing Audio LOOPS, Making BEATS for Electronica and Hip Hop - 160 Topics
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Last post by nitten
on Mon Feb 01, 2010 6:28 pm
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Creating Sounds, Loops, Beats
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Do-It-Yourself Projects
Here's the place to talk about and post plans for building your own DIY projects, such as vocal booths, patch bays, midi switchboxes, preamps--U Name It! This forum includes pics, plans, and ideas by our top contributor Owel.
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Last post by ecc83
on Tue Feb 09, 2010 2:58 am
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Do-It-Yourself Projects
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On Writing LYRICS
Writing great lyrics for your productions is a skill that gets better with practice and careful consideration. This forum is devoted to lyric writing. Includes tips from Top Contributor Dugz Ink
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Last post by BasementX
on Tue Jan 26, 2010 8:22 pm
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On Writing LYRICS
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Doing UTube, Podcasts, Games, Radio, TV, Film
This forum is for those setting up integrating their studios for TV, video and film productions. Lets add Audio for Games too! If you are pro, tell us about what you do.
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Last post by Tweak
on Sat Jan 23, 2010 6:11 pm
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Doing UTube, Podcasts, Games, Radio, TV, Film
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COMMUNITY Cafe'
What's Happening? General musings from the studio-central/tweakheadz community. You can also find and meet potential collaborators here and talk about your latest project. Song-writing and Re-Mix collaborations are encouraged. MEMBERS ONLY here.
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Subforums: Musings on CREATIVITY with _controlfreak, Play and Practice: The Path to Virtuosity, Plato's Cave, The POLLING Place, Link Cool Studio VIDEOS Here - 3239 Topics
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Last post by Dr_apocalipsis
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Setting Up LIVE SHOWS, from Small Rooms to Arenas
Alright! A place for all you gigging musicians to compare notes on how to best set up live rigs--keyboards, PA, guitars, FOH, lights. OK you get the idea.
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Last post by neilfein
on Mon Feb 08, 2010 6:07 pm
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Setting Up LIVE SHOWS, from Small Rooms to Arenas
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FOH/Stage Mixers, PA and Monitors
FOH mean "front of house". An FOH mixer is the big board that controls what the audience hears, often from a position in the middle of the audience. - 52 Topics
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Last post by epic
on Sun Feb 07, 2010 11:27 pm
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The DJ community
A place to discuss topics of relevance to DJs. Gear questions, methods, setup, organization. Feel free to link up pics of your setup. - 51 Topics
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Last post by ElJacko
on Sat Jan 30, 2010 10:39 am
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The DJ community
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REVIEW Your Gear Here!
We all greatly benefit when people share their experiences with gear. It can save us from buying a dud, and enable us all to run better studios for less money! So Share, dudes! This topic is linked from TweakHeadz Lab, so it has a larger worldwide audience.
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Subforums: TRADE SHOW New Gear Pre-release Info, Namm 2009, GOOD and BAD Gear ALERTS! - 739 Topics
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Last post by Tweak
on Tue Feb 09, 2010 3:49 am
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REVIEW Your Gear Here!
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Members SONG REVIEWS
Add your URL to a song on your personal music website. Your song will be reviewed by a community member. You have to review at least 2 songs to participate--see the rules.
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Members SONG REVIEWS
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Members GEAR LISTS
Post your GEAR LIST so other members can see what you have. Put a LINK to it in your signature. Only registered members can view your list.
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Last post by Underground_Wisdom
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Cool BOOKS on the Music Studio Craft
To help you get your tweak on right!
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Cool BOOKS on the Music Studio Craft
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FEEDBACK to the Tweak
Suggestions for improving our community are welcome.
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