Here’s how to create your next track before you get homeAd feature with Splice.
Not everyone has access to a piano or guitar when inspiration strikes. And, while singing or humming fleeting melodic ideas into your phone while walking down the street is helpful, it’ll only get you so far.
What if you could record your ideas into an instrumental-builder app instead? Using Splice Mic, you can capture and expand your musical sparks wherever you are.
Here’s a track I made with Splice Mobile in one session:

Building Stacks with Splice Mobile
One of the biggest challenges of writing with an instrument like a guitar or piano is conceptualising the groove and style of each song. You can easily find yourself with an endless string of ballads and sprawling ideas.
Using Splice’s mobile app, you don’t have to wait until a studio session to try and lock in an idea. You can layer drums, synths, guitar loops, and so much more in whichever key or tempo you want for your demos.

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Head to the Stacks tab in Splice Mobile and tap on Create a New Stack, and you’re presented with a wide array of genres. This section is especially fun to work with when you don’t have a specific direction in mind.
Splice Stacks is like a roulette — you get a new set of loops each time you hit Refresh, with every combination offering a new style, key and tempo. Whether you keep refreshing until you find an appealing instrumental context, or start layering from scratch, is up to you. You can even flip each loop to hear it in a new genre.
Swipe right on each layer to shuffle, or left to delete it altogether. Tap on the layers you want to mute and unmute to audition other loops and samples from Splice’s vast library.
You can switch up your Stack with a variety of genres.
You can also start a Stack with a loop of your choice by tapping on the Add To Stack icon next to the loop. As you develop your idea, you can continue browsing Splice’s entire catalog and preview sounds alongside your Stack while it plays. Adjust the BPM and key, and Splice Mobile will update the samples you audition accordingly.
Recording with Splice Mic
You can record up to 60 seconds of audio with Splice Mic. Whether it’s vocals or a recorded instrument, the generated Stack will be automatically synced to your recording’s tempo. Once you’ve locked everything in, you have the option to change the BPM and key of your Stack, which will alter all elements — including your original recording.

Once you’ve made your recording, you can adjust the start and end points, as well as the length of it. This feature makes harmonising vocals an easy and fun process. You’ll want to record with the built-in mic on your wireless earbuds, AirPods, or a USB microphone, for best results.
As you continue to layer other instruments and your own recordings, Splice’s AI-powered search engine can recommend samples for your Stack.
Since Splice Stacks can host up to 8 layers, you can customise your project based on what you’re in the mood for. For instance, if you choose a keys loop that contains some extra sounds, you’ll have more room for additional vocal layers in your Stack. The key to a productive session is to embrace such constraints to filter out the fillers that deter you from the course.

Save and export
As soon as you land on a Stack that you’d like to revisit in the future, hit the Save button to view it on your phone or Splice Desktop App. Sharing your Stacks with your collaborators can be as easy as AirDropping or texting them from your phone. And, if you’re ready to explore your idea further in a DAW, the Splice App offers a ton of easy options. Export your Stack as an Ableton Live project, Studio One project, individual stems, or a single WAV file!

For example, when you export your Stack as an Ableton Live project, you’ll find each layer in dedicated tracks in Session View. All the volume levels will be just as you left them in your Splice mobile app. From there, you can continue experimenting with various looping configurations or structure your song in Arrangement View.
If there’s an extra note that clashes with the rest of the arrangement, you can cut it out of the loop. With some audio effects processing, a loop can even become an indistinguishable part of your productions.
Arranging your Stacks into songs
The most practical way of infusing your loop arrangement with ebb and flow is to add or deduct layers in each section.
Maybe you start your song without drums and bass at first, so that you can use them to increase the impact of the chorus section later on.
Simple volume adjustments and effects automations, such as a sweeping low-pass filter, can also become effective tools to ease the listener into the song.
And don’t forget — the entire Splice catalogue is still at your disposal. Couldn’t find a bass loop that you liked? Open up Astra and play your own bass line. Want to spice up your drums? Sprinkle on a few reversed crash and impact samples.
To meld all the layers together, employ a few return channels for reverb and delay effects. That way, you can choose which layers should co-exist in a virtual space, making your mix sound more glued together. With some bus processing at the end, you may just have a solid demo in your hands that you can’t stop listening to.
Here’s how my first songwriting experiment with Splice Mic turned out.

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Merch and Live Music poised to avoid spending slowdownEven before Trump's tariffs sent global markets into a tailspin, recent reports pointed to a slowdown at music streamers, record labels and many corners of the music industry. But a new survey shows music merch and live music poised to avoid the spending slowdown that now appears almost inevitable.
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Sala reverb plug-in from Fors The latest creation from independent developers Fors is said to be capable of turning even the smallest of sounds into a “wash of shimmering textures”.

Alan Meyerson Webinar recording now available If you missed the chance to check out the recent Mixing Dune: Part Two OST webinar with Alan Meyerson hosted by Sound Particles and Apogee, then you’re in luck, as it’s now available to watch on the SOS YouTube channel.

Roland’s 404 day is here, and this time it’s celebrating with a Serato integration for the SP-404MKIIRoland is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its iconic sampler, the SP-404, with its annual 404 Day – and this time its hosting several global events, and bringing an exciting upgrade to its modern day successor, the SP-404MKII.
404 Day is held on 4 April each year, as Roland pays tribute to its integral part in beat-making culture. First released in 2005, the SP-404 became “the go-to music creation tool” for beatmakers as underground hip-hop and electronic music scenes were flourishing across cities like Los Angeles, Tokyo, and London.

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This year, Roland has joined forces with Serato to officially integrate the SP-404MKII with Serato DJ (Lite and Pro) and Serato Studio. Roland’s free V5 update with Serato “transforms” the sampler into an “accessible tool that bridges the gap between DJing and music production”, according to the brand.
The partnership crowns Serato as having the first DJ software to officially support the SP-404MKII, which handily offers access to the compact sampler without the complexity of a full DJ set up. Now with pre-mapped Serato controls, DJs can integrate their workflow and perform sets on the go with access to Serato Stems, looping, hot cues, and more.
As for Serato Studio, the integration turns the SP-404MKII hardware into a pre-mapped controller and USB audio interface, with even deeper hardware integration. Producers can now route Serato Studio audio through the SP-404MKII’s onboard effects for real-time processing.

Of course the celebration doesn’t end there, as Roland is taking over several global events for the week of 404 Day across five continents. These 404 Day parties showcase live performances, beat battles, artist panels, and more. Several Roland Stores around the world are also hosting 404 Day events, including the Roland stores in London and Tokyo, with the launch of SP-404 1-2-1 in-store workshops, and SP-404MKII demonstrations with the new Version 5 update.
Find out more about the V5 update for the SP-404MKII, or head over to Roland’s guide to 404 day for more details on events and celebrations across the globe.
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“The house PA was so bad that I tried to one-hand turn the stage monitor towards the crowd…” Mark Ronson shares injury update after DJing gig gone wrongMark Ronson’s latest DJ set left more than just the crowd buzzing – it also sent him straight to the hospital.
The Uptown Funk producer took to Instagram Wednesday (3 April) to update fans on his recent injury, posting a picture of himself lying in a hospital bed, giving a thumbs-up. In the caption, he explains how an attempt to compensate for poor sound quality at a recent DJ gig went spectacularly wrong.

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“That time the house PA was so bad that I tried to one-hand turn the stage monitor towards the crowd mid-mix to give them some extra juice,” Ronson writes. “Turns out they weigh more than I thought… Two popped bicep tendons and one finished gig later, here we are, baby! #tornthisway”

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Ronson’s injury comes just as he gears up for the release of his new memoir, Night People, which is set to hit shelves on 16 September. The book, written by Ronson himself, delves into his early days as a DJ in 1990s New York, chronicling the city’s vibrant nightlife, music scene, and the characters who shaped it.
The memoir also explores his transition from London to New York, where he immersed himself in hip-hop culture and DJing, using music as a way to overcome feelings of being an “outsider”.
“DJing in ’90s New York City informed everything I ever did after, becoming the foundation for all my future work and creativity,” he said. “In Night People, I wanted to capture that transformative period of my life and celebrate three of my great loves: the art of DJing, the thrilling energy of New York City after dark, and the wild and wonderful characters who populated our world and became my second family.”
“This book is my love letter to a vanished era that shaped not just my career but my identity – a time when finding my craft put me on the path to finding myself.”
Night People arrives in September 2025, and pre-orders are available now.
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AI music firm Udio’s new Styles tool lets users “create new songs” using existing songs as referencesUdio, the AI-powered music platform currently embroiled in a copyright lawsuit from major record labels, has launched a new tool called Styles — which lets users “create new songs using an existing song or audio clip as a style reference”.

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According to Music Business Worldwide, the tool is designed to generate new music that mirrors the “sonic identity” of existing tracks.
“Rather than wrestling with text prompts to try to capture a vibe, now you can simply show Udio exactly what you’re looking for,” says the company.

Ever struggle to describe the song in your head? Meet Styles — a brand new feature that allows you to create new songs using an existing song or audio clip as a style reference. Rather than wrestling with text prompts to try to capture a vibe, now you can simply show Udio exactly… pic.twitter.com/L5eKAIgKcc
— udio (@udiomusic) March 31, 2025

Users can upload audio samples and use them as a reference to create “new” compositions with similar instrumentation, tone, and feel. The feature is said to be aimed at both independent artists and commercial creators who need a consistent sound across different projects.
“Udio’s new Styles feature makes that process incredibly intuitive – you can feed it your own musical ideas and instantly hear how they take shape across a range of genres,” says Grammy-winning keyboardist and composer Jordan Rudess. “It’s not just inspiring – it opens your mind to new possibilities and helps you evolve as an artist.”
Much as the tool could be a game-changer for musicians and content creators, it also raises concerns about AI’s role in music production, especially given Udio’s ongoing legal woes.
Last year, Udio – alongside fellow generative AI music firm Suno – was sued by a group of record labels, including Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group, and Warner Records Inc. The lawsuit accuses both companies of training their AI models on copyrighted recordings without permission.
In response, Udio and Suno argued that their use of copyrighted material falls under the “fair use” exemption in US copyright law. They also claim that the lawsuits are an attempt by record companies to stifle innovation and eliminate competition.
Seemingly addressing these concerns in its latest update, Udio states that the Styles feature will only work with “uploads of content that users own or control” to “protect artists and rights holders”. That said, the company has not explained exactly how it plans to enforce this policy or prevent potential misuse.

Learn more at Udio.
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Sample like it’s 1994: Iconic sample editing software ReCycle makes a comeback – and it’s completely freeReCycle, the iconic sample editing tool from the 1990s, is officially back.
The software was launched in 1994 by Propellerhead – now Reason Studios – and is officially back and available as a free download, retaining its original character. The launch arrives alongside a beat challenge hosted by Grammy-winning producer Don Cannon, for which you’ll need to flip a provided sample for the chance to win a year-long subscription to Reason+.

READ MORE: Reason 13 and Reason+ subscription: At almost 25 years old, does this DAW still cut it?

The original ReCycle arrived at a time when working with samples was time consuming, and often involved difficulties with pitch and speed. ReCycle revolutionised the sampling game, allowing music makers to time-stretch samples without messing up their pitch for the first time.
At its core, ReCycle works by identifying all the transients in your sampled material, and slices your loop while holding on to its timing information, so you can play it back at any tempo. Reason says that by relaunching ReCycle, it hopes new generations can experience what the workflow was like 30 years ago.

“The year is 1994. The pilot episode of Friends has just debuted on NBC, Nelson Mandela has been elected president of South Africa and you’re a young and aspiring producer who has just gotten your hands on ‘ReCycle – the perfect tool for sampled grooves,’” begins a statement on Reason’s website.
“These days, it’s less ‘perfect tool for sampled grooves’ and more ‘old-school-tool for sampled grooves’. But back when it was originally released, this sample tool was the go-to for producing grassroots electronic genres of the 90’s. Almost 30 years later we gave it hi-res graphics, made it compatible with Apple Silicon and added some back-end stuff for performance. An ode to all the legendary producers and artists that kept ReCycle alive throughout the years.”
It later adds, “Maybe you’ll fall in love with its old-school workflow. Maybe you’ll use it once, smile, and go back to your usual ways. Either way, we’re giving everyone a chance to experience a tool that helped shape modern sampling into what we’ve come to know today.”
To enter the ReCyle The Beat challenge or download ReCycle for free, head over to Reason Studios.
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Curve Finance clocks $35B trading volume in Q1 2025Curve Finance, a decentralized lending protocol and exchange, notched record-breaking trading volumes of nearly $35 billion in the first quarter of 2025, a spokesperson for the protocol told Cointelegraph. Trading volumes increased more than 13% from the first quarter of 2024, largely due to a surge in transactions, from around 1.8 million to some 5.5 million in Q1 2025, Curve said. The strong Q1 volumes come amid overall declines in the cryptocurrency market, with the total market capitalization of cryptocurrencies dropping by more than 20% in the year-to-date as of March 31, according to data from CoinGecko.Curve’s total value locked (TVL) over time. Source: DefiLlamaRelated: Curve Finance launches ‘Savings crvUSD’ yield-bearing stablecoinChanging DeFi LandscapeLaunched in 2020, Curve has taken numerous steps in the past year to keep pace with the changing decentralized finance (DeFi) landscape.In June 2024, Curve adopted crvUSD, its stablecoin, for fee distribution to tokenholders, replacing an older model that paid holders in shares of the 3crv liquidity pool.In November, Curve partnered with Elixir, a blockchain network, to help onboard BlackRock’s tokenized money market fund, BUIDL, to DeFi. By the end of 2025, Curve plans to consolidate its lending markets into a single user interface and provide borrowers with more time to close positions before they are liquidated, it told Cointelegraph. Curve founder Michael Egorov said in March that he expects many decentralized exchanges (DEXs) to evolve into bespoke platforms for stablecoins pegged to various currency denominations. "Exchanges between stablecoins of different denominations like the euro, US dollar, and others are not yet properly solved. How to provide liquidity without losing money, but while earning a lot of money, is kind of an open question that I think will be solved soon,” Egorov said.Despite the rise in transactions, the total value locked (TVL) on Curve’s platform is approximately $1.8 billion as of April 2, according to data from DefILlama, down from highs of roughly $2.5 billion at the start of the year. Curve’s native token, Curve DAO (CRV), has a market capitalization of approximately $640 million at this writing, marking a more than 40% decline in the year-to-date, according to data from Cointelegraph.Related: BTC miners adopted ‘treasury strategy,’ diversified business in 2024: Report

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Space solar startup Aetherflux raises $50M to launch first space demo in 2026Aetherflux, the space solar startup founded by Baiju Bhatt, the billionaire co-founder of Robinhood, has raised $50 million in a Series A round as it works to launch its first low Earth orbit demonstration in 2026.  The San Carlos, California-based startup, which came out of stealth last October, aims to eventually launch a constellation of […]

Programmer’s Macro Pad Bangs Out Whole FunctionsMacro pads are handy for opening up your favorite programs or executing commonly used keyboard shortcuts. But why stop there?
That’s what [Jeroen Brinkman] must have been thinking while creating the Programmer’s Macro Pad. Based on the Arduino Pro Micro, this hand-wired pad is unique in that a single press of any of its 16 keys can virtually “type” out multiple lines of text. In this case, it’s a capability that’s being used to prevent the user from having to manually enter in commonly used functions, declarations, and conditional statements.
For example, in the current firmware, pressing the “func” key will type out a boilerplate C function:

int () { //
;
return 0;
}; // f
It will also enter in the appropriate commands to put the cursor where it needs to be so you can actually enter in the function name. The other keys such as “array” and “if” work the same way, saving the user from having to enter (and potentially, even remember) the correct syntax.
The firmware is kept as simple as possible, meaning that the functionality of each key is currently hardcoded. Some kind of tool that would let you add or change macros without having to manually edit the source code and flash it back to the Arduino would be nice…but hey, it is a Programmers Macro Pad, after all.
Looking to speed up your own day-to-day computer usage? We’ve covered a lot of macro pads over the years, we’re confident at least a few of them should catch your eye.

DDEX Publishes Musical Work Right Share Notification Standard (MWN) Version 1.3DDEX, the international standards-setting organization dedicated to improving the exchange of data and information across the music industry, has announced the publishing of their Musical Work Right Share Notification Standard (MWN) Version 1.3.The Musical Work Right Share Notification Standard (MWN) fulfils a variety of communication requirements between musical work rights holders and downstream data recipients. This includes the communication of identification, rights and usage data for musical works and their associated parties to facilitate accurate claiming and remuneration for these musical works in the publishing rights ecosystem. The choreography for the MWN standard supports a number of use cases. These include the exchange of right share data, requests for augmented and enriched data about musical works, industry standard and proprietary identifiers, and more. The exchange of these data elements will provide significant value to both musical work rights holders and their licensees and other business partners. To communicate these use cases, the MWN standard specifies three message formats which enable the communication of the relevant data for different points in the digital value chain for musical works.Sony Music Publishing is really pleased that DDEX has announced the publication of version 1.3 of MWN,” said Alex Batterbee, Senior Director Global Administration at Sony Music Publishing. “The MWN working group has put in an incredible amount of work to develop this new version of the MWN standard in a short period of time, whilst ensuring the widest possible functionality possible. The standard enables the communication of really granular data about musical works and implementations of MWN v1.3 will, over time, see a significant reduction in bespoke and proprietary solutions that have had to be put in place in the past.”Any company implementing the MWN standard can see a number of business benefits including an increase in data quality and reliability; a reduction in the volume of manually rekeyed data being sent between parties; improvements in efficiency stemming from the automation of processes, consolidation of ad-hoc files, increased speed of payouts, and reduction in required resources; improved timeliness from speeding up the overall process for making and communicating right share claims. Finally, the new version of MWN provides the ability to incorporate other processes thus improving existing workflows which provides opportunities to align processes in parallel initiatives or activities.Paul Cohen Scali. Chief Information and Technology Officer at SACEM says, “SACEM is very proud to have contributed to this major effort alongside DDEX to implement a new format for work declarations. This has been a longstanding challenge for the industry, and we now have a standard that will help address market evolutions and meet the expectations of our publisher partners. Although there is still much to be done to implement this standard, an important first step has been taken. As the market leader, SACEM will be at the forefront of this implementation.”.Any organisation wishing to implement this (or any other DDEX Standard) is required to apply for an Implementation License. The terms of the license and an application form can be found here and here. While a company does not need to become a member to implement any of the DDEX standards, being a member of DDEX provides the opportunity to participate in and influence the development of international standards in the digital value chain. Information about membership of DDEX is available at https://ddex.net/membership/.Sign up for the DDEX newsletter to receive regular updates from the Secretariat at www.DDEX.net.Follow DDEX on:Twitter: @DDEXNetFacebook: @DDEXstandardsLinkedIn Company page: DDEXLinkedIn Group: DDEXThe post DDEX Publishes Musical Work Right Share Notification Standard (MWN) Version 1.3 first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

Spitfire Audio Abbey Road Orchestra: 1st Violins ProfessionalAdvanced legatos for ultimate expression Spitfire's professional tier is designed to help you work efficiently without sacrificing performance and nuance. 8 legato articulations — including extended patches — amazing sampling depth, alternative attacks and 16 signal options for the ultimate nuanced expression, this library is handcrafted for professional composers and producers. Their aim is to deliver the highest quality possible, working with the Abbey Road team — including GRAMMY -Award-winner Simon Rhodes — in a globally renowned studio and with masterful string players. The design, development and production reflects our commitment to deliver an orchestral range with unrivalled expression, realism, and playability. Put simply this library is future-proof. I believe this is the closest we have ever got to the 'perfect' string sound in my head. Full of vibrancy, passion and musicality, it is a joy to play. Paul Thomson - Co-founder of Spitfire Audio Where performance meets precision. Meticulously recorded to allow for smooth and expressive transitions between notes, emulating the natural way a violinist shifts from one note to another without breaks. All aspects of the legato programming has been improved in both Pro and Core versions, with multiple dynamic legato intervals, and flexible interval types triggered by playing speed and/or velocity. The extended techniques in the Pro version are the most advanced string patches we have ever created. With additional portamento and detaché legato styles, plus accented marcato and 'soft swell' entries for single long notes, the Pro version marks the absolute pinnacle of detail, expression and playability. Advanced legatos. Ultimate expression: Performance Legato (extended): hugely detailed and highly playable legato patch which reacts in real time to playing speed. Additional legato styles (portamento and detaché) plus marcato and soft entries for single notes - our most advanced legato ever. Lyrical Legato (extended): A relaxed legato patch for slower-moving melody lines. Additional legato styles (portamento and detaché) plus marcato and soft entries for single notes. Legato Runs: A very agile legato patch specifically for very fast passages and flourishes up to a minor 3rd. Legato Detaché: A legato-style patch in which all the connecting notes have broad but separated bow strokes, ideal for strong and impactful statements. Legato Portamento: A legato patch in which all the intervals are performed in a 'portamento' style with an intentional slide between notes. Legato Slurred: A legato patch with slurred intervals performed with a 'moderate tempo' feel for sweeping melody lines. Legato Allegro: A legato patch with slurred intervals performed with a sprightly 'uptempo' feel, ideal for quicker or arpeggiated ostinato material. Core. - A comprehensive collection of articulations, 11,000 raw samples, 2 technologically advanced and detailed legato techniques, a high level of sampling depth and one signal option curated by GRAMMY -Award-winner Simon Rhodes. Studio One: Icon of the past, innovator for the future. A host to celebrated classical recordings from Elgar and Prokofiev, as well as iconic film scores from The Lord Of The Rings Trilogy, The Empire Strikes Back, and the more recent releases of Avengers: End Game and Black Panther, Studio One needs no introduction. Home to one of the greatest in-house collections of vintage and modern microphones and a control room fitted with a 72-channel Neve 88 RS console with a unique and comprehensive surround monitor section, Studio one is the perfect setting for our meticulously planned recording sessions. Our aim is to work with the best, to deliver you the world's most detailed sampling orchestra and in Abbey Road - one of the most in-demand recording studios in the film scoring landscape - we can achieve this. What's included: Legato Techniques: Performance Legato (Extended) - A hugely detailed and highly playable legato patch which reacts in realtime to playing speed. This extended Pro version includes additional legato styles (portamento and detaché) plus marcato and soft entries for single notes - our most advanced legato ever. Lyrical Legato (Extended) - A relaxed legato patch for slower moving melody lines. This extended Pro version includes additional legato styles (portamento and detaché) plus marcato and soft entries for single notes. Performance Legato - A hugely detailed and highly playable legato patch which reacts in realtime to playing speed. Lyrical Legato - A relaxed legato patch for slower moving melody lines. Legato Runs - A very agile legato patch specifically for very fast passages and flourishes up to a minor 3rd (Legato intervals greater than a minor 3rd will not sound). Legato Detache - A legato-style patch in which all the connecting notes have broad but separated bow strokes, ideal for strong and impactful statements. Legato Portamento - A legato patch in which all the intervals are performed in a 'portamento' style with an intentional slide between notes. Legato Slurred - A legato patch with slurred intervals performed with a 'moderate tempo' feel for sweeping melody lines. Legato Allegro - A legato patch with slurred intervals performed with a sprightly 'uptempo' feel, ideal for quicker or arpeggiated ostinato material. Long Techniques: Long (Extended) - A polyphonic sustained longs patch - this extended Pro version features additional soft and marcato styles for note entries triggered by key velocity. Long - A polyphonic sustained longs patch for pads and chordal writing. Flautando - A sustained note performed with a fast bow speed playing close to the fingerboard (sul tasto) creating a delicate and airy flute-like sound. Tremolo - A technique performed with rapid continuous bowing, creating delicate flurrying textures at lower dynamics with increasing intensity at louder volumes. Harmonics - Sustained notes produced from the overtones of the string (artificial harmonics) sounding higher than the fundamental to create glassy, suspenseful textures. Trills (Major & Minor 2nds & 3rds) - Rapid alternating between two notes. Tremolo (Measured - 150 & 180 BPM) - Tremolo performed with a specified number of repeated notes which may be sync'd to the host DAW's tempo. Short Techniques: Spiccatissimo - An extremely short note length performed by quickly bouncing the bow on the string - an agile technique for very fast, articulate material. Spiccato - A very short and crisp note length performed by bouncing the bow on the string creating a sprightly 'all-purpose' short articulation. Staccato - A short note length performed with the bow starting on the string, sounding clearly detached with a slight accent. Marcato - A technique performed with a strong accented front to the note - presented as a longer note length than 'staccato' with the option of Timed Release triggers. Pizzicato - A short note produced by plucking the strings with the fingers. 'Bartok pizzicato is recorded at the very highest dynamic. Col Legno - A technique performed by tapping the string with the back of the bow or a pencil, producing a light and woody sound. Signals: Mix 1 - A full-sounding room mix by Simon Rhodes, formed from Tree 1, Overheads, Outriggers 1, and a curated blend of spots. Mix 2 - A tighter mix by Simon Rhodes, formed from Tree 2, Mids and Outriggers 2 with a curated blend of spots. Close - Small diaphragm condenser mics placed on each desk and summed capturing a detailed and articulate close image. Close Ribbons - A combination of ribbon mics placed on each desk capturing a warm and rounded close image. Pop Main - A cardioid stereo valve mic placed above the section and panned centrally for a flexible image not restricted to the orchestral layout. Pop Room - Omnidirectional condenser mics placed either side of the section to add additional roominess and space to the Pop Main signal. Tree 1 - A decca tree formed of Abbey Road's finest trio of classic valve omnidirectional microphones creating a lush and full sound. Tree 2 - A tighter, closer decca tree formed from mics with a more directional pattern, suited to faster, more detailed material. Outriggers 1 - Used in conjunction with either tree to obtain a wider image. This pair utilises omnidirectional mics to reproduce the full width of Studio One. Outriggers 2 - Used together with either tree to obtain a wider image. This pair uses mics with a more directional pattern, pulling the edges of the room inwards. Mids - A pair of valve REDD mics placed between the conductor and the source which adds extra focus to the sound when combined with the Tree and Outriggers. Ambients - A pristine pair of small diaphragm omnidirectional microphones to the rear of the room for a natural ambience. Vintage 1 - A pair of original 1940s RM1B ribbon microphones placed in front of the conductor to create a vintage scoring stage sound. Vintage 2 - A pair of classic 44BX ribbon microphones placed by the conductor for an alternative vintage scoring stage sound. Leader - A single microphone placed on the section leader, used to add additional focus above the full section if required. Spill - A summation of spot mics placed around the other sections. These capture the natural 'spill' from the source across the orchestra for added realism. https://youtu.be/YkrLRM30gr4 Read More

One Night Live Tour: A new model for Emerging MusiciansThe just announced One Night Live tour offers a new collaborative touring model for emerging artists.
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