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Filtering the sound of the vuvuzela from the FIFA World Cup

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Love it or hate it, the sound of the vuvuzela is an intrinsic feature of the FIFA World Cup in South Africa. So what if you hate it? Read more...

Whoever invented this stupid terminology should be force fed with Brussels sprouts for a fortnight. Even the 'experts' can get it wrong.

Low-pass and high-pass filters often have a 'slope' control. What is the slope of a filter? How do you select the right slope?

Both EQ and filters alter the frequency response characteristics of a signal. But how are they different, and how should they be applied?

Ah, that mysterious Q control in your EQ. Does it actually do anything?

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The Chilli Gold Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 3
The Chilli Gold Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 3
Hear nine classic microphones on female vocal, recorded in studio master quality at Abbey Road Studio 3. The tests include TWO classic tube Neumann U47 and TWO classic tube AKG C12 mics, plus five other mics you NEED to know. PLUS video recordings of all of the tests. The Chilli Gold Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 3
Piano Recording Techniques
Piano Recording Techniques
Seven grand piano recording techniques and eighteen microphone positions clearly demonstrated in 'Studio Master Quality' audio, together with downloadable videos of the entire session, recorded in Abbey Road Studio 3. See and hear for yourself classic piano microphone techniques and positions - select the combination that YOU like best for your next piano recording project. Piano Recording Techniques
The Craig Neil Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
The Craig Neil Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
Ten great microphones tested in this audio and video Multimedia Set. Includes the AEA A440 active ribbon microphone, AEA R84 ribbon, STC (Coles) 4038 ribbon, RCA 44-BX vintage ribbon, Beyerdynamic M160 ribbon, Neumann U47 vintage tube, AKG C12 vintage tube, Bruel & Kjaer 4011 capacitor, Blue Baby Bottle capacitor, Violet Design Flamingo vacuum tube. The Craig Neil Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
The Guy Barzily Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
The Guy Barzily Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
Hear ten PRO microphones on male vocal, recorded in studio master quality at Abbey Road Studio 2. The tests include the ultra-classic RCA 44BX 'Elvis' ribbon mic, the equally classic AKG C12 vintage tube, plus eight other mics you NEED to know. PLUS video recordings of all of the tests in this Multimedia Set™. Mic list: AEA A440, AEA R84, AKG C12, Beyerdynamic M160, Blue Baby Bottle, Bruel & Kjaer (DPA) 4011, Neumann U47, RCA 44BX, STC (Coles) 4038, Violet Design Flamingo The Guy Barzily Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
How To Have Effective Rehearsals
How To Have Effective Rehearsals
If you want your band to be successful, you need to rehearse hard, and rehearse effectively. How To Have Effective Rehearsals shows you how to get the most out of every minute in the rehearsal studio. Follow these guidelines and in weeks your band will be 100 times as good as it is now. How To Have Effective Rehearsals
Microphone Polar Patterns and Stereo Configurations
Microphone Polar Patterns and Stereo Configurations
Microphone polar patterns and basic stereo configurations are fundamental to audio. Many people have read about them, but few have tested them for themselves. Here, you can hear and see all the basic patterns and stereo configurations recorded at Abbey Road Studio 2. Microphone Polar Patterns and Stereo Configurations
The Insider's Guide to Working in a Pro Recording Studio
The Insider's Guide to Working in a Pro Recording Studio
Have you ever wondered what it's like to work in a PRO recording studio? Now you can find out what it's like to start at the bottom, and work your way up to Recording Engineer and Producer. Don't you wish you could do that? The Insider's Guide to Working in a Pro Recording Studio
An Introduction to Live Sound Monitoring
An Introduction to Live Sound Monitoring
If you play in a band, or work in live sound, you need to understand stage monitoring. There's nothing that makes more difference to getting a good performance than getting the monitors right. It isn't easy, but this e-Learning Module shows you how! For your house of worship too. An Introduction to Live Sound Monitoring
The Anna Neale Microphone Preamplifier Test at Abbey Road Studio 3
The Anna Neale Microphone Preamplifier Test at Abbey Road Studio 3
Hear five amazing mic preamps on female vocal, recorded in studio master quality at Abbey Road Studio 3. The tests include the Avalon M5 (Wow!), Universal Audio vacuum tube Solo/610 and the $50 Behringer MIC100. Can you hear the difference? PLUS video recordings of all of the tests. The Anna Neale Microphone Preamplifier Test at Abbey Road Studio 3
Class D Power Amplification
Class D Power Amplification
"Class D Power Amplification" starts by explaining how conventional power amplifiers work, including Class A, Class B, Class AB and Class C. It goes on to show how and why Class D power amplifiers are smaller, lighter and more efficient than conventional types. It also goes on to explain Class G and Class H. Essential reading for the live sound engineer. Class D Power Amplification
An Introduction to Equalization
An Introduction to Equalization
"An Introduction to Equalization" shows you the science, technology and art of EQ. From filters through tone controls to full SSL-style console EQ, "An Introduction to Equalization" explains all of the foundation knowledge you need to know. Covers recording studio EQ techniques, and the important differences in live sound. If you don't know the material covered by "An Introduction to Equalization", then you simply don't know EQ. An Introduction to Equalization
The Steve Lyon Record Producer Interview Video
The Steve Lyon Record Producer Interview Video
Steve Lyon's productions have sold in their millions. He has more than twenty years' experience in recording and production. He learned from legendary producer Glyn Johns. Now, in this 60-minute video interview, Steve Lyon reveals his production secrets. The Steve Lyon Record Producer Interview Video
Line Array Loudspeaker Systems
Line Array Loudspeaker Systems
"Line Array Loudspeaker Systems" shows you how the most popular loudspeaker system for pro live sound works. You will learn why the line array is better than any other loudspeaker system for almost any type of venue; the technology and science of line arrays; how to work with line array loudspeaker systems for live sound in practice. Line Array Loudspeaker Systems
Music Technology School
Music Technology School
Music Technology equipment is complex and puzzling. But not if you understand foundation knowledge such as Additive Synthesis, Subtractive Synthesis, FM Synthesis, MIDI, Sampling and Sequencing. Music Technology School
Four Exotic Microphones on Acoustic Guitar
Four Exotic Microphones on Acoustic Guitar
Three tube mics, one ribbon mic compared on acoustic guitar. From the super-low-cost CAD M9 and Golden Age Project TC1 all the way up to the mega-expensive Telefunken ELA M12F. These tests show, in audio and video, exactly how these mics sound on a Martin OM-21 acoustic guitar in a variety of positions. Instantly downloadable. Four Exotic Microphones on Acoustic Guitar