Insulation Material Help

November 7, 2019, 7:44 am

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Hi all,

I have a question regarding the right insulation material available in my country (Netherlands).
If you can find the time I would be very thankful for some advice!

I would like to buy the material at Hornbach, in which case I have three options.

1) ROCKWOOL RockSono Solid (45kg/m3) 100mm thick. 15 kPa.s/m2

2) ROCKWOOL RockSono Base (35kg/m3) 50mm thick. 10 kPa.s/m2

3) ISOVER Sonepanel (not specified, calculated from description 14.5 kg/m3) 45mm or 60 mm thick. 8 kPa.s/m2

The first option has the right density, but is very thick. This means I would most likely stack two panels to get 200mm. I’m worried that at this thickness the absorption starts to suffer, which I’m judging based on modelling using the porous absorber calculator.

The second option is thinner, and I could stack I to 135mm or 180mm. It is less dense though.

Option three is much less dense. Still ISOVER claims to have very good absorption values (better than the ROCKWOOL examples). This does not fit together with the result of the absorber calculator. Is this a valid option? How can I understand this?

The absorption values are attached in the images below.

Thank you so much!

ROCKWOOL RockSono Solid


ROCKWOOL RockSono Base


ISOVER Sonepanel

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Venue installed SPL meter/display, options?

November 7, 2019, 7:50 am

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I'm working with a new venue, designing a sound system and advising them on acoustics.

One thing I'd like to add is an SPL meter that I can use to place a mic somewhere mid-room but have the display at the FOH position.

Does something like this exist? Ideally, this would be either just a rack mount LED meter or tablet sized RTA style display. Thinking I could either use a measurement mic hung from the ceiling or a PZM on a wall half way down the room.

Behringer Bugs on new releases.

November 7, 2019, 7:57 am

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I am no Behringer hater.
I am very happy they are releasing new old synths and their own designs.
But it seems all their recent releases have major bugs on release.

Are the buyers the real beta testers?
Why aren't the issues addressed when sent out to people to test them? Are they sending them to the wrong people?

I saw the RD-8 has a trigger issue. If that was non fixable in a firmware release, I would pass on it for the 909 release or 999 - both of which I am interested in.

I am now hesitant to purchase anything until bugs are addressed.

Apart from that (and that products don't drop worldwide at around the same time) I like them and Uli for posting here for us.

Home Studio disposition with small room (w/ planimetry)

November 7, 2019, 8:03 am

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Hi everyone! New one here. (also excuse me for my english 'cause I'm a spaghetti eater): So, I'm an Audio Engineering student, and it's time for me to turn my room into a """decent"""" home studio; I have bought some decent stuff for now, at least for me (Focal Alpha 65, Grado SR60, SPL Crimson, various **** to produce with), but I need to assemble my work area, and I really have no clue, so I decided to use one of the few skills that my high school diploma as surveyor left me to drew my room and ask clues to you guys:

- 1st Pic, how it is now

- 2nd Pic, how I would change it

So, I was thinking about removing my closet and putting the desk with monitors and pc where the closet was (like in the 2nd picture), so I would have the long side of my room parallel to me, and more space behind. My Basses and Bass amp would go where my desk was. Is this a good idea? Is there a better disposition for my room?
Also, I need to buy acoustic panels, but like I said above, I don't know where to start: which ones, how many, where to put them etc.. I have read some things online but they were all a bit too generic, so I don't know.. Can you help me? (or just appreciate the planimetry of my room, I can accept that too)

Thanks!

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Does a tape echo exist with balanced connections?

November 7, 2019, 8:25 am

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Does a tape echo exist with balanced connections? Thanks for any input.

Side question: Does a stereo tape echo exist?

Side side question: Does a stereo tape echo with balanced connections exist?

DIY Plug for Eliminating Unplugged-Cable-Buzz

November 7, 2019, 8:31 am

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Hi All,

For reasons I won't go into, I need to allow instrument cables to be left plugged into guitar amplifiers without causing hum.

I realize silent cable plugs can address this, but they are not compatible with the TRS jacks on active instruments.

My concept is a simple end-of-line device. A female plug with no wiring attached, only the silencing circuitry built in.

My question: What is the most 'silent' circuit for this? It is a simple shunt from hot to ground? Will that cause a spike in current and a 'THUMP' when the plug is detached, due to sudden grounding of built up capacitance? Would it be better to solder in a 10k resistor to approximate the load of a guitar pickup and allow any 'open pin' voltage to drain slowly to ground? Is there any additional circuitry or TRS-style trickery that might help keep the apparatus silent whilst plugging and unplugging? And most critically... any 'Gotchas' to avoid damaging my amplifiers?

Finally, I'll address the 'WHY' so I don't get a ton of 'dude, you don't need that' responses.

My band uses headset mics and in-ear-monitors. We can't afford wireless units, so we have built our own 'multi-cables,' which carry all our 'wearable' signals within personal flexi-pet covered assemblies, which attach to our belt loops with a mini-carabiners. The 3.5mm in-ear-monitor jack is therefore always at our belt loop, and the XLR mic input is on a belt clip right next to it. Instrument leads emerge from the assemblies and terminate with 1/4" plugs so we can plug in our instruments. (Check out Rockon audio's website. They make similar cables, but without mic inputs.)

However, I often put down my bass and play keys (leaving the bass instrument cable lead shoved into my jeans pocket, where it will hum if not muted. What's more, I occasionally play Chapman Stick. This requires a stereo signal. This means that there is usually at least one unplugged lead in my pocket. What's more, the guitar player often switches to bass when I play keyboards. This requires a second signal path for him as well, as the bass signal needs to bypass his guitar pedal board and connect to a separate line input.

Yes, we could buy individual mute pedals and try to keep them all muted when not in use. (Never happens 100%.) We aren't looking to spend more. Just trying to solve something at minimal cost.

SHM What is the theory or the actual explantion of thier sound

November 7, 2019, 8:35 am

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General question about the swedish guys

Im trying to understand how thier tracks so heavy and are still anthems in the scene after so many years

Is thier melodies that strong or is it the dark atmoshoere they give
Or maybe the Tracks are just basic and its all in my mind

But really how are the tracks so so full and epic

Melody and chords
The bass the pads?
Or like the sounds they pick are just Top quality tons of layers and drums layering

And is it alot mixing wise that make it
Because i try so hard on my tracks 50 channels in the first 4 hours and it still doesnt sound that next lvl
I there with my tracks but cant figure the extra stuff im missing
The one that makes the track be like dammmmmmmn thats fire

Ensoniq MR rack - worth it?

November 7, 2019, 8:48 am

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Can this be a good HW alternative to Korg Wavestation (because there's a VST that does the job well enough) and Roland D50 (because, again, there's a quite good VST by Roland) as a late 80s/early 90s ambient/new age digital synth addition to my otherwise all analog hardware setup?

And is 200 euros a good price for it?

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Mythbusters

November 7, 2019, 8:49 am

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hello i am new here thank you for sharing your knowledge and allowing me here. i dont know if something like this was posted i hope its not too lowbrow but im curious to know the answers and im sure others have similar myths about gear...

ns-10s some say they are great some say they are garbage are they only wanted cause your favorite producer has a pair? is it the woofer? midrange???

RAMZA DA7 a japanese mixer designed for TV I always heard there was neve pre amps inside of them. those boards were 10,000$ when they were new.

8bit 12bit 16bit and analog emulations vs the real thing how true are they? or are they their own unique tools.

SSL Alpha-Link SX versus DAD AX-32 AD Line Ins

November 7, 2019, 8:50 am

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Hey all,

I need another informed opinion before I go out on a spending spree:

I currently have an SSL Alpha-Link SX. I also have the DAD AX-32. How much better AD conversion does the DAD AX-32 Line Ins really provide? How quantifiable is it?


The dilemma is to either keep the SSL Alpha-Link SX (which actually offers 24 channels of AD conversion) and AES Out into the DAD AX-32 or put my eggs on one basket and get two Line In AD cards for the AX-32 (for 16 ins) but flog the SSL unit.

The main use is to feed a Marantz 7703 into the AX-32 for Dolby Atmos playback.

Variacs vs DMX / Studio Build

November 7, 2019, 9:01 am

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Hey!

What is the difference between Variacs and DMX Controllers?

I'm looking at lighting for the studio, and the Various I see in most commercial are pretty expensive and would need an electrician wiring.

Then I see DMX controllers like this?

https://www.amazon.com/Controller-Co.../dp/B07GXNC681

Jungle / Drum bass / Dub high bass sound

November 7, 2019, 9:05 am

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Any idea which synth was used to create this high bass sound? Also how i could i re-create this with a vst? I have heard this sound alot in 90s jungle. Peace

https://s.reggaefever.ch/samples/06/78/07-B.mp3

NoiseAsh updates Vocal Finalizer to v1.2.7

November 7, 2019, 9:23 am

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Dear friends & gear addicts,


We've updated "Vocal Finalizer" to version 1.2.7.


New:
EQP1A and 31102 Classic Analog EQ Models with Vocal specific 3 frequency sections
DeEsser Unit (Vocal Specific Dynamic EQ)
Customizable Delay parameters
Customizable Algo Reverb module
High Pass & Low Pass Filters
Mono to Stereo support
VST3 version
Noise Gate Reduction Meter
Bypass functionality for each module
Resizable GUI with Vectoral GUI elements
New Presets


Enhancements:
GUI workflow enhancements
Real-Time CPU performance efficiency


Fixes:
Multiple bugs
Initial Preset Loading on Plugin Start-up


Quick Guide - How to Update


Demo Version: You can download the demo version from here: https://www.noiseash.com/downloads/
For More information: https://www.noiseash.com/vocal-finalizer/

Cheers rockout

a high energy rock instrumental - "Michael's House (a slight return)"

November 7, 2019, 9:23 am

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https://soundcloud.com/bats-brew/10-...-slight-return


this is one of two instrumentals off my new full length album out next week.

The album is called "The Wild Animals".

this is one of two instrumentals, along with 8 songs.
i'll post a link when it's ready to roll.
meanwhile.....

Samplitude

November 7, 2019, 9:51 am

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The peak meter in samplitude has stopped displaying the digits at the far end of the meter. The meter still shows the output, but no numbers. Anyone who can help?

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PreSonus announces Eris HD10BT Headphones

November 7, 2019, 9:55 am

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PreSonus Eris HD10BT Headphones Deliver Studio Quality with Bluetooth Connectivity

Baton Rouge, Louisiana—September 2019… PreSonus®’ new Eris® HD10BT wireless noise-cancellation headphones provide studio-quality audio performance with the mobility and freedom of Bluetooth® connectivity. The Eris HD10BT’s 1.57-inch (40 mm) drivers deliver the superior clarity, accurate response from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, and extended bass you expect from professional studio headphones.

Active Noise Canceling (ANC) reduces ambient sounds by up to 18 dB and can be activated with or without Bluetooth. The headphones’ over-ear design and thick ear cushions ensure optimal sound isolation, so whether you’re walking down a busy street or sitting in the middle seat on an airplane, you can listen to music, podcasts, and more in comfort and privacy, while enjoying superb sonic fidelity.

Designed to be used wired or wirelessly, Eris HD10BT headphones provide touch controls to quickly pair a Bluetooth device, wirelessly start and stop audio, adjust the volume, and navigate to your favorite track. A built-in microphone and basic call function let you answer the phone without missing a beat.

With up to 16 hours of battery life, the Eris HD10BT headphones will let you listen comfortably all day long. The included hardshell case holds your Eris HD10BT headphones with the included cable and adapter and can fit in a carry-on, purse, or backpack so you can take studio sound with you wherever you go.

PreSonus Eris HD10BT headphones are available now at a U.S. street price of $129.95. For more information visit www.presonus.com/products/Eris-HD10BT.

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Arturia update premier V Collection bundle to version 7.1

November 7, 2019, 10:03 am

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Arturia update premier V Collection bundle to version 7.1

V Collection 7.1 is a free update for all V Collection 7 owners.

On top of the usual compatibility upgrades and minor tweaks to performance, the latest update adds some seriously useful, powerful, and creatively inspiring features for users to enjoy.

WHAT DOES THE UPDATE CONTAIN?

In-App Tutorials
Many of the core instruments of V Collection 7 now feature in-app tutorials that guide you through the key features of the instrument. Learn about synthesis from within the synth itself, gain confidence as you design sounds, and discover the true power of the additional features each title brings.

Undo / Redo Function
Mistakes happen, but thanks to the new undo/redo functionality, they no longer stand in your way. Not happy with your changes? Want to compare your new patch to the original? Flick back and forth with ease, and explore sound without fear of losing anything.

Full NKS Compatibility
Good news for Native Instrument Kontrol owners, now V Collection 7 is fully NKS compliant, letting you instantly map controls and organize sounds on your controller.

Easy Installation
The new Arturia Software Center now lets you create an account, register your products, download them, and activate in one streamlined utility.

All standalone instruments are also now compliant with the latest macOS Cataline update.

To help users get up to speed on the new changes, Arturia have launched a dedicated 7.1 update page that details the new features and functions, and have also released a handy video guide.

For more information: https://www.arturia.com/vcollection-update-71

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Polymoog app for ipad.

November 7, 2019, 10:45 am

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Is there a Polymoog app for ipad , If so which is best ? thanks.

Atari question: RS232 port?

November 7, 2019, 11:11 am

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(looks like the last time i asked about this, it got sent to 'music computers' with 0 replies)

i have this 'Advanced Gravis' MIDI Adaptor box... it has a Games port cable - connects to PC games port/joystick port, and a box with MIDI in/out/thru, and 2 joystick ports. weird funky junk i came across, never used - but then i thought: is Joystick/Games port a type of RS-232? could it in any -simple- way be made to work with an Atari? - i read once about one of the rear ports being adaptable as an extra midi port (not sure which one, didn't get it to work). maybe it's just a matter of wiring a different connector to the joystick cable.
? (idle trivia question, do i keep it and mod it, what can i do with it, etc.)

Touchmix 16 Volume

November 7, 2019, 11:11 am

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I've had the Touchmix 16 for appx 3 weeks now and can't figure out if there a way to give me more volume. Whenever I gain stage, the gain knob is almost at full, for whatever mic i plug in. Instruments, like my GR55 are pretty loud, but none of the mics are. I pretty much get the mic gain level to 4 0'clock for the meter to hit zero, the mains fader is up to zero as well and I move the mic's channel faders up to zero and it's still not very loud. I would think it would be too loud that I'd have to turn it down. I have two K10's that I have set to what the Touchmix suggested, which is setting the speakers' volume knobs to about 2 o'clock (or three clicks past zero). It's still not very loud.

At practice, we're not loud, but I still have to move the mains fader past zero.

I'm sure this has been discussed before, but I couldn't find anything without having to go through hundreds of conversations.

Thanks in advance for the help! Btw, I'm new here.