EQ or Compress First?

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There are no hard and fast rules here, but it is still an interesting topic to be explored. Click here. For the full article.

Blue Cat Audio

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All Blue Cat Audio freeware audio plug-ins gathered together in a single package: this bundle contains a wide range of premium modulation effects, a single and dual-channel equalizer, a unique midi-controllable gain suite, as well as a professional spectrum analyzer. This is the ideal package to get started with your favorite Digital Audio Workstation. All […]

Softube

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Experience AAX for yourself—get Softube’s Saturation Knob plug-in free by completing the form, and add some analog warmth to your tracks (includes both 64-bit AAX DSP and Native versions for Pro Tools 11 and 32-bit AAX versions for Pro Tools 10). Download the free plugin here.

UVI Workstation

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UVI Workstation is a completely free multi-timbral instrument that provides unlimited parts, integrated effects, live performance features, and a smooth real-time workflow. With the newest version, we’ve added powerful new features that help make your music production experience more efficient and enjoyable. Download plugin here.

Metric Halo THUMP

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Metric Halo is also graciously giving away its new Thump plug-in, enabling you to enhance or transform your drum tracks. Add low end to percussive tracks, re-create classic drum synth sounds, and more. Just complete the form to get your free AAX plug-in for Pro Tools 10 and 11 now. To download the plugin go […]

Audio Design For Film & Documentary: Acoustic Perspective

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In this tutorial, Light Film School, breaks down the importance of acoustic perspective including how to change track volume to make sounds appear farther away, adding compression, and adjusting other elements in your editing program to create rich soundtracks for films and documentaries.