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Live control of rewired application parameter using MIDI controller in Ableton
I am running Reason rewired through Ableton Live. I would like to be able to control one of the parameters of a Subtractor Synthesiser within Reason whilst rewire is active. The actual parameter is a ...
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Does this sound wave of a voice-over track look normal?
I got some voice over files today from a new studio, and my co-worker was confused as to why the sound wave looks like this.
His concern is that the wave should be pretty even above and below the -∞ ...
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What is a good mic in the $200 range for miking an acoustic guitar (for use with Apogee duet portable studio)? [closed]
I am considering purchasing an Apogee Duet (iPad/Mac version), to do a simple guitar/vocal setup. I already have an SM58 for vocals, but I need a mic for the guitar (steel string acoustic).
I have an ...
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2answers
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What is the difference between QX1622USB and QX1222USB [closed]
I am looking to purchase a mixer and am keen to know the practical difference between these two mixers. The price is about the same.
What circumstances would you prefer the one over the other?
The ...
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How do I edit source material from DVDs in Final Cut Pro?
I'm currently undergoing a project where I have to edit some material only available from DVDs. Basically I need to export a clip or two from the DVDs, and edit them in FCP for use on the net. The ...
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Fl Studio replacement
I've worked in Fl Studio up until now. As a result of a lack of learning material I want to switch, but to Ableton, Cubase or Protools and why?
This arguments never seems to be firmly settled. People ...
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Automate turning on and off Twixtor effect in After Effects
While using Twixtor in After Effects, you can automate the speed of the clip by manipulating the "Speed %" under "Output Control". Now, since there's no good way to do time-remapping natively in After ...
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1answer
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How can I embed instruments into Propellerhead Reason 4?
I use a lot of external Refills for production. They're usually stored in external drives and I sometimes forget which drive it's stored in.
I was wondering if there's a way I can "embed" a refill ...
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Identify Sound Effect
What is the sound effect called from ~2:45-2:46 in the Nicki Minaj - High School video?
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Adjusting MIDI latency in Ableton Live
When I record MIDI tracks in Ableton Live, is there any way to adjust it so the MIDI notes I record are automatically shifted to their correct positions, correcting for the lag time on my MIDI ...
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How do I sync a Mac and Windows laptop running Ableton Live?
A friend of mine and I want to jam together on our laptops using Live. I've got a Mac, and he's got a PC running Windows 7. Using MIDI to sync the two laptops is very unreliable; even with Live 8, ...
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6answers
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Setting up ableton live as a live looper?
I have seen that it is possible to set up Ableton to work as a live looper
How is it done?
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3answers
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How to make a pad-synth feel like it occupies a large space without the use of a reverb effect?
After listening to a number of NI (Native Instruments) synth patches on their official website, it got me curious as to how they sculpt their sounds to feel so distant, but yet present and full (if ...
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3answers
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Using my Cpu efficiently when using Fruity Loops
I don't have a top notch computer; I only have what I've got, which is an acer laptop. With about only a 1.6ghz cpu. I don't have the money to upgrade, or to buy a desktop. I'm just wondering if there ...
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1answer
248 views
Focusrite scarlett 18i6- No output in fl studio
I am using Focusrite scarlett 18i6 with FL studio, I can see input and output meter in the mixer active, but I cannot hear any sound in my speaker, How do i map the output to speaker?
Beginner here, ...
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Normalising volume across thousands of files
For a project I'm working on, I need to produce approx 5000 voice-only recordings of approx 15 seconds each (typically each file is a couple of short sentences spoken aloud). I've approached this as ...
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How to set “Follow Action” in thirtytwos? (Ableton Live)
When trying to set "follow action" to next loop, there isn't an input field for thirtytwos.
(Time signature is 4/4, grid is 1/32)
Thanks!
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1answer
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How to extend wave in cooledit so it will be 5 sec long insted of 3
I have a small sound effect that plays for 3 seconds, and I need it to last for 5 seconds (I know this could modify the sound pitch, im ok with that).
Is there a way to do this on cooledit? I was ...
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1answer
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How do I add a crosshair guide to a FCPX angle editor viewer window?
I need to keyframe the Y position transform of a moving subject to keep her in the center of the frame and would like a set of crosshairs to help me do it. I've seen solutions which employ Motion ...
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1answer
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How can I compress my bassline like the linked Boris Brejcha track?
I'm trying to compress a bassline to sound smoothly with lowgain attack, but it is hard to accomplish this mission.
Does anyone know how to help me make my bassline sound like this:
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Easiest way to stitch GoPro videos that have been split due to length?
I am recording 15-minutes videos with my GoPro Hero 3 Black edition. The camera starts a new file every 10 minutes of recording by default. I do not think I can change this in a setting.
When I do ...
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How to “Insert silence” - in session view (Ableton Live)?
How can one "Insert silence" in session view - to the loop itself?
(Guess there must be an easier way than re-recording).
Thanks
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2answers
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Control Ableton Tempo from MaxMSP
My question is firstly- is midi cc information integer only. 0 - 127, but not 5.55
The reason I ask is that I'm trying to control the tempo in Ableton Live from MaxMSP Patch (not Max for Live).
I ...
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0answers
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FCP 6 crashes during log and capture, how to recover video file?
We are a live news broadcast at a high school in Minnesota, we broadcast in full 1080i HD to the high school, as well as local cable TV, and we record each show via Final Cut Pro 6's Log and Capture ...
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Region editing in arrange, audible clicking at start/end
I'm using Logic Pro 9 as a musician (mainly electric bass parts). However, this may be DAW-agnostic.
When editing, I often would like to move, repeat, and otherwise work on regions that are as ...
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1answer
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How to show track score as drum notation in Logic Pro?
If I opened a midi on Logic Pro 9 and had a drum track, how can I show the track's score in drums notation? I have trouble finding any documentations for it online and I can't seem to actually change ...
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2answers
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Unwanted quantize markers in logic pro
When flexing a region in Logic 9, you are probably familiar with the grey transient markers that logic creates. Also, if you choose to quantize the region logic creates white quantize markers. The ...
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1answer
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Ableton: How do I automatically make a Clip “on beat”?
I can record a Clip from my MIDI keyboard and hit Play to hear it looped. But it's difficult to hit the Record and Stop button at just the right time so that my Clip has a consistent, say, 4/4 rhythm ...
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1answer
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Removing [“Bounding box”] in Sony Vegas
I'm not exactly sure what it is called, which is why I can't find answers anywhere. It is the grey box that envelopes the text, I think it is called a "Bounding Box". It is not needed at all in ...
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1answer
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Nikon D5200 or D7000 for video [closed]
Which is better recording video?
I know the D5200 records at 6 frames more per second (30 vs 24) but, what about the autofocus in video or other aspects?
Thanks.
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What does it mean by 3D Compatible [closed]
I have this 3D-Projector http://goo.gl/bVrFV
Can someone tell me what does it mean by 3D Compatible it also came with 3D Glasses but I don't if it can play 3D Movies or not.
Thanks
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Is it possible to convert output of TV Channel (set top box 720p) to 1080p?
I have Toshiba 29PB200ZE (just purchased). Now the problem is it displays pixels with very blur effect. Reason is that the Cable operators in India (using Standard Channel Broadcasting) broadcasting ...
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First steps to improve a laptop recording
I have a song recorded off a laptop microphone. Obviously not the best equipment, but its just a few family members singing, not a commercial production. I'd like to contribute, and since my singing ...
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What can I use to record a band with?
I'm the audio engineer for a local band, and we want to record a little album. So we don't want to spend too much money on this..
So obviously, I can't afford a studio mixer. And so I've looked at ...
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Rechargeable batteries for wireless mics?
Has anyone had any positive experience using rechargeable batteries with wireless mics?
In particular 9V as they are quite expensive.
I’ve tried metal halide in the past with poor results, but I’m ...
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Component YPbPr to VGA with monitor that supports Sync-on-Green
I want to connect a YPbPr component video signal to a computer monitor using a simple component-to-VGA adapter, I know this isn't possible on most monitors as you would need a converter to convert ...
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Recommended Encoding for VHS to Digital to be Followed by Post Processing
I have VHS tapes that I want to digitize. I started this using something like Pinnacle's Dazzle. I notice that the only encoding options were for compressed video, which could lead to quality ...
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Side chaining noise gate
I'm trying to understand side chains and I think I have figured out a useful situation where to use it, ideally I'd like some one to confirm if this an appropriate use or at least, I've understood the ...
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Tascam DR-40 for Lecture and Speeches?
I'd like to get either the DR-40 or the DR-100mkii but one of the things I would need the unit for is recording lectures and speeches. Are either of these sufficient without external mics and preamps? ...
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create subtitles track by automatic timing of existing text
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00:00:01,000 --> 00:00:04,000
I am using Adobe Premiere to produce videos in English by gluing together multiple clips put together from lots of different footage or sources. I do have a text ...
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What causes the 130-133Hz hum in my KRK VXT6 monitors?
I bought a new pair of KRK VXT6 monitors last week and I think they sound amazing, but upon listening to some songs, I hear a weird noise specifically in the bass.
I decided to analyze the weird ...
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Which software gets the fastest rendering times? [closed]
I'm sure there are benchmarks out there, but I'm not sure where to find them. Circa 2006 I was holding on to Vegas 6 without letting go because I could see very noticeable differences in its rendering ...
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Best video performance with the Nikon 5100?
I have decided to run a "vlog" as of recently, so I decided to test out my Nikon D5100's capabilities. It is consistently refocusing, thus creating a very loud, irritating noise. When I set it to ...
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An open source sound editor, but not Audacity?
I am looking for open source/free software for casual sound editing.
I've tried audacity, I know it's capable tool but really I dont like the interface.
Tried snd, can't get it to work.
I am looking ...
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avconv screen recording to FLV, audio drifts out of sync
I've been using avconv to capture my screen and audio input and stream live to twitch.tv, but the audio is always about a second or two behind the video. This doesn't seem to be an issue on the remote ...
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How to render an After Effects composition without DRM protection
How can you render a .wmv video file in After Effects without DRM protection, there doesn't seem to be an option when rendering.
UPDATE
This composition im rendering is basically a small animation ...
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After Effects experience with virtual choir 3D environment
Is there anyone in the forum with After Effects experience related to the production of a virtual choir, such as that of Eric Whitacre (e.g., see video below)?
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Blur whole text and then “unblur” part of it
I have a text in after effects that I wish to first blur the whole thing and then animate it so that a part of the text is clear.
If I have the text Maecenas sed diam eget risus varius blandit sit ...
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recording to multiple locations
I am not 100% sure if this is on topic or not here but I think its the most relevant place to post this.
Are there any programs out there that record the screen but saves the output to multiple drive ...
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Determining streaming container format
I'm completely new to video/audio formats, containers, and protocols. However, I have to figure out how to decode a bitstream that contains audio and video. I do not know the transport protocol, ...
