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Neural UpMix by DTS Review

	
Sep 22, 2010, 
	By Brandon Hickey

	
	

	
	
Neural UpMix by DTS is a software version of Neural’s intelligent upmixing hardware processor. It can be used as a real-time plug-in with surround-ready software like Pro Tools HD, Pro Tools LE with Avid’s Complete Production Toolkit or Nuendo, but it can also function as an Audio Suite plug-in in Pro Tools. Rather than serve as a matrix decoder...

	





	
Solid State Logic X-Patch Review 

	
Sep 22, 2010, 
	By Barry Rudolph

	
	

	
	
X-Patch is an analog line-level signal-routing matrix that uses SSL’s SuperAnalogue™ technology and a JFET switching array borrowed from the company’s Matrix console. SSL’s Logictivity™ X-Patch Remote Studio Browser, an included Java-based application, communicates to X-Patch over Ethernet for setup, configuration and preset selection....

	





	
Analoguetube AT-101 Stereo Limiter Review 

	
Sep 22, 2010, 
	By Barry Rudolph

	
	

	
	
The Fairchild 670 (and mono 660 version) were originally designed by Russian émigré Rein Narma for Les Paul in the 1950s for limiting audio program going to disc-cutting amplifiers. It’s considered by many to be the ultimate in audio limiters....

	





	
Coleman Audio SR7.1 8-Channel Level Control Review  

	
Aug 18, 2010, 
	By George Petersen
	
	

	
	
Whether mixing in stereo or surround, finding a DAW with a high-quality monitor control, channel mutes, speaker mutes and instant fold-down checking to stereo or mono is a tough call, especially for 7.1 production. Fortunately, the SR7.1 from Coleman Audio is a single solution that does all that and handles it well. 
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FXpansion BFD Eco Virtual Drum Instrument Review 

	
Aug 18, 2010, 
	By George Petersen
	
	

	
	
Over the years, FXpansion has built up a huge fan base for its BFD virtual acoustic drum module, available libraries and expansion packs in every style. Now the company reaches out to a wider audience with BFD Eco...

	





	
Primacoustic Kickstand Acoustically Isolated Mic Stand Review  

	
Aug 18, 2010, 
	By Kevin Becka
	
	

	
	
Kickstand takes the concept behind Primacoustic’s Recoil Stabilizer speaker platforms and applies it to a mic stand. While the name hints that it is targeted for recording kick drum, it works for any instrument-recording applications near the floor. 
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Shure Super 55 Review Live Vocal Microphone 

	
Aug 18, 2010, 
	By George Petersen
	
	

	
	
After more than 70 years in production, Shure’s (shure.com) Unidyne 55 Series is surely the longest-running product in audio history. The story begins in 1937 with Shure engineer Benjamin Bauer looking for a single-capsule approach to create a unidirectional microphone. 
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2CAudio Aether 1.5 (Mac/Win) Review

	
Aug 18, 2010, 
	By Michael Cooper
	
	

	
	
I’ve been a big fan of 2CAudio’s Aether algorithmic reverb since its introduction last year. Version 1.5 boasts improved sound quality and terrific new features, and is a free update for owners of previous versions...

	






            
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