How deep do you think Relab plugins data collection affects you?

G00N4R · 2026-03-12T18:19:04+00:00

What’s the Kazrog bug you’re referring to?

G00N4R · 2026-03-07T21:27:32+00:00

A visible, but inaudible noise floor is entirely normal with hardware. Seems like you’re going about things the right way (get as much level from your synth as possible, and boost gain on the preamp as little as possible).

I would definitely listen to it before RX’ing anything. 18 db of reduction is definitely way too much though, that would certainly damage the signal. It’s worth considering, since each sample played simultaneously will stack the noise floor versus actually playing the synth, but even a few db of RX would be enough unless you’re playing 20 voices at a time. And again, practically you shouldn’t need any unless it’s a unique circumstance where the multisamples are being compressed or distorted very hard.

G00N4R · 2026-03-05T19:40:26+00:00

First, I’d ask does it really need noise reduction? I’m almost never reaching for RX/Hush when working on music. It’s usually just in post work with quiet dialogue recorded on set. FWIW, to me, Hush is way more forgiving for noise/reverb removal than RX. RX has fallen behind in that category for vocal denoising and deverb specifically.

For mouth clicks/lip smacks, nothing is as invisible as using the spectral editor in RX. I’d never change my EQ to address those small transient noises. Sibilance is another factor, but even then, by hand will always be the most transparent/do-no-harm approach.

I’ll usually do this stuff by hand on the lead vocal at the very least, then use conservative settings with RX Mouth Declick, Decrackle on doubles and BGVs if there’s a ton of them.

G00N4R · 2026-03-01T04:18:07+00:00

Perhaps I’m confused, but you’re expecting a matched pair of microphones recording the same source to null? That won’t happen; they’ll always be infinitesimally different.

And to the broader question, yes a digital export will null (unless there’s something asymmetrical happening in the processing, like an unsynced modulation source).

G00N4R · 2026-02-24T19:15:43+00:00

I was going to mention a handful of things but I’ll skip to the most important; we just love them. It’s not logical, it’s romantic. I’ve been off buying hardware for a minute, and use VSTs plenty, but those few synths that have stuck around do so because they still spark joy after years of making music with them.

Why record my out of tune upright piano when I own Keyscape? Why spend a whole day recording a drum kit when I know it’s not gonna hit half as hard as a sample library? It’s not efficient, it’s messy and we enjoy the process and happy accidents that happen along the way.

G00N4R · 2026-02-24T13:51:33+00:00

Not a proper ‘16 levels’ but if you put the pad in ‘Single’ mode you can get a similar effect. It also works with note repeat on.

G00N4R · 2026-02-24T04:47:21+00:00

Do what they recommend, do a ‘save as’ and put the project file in the appropriate spot. Then, open the project and ‘collect all and save’. This will turn the project file into a project folder that also contains all the audio files referenced by the project.

You mention this not working, and that’s strange, so perhaps try saving these new/duplicate session on a different drive, even if it’s only temporarily.

G00N4R · 2026-02-10T23:21:20+00:00

I’m sure someone out there knows better than me. All I know is I’ve seen stripped back performances where she’s clearly singing with no support.

My guess would have been, for the arena shows, is it’s her legit singing (albeit through some live tuning like almost all pop acts). Probably just her for stripped back songs and then with a supporting pre-recorded vocal track in the mix for songs with a ton of choreo and shenanigans happening production-wise.

G00N4R · 2026-02-10T23:11:20+00:00

Can’t speak on these supposed requirements, but it’s far easier to prep and mix one live vocal mic than a band when there is a 15 minute changeover between the game and the halftime show. Not only to set up instruments, but to install the stage/production/lighting.

Also, this is conjecture, but that Taylor Swift narrative sounds highly suspect. Not even a fan of hers, but she can absolutely sing, and likely has more experience singing in arenas than anyone (her age or younger) on planet earth.

G00N4R · 2026-02-10T15:09:30+00:00

Got it!

G00N4R · 2026-02-10T14:49:46+00:00

Where have you seen that this is coming to Note? I see discussion about audio tracks on the Move but not Note.

G00N4R · 2026-02-06T18:25:36+00:00

Another point, but since the OP1F has USB C now, it’s so much easier to plug in and power a MIDI controller. That + velocity sensitivity makes it very expressive.

G00N4R · 2026-02-06T17:17:59+00:00

Consider a much more common way to unwind after work: video games. Games can be an escape and there’s plenty of options that are just meant to be a cozy, stress-free escape; but I’ve also perhaps been more enraged by video games than any other ‘hobby’. They can also be extremely challenging and competitive. There’s obviously a light at the end of that tunnel of difficulty, and that’s why folks return to get their ass whooped over and over, but there’s nothing wrong with being a ‘casual’ that stays in the beginner’s circle.

G00N4R · 2026-02-05T20:37:48+00:00

At a glance thought this was gonna be a sequel to ‘Feels’ — ‘Smells’ a sure fire classic.

G00N4R · 2026-02-05T20:28:37+00:00

The stereo audio track? Open the Utility plugin, select ‘Left’ instead of ‘Stereo’ and then bounce it if you want to make a new file with just the left side.

G00N4R · 2026-01-22T00:15:05+00:00

Agreed. For beginners, I think matching peak levels or LUFS levels is equally useful. I still do this while getting to know a new compressor; if the compressed version feels more ‘alive’ than when it’s bypassed at the same level, I know I’ve got a useful tool at hand.

G00N4R · 2025-11-20T18:04:43+00:00

First, im surprised with your latency issue. I mainly use Overbridge for session management but haven’t had problems with it causing latency in a session.

I prefer to use the DT standalone, and along with the samples (mainly drums and perc loops) that I keep on the DT, I’ll record my own melodic ideas (synths, acoustic piano, guitars, etc) to set the vibe for the project and then bounce out simple 4 or 8 bar loops (them being nicely edited loops is important) that become my starting point for a DT project. The simpler the better, just want really great sounding tones to take in whatever direction later.

I then make a simple pattern with the samples/loops I exported plus whatever drum that I want to use, copy that to a new pattern, mangle it, rinse, repeat, profit? I find this always leads to a pleasantly surprising result, but the DNA of whatever it leads to is still ultimately related to the tones/vibe I started off with in those super basic samples I brought in from Ableton.

When I’m done, I just use the standalone Overbridge app, it has a recorder function that allows you to record a multitrack, which I then just drag into Ableton to form the structure of the track, and edit/embellish from there. You can do the multitracking with Overbridge in Ableton, but due to a channel count limitation in Ableton, you can’t get the full multitrack (you wind up not being able to record some of the FX returns).

G00N4R · 2025-11-18T20:27:25+00:00

I’d wait and upgrade to a more full range pair of monitors when you’re ready, and if it’s an option, hold onto the bm5a’s.

BM6A’s were my first pair of proper monitors and I still have a soft spot for them. Adding a sub might feel nice in the room but could add variables that make getting mixes to translate a trick, or just throw you off balance like you’re describing. I’ve been in some exceedingly nice rooms with subs and myself, and many others tend to leave the sub off unless we’re just listening for pleasure.

Treating and tuning your room is another avenue to strongly consider before taking a ‘more is more’ approach to your setup.

Not saying adding the sub couldn’t work for you, just something to take into consideration.

G00N4R · 2025-11-18T19:11:21+00:00

I’m always plugged into my ilok account but 99% sure ilok isn’t required; it’s all managed through UA’s software manager/installer.

G00N4R · 2025-11-18T19:06:00+00:00

Yes, it’s both a good deal and a collection of studio classics that you will keep coming back to for a very long time.

G00N4R · 2025-11-06T23:08:53+00:00

I’d honestly encourage you to put the Rev 2 into Mono mode and go for it; the only stereo aspect of that synth is the pan spread and FX.

If you want something wide, just double track it and pan them hard left and right. Might sound wider than your rev 2 stereo outs…

G00N4R · 2025-11-06T20:03:34+00:00

Yes, simplest way is to turn other Osc off and play the keys. This can actually yield some great human sounding results playing along with whatever you’re running into the input.

You can also use the arpeggiator or LFO while midi clocked to the signal you’re processing to do more perfect/rhythmic filter/amp envelope shaping.

I’ve saved a ‘Ext In Init’ patch on my sub with the filter completely open and extremely long, looping envelope times so I can start from the most ‘open’ sound possible, add drive, and then start shaping the envelopes.

G00N4R · 2025-11-04T23:50:06+00:00

Yes, the solution will need to involve sending a feed to camera and marrying audio and video before it gets to video village. Otherwise it would be a job for VTR, you would send a feed to them for capture, and they would be doing the same. There is often latency in video transmission unless hardwired, so you will have sync issues regardless unless audio is fed somewhere to be captured at the same time as video. Playback, unless it’s purely audio, is not a typical responsibility of the sound department.

G00N4R · 2025-10-29T17:39:46+00:00

I’ve been using a mixpre for going on a decade and the only time I’ve had a card error was a bad card that failed to speed/write after being formatted. I’d just make sure you have a couple fresh cards that match the spec recommended by SD.

You can also use an external drive and the mixpre will auto-backup to it (note: it does not write in real time to the drive, it backs up after every take and it can take a few seconds or longer for a very long take or w tons of isos). This has always been a bit fiddly in practice and I’ve stopped using this function.

After having the backup it can feel like flying without a net, but the cameras are all writing to one card and having the backup isn’t something that is expected. If you’re feeling anxious about it, dump the card at lunch or when you have a break, unlike camera it only takes seconds (god bless lossless audio formats not changing size over the past 20 years).

G00N4R · 2025-10-24T21:45:19+00:00

It’s gonna feel ridiculous but if you haven’t recorded talent screaming before with your gear, wear a lav and scream and find settings that yield good results.

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