We have upgraded to Pro Tools 8 and Snow Leopard 10.6 from PT 7 and Leopard 10.5. This is a quick rundown of how we approached the upgrade, and some things to watch out for.
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I am a Raving Fan of MailChimp
I didn’t think I had a need for a newsletter or a mailing list. But I love MailChimp so much that I found a need.
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Creating a Backup Routine
Regardless of the situation, you should be backing up. I’m going to outline our backup process, which can be applied to most situations.
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The End of the MP3?
The audio quality of MP3s is far inferior to the CD quality .wav files they are usually created from. But the format has become the de facto standard because of it’s smaller compressed file size and the creation of audio devices (iPod) and software (WinAmp, iTunes) that are designed specifically around the MP3.
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Audio Engineering School is a Waste of Time and Money
Most people don’t know what the hell they’re doing. Or what they’re talking about. I’m just speaking generally. But this affliction is particularly evident in the recording industry, where technology, artistry, and bullshit all come together.
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Running a Small Business – Free Tools
Running a studio is more than recording bands. It’s scheduling, project planning, invoicing, and everything else that goes into any other small business. All of these tools are completely free or free for the basic accounts.
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Should I Defrag my Mac?
Recently, the Mac Pro at our studio has been a bit temperamental. Pro Tools sessions can take 5-10 minutes to load. To defrag, or not to defrag?
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WordPress + Sweetcron + Sass on Slicehost
The new Wizkid Sound website is now live, and I wanted to give a brief overview of what’s powering it.
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I am a Raving Fan of MailChimp
I didn’t think I had a need for a newsletter or a mailing list. But I love MailChimp so much that I found a need.
Read More »Creating a Backup Routine
Regardless of the situation, you should be backing up. I’m going to outline our backup process, which can be applied to most situations.
Read More »The End of the MP3?
The audio quality of MP3s is far inferior to the CD quality .wav files they are usually created from. But the format has become the de facto standard because of it’s smaller compressed file size and the creation of audio devices (iPod) and software (WinAmp, iTunes) that are designed specifically around the MP3.
Read More »Audio Engineering School is a Waste of Time and Money
Most people don’t know what the hell they’re doing. Or what they’re talking about. I’m just speaking generally. But this affliction is particularly evident in the recording industry, where technology, artistry, and bullshit all come together.
Read More »Running a Small Business – Free Tools
Running a studio is more than recording bands. It’s scheduling, project planning, invoicing, and everything else that goes into any other small business. All of these tools are completely free or free for the basic accounts.
Read More »Should I Defrag my Mac?
Recently, the Mac Pro at our studio has been a bit temperamental. Pro Tools sessions can take 5-10 minutes to load. To defrag, or not to defrag?
Read More »WordPress + Sweetcron + Sass on Slicehost
The new Wizkid Sound website is now live, and I wanted to give a brief overview of what’s powering it.
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Alternatives to Piracy
All of my media consumption is legal, whether it be music, software, TV shows, movies, or video games. I believe that as a producer/engineer, a software developer, and a musician, my support of the industries that support me is imperative.
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