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RECORDING
Reviews
24 Earthworks SV33.

This new vocal mic adds unique design innovations to
the trusted "accurate forever" Earthworks sound.

REVIEW BY PAUL VNUK JR.

28 Manley Labs Reference Silver.

Manley's first new mic in over a quarter century is an
eye-opener, with a versatile sound and an unusual
approach to pattern control.

54 Reviewed & Revisited:
JHS Pedals Colour Box 500.

32 RME Babyface Pro.

World-class German engineering makes for a portable
desktop interface system that's expandable, reliable,
and sounds simply impeccable.

56 LEWITT LCT 540 SUBZERO.

Can a microphone actually be quieter than silence?
This cardioid condenser is distinguished by
electronics so quiet they're below human hearing.

REVIEW BY PAUL VNUK JR.

58 Reviewed & Revisited:
Steinberg WaveLab Pro 9.5.

Improved graphics, more reliable operation, and an
impressive array of new features combine to make
this wave editor's latest version a can't-miss upgrade.

REVIEW BY MIKE METLAY

REVIEW BY JUSTIN PERKINS

36 Maselec MEA-2 Mastering EQ.

A no-compromise EQ that brings gentle, musical tone
tweaking to the all-important mastering process. Also:
Paul Vnuk Jr. discusses the MEA-2 on the mix bus.

REVIEW BY JUSTIN PERKINS

40 Chandler Limited Abbey Road TG12345 MKIV
EQ and TG Opto Compressor.

The famed Abbey Road console EQ and an EMIinspired new take on optocompression, in a convenient
and affordable 500 Series module format.

Features
16 Recording Vocals: Right... From The Start.

This rackmount compressor is actually two (or three)
compressors in one, combined with the famed Mäag
high-treble EQ for extra sound sculpting.

66 Tweak Your Own!

REVIEW BY PAUL VNUK JR.

46 Reviewed & Revisited: Universal Audio
Ocean Way Microphone Collection.

This selection of mic models from the famed Ocean Way
locker marries the power of the UAD-2 effects engine
to the flexible Townsend Labs L22 Sphere modeling mic.

70 Studio 101. Part 2: Storing Audio-
From Analog To Digital.

In this month's installment, we examine how the
sounds we hear in the air are converted to electricity and
stored in our gear. As we prepare to record, knowing
how we'll save and work with our sounds is vital!

REVIEW BY MIKE METLAY

52 Once Over: Mics Beyond The Ordinary.
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BY DARWIN GROSSE

48 QSC TouchMix-30 Pro.

QSC's line of digital consoles for live venue support
and recording makes a very impressive leap into the
recording studio with this DAW-friendly mixer.

...audio computer, that is. We've already taught you
how to build a top-flight PC for the best Windows
audio experience; here's a followup on how to adjust
any PC's settings for improved audio performance.
BY AARON J. TRUMM

REVIEW BY PAUL VNUK JR.

A multiple Grammy-winning engineer explains how
to capture vocal performances that won't be reliant
on "fixes in the mix." Starting right makes it so much
easier to end up with a fantastic vocal, and these
tips will get you there in style.
BY MARC URSELLI

REVIEWS BY PAUL VNUK JR.

44 Mäag Audio MAGNUM-K Compressor.

From the stompbox pedalboard to the module rack,
this Neve-inspired console preamp offers a range
of creamy tonal flavors.
REVIEW BY PAUL VNUK JR.

REVIEW BY PAUL VNUK JR.

February 2018

Regulars
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Fade In.

Unusual sounds for vocals and more from two very
different mics: the Placid Audio Carbonphone RU-80
and Wasaphone MKII.

10 Talkback.

REVIEWS BY PAUL VNUK JR.

74 Readers' Tracks.

12 Fast Forward.
BY MARTY PETERS

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80 Fade Out.

Observations From The Vinyl Record Bin.

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