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Another world first for E&MM: Jim Grant takes us through the creation of a sound without using the CMI's sampling facility.

Francinstien Stereo Enhancement System

All profits from Tony Horkins' features go to Live Aid

An explanation of terms.

With 32 inputs available in remix mode, MTR reckon their 16-8-2 mixer has got what it takes to woo customers away from the ever-popular Seck 1882. But is its in-line design as easy to use? Gareth Stuart reports.

MTR 6:4:2

A budget 6:4:2 mixer that is neither short on features nor costs the earth.

Recording Tips

At last, Hybrid Technology unveil a music keyboard specifically designed for their Music 5000 computer-based synthesiser. Noel Williams caresses and assesses.

What's to know? You just wipe the rust off the strings, plug it into the desk and bob's your uncle. Don't you? Er... not quite.

Geoff Dugmore

Geoff Dugmore discusses drums

portastudios - get side tracked with a four-track

One of the nerve centres of any studio is its mixing desk - but how do you choose a mixer which is both affordable and expandable? Tim Goodyer discovers a desk which is built to last and to grow - and cost very little.

The concluding episode, and Paul White explains how the processing secrets already revealed can be applied to make a complete mix. No more staring at the faders in despair...

Jim Betteridge meets Steven Hague: neither is vague

In the first of a two-part series, Chris Meyer looks into the workings of additive synthesis and how it can be used to accurately mimic naturally-occurring sounds.

Programmable Automation Computer

New writer Roger Jackson reveals how this mid-priced programmable automation computer can be used to automate mixes on any manufacturer's mixing desk.

Richard Elen's fact-extraction mission with engineer Phill Brown reaches its conclusion.

Simply Red: Two Shows In One

Live Music for the Hi-Tech Musician

8-Track Automation System

When you run out of fingers and you find yourself pushing faders up and down with your nose during a mix, then it's time to get a helping hand. Master craftsman David Mellor takes on a new apprentice, the J.L Cooper MixMate.