Maschine looks impressive, it reminds me of a MPC. However, this 21st drum module is truly powerful. It has effects, instrument patches and offcourse drum samples (over 5GB, includes 300!! kits). RRP $669 USD. Do check out the demos, it's interesting.
The beauty is that you can smack those pads for crafting the ultimate groove.
Will keep an eye on this one, we already have all the sounds we could possibly need in our recording studio. However, I wouldn't mind adding this drum machine at a later date - 300 kits with the ease of loading sounds ggrrreeeeat. Will sit patient and see what bugs need to be ironed out before deciding.
Well done NI.
Peace
Josef Horhay.
www.acoosticzoo.com
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
SAE project Questions.
Brisbane based, SAE are giving out assignments. This was an email I received from a student about record producer/manager. 15mins later.... read on for the answers.
1 – What does your role as a record producer involve?
listening to, experimenting with, and polishing recorded music.
2 – What part does your occupation play in the greater audio industry?
record & mix and produce music ready for mastering.
3 – What is your workload like (do you work full time, long hours etc)?
mostly 12hrs days, 5-6 days a week.
4 – What training or knowledge is required to work in the role of record producer?
People Skills, Positive mindset, Creative Personality, Highly Developed sense of hearing, A strong music background, the ability to meld technical duties with the creative side of music. Determination, Persistence. Being confident and humble at the same time.
5 – Are there any unions or industry organisations that are relevant to your position?
APRA, AMCOS
6 – Are there any opportunities for advancement with your position, and if so what are they?
In regards to Record Production, the Producer contributes to the end product. Record Production takes years to master and the road is long and difficult and not for everyone. It's extremely costly, and doesnt pay well initially (nothing even).
7 – Do you foresee any threats to the industry and in particular your job in the next three years?
The opportunity for success in the music industry has never been easy. In 3 years time, I predict that music will become better and cheaper to produce and purchase. This is just the beginning of a bigger and better evolution of the music industry. The next generation of record producers, mixers and audio engineers have greater excess to high end tools for record production at a fraction of the price. Nevertheless there's no substitute for time spent to gain the required skills and experience.
The threats? Stay current with trends and adapt. Be honest to yourself about your reasons for wanting to be in this industry.
8 – What sort of legal issues do you face in your position as a record producer?
Don't steal and copy/sample things that aren't yours. Be fair and honest and upfront with your intentions. Excersise common sense and you'll be right. You only face legal problems if you steal.
Peace.
Josef
1 – What does your role as a record producer involve?
listening to, experimenting with, and polishing recorded music.
2 – What part does your occupation play in the greater audio industry?
record & mix and produce music ready for mastering.
3 – What is your workload like (do you work full time, long hours etc)?
mostly 12hrs days, 5-6 days a week.
4 – What training or knowledge is required to work in the role of record producer?
People Skills, Positive mindset, Creative Personality, Highly Developed sense of hearing, A strong music background, the ability to meld technical duties with the creative side of music. Determination, Persistence. Being confident and humble at the same time.
5 – Are there any unions or industry organisations that are relevant to your position?
APRA, AMCOS
6 – Are there any opportunities for advancement with your position, and if so what are they?
In regards to Record Production, the Producer contributes to the end product. Record Production takes years to master and the road is long and difficult and not for everyone. It's extremely costly, and doesnt pay well initially (nothing even).
7 – Do you foresee any threats to the industry and in particular your job in the next three years?
The opportunity for success in the music industry has never been easy. In 3 years time, I predict that music will become better and cheaper to produce and purchase. This is just the beginning of a bigger and better evolution of the music industry. The next generation of record producers, mixers and audio engineers have greater excess to high end tools for record production at a fraction of the price. Nevertheless there's no substitute for time spent to gain the required skills and experience.
The threats? Stay current with trends and adapt. Be honest to yourself about your reasons for wanting to be in this industry.
8 – What sort of legal issues do you face in your position as a record producer?
Don't steal and copy/sample things that aren't yours. Be fair and honest and upfront with your intentions. Excersise common sense and you'll be right. You only face legal problems if you steal.
Peace.
Josef
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