Game Middleware; Avoiding ‘Squeezed’ Bass

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August 12, 2014 TOP STORY Game Audio Middleware We all know that videogames are a huge business, which brings new opportunities for composers and sound designers. Maybe you're a complete newcomer to sound for games, or perhaps you are already creating audio for traditional, linear media like film or televison; but if you're considering taking the leap into game sound, first you need to understand the process and tools. Read More » WEB EXCLUSIVE Weird Al's Magic Formula THIS WEEK'S POLL Where do you reference mixes? » Vote now at emusician.com. TODAY'S LESSON Avoid That "Squeezed" Bass Sound » COOL STUFF Argosy Announces 'Dream Studio' Contest » Audio Technica Sponsors Pensado's Place » Westlake Pro Hosts Mixing Class With Andrew Scheps » Fitz and the Tantrums Announce Fall Headline Tour » Guitar Center Hosts 'Your Next Mix' Contest With Steve Aoki » PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Model 605500 5-inch Powered Studio Monitor Speakers Monoprice Now Available Check out Monoprice's "5-inch Powered Studio Monitor Speakers" (Model 605500). Each 2-way near-field reference monitor features 70 bi-amplified watts, including a 40-watt, 5" kevlar woofer, a 30-watt, 1" silk dome tweeter, XLR & TRS/TS inputs, HF level & volume knobs, magnetic-shielding, 56Hz-22kHz, and 100dB SNR. PRICE: $165.78 (per pair) www.monoprice.com String Studio VS-2 - String Modeling Synthesizer Applied Acoustics Systems Available Now String Studio VS-2 is a string modeling synthesizer plug-in that swaps the traditional oscillator sound source for a string. With its picks, bows, hammers, frets, dampers, soundboards, filters, and effects, String Studio VS-2 is the perfect blend of advanced modeling and regular synth features – you won't believe how crazy you can go with a simple string. SRP: $199 www.applied-acoustics.com 888-441-8277 ATH-M50x Professional Monitor Headphones By Audio Technica Available Now Audio-Technica's newly re-mastered ATH-M50x features the same sonic signature as its predecessor, now with three detachable cables for added versatility. Ideal for studio/DJ use or personal listening. Available in black, white and limited edition blue. MSRP: $239 (black and white); $259 (blue) www.audio-technica.com pro@atus.com

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