Mix Sound for Film and Television On September 17
The boom in television and streaming services, along with the emergence of Virtual Reality, has led to a technology/workflow change in how content is produced. The techniques and tools are merging, and studios and producers have adapted their methods. This year's third annual Mix Sound for Film & Television event brings film, television and virtual reality all together on the legendary Sony Pictures Studios lot in Culver City, Calif., to find out how! Don't miss your chance learn from—and network with— the leading innovators in film and television sound.
New This Year:
Audio for VR Room: Presented in the Kim Novak Theatre, a Dolby and Auro 3D-equipped re-recording stage. New tools and techniques for the ultimate in Immersive Sound.
Sound Reel Showcase: Presented in the William Holden Theatre, a Dolby and Auro 3D-equipped re-recording stage. Film studios present 10-minute reels of their showcase films, with introductions by the sound teams.
Production Sound Pavilion: Presented in the iconic Barbra Streisand Scoring Stage. Top production sound mixers show what's in their sound carts, and top manufacturers show the latest in wireless, microphone and recorder technologies.
For information on conference content, contact tkenny@nbmedia.com
For information on becoming a sponsor, contact jcrowley@nbmedia.com or tpreston@nbmedia.com.
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In late 1974, Raspberries were still in full gear as one of power pop's biggest bands. But the Cleveland-based group's front man, Eric Carmen, was already composing what would be the first megahit of his solo career, which began perhaps sooner than expected with the group's demise the following year.
The New Sphere Studios
Once you've seen the pretty red SSL 4072G+ in studio B at Sphere Studios in North Hollywood, you won't forget it. Nor will you forget the convenient way Pro Tools is configured right in the middle of the console. You will be impressed with the immense gear selection—so many mics and vintage basses (the owner started out as a bass player)—once you've set eyes on them in the special closet and all throughout the rooms.
Kandace Springs’ ‘Soul Eyes’
With her smooth, soulful voice and elegant piano style, Kandace Springs sparked excitement in the R&B and jazz worlds with her self-titled EP in 2014, gaining her guest spots on the late-night shows, as well as festival slots and an invitation to perform in June of that year at Paisley Park with Prince, when he celebrated the 30th anniversary of Purple Rain.
AM & Joey Waronker Unplug on ‘Precious Life’
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Mix Regional News: New York City 2016
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BASSBOSS Appoints Anton Pukshansky to Vice President, Sales
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How to Overcome Latency, Finally
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Wohler Technologies AMP1-8-M, AMP1-2SDA Audio Monitors
Wohler recently introduced the AMP1-8-M dual input SDI 8-channel audio monitor and AMP1-2SDA 2-channel audio monitor. The AMP1-8-M offers fast, intuitive operation for monitoring SDI audio in the most demanding production applications. Ideal for in-studio or remote productions, the AMP1-8-M provides instantaneous selection and summing of any grouping of the first four SDI audio pairs.
Drawmer CPA-50
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CAD Audio StageSelect 1600 Series UHF Wireless
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Register for AES Los Angeles, taking place Thursday, September 29, through Sunday, October 2, 2016. »
MPSE, CAS Golf and Poker Tournament on September 18 »
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Cinema Audio Society Accepting Applications for CAS Student Recognition Award »
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ADAM Audio 2.2 and 5.1 and 5.2 Surround Packages »
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Synthax extends 20th anniversary RME Fireface 802 promotion until September 30, 2016. »
SMPTE Opens Registration for SMPTE 2016, scheduled for October 25-27 in Hollywood. »
Sennheiser's 'Gear Up and Cash In' program, which runs until August 30, 2016, provides an upgrade path for wireless microphone users in light of spectrum reallocation. » |
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