Review Steinberg Backbone
With Backbone Steinberg has succeeded in creating an innovative VSTi. It’s one of the most powerful creative tools for drum changes. I love its ground breaking AI technology for my sound design.
Since I am often asked how I create my Sample Packs and which VST plugins/devices I use, I have described this in detail in my blog. There are also production tips for instant results. The techniques outlined are universal. It makes no difference which DAW you use. Finally, let your ears guide you, and don’t be afraid to break the rules. You may sometimes throw the production rulebook out the window, especially when it comes to Techno. If you experiment a lot, happy accidents will always happen. So it would be best if you always tried something unusual. In the end, you will be rewarded.
With the advancement of AI technology, I am confident that in a matter of years, plugins will supersede hardware. An exponential increase is occurring in the quality of digital processors. However the expertise of the “human component” will always be needed because machines cannot replicate the emotions that music evokes.
Always keep in mind that “If it sounds good, it is good” (Duke Ellington). The most recent post appears at the top of this blog, which is updated regularly.
I adore great-sounding plugins – have I stated that already?! 🙂
Have fun & cheers,
Oliver Schmitt aka Sounds of Revolution (SOR)
With Backbone Steinberg has succeeded in creating an innovative VSTi. It’s one of the most powerful creative tools for drum changes. I love its ground breaking AI technology for my sound design.
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At this point, I would like to talk about synthesizers that have a special appeal to me - be it the unusual basic sound, the unique concept, the affordable price tag, or simply the ease of use, etc.
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Investing in the best studio monitors is a surefire way to significantly enhance your ability to create music, samples, synth patches, etc.
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In my opinion, Forever 89 Visco is the Synplant2 of drum machines, and it has some similarities to the Zynaptiq Morph. With this tool, samples can be altered in ways that were previously [...]
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The joy of experimenting always has the highest priority when creating the sample packs of Sounds of Revolution. This is my current list of the Best Reverb Plugins.
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I have compiled basic things/considerations on how to produce music creatively. Some of the following things that are actually taken for granted and yet are often forgotten.
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Oliver Schmitt aka Sounds of Revolution (SOR): With more than two decades of professional sound design experience and nowadays mostly known for his high-end sample series, it’s probably safe to say that enumerous musicians worldwide already got the special SOR touch on their harddrives, ready to be infused into the latest dancefloor smashers.
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