- Show 318: Thinking Out Loud With Friends Of SoundBroker Zoomcast in furthering our get together with our friends this week we will BS our way through the time allotted. The meeting covered a wide range of informal and technical topics, beginning with a discussion on technical issues regarding video filters and audio setups. Jan shared that their podcast had achieved 5,627 downloads globally, with Japan being the largest market, representing 32% of the listenership. The conversation then shifted to music and technical production, where attendees praised the exceptional talent and complex arrangements of musician Jacob Collier, and noted that artist Gary […]
- Show 317: Thinking Out Loud With Friends Of SoundBroker Zoomcast in furthering our get together with our friends this week we will BS our way through the time allotted. Today’s meeting served as an informal forum for our panel to exchange updates on Infocom, travel plans, personal experiences living abroad, and global internet connectivity. Members shared technical observations from recent industry trade shows, specifically noting varying industry receptions to new audio software solutions, as well as layout strategies for modern venue audio systems. he technical segment of the session focused heavily on mixing console architecture, comparing the structural designs and processing efficiencies […]
- This was the 316th consecutive episode of "Thinking Out Loud with friends of Soundbroker," featuring a heavy focus on professional audio gear and industry insights. The team discussed Riley's upcoming delivery of a portable DMIX128 console from Sweetwater and shared technical specifications of vintage JBL E130 speakers from 1980s stadium setups. They also praised the massive audio quality improvements implemented by engineer Sully on Bruno Mars's current stadium tour using Sound Devices equipment to eliminate wireless distortion.Christopher shared ongoing frustrations regarding rebuilding efforts in Malibu and Pacific Palisades after the wildfires, highlighting three-month city permit delays, skyrocketing foundation costs, and […]
- Show 315: Thinking Out Loud With Friends Of SoundBroker Zoomcast in furthering our "Straight From The Source" segment which features a detailed product presentation by Phil Wagner and Danny Olesh from Violet Audio. The guest presenters introduced their ground-breaking new DMIX128 digital mixing system, highlighting its impressive core technical specifications. The system boasts 128 mixing channels, 88 buses, 96K processing, and an exceptionally low latency of 0.3 milliseconds, all running on a future-proof, browser-based architecture with an easily scalable interface.The discussion also dives into the console's advanced processing capabilities, including custom in-house designed effects engines with high-end FPGA reverbs, 24 […]
- Show 314: The meeting focused on discussing the proper placement of D-Feedback in audio mixing chains, with participants sharing their different approaches and experiences. Bruce, John, and Gregory debated whether to place D-Feedback as the first or last plugin in the chain, with Bruce using it last to clean up audio before applying it, while John and Gregory preferred it first to avoid overworking the AI. The conversation also covered various technical topics including CPU requirements, noise reduction versus feedback elimination, and specific use cases in different venues like stadiums and corporate events. Additionally, the group shared personal stories about past […]