Apr 1, 2013

Instant Audio Cartwall creator Lee Tobin will be rolling out updates for the iOS app and is in need of beta testers. To be part of the beta testing phase, contact Lee by visiting this page. What is iAC? Based on the software used by many world class professional DJ’s and broadcasters, iAC is a powerful Cartwall that allows you to play and fade out sounds...

Apr 1, 2013

i-Jingle.com announces the launch of version 1.4 of the i-Jingle PRO. The App now supports WAV files up to 1 GB and the limit for MP3 files was raised from 10 to 100 MB. The memory management was completely overhauled and is now more stable than ever. A few minor (or almost invisible) tweaks to the user interface have made i-Jingle PRO even better. A video...

Mar 15, 2013

From AudioSweets.com Sweet Shop Desk: “It’s been a mad few months at AudioSweets.com – we’ve added hundreds of new audio treats to the Sweet Shop, fresh new beds, sound design, competition elements, etc. There have been hundreds of new audio files added to The Sweet Shop recently so check out the latest highlights demo from here www.AudioSweets.com...

Mar 11, 2013

Fluid AC Demo by Radiojingles on Mixcloud After the huge success of Fluid AC, the world’s no. 1 buy-out imaging FX library for AC and Hot AC radio, stations kept asking us for more! So… SOB Audio Imaging and Sound Freqz Imaging is proud to announce that they are launching Fluid AC #2. The library will be presented at this year’s Radiodays Europe in...

Mar 11, 2013

Identi-Fi Imaging Library Expansion 1 by Radiojingles on Mixcloud Identi-Fi EXPANSION – 1 • The continuation of the original Identi-fi • 109 new cysberculture-infused imaging tracks • Combos, Beats & Beds, Wipes and more “Sounds great! Original and really different to most other packages I’ve heard lately” — Dave Post,...

Mar 1, 2013

Radio Decibel returns to Lekker Hip Audio after their previous package just a year old already. Involved in the project are Edwin Zoo, Lindo Duvall and Koen van Tijn. Lekker Hip Audio was commissioned to create a brand new set of radio IDs and within 3 days a complete new package gets delivered. Lekker Hip Audio is a production company based in The Netherlands,...

Feb 26, 2013

Ft. Myers La Ley 92.1 FM Adds Spanish Imaging and Production Library (FEBRUARY 2013) – Envision Radio Networks® is proud to announce WAFZ-FM/Ft. Myers, FL as the latest affiliate of AudioMonky, the new imaging and production elements library exclusively for Spanish Pop and Regional Mexican radio stations at AudioMonky.com. With La Ley 92.1 FM now utilizing...

Feb 21, 2013

Lekker Hip Audio is a production company based in The Netherlands founded in 2008. Lead by Ferry Van De Heijden Lekker produces commercials, custom sound design, voice imaging and more. It also offers services for business presentations, films, digital signage, TV programs and commercials. The mission is to build creative and help brands achieve their...

Jan 30, 2013

The all new Apogee ONE is the first studio quality microphone and USB audio interface for iPad and Mac. ONE is designed for easily creating professional and amazing sounding recordings on your iPod touch, iPhone, iPad or Mac. Using Apogee’s premium AD/DA conversion, ONE produces pristine music, podcast, and voice-over recordings while also delivering...

Nov 18, 2012

As the announcement that came this week at Benztown that Don LaFontaine Legacy Award Joe Cipriano is joining the voiceover group, we were able get to know more about Joe in an interview. When asked about his fave plugin and best voice processing trick or voice-over technique, his answer was none. “I don’t use any plugins. All my vo is recorded and sent...

Nov 1, 2012

Mic-W has released the new iShotgun, the latest in the iSeries professional microphones. Built for radio people who are looking into integrating their iOS and Android smart-phones or tablets for voice recordings, the iShotgun sports a 8.2=5 wide super cardoid electric condenser, eliminating undesirable noise. No audio interface or batteries needed, all you...

Oct 30, 2012

iZotope launches the new Trash 2 – dubbed as the “cult classic reborn”. It has been 10 years, since Trash first came out as the ultimate distortion toolbox for producer. It’s remained a cult favorite for artists such as Garbage, KoЯn, Sigur Rós, Nine Inch Nails, Noisia and anyone looking to add character, grime, and dirt and to...

Sep 26, 2012

Jun 28, 2012

iZotope’s industry-leading audio repair technology is the professional’s choice for removing unwanted background noise. Its noise-reduction algorithms are behind the scenes of many shows and events like NBC’s Meet The Press, The Academy Awards, every NHL Hockey Game, and Jeopardy just to name a few. iZotope has made similar tools to licensing...

Jun 27, 2012

I remember it was in 2002-2003 when I first became active on social media ( the word was not even invented then) and radio production. JingleMad.com was among the first websites that I got hooked to. Of course the website is geared towards jingle enthusiasts, collectors and not much really on radio production. My good friends Paul McGrath, Neal Bowden, among...

Mar 8, 2012

Michael Winslow is known as the man of 10,000 noises or 10,000 sound effects. An actor, stand up comedian, and TV personality, Winslow has captured the world with his amazing vocal trickery. Although, people have seen and heard his performances many times, he still doesn’t fail to captivate his audience. If there is one thing we should learn from Michael...

Mar 8, 2012

Burbank, CA – Syndicated Morning Rock-Talkers Todd N Tyler added to their list of high profile interviews this morning with Oscar Winner, Alexander Payne. Payne, a friend of the TNT Radio Empire, stopped by the studio this morning to talk movies and joked to the duo about an alternate ending of his Oscar winning movie, The Descendants.  “After...

Feb 28, 2012

Producing music image promos nowadays isn’t just about beat-matching. Your songs should segue next to each perfectly, key-wise. Much of the music imaging you hear on major stations in the US produce their promos this way. In the world of dj mixing, this is called harmonic mixing. If you are a musician, it is easy for you to find out. But professionals...

Feb 22, 2012

Heinrich Rudolf Hertz (February 22, 1857 – January 1, 1894) was a German physicist who clarified and expanded the electromagnetic theory of light that had been put forth by Maxwell. He was the first to satisfactorily demonstrate the existence of electromagnetic waves by building an apparatus to produce and detect radio waves. Learn more about Hertz...

Feb 10, 2012

Production company “The Rocketeers” shows one of its sound engineers using practical modern technology in creating amazing music. While working on a new project, Stas is shown in the video remotely recording orchestra with a composer Skype and Apple...

Dec 7, 2011

As a radio guy, you might be surprised to hear the sound of today’s records in the gentle flow of classics, golds and an occasional current hit. Or to hear rock jingles in a format without a single rock record. It may seem bizarre at first sight, but it’s turned out to be a superb strategic move. Both radio stations struggled with a perception problem. The...

Dec 2, 2011

Not audio related but worth sharing since this is something related to branding. Recently, 102.1 Kiss FM, a classic rock station in Brazil, published new images for its new outdoor campaign. Responses from the ad community are mixed, some are thrilled, and some disappointed. Being a classic rock station, Kiss FM wants to sell this message to its target market...

Oct 27, 2011

The longest running morning radio show in New York had just celebrated its 20th anniversary. It all started in the spring of 1991, when then WPLJ VP of Programming Tom Cuddy and general manager Mitch Dolan hired Scott Shannon. Scott was fresh from his recent exit out from Pirate Radio. Shannon, who is credited to the early success of Z100 and the Morning...

Oct 5, 2011

RapMag.com’s October 2011 issue is out and loaded with helpful articles. Highlights include this month’s topic for Q It Up “How do you know what to charge for your freelance work?” Dave Foxx’s Production 212 Column is tackling on your station’s imaging this fall. The title goes “Number One? At What, Exactly?” Here...

Sep 30, 2011

Pandora maybe gaining a phenomenal increase of listeners and subscribers, significant ratings versus traditional radio, lots of publicity, and a promise to kill traditional radio, it still lacks some key features. Although it poses itself a real custom radio (you create your own station), there are certain things on Pandora that you really can’t...

Sep 1, 2011

It has been 22 years. Wikipedia: The station was a long wave radio station broadcasting to Ireland and the United Kingdom on 252 kHz (1190 metres) from its 1988 purpose built transmission site Clarkstown radio transmitter, which provided service to Atlantic 252 from 1989 until 2002. The station’s studios were located just 12 km (7 mi) away in Mornington...

Aug 26, 2011

Southern Cross Austereo’s Craig Bruce (http://www.sca.com.au) recently had a video interview with Mark Ramsey (http://www.markramseymedia.com) discussing about the future of radio in the US and abroad. Among topics discussed are: Are listeners less engaged in radio than they used to be? What will be the impact of pure-plays like Pandora or Spotify on...

Aug 25, 2011

Your iPad can be just more than gaming tablet. If you are into audio production, there are hundreds of apps, anything from rookie to pro, but what’s an app if you can’t use your hardware with it. Here are 4 basic audio gears that can go with your Apple. From simple cables to even a condenser microphone. Don’t forget also that there is an iO...

Aug 18, 2011

This month’s issue of RAPMAG (Radio And Production Magazine www.rapgmag.com) continued its topic on why producers still have not made the switch to Pro Tools. My entry made it and found out that I had the same concerns and reasons with other producers around the world. I do have Pro Tools on my workstation. But I have a few reasons why I have never...

Aug 16, 2011

It’s still too early to tell but these raw talents are promising. And you can see from their determination and passion. I am talking about the industry’s youngest producers who may be young at age but have the personality and dedication to be next big names in radio production. Gavan Bruderer Gavan Bruderer is our 19 year old producer and voice...