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  1. Five Reasons You Should Download Universal Audio's LUNA Recording System Right Now

    Posted by Eric Allen

    Five Reasons You Should Download Universal Audio's LUNA Recording System Right Now
    Universal Audio has just launched its new LUNA Recording System. The application is free and available to download right here for Mac users with Thunderbolt Apollo and Arrow interfaces . Whether you've been curious about LUNA or don't know the first thing about it, we've got everything you need in this blog.First things first, what is it? Universal Audio describes LUNA as a "music creation, recording, and analog-style production system." Essentially, LUNA is your new home base for recording, editing, and mixing, one that flows seamlessly with Universal Audio Thunderbolt-equipped interfaces in a way like never before. Continue reading →
  2. Buy A Universal Audio Apollo x4 or Apollo Twin Interface And Get Auto-Tune, Manley & UA Plug-Ins Free

    Posted by Eric Allen

    Buy A Universal Audio Apollo x4 or Apollo Twin Interface And Get Auto-Tune, Manley & UA Plug-Ins Free
    Universal Audio is enabling engineers to record and mix with the same plug-ins as hit-making pros during the brand’s latest promo. Now through June 30th, 2020, purchase and register any new Apollo x4, Apollo Twin X QUAD and DUO, Apollo Twin MkII DUO, or Apollo Twin USB and you’ll receive a free package of incredible plug-ins used on your favorite hit records. All of these interfaces already come with the Analog Classics Bundle, which features Universal Audio's emulations of the UA 610-B, UA 1176LN Legacy, and Teletronix LA-2A Legacy. In addition to these plug-ins, when you purchase and register your device during the current promo, you'll also get the plug-ins listed below for free. Continue reading →
  3. Buyer's Guide: Audio Interfaces

    Posted by Brad Pack

    Buyer's Guide: Audio Interfaces
    A quality audio interface is the first essential piece of gear for any home studio owner. Whether you’re recording or mixing, every signal passes through the audio interface. Cheap interfaces often make tracks sound weak, thin and brittle. But a quality interface can bring your tracks to life.In this Buyer’s Guide, you’ll learn everything you need to know about how to select the audio interface for your studio, including info on preamps, converters, DSP and more. But first, let’s take a quick look at how audio interfaces came to be so popular. Continue reading →
  4. How Does The New AMS RMX16 500 Series Compare To A Vintage RMX16 And Plug-In Emulation?

    Posted by Eric Allen

    How Does The New AMS RMX16 500 Series Compare To A Vintage RMX16 And Plug-In Emulation?
    By now you've heard the fantastic news that AMS Neve has revived the beloved RMX16 for the 500 Series rack. The new module was the talk of the NAMM Show in January and had pro audio lovers speculating just how close AMS Neve would get to the original unit. Newsflash! They don't disappoint. The 500 Series version of the RMX16 follows suit with the classic nine reverb programs (plus nine rare aftermarket programs) and allows users to control all parameters in three distinct ways. Dialing in the perfect reverb for your source is possible by way of the pot control section (a rotary dial), the nudge section (Down/Up buttons), and Alphanumeric keypad entry. How does it sound though? Continue reading →
  5. Top Ten New Releases From The 2020 NAMM Show

    Posted by Eric Allen

    Top Ten New Releases From The 2020 NAMM Show
    It's been an incredible week at the 2020 NAMM show, one that will have the pro audio community buzzing all the way until next year's show. There was a monumental amount of new releases on the convention center floor, and we're here to tell you about the best of what we saw. From new monitors and outboard gear to interfaces and converters, the new releases at NAMM are all about bettering your audio signal and simplifying workflow. Read below to discover our top ten releases from the NAMM Show and check out our New At NAMM category to see everything that was announced. Continue reading →
  6. Best Selling Audio Interfaces Of 2019

    Posted by Nathan Doyle

    Best Selling Audio Interfaces Of 2019
    It's the last day of the year and what better way to spend the final hours of the decade than talking about the best selling audio interfaces of 2019. After all, this has been a huge year in recording gear and we've got a lot to cover! The biggest trend of 2019 was the upgrade of interfaces that were already best sellers and giving them even more power and I/O. Universal Audio, Antelope Audio, and Focusrite were just a few major brands that did some reworking of their interfaces that helped them land on our list of top performers in 2019. Enough talk, let's get to the list! Continue reading →
  7. Full Sail University Levels Up Student Studios With Universal Audio Interfaces

    Posted by Brad Pack

    Full Sail University Levels Up Student Studios With Universal Audio Interfaces
    While Full Sail has always been known as one of the best institutes for a traditional recording education, the school's various course offerings have evolved since relocating to Winter Park, Florida. One of the biggest areas of growth for the school has been video game design. Full Sail's Game Design program has become one of the best in the country, and recently appeared on a list of top schools selected by the Princeton Review. In order to stay on top, Full Sail works with Vintage King Audio to ensure students have access to industry-standard gear that will prepare them for the next step in their careers. When the school's recently wanted to upgrade interfaces in the Game Audio Lab and Mac Audio Lab, Vintage King Audio Sales Director Chris Bolitho pointed them in the direction of the Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII and Apollo X6 interfaces. Continue reading →
  8. Universal Audio Announces End-of-Year Desktop Interface Promo With Free Plug-Ins

    Posted by Eric Allen

    Universal Audio Announces End-of-Year Desktop Interface Promo With Free Plug-Ins
    Universal Audio has incredible promos going on all year long, but they usually have something extra special happening around the holidays. Today, the brand has launched an end-of-year promo deal on their latest desktop interface releases that will get you some fantastic plug-ins for free. When you purchase Universal Audio’s Apollo Twin X (DUO or QUAD), Apollo x4 or Arrow before Midnight on December 31st, 2019, you’ll receive a special bonus with your new desktop interface. If you purchase an Apollo Twin X or Apollo x4, you’ll receive both the Analog Classics Pro plug-in bundle and Antares Auto-Tune Realtime Access for free. If you purchase an Arrow interface, you’ll receive the Antares Auto-Tune Realtime Access for free. Continue reading →
  9. Bring Home Every UAD Plug-In With Universal Audio Ultimate 8 And Save Big

    Posted by Eric Allen

    Bring Home Every UAD Plug-In With Universal Audio Ultimate 8 And Save Big
    Universal Audio’s Ultimate 8 arrives today and instantly offers users access to every single plug-in currently available from the brand. What’s the benefit of purchasing all UAD plug-ins at once? By bundling together all plug-ins with the purchase of a UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 OCTO, UAD-2 DSP Acclerator Card OCTO or Universal Audio audio interface, you’ll save a hefty amount of money when compared to buying the plug-ins individually. Ultimate 8 from Universal Audio features all 104 plug-ins from the brand's impeccable library of titles, including classics from Neve, Helios, Lexicon, Studer, Capitol Studios, Fender, and so much more. The bundle now features five additional plug-ins that were released by Universal Audio throughout 2019, including the Avalon® VT-737sp Channel Strip, V76 Preamplifier, UA 175B Tube Compressor, UA 176 Tube Compressor, and Capitol Chambers Reverb. Continue reading →
  10. First Listen: Universal Audio Apollo Twin X And Apollo x4 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interfaces

    Posted by Eric Allen

    First Listen: Universal Audio Apollo Twin X And Apollo x4 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interfaces
    When Universal Audio announced the release of the Apollo X recording interface series, audio creators around the world wondered what would be next for the Apollo Twin. The brand has just unveiled the next generation of its award-winning desktop interfaces, the Apollo Twin X (DUO and QUAD) and Apollo x4 and they are in stock at Vintage King Audio. The Apollo Twin X is a 10 x 6 desktop interface, which features two Unison mic preamps and one Hi-Z instrument input. This upgraded version of the Apollo Twin features the same stunning conversion as the Apollo X rackmount series. Universal Audio is offering the Apollo Twin X with DUO ($899) and QUAD ($1399) realtime UAD plug-in processing and both versions of the interface now feature Thunderbolt 3 connectivity. Continue reading →
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