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A Producer’s Guide to Audio File Formats
File Formats So you’ve finally finished your track and you’re ready to share your masterpiece with the world. However, the process of bouncing your music down to an audio file is not quite as straightforward as it may seem. Most DAWs will present you with a myriad of different options when it comes to exporting the track – just take … Read More
AUv3 App Developer Interview with FutureSonic’s Dave Gibson
FutureSonic’s founder and CEO, David Gibson, recently spoke to Matthew Fecher from AudioKit about our apps and what it takes to build AUv3 apps for iOS – essential viewing for any aspiring iOS Audio Unit developers. Thanks to Matthew for this organising this interview. If you want to learn more about AudioKit, head over to their site or check out … Read More
Is Skeuomorphism the Best Approach for iOS Audio Apps?
Fairly obviously, the key to any successful audio plugin is how it sounds. But the plugin’s looks also play an important role in it’s usability. A cluttered and confusing UI will only lead to frustration and a disjointed workflow for producers. However, in terms of both desktop and iOS audio plugins, it’s clear that skeuomorphism is the preferred route for … Read More
Introduction to AUv3 Apps
Although both Audiobus and Inter-App Audio have really pushed iOS music production forward by making it possible for iOS musicians to use third party effects and instruments inside their music making apps, both methods have their drawbacks. For example, neither of these methods let you actually load the plugin inside your DAW, meaning you’re constantly having to switch between your host … Read More
Audiobus, IAA and AUv3 – What’s the Difference?
If you’re only just to dipping your toes into the waters of mobile music production then the terms Audiobus, Inter-App Audio and AUv3 might have you scratching your head. What exactly are they and why do they matter for iOS musicians? Well, you’re in the right place! Essentially, these are all just different methods of connecting up your audio apps … Read More