Recording: Gear & Techniques
All about the tools and techniques involved in capturing sound, in the studio or on location.
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Mixing, Mastering & Post Production
For everything after the recording stage: hardware/software and how you use it.
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New Products & Industry News
Announce new products, updates, events, competitions, jobs and special offers here.
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Music Business
Advice on everything from getting your music heard to setting up a label and royalties.
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Mac Music
For current or would-be users of Apple Mac computers, with answers to many FAQs.
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Windows Music
For anything relating to music-making on Windows computers, with lots of FAQs. Moderated by Martin Walker.
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Apps & Other Computers/OS
For all other computers and operating systems, including Atari, Linux and mobile apps.
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Guitar Technology
For all things relating to guitars, basses, amps, pedals & accessories.
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Keyboards & Synthesis
For fans of synths, pianos or keyboard instruments of any sort.
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DIY Electronics & Studio Design
Customising, building or repairing your own gear? Need help with acoustic treatment or soundproofing? Ask away…
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Live Sound & Performance
For performing musicians and engineers: stagecraft, engineering and gear.
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Music Theory, Songwriting & Composition
Arrangement, instrumentation, lyric writing, music theory, inspiration… it’s all here.
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User Reviews
Post your own hardware/software reviews.
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Remote Collaboration
Exploring the tools and techniques for long-distance recording projects.
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Feedback
For feedback and suggestions about the SOS magazine, app, web site or forums.
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SOS Support Forum
Report bugs & errors with the SOS forums, and web site. Please check existing discussions before posting.
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