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Episode 136: Roland V-Mixing System
Originally aired December 30, 2008
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In today's episode, Randy Stenson and John Broadhead of Roland are with us to talk about the V-Mixing System M-400 Mixing and Recording Console, and the RSS Digital Snake System.

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Roland

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Episode 135: M-Audio Pro Tools 8
Originally aired December 12, 2008
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In today's episode, Matt Frazier from M-Audio is in the studio to talk with us about eight new features of Pro Tools 8.

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M-Audio
Pro Tools 7.4
Pro Tools 7.4.2

Note: Purchase and register any new Pro Tools M-Powered boxed version with Pro Tools M-Powered 7.4 or lower included on or after October 3, 2008 and receive an upgrade to Pro Tools 8 at no charge.

 

Episode 134: Alesis
Originally aired December 1, 2008
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In today's episode, Jeff Fortin of Alesis joins us in studio to discuss the M1-Active 302 USB Speakers, iMultimix 16 USB, Multiport, Pro Track, iMultimix 9R, TransActive Mobile, DEQ-890 Digital Graphic EQ, USB Recording Kit, and Surge Cymbals. Tune in to find out how to win a FREE set of M1-Active 302 USB speakers!

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Alesis
iMultimix 16 USB
iMultimix 9R
M1-Active 302 USB Speakers
Multiport
Pro Track
TransActive Mobile

 

Episode 133: PreSonus
Originally aired November 24, 2008
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In today's episode, Gene Williams from PreSonus is with us in studio to talk about the Studio Channel professional channel strip, and the Studio Live 16-channel live performance and recording digital mixer.

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PreSonus
STUDIO CHANNEL
STUDIOLIVE

 

Episode 132: Sony Broadcast
Originally aired November 12, 2008
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In today's episode, Kevin O'Connor and Joe Kaufenberg from Sony join us to talk about Sony's broadcast camcorders including the EX series, professional LCD displays and projectors.

Related links:
Sony
Sony PMW-EX1 Camcorder
Sony PMW-EX3 Camcorder

 

Episode 131: Tascam GT-R1
Originally aired October 31, 2008
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This episode features Rick Murphy of Tascam demonstrating the GT-R1 portable recorder/instrument trainer. Tune in to find out how to win a FREE GT-R1!As of November 30, 2008, this contest has ended and a winner has been selected. We are no longer accepting entries.

Related links:
Tascam
GT-R1

 

Episode 130: Pierre Bensusan
Originally aired October 20, 2008
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This week accomplished musician Pierre Bensusan, Best World Music Guitarist of 2008, visits Full Compass and talks about his experiences in the recording studio, in his world of travels and live concerts.

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Pierre Bensusan

 

Episode 129: AES Convention 2008
Originally aired October 9, 2008
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This episode covers the 125th AES convention in San Francisco, CA featuring interviews with DPA, ADK, Toft Audio, Mojave Audio, ATI, Countryman, and SE Electronics.

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DPA
ADK
Toft Audio
Mojave Audio
ATI
Countryman
SE Electronics

 

Episode 128: Behringer
Originally aired October 2, 2008
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In today's episode Joe Delaney from Behringer joins us to talk about the Bugera line of guitar amps.

Related links:
Bugera Guitar Amps

 

Episode 127: Ashly Audio
Originally aired September 19, 2008
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In today's episode Tom Knesel from Ashly Audio is in the studio with us to talk about the multi-channel Ethernet capable NE-Series amplifiers.

Related links:
Ashly Audio
NE-Series 4250
NE-Series 8250

 

Episode 126: MixMeister DJ Mixing Software
Originally aired September 8, 2008
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In today's episode Kari Sullivan from MixMeister/Numark is with us to talk about the MixMeister DJ Mixing Software and the MixMeister Control professional DJ software controller.

Related links:
MixMeister
MixMeister FUSION
MixMeister STUDIO
MixMeister CONTROL

 

Episode 125: Allen & Heath Zed Mixers
Originally aired August 18, 2008
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In today's episode Michael Palmer and Randy Stenson are in the studio from Allen & Heath to talk with us about the Zed family of mixers.

Related links:
Allen & Heath
ZED 12FX
ZED 14
ZED 22FX
ZED 24
ZED 420
ZED 428
ZED 436
ZED R16

 

Episode 124: Toontrack
Originally aired July 22, 2008
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In today's episode Andy Simon of Toontrack is with us to talk about their EZdrummer and Superior 2.0 multi-drum sampler software. Tune in to find out how to win a FREE copy of Superior 2.0! As of August 31, 2008, this contest has ended and a winner has been selected. We are no longer accepting entries.

Related links:
Toontrack
EZ Drummer
Superior Drummer 2.0

 

Episode 123: Roland R09HR and NAMM recap
Originally aired July 3, 2008
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In today's episode, Danny Kent from Roland is with us to talk about the new R09HR high resolution recorder and a recap on summer NAMM Roland products.

Related links:
Roland

 

Episode 122 - iZotope RX with M-Audio
Originally aired June 26, 2008
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In today's episode, Matt Frazier from M-Audio joins us to talk about RX by iZotope, the complete audio restoration software for you DAW.

Related links:
iZotope
RX

 

Episode 121 - Apogee Electronics
Originally aired June 18, 2008
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In today's episode, Dave Casey of Apogee Electronics is with us to talk about their premium digital audio solutions including the Duet, Symphony, and Big Ben.

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Apogee Electronics
Big Ben
Duet
Symphony Mobile
SymphonyPCI Express

 

Episode 120 - RF Spectrum's Impact on Wireless Microphones
Originally aired June 6, 2008
No longer available for download, see below

Sept 29, 2008 - This episode has been removed due to the following reasons: FCC Regulations regarding the RF Spectrum have changed since the airing of this episode. As such, some of the information contained within this episode had become invalid.

 

Episode 119 - SE Electronics/Nord Keyboards
Originally aired May 22, 2008
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In today's episode, Bob Reardon from SE Electronics, John Amstadter from Nord Keyboards, and R&B/Jazz quartet 9.9 are with us in studio to demonstrate SE microphones.

Related links:
SE Electronics
Nord Keyboards

 

Episode 118 - Secrets of the Pros
Originally aired May 12, 2008
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In today's episode, Ken Walden from Secrets of the Pros visits the studio to talk with us about his instructional DVD's covering Modern Recording and Mixing, Pro Tools, and the new Master Drummer featuring Dennis Chambers.

Related links:
Secrets of the Pros
Instructional DVD: Modern Recording & Mixing
Instructional DVD: Pro Tools
Instructional DVD: Pro Tools II

 

Episode 117 - Yamaha
Originally aired May 2, 2008
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In today's episode, Allen Gore from Yamaha joins us in studio to talk about the POCKETRAK 2G Pocket Recorder and the KX Series Keyboard Controllers.

Related links:
Yamaha
POCKETRAK-2G
KX Series Keyboard Controllers

 

Episode 116 - PMI Audio
Originally aired April 28, 2008
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In today's episode, PMI Audio representatives are with us in studio talking about products from JoeMeek, Toft Audio Designs, Studio Projects, and Valley People.

Related links:
JoeMeek
Toft Audio Designs
Studio Projects
Valley People

 

Exclusive Interviews Recorded LIVE at the 2008 NAB Show!

Over the next few days, we will be bringing you exclusive one-on-one interviews with the manufacturers of your favorite products straight from the 2008 NAB Show in Las Vegas, Nevada! Check back often to see what each new episode offers!

Episode 115 - NAB Exclusive, Day 3
Originally aired April 22, 2008 - Download now!
Featuring interviews with Solid State Logic, Audio Technica, Neumann, IDX, JVC, Mirror Image, Rycote, Ansmann, and SoundField.

Episode 114 - NAB Exclusive, Day 2 Part 2
Originally aired April 21, 2008 - Download now!
Featuring interviews with Roland/Edirol, Convergent Design, Chrozeil, Tote Vision, IKAN, and FOR-A.

Episode 113 - NAB Exclusive, Day 2 Part 1
Originally aired April 18, 2008 - Download now!
Featuring interviews with Canon, Sony, Panasonic, Fujinon, AJA, and Ensemble Designs.

Episode 112 - NAB Exclusive, Day 1
Originally aired April 15, 2008 - Download now!
Featuring interviews with manufacturers of video camera support products (tripods, heads, and other support equipment) such as Bogen/Manfrotto, Cartoni, Sachtler, Petrol Bags, Vinten, and Miller Camera Support.

 

Episode 111 - Olympus LS-10
Originally aired April 8, 2008
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In today's episode, Ed Alstrom from Olympus joins us to talk about the LS-10 24bit/96kHz Linear PCM Recorder.

Related links:
Olympus
LS-10

 

Episode 110 - Sontronics
Originally aired March 31, 2008
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In today's episode, Trevor Coley from Sontronics is with us in the studio to talk about their full range of microphones and preamps including the Orpheus multi-pattern condenser microphone and the new Chimera hybrid microphone preamp.

Related links:
Sontronics
Orpheus
Chimera

 

Episode 109 - Sanyo Projectors
Originally aired March 21, 2008
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In today's episode, Bruce Johns from Sanyo joins us to talk about the new PLC-XL50 Ultra Short Throw Multimedia Projector.

Related links:
Sanyo
PLC-XL50

 

Episode 108 - Yamaha
Originally aired March 4, 2008
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In today's episode, Allen Gore of Yamaha demonstrates the Motif Synthesizer Workstation and the MW-Series USB Mixing Studio.

Related links:
Yamaha
MOTIF-XS6
MOTIF-XS7
MOTIF-XS8
MOTIF-RACK-ES
MW8CX Mixer
MW10C Mixer
MW12C Mixer
MW12CX Mixer

 

Episode 107 - Alesis
Originally aired February 20, 2008
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In today's episode, we have Joe Stopka and Jeff Horton from Alesis in the studio talking about the Multimix 8/16 USB, iMultimix 8/16 USB, and the DM5 Pro electronic drums.

Related links:
Alesis
Multimix 8 USB
Multimix 16 USB
iMultimix 8 USB
iMultimix 16 USB
DM5 Pro Drum Kit

 

Episode 106 - Genelec Professional Monitors
Originally aired February 12, 2008
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This episode features Paul Stewart of Genelec talking about the 8200/7200 series bi-amplified DSP network controlled monitoring system.

Related links:
Genelec
7260APM
7270APM
7271APM
8240APM
8250APM

 

Exclusive Interviews Recorded LIVE at the 2008 Winter NAMM Show!

Over the next few days, we will be bringing you exclusive one-on-one interviews with the manufacturers of your favorite products straight from the 2008 Winter NAMM Show in Anaheim, California! Check back often to see what each new episode offers!

Episode 105 - NAMM Exclusive
Originally aired January 31, 2008 - Download now!
Featuring interviews with ElectroVoice, Road Ready, Sony, Roland, Toft, Joe Meek and Ultimate Support.

Episode 104 - NAMM Exclusive
Originally aired January 30, 2008 - Download now!
Featuring interviews with Alesis, Behringer, M-Audio, Eventide, Klark Technik, and Line 6.

Episode 103 - NAMM Exclusive
Originally aired January 25, 2008 - Download now!
Featuring interviews with Lectrosonics, Loud Technologies, Novation, ProCo, QSC, Sontronics, and Tascam.

Episode 102 - NAMM Exclusive
Originally aired January 24, 2008 - Download now!
Featuring interviews with Ampeg, Apex Microphones, ART, Crown, EV, Focusrite, and Mackie.

Episode 101 - NAMM Exclusive
Originally aired January 21, 2008 - Download now!
Featuring interviews with Digitech, Audio Technica, Edirol, Moog, Pioneer DJ, Roland, SWR Amplification, TC Helicon, and Whirlwind.

Our 100th Episode - NAMM Exclusive
Originally aired January 18, 2008 - Download now!
Join us as we start things off with our 100th episode coming to you live from the Winter NAMM 2008 show! Featuring interviews with Fender, Hammond, Rode, Audio Technica, Aphex, Gator, Clavia, Lab Grupen, and Phonic.

 

Episode 99 - Minnetonka Audio Software
Originally aired January 16, 2008
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In today's episode, Steve Clark of Minnetonka Audio Software joins us to discuss the discWelder DVD audio authoring software, SurCode surround encoding, and the new Audio Tools AWE Audio Workflow Engine.

Related links:
Minnetonka Audio Software
discWelder DVD Audio Authoring Software
SurCode Surround Software Encoder

 

Episode 98 - Pro Co Momentum
Originally aired January 7, 2008
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In today's episode, we have Thom Dukesherer from Pro Co with us to talk about the Momentum Digital Snake System.

Related links:
Pro Co Sound
Momentum Digital Snake System

 

Episode 97 - AEA Ribbon Microphones
Originally aired January 1, 2008
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Welcome to a brand new year! For the first episode of 2008, we have Wes Dooley from Audio Engineering Associates in the studio with us to talk about ribbon microphone technology and the AEA line of ribbon microphones.

Related links:
Audio Engineering Associates (AEA)
AEA Ribbon Microphones

 

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