Reading Time: 2 minutesSampler system libraries are a fascinating area of research, especially the early releases like Fairlight CMI or PPG Wave. Check out Fast Nerd ⏩Facts for more!
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Fast Nerd ⏩Facts
Month: March 2023
Reading Time: 2 minutesSynclavier: a super pricey sampler with a super pricey accessory. Only for big studios and rich musicians. The Louis Vuitton of the workstation world
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The digital dark side
Reading Time: 2 minutesSampleNerd.com highlights the importance of good archiving practices, based on works by the University of the Arts London. Tips include annual archiving, avoiding duplicates, categorization, assessing future needs, creating backups, and using reliable storage formats.
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Conserving our history
Reading Time: 2 minutesFrom the quickly scribbled description on a coffee-stained disk label to the carefully manicured collections lovingly maintained over many years. Physical media has been king for nearly half a century.
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Allen Adkins pioneer
Reading Time: 6 minutesThe Universe of Sounds from OMI was the world’s first sample library to be released on Compact Disk. Going on to achieve legendary status in the field of sampling. Learn all about the origins of this success story!
Reading Time: 2 minutesTrevor Horn, bassist turned producer, used these data tapes for the Fairlight CMI Series III. From hits with Pet Shop Boys to The Buggles. Horn is a studio don.