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DDrum Artist and Hurt Drummer Victor Ribas Killer Drum Solo

DDrum Artist and Hurt Drummer Victor Ribas Killer Drum Solo

Hurt is a rock band formed in 2000 in Virginia. Currently signed to Carved Records, the band has released four major label albums. The group consists of lead singer J. Loren Wince, guitarist Michael Roberts, and drummer Victor Ribas. The band first released the independent albums Hurt in 2000 and The Consumation in 2003. Many of the songs from these albums found their way onto their first two major label releases, and The Consumation was re-mastered as The Re-Consumation in 2008. The band received success with their major label debut album, Vol. 1, released on March 21, 2006. Their singles “Rapture” and “Falls Apart” gained radio airplay on rock stations throughout the U.S. Their second album was the critically acclaimed Vol. II, released on September 25, 2007, and they gained their largest radio rock hit yet with the single “Ten Ton Brick”.

The band’s first work under a major record label would be two albums entitled Vol. 1 and Vol. II. They were both recorded and produced with Eric Greedy. The initial plan was to have the albums be released as a double album, but Capitol rejected the idea as “too much of an investment at once”. Instead, the band used the extra time to re-record and improve upon Vol. II. Vol. 1 was released ‘on March 21, 2006. Three singles were released to radio – “Rapture,” “Falls Apart” and “Danse Russe.” Vol. II was later released on September 25, 2007, along with two more singles, “Ten Ton Brick” and “Loded”. After their having major record label exposure, the band opted to re-release The Consumation as The Re-Consumation on February 19, 2008, in response to fans spending hundreds of dollars to buy their now-rare original independent releases. The re-released contained one new song, and two other altered songs. Shortly afterwards, in April, Ansley announced his departure from the band, to pursue a career in writing and directing.

Hurt Drummer Victor Ribas

On May 12, 2009, Hurt received an award for the song “Ten Ton Brick” during SESAC’s 13th annual New York Music Awards.

Goodbye to the Machine (2009-2010)

Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 did not prove to be commercial successes, and as a result, the band would be dropped from Capital Records. Their next album, Goodbye to the Machine, would be an allusion to the band’s negativity towards major record labels. The album was released on April 7, 2009, on the much smaller label Amusement Records. Prior to the album’s release, the single “Wars” was released to radio on February 3, 2014. The album has peaked at No.100 on the Billboard 200.

On August 6, 2010, Louie Sciancalepore announced via his Facebook page and the band’s message board that he was no longer part of Hurt “due to irreconcilable differences with management.”

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Victor M. Ribas, drummer for the band HURT, grew up in Seattle, WA. His first musical encounter was at the age of 5, beginning private piano lessons with local instructors. He continued to study piano until picking up his first set of drum sticks at the age of 13. Ribas soon began taking private drum set lessons and performing both Jazz and Marching music all the way through college.

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While living in Seattle Victor played in numerous bands while working in various local studios in the Washington area. In 2010 as Victor was working in Seattle, he had heard that the band HURT was auditioning drummers. Ribas contacted the band and was flown from Seattle, WA for an audition. Soon after he was announced as HURTs new drummer. The band is currently completing their 4th album. Victor will be performing all drum and percussion parts for the upcoming album.

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DDrum Artist and Hurt Drummer Victor Ribas Killer Drum Solo

DDrum Artist and Hurt Drummer Victor Ribas Killer Drum Solo

105.7 The Point Concert for Crohn’s Benifit at POPS nightclub & Concert Venue 11-19-2010

Victor M. Ribas, drummer for the band HURT, grew up in Seattle, WA. His first musical encounter was at the age of 5, beginning private piano lessons with local instructors. He continued to study piano until picking up his first set of drum sticks at the age of 13. Ribas soon began taking private drum set lessons and performing both Jazz and Marching music all the way through college.

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While living in Seattle Victor played in numerous bands while working in various local studios in the Washington area. In 2010 as Victor was working in Seattle, he had heard that the band HURT was auditioning drummers. Ribas contacted the band and was flown from Seattle, WA for an audition. Soon after he was announced as HURTs new drummer. The band is currently completing their 4th album. Victor will be performing all drum and percussion parts for the upcoming album.

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DDrum Artist and Hurt Drummer Victor Ribas Killer Drum Solo

Hurt Drummer Victor Ribas

DDrum Artist and Hurt Drummer Victor Ribas Killer Drum Solo

105.7 The Point Concert for Crohn’s Benifit at POPS nightclub & Concert Venue 11-19-2010

Victor M. Ribas, drummer for the band HURT, grew up in Seattle, WA. His first musical encounter was at the age of 5, beginning private piano lessons with local instructors. He continued to study piano until picking up his first set of drum sticks at the age of 13. Ribas soon began taking private drum set lessons and performing both Jazz and Marching music all the way through college.

Hurt Drummer Victor Ribas – 1

While living in Seattle Victor played in numerous bands while working in various local studios in the Washington area. In 2010 as Victor was working in Seattle, he had heard that the band HURT was auditioning drummers. Ribas contacted the band and was flown from Seattle, WA for an audition. Soon after he was announced as HURTs new drummer. The band is currently completing their 4th album. Victor will be performing all drum and percussion parts for the upcoming album.

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Mitch Gable Drummer Of Soil Endorses DDrum | eDrumPro News

Mitch Gable Drummer Of Soil Endorses DDrum

Mitch Gable Drummer Of Soil Endorses DDrum.

Soil, often typeset as SOiL, is an American metal band that formed in Chicago, Illinois in 1997. After some independent releases, the band was the first rock group signed to J Records and achieved mainstream success with their major label debut, Scars, in 2001. The J Records second album Redefine was released in 2004 and the band embarked upon a worldwide tour to follow. In late 2004 frontman Ryan McCombs left the group. He would go on to become the new vocalist of Drowning Pool the following year.

The band recruited ex- Diesel Machine vocalist AJ Cavalier as its new singer and released two more studio albums (True Self, Picture Perfect) through independent labels in 2006 and 2009 respectively. SOiL continued to tour worldwide and met with strong independent success.

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Mitch Gable Drummer Of Soil Endorses DDrum

Mitch Gable Drummer Of Soil

Mitch Gable Drummer Of Soil Endorses DDrum.

Soil, often typeset as SOiL, is an American metal band that formed in Chicago, Illinois in 1997. After some independent releases, the band was the first rock group signed to J Records and achieved mainstream success with their major label debut, Scars, in 2001. The J Records second album Redefine was released in 2004 and the band embarked upon a worldwide tour to follow. In late 2004 frontman Ryan McCombs left the group. He would go on to become the new vocalist of Drowning Pool the following year.

The band recruited ex- Diesel Machine vocalist AJ Cavalier as its new singer and released two more studio albums (True Self, Picture Perfect) through independent labels in 2006 and 2009 respectively. SOiL continued to tour worldwide and met with strong independent success.

The band had brief line-up changes until in fall 2011, Soil reunited with Ryan McCombs for a tour commemorating the tenth anniversary of their landmark album, Scars. The band has since rejoined with their original vocalist Ryan after his departure from Texas act Drowning Pool. The line-up is currently completed with fellow original members Tim King (Bass) and Adam Zadel (Guitar), who are the only two members to have stayed with the band from inception until present. The band has sold over one million records worldwide and released its sixth studio album, entitled Whole, on August 20, 2013 (August 16 UK/Europe).

Band History:

Soil was originally formed in 1997 by three of four members of death metal act Oppressor, joined by guitarist of another death metal act Broken Hope as a side project to their other bands. Ryan McCombs was later recruited for vocal duties.

The original line-up of the band was Ryan McCombs (vocals), Shaun Glass (Broken Hope), Tom Schofield, Tim King, and Adam Zadel (all three ex-Oppressor).

Soil’s first three releases, Soil (EP), El Chupacabra (EP) and their debut album Throttle Junkies, failed to break the band into the mainstream. It was around this time that all the members of Soil left their other bands to focus on Soil as their main project.

With the song “Halo” gaining major radio attention, labels began a bidding war for a deal with Soil. The band would ultimately be signed to J Records by music industry legend Clive Davis, responsible for signing such acts as Pink Floyd and Bruce Springsteen, who stated that “you’re gonna be my only rock band for now. You’re going to be a priority, and I want to break this band.” Soil finally experienced mainstream success with the major label debut, Scars, released September 11, 2001. This achievement was aided by the popular singles “Halo” and “Unreal” which gained the band exposure on MTV. The success resulted in the band winning Metal Edge magazine’s 2001 Readers’ Choice Award for “Next Big Thing”.

In 2004, the band released their second major label album, Redefine. The group toured for a year in support of the album and returned home to begin writing follow up material and finish various live dates. Shortly after, vocalist Ryan McCombs announced his departure from the group to be with his family, forcing the band to cancel scheduled shows. New York-based vocalist AJ Cavalier, previously of World In Pain and Diesel Machine, was introduced on November 15, 2004 as McCombs’ replacement. On July 20, 2005, McCombs was confirmed to be the new singer for Drowning Pool.

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On September 21, 2005, Soil signed with New York-based independent label DRT Entertainment. Their album True Self was released on May 2, 2006. The album leaked onto P2P and BitTorrent sites on March 4, almost two months before its official release. SOiL embarked upon a very heavy worldwide touring schedule to promote the release. In November 2007, Shaun Glass parted ways with the band, citing personal and musical differences.

On October 20, 2009 the album Picture Perfect was released via Bieler Bros Records worldwide, except in Europe, where it was released by AFM Records. Picture Perfect was produced by Johnny K (Disturbed, Staind), Ulrich Wild (Deftones, Incubus) and Soil, with Dave Fortman (Mudvayne, Evanescence) handling mixing duties. It was promoted with the lead single, “Like It Is.” In January 2010, “The Lesser Man” was announced as a second single.

On July 23, 2010, vocalist A.J. Cavalier, and drummer Tom Schofield announced their departure from the band. Vocalist Jordan Lee and drummer Mike Tignino were announced as fill-ins for scheduled live dates.

The band reunited with original vocalist Ryan McCombs for a 12-date co-headlining UK tour with Puddle of Mudd in October 2011 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Scars. Former Staind drummer Jon Wysocki also joined Soil for the 2011 UK Tour.

Sony Music UK announced in 2011 that Scars has been certified silver in the UK with sales in excess of over 60,000 units.

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Soil added several US tour dates throughout 2012. The trek will be the band’s first in the US since original frontman Ryan McCombs rejoined the group.

SOiL’s first ever DVD entitled “Re-LIVE-ing The Scars” was released May 8, 2012. The DVD/CD combo was recorded live in London, England during the bands sold out 2011 UK tour and features the first live show with vocalist Ryan McCombs in 7 years. The DVD also includes bonus footage and photo gallery.

SOiL’s 6th studio album Whole was released Aug 16, 2013 (worldwide) and Aug 20, 2013 (North America). The first video and single is led by the song “Shine On”. The second single “The Hate Song” launched in 2014.

Current members:

Adam Zadel – Guitar, Backing Vocals (1997–present)

Tim King – Bass, Backing Vocals (1997–present)

Ryan McCombs – Vocals (1997–2004, 2011–present)

Mitch Gable – Drums (2012-present)

Former members:

Tom Schofield – Drums (1997–2010)

Shaun Glass – Guitar (1997–2007)

A.J. Cavalier – Vocals (2004–2010)

Former touring members:

Jordan Lee – Vocals (July 2010–September 2011)

Mike Tignino – Drums (July 2010–September 2011)

Jon Wysocki – Drums (2011–2012)

Adrian Ost – Drums (2014)

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Mitch Gable Drummer Of Soil Endorses DDrum

Mitch Gable Drummer Of Soil

Mitch Gable Drummer Of Soil Endorses DDrum.

Soil, often typeset as SOiL, is an American metal band that formed in Chicago, Illinois in 1997. After some independent releases, the band was the first rock group signed to J Records and achieved mainstream success with their major label debut, Scars, in 2001. The J Records second album Redefine was released in 2004 and the band embarked upon a worldwide tour to follow. In late 2004 frontman Ryan McCombs left the group. He would go on to become the new vocalist of Drowning Pool the following year.

The band recruited ex- Diesel Machine vocalist AJ Cavalier as its new singer and released two more studio albums (True Self, Picture Perfect) through independent labels in 2006 and 2009 respectively. SOiL continued to tour worldwide and met with strong independent success.

The band had brief line-up changes until in fall 2011, Soil reunited with Ryan McCombs for a tour commemorating the tenth anniversary of their landmark album, Scars. The band has since rejoined with their original vocalist Ryan after his departure from Texas act Drowning Pool. The line-up is currently completed with fellow original members Tim King (Bass) and Adam Zadel (Guitar), who are the only two members to have stayed with the band from inception until present. The band has sold over one million records worldwide and released its sixth studio album, entitled Whole, on August 20, 2013 (August 16 UK/Europe).

Band History:

Soil was originally formed in 1997 by three of four members of death metal act Oppressor, joined by guitarist of another death metal act Broken Hope as a side project to their other bands. Ryan McCombs was later recruited for vocal duties.

The original line-up of the band was Ryan McCombs (vocals), Shaun Glass (Broken Hope), Tom Schofield, Tim King, and Adam Zadel (all three ex-Oppressor).

Soil’s first three releases, Soil (EP), El Chupacabra (EP) and their debut album Throttle Junkies, failed to break the band into the mainstream. It was around this time that all the members of Soil left their other bands to focus on Soil as their main project.

With the song “Halo” gaining major radio attention, labels began a bidding war for a deal with Soil. The band would ultimately be signed to J Records by music industry legend Clive Davis, responsible for signing such acts as Pink Floyd and Bruce Springsteen, who stated that “you’re gonna be my only rock band for now. You’re going to be a priority, and I want to break this band.” Soil finally experienced mainstream success with the major label debut, Scars, released September 11, 2001. This achievement was aided by the popular singles “Halo” and “Unreal” which gained the band exposure on MTV. The success resulted in the band winning Metal Edge magazine’s 2001 Readers’ Choice Award for “Next Big Thing”.

In 2004, the band released their second major label album, Redefine. The group toured for a year in support of the album and returned home to begin writing follow up material and finish various live dates. Shortly after, vocalist Ryan McCombs announced his departure from the group to be with his family, forcing the band to cancel scheduled shows. New York-based vocalist AJ Cavalier, previously of World In Pain and Diesel Machine, was introduced on November 15, 2004 as McCombs’ replacement. On July 20, 2005, McCombs was confirmed to be the new singer for Drowning Pool.

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On September 21, 2005, Soil signed with New York-based independent label DRT Entertainment. Their album True Self was released on May 2, 2006. The album leaked onto P2P and BitTorrent sites on March 4, almost two months before its official release. SOiL embarked upon a very heavy worldwide touring schedule to promote the release. In November 2007, Shaun Glass parted ways with the band, citing personal and musical differences.

On October 20, 2009 the album Picture Perfect was released via Bieler Bros Records worldwide, except in Europe, where it was released by AFM Records. Picture Perfect was produced by Johnny K (Disturbed, Staind), Ulrich Wild (Deftones, Incubus) and Soil, with Dave Fortman (Mudvayne, Evanescence) handling mixing duties. It was promoted with the lead single, “Like It Is.” In January 2010, “The Lesser Man” was announced as a second single.

On July 23, 2010, vocalist A.J. Cavalier, and drummer Tom Schofield announced their departure from the band. Vocalist Jordan Lee and drummer Mike Tignino were announced as fill-ins for scheduled live dates.

The band reunited with original vocalist Ryan McCombs for a 12-date co-headlining UK tour with Puddle of Mudd in October 2011 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Scars. Former Staind drummer Jon Wysocki also joined Soil for the 2011 UK Tour.

Sony Music UK announced in 2011 that Scars has been certified silver in the UK with sales in excess of over 60,000 units.

Mitch Gable Drummer Of Soil – 2

Soil added several US tour dates throughout 2012. The trek will be the band’s first in the US since original frontman Ryan McCombs rejoined the group.

SOiL’s first ever DVD entitled “Re-LIVE-ing The Scars” was released May 8, 2012. The DVD/CD combo was recorded live in London, England during the bands sold out 2011 UK tour and features the first live show with vocalist Ryan McCombs in 7 years. The DVD also includes bonus footage and photo gallery.

SOiL’s 6th studio album Whole was released Aug 16, 2013 (worldwide) and Aug 20, 2013 (North America). The first video and single is led by the song “Shine On”. The second single “The Hate Song” launched in 2014.

Current members:

Adam Zadel – Guitar, Backing Vocals (1997–present)

Tim King – Bass, Backing Vocals (1997–present)

Ryan McCombs – Vocals (1997–2004, 2011–present)

Mitch Gable – Drums (2012-present)

Former members:

Tom Schofield – Drums (1997–2010)

Shaun Glass – Guitar (1997–2007)

A.J. Cavalier – Vocals (2004–2010)

Former touring members:

Jordan Lee – Vocals (July 2010–September 2011)

Mike Tignino – Drums (July 2010–September 2011)

Jon Wysocki – Drums (2011–2012)

Adrian Ost – Drums (2014)

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DDrum Artist Vinnie Paul of Pantera and Hellyeah

DDrum Artist Vinnie Paul of Pantera and Hellyeah

DDrum Artist Vinnie Paul of Pantera and Hellyeah

Vincent Paul Abbott, also known as “Vinnie Paul” (born March 11, 1964) is an American professional drummer and producer who is best known for being a former member, and co-founder, of the heavy metal band Pantera. He is currently a member of supergroup Hellyeah. He also co-founded the heavy metal band Damageplan in 2003 with his younger brother, Dimebag Darrell.

His parents are Jerry, a country music songwriter and producer, and Carolyn Abbott. He recorded and performed in the groups Pantera (1981–2003) and Damageplan (2003–2004) alongside his brother, guitarist Dimebag Darrell.

In December 2008, he handpicked several of his most memorable drum parts to demonstrate in a promotional video for the drum company ddrum: “Use My Third Arm,” “Primal Concrete Sledge,” “13 Steps to Nowhere,” “Domination” and “Becoming.” In 2009, he started American Drummer Champions with the aide of friend and influence M.Ludowise, former Downset drummer.

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In August 2013, Paul featured in a music video for Black Label Society’s cover of “Ain’t No Sunshine”, appearing alongside a horse-masked Zakk Wylde. Wylde and Paul are well known to be close friends, with Wylde also having been particularly close with Paul’s brother Dimebag Darrell before his death in 2004.

Career:

Pantera:

Paul formed the heavy metal band Pantera in 1981 with his brother Dimebag Darrell (then known as Diamond Darrell) and Terry Glaze on guitars, bassist Tommy D. Bradford, and vocalist Donnie Hart. Upon Hart’s departure, Glaze assumed vocal duties. In the summer of 1982, Bradford left the band and was replaced by Rex Brown and the band released three albums with that lineup.

Pantera recruited vocalist Phil Anselmo to replace Glaze in 1987. By 1990, the band had been signed to Atco Records and released Cowboys from Hell which proved to be the band’s turning point. Over the course of four more studio records, a live album and a greatest hits compilation, Anselmo and Pantera were nominated for four best metal performance Grammys, for the songs “I’m Broken”, “Suicide Note Pt. I”, “Cemetery Gates” and “Revolution Is My Name”.

In 2001, Anselmo decided to put Pantera on hold because of back pain while he toured and recorded with his side projects. Pantera’s official disbandment took place in 2003 for several reasons, but mainly because of the ongoing dispute between Anselmo and the rest of the band, although Rex Brown remained neutral. In the years to follow bad blood would stir up between Abbott and Anselmo. However, Anselmo has publicly announced that he wishes for Paul to forgive him, and reform a friendship. However, Paul has stated that he is not interested, and also Paul will never talk to Anselmo again.

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Damageplan:

After the breakup of Pantera, the Abbott brothers formed the heavy metal band Damageplan with, a former tattoo artist Bob Zilla on bass, and former Halford guitarist Pat Lachman on lead vocals. Damageplan recorded one album, New Found Power, which was released on February 10, 2004. On December 8, 2004, while on tour to support Damageplan’s album, his brother Dimebag Darrell was shot dead onstage by ex-US marine Nathan Gale at the Alrosa Villa in Columbus, Ohio. Damageplan disbanded shortly thereafter.

Latest projects and Hellyeah:

After burying his brother, Paul formed Big Vin Records in February 2006 and released Rebel Meets Rebel and a DVD, Dimevision, Volume 1. Paul (along with Cristina Scabbia, co-lead vocalist of Lacuna Coil) writes a monthly question-and-answer column in Revolver. Paul maintains endorsement deals with ddrum, Sabian cymbals, and Vic Firth drumsticks. He previously endorsed Tama, Pearl drums, and Remo drumheads and hardware. Paul has also recently been on tour playing drums for Dethklok, playing a show in Philadelphia with Metalocalypse creator Brendon Small. Around this time in his career, he was a one time spokesperson for the Arby’s fast food restaurant.

In June 2006, after the death of his brother and an 18-month hiatus, Paul was not sure if he would return to music, but eventually joined in with the heavy metal supergroup Hellyeah, which also features vocalist Chad Gray and guitarist Greg Tribbett from Mudvayne, guitarist Tom Maxwell from Nothingface, and bassist Bob Zilla from Damageplan, who was called on to replace original bassist Jerry Montano.

In 2010, Paul released a cookbook called “Drumming up an Appetite with Vinnie Paul”.

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This is Vinnie Paul’s current setup for Hellyeah, taken from the Modern Drummer September 2010 issue:

Drum Setup:

DDrum Vinnie Paul signature series (All drums in his custom dragon finish modeled after the design on his hat)

24×24 bass drum x2

14×14 tom

15×15 tom

18×18 floor tom

14×8 signature snare drum

Cymbals: Sabian

12″ Ice bell

14″ AAX Metal Hi-Hats

18″ Hand Hammered Rock Crash

20″ AA Chinese

19″ AA Rock Crash

19″ AA Metal-X Crash

22″ Hand Hammered Power Bell Ride

20″ AA Chinese

14″ AA Rock Hi-Hats

20″ AA Metal-X Crash

Sticks: Vic Firth Signature Series: Vinnie Paul (SVP).

Paul also uses Evans drum heads, DDrum hardware, DDrum and Roland electronics, Danmar red wood beaters and kick pads, and Shure microphones.

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DDrum Artist Vinnie Paul of Pantera and Hellyeah

DDrum Artist Vinnie Paul of Pantera and Hellyeah

DDrum Artist Vinnie Paul of Pantera and Hellyeah

Vincent Paul Abbott, also known as “Vinnie Paul” (born March 11, 1964) is an American professional drummer and producer who is best known for being a former member, and co-founder, of the heavy metal band Pantera. He is currently a member of supergroup Hellyeah. He also co-founded the heavy metal band Damageplan in 2003 with his younger brother, Dimebag Darrell.

His parents are Jerry, a country music songwriter and producer, and Carolyn Abbott. He recorded and performed in the groups Pantera (1981–2003) and Damageplan (2003–2004) alongside his brother, guitarist Dimebag Darrell.

In December 2008, he handpicked several of his most memorable drum parts to demonstrate in a promotional video for the drum company ddrum: “Use My Third Arm,” “Primal Concrete Sledge,” “13 Steps to Nowhere,” “Domination” and “Becoming.” In 2009, he started American Drummer Champions with the aide of friend and influence M.Ludowise, former Downset drummer.

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In August 2013, Paul featured in a music video for Black Label Society’s cover of “Ain’t No Sunshine”, appearing alongside a horse-masked Zakk Wylde. Wylde and Paul are well known to be close friends, with Wylde also having been particularly close with Paul’s brother Dimebag Darrell before his death in 2004.

Career:

Pantera:

Paul formed the heavy metal band Pantera in 1981 with his brother Dimebag Darrell (then known as Diamond Darrell) and Terry Glaze on guitars, bassist Tommy D. Bradford, and vocalist Donnie Hart. Upon Hart’s departure, Glaze assumed vocal duties. In the summer of 1982, Bradford left the band and was replaced by Rex Brown and the band released three albums with that lineup.

Pantera recruited vocalist Phil Anselmo to replace Glaze in 1987. By 1990, the band had been signed to Atco Records and released Cowboys from Hell which proved to be the band’s turning point. Over the course of four more studio records, a live album and a greatest hits compilation, Anselmo and Pantera were nominated for four best metal performance Grammys, for the songs “I’m Broken”, “Suicide Note Pt. I”, “Cemetery Gates” and “Revolution Is My Name”.

In 2001, Anselmo decided to put Pantera on hold because of back pain while he toured and recorded with his side projects. Pantera’s official disbandment took place in 2003 for several reasons, but mainly because of the ongoing dispute between Anselmo and the rest of the band, although Rex Brown remained neutral. In the years to follow bad blood would stir up between Abbott and Anselmo. However, Anselmo has publicly announced that he wishes for Paul to forgive him, and reform a friendship. However, Paul has stated that he is not interested, and also Paul will never talk to Anselmo again.

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Damageplan:

After the breakup of Pantera, the Abbott brothers formed the heavy metal band Damageplan with, a former tattoo artist Bob Zilla on bass, and former Halford guitarist Pat Lachman on lead vocals. Damageplan recorded one album, New Found Power, which was released on February 10, 2004. On December 8, 2004, while on tour to support Damageplan’s album, his brother Dimebag Darrell was shot dead onstage by ex-US marine Nathan Gale at the Alrosa Villa in Columbus, Ohio. Damageplan disbanded shortly thereafter.

Latest projects and Hellyeah:

After burying his brother, Paul formed Big Vin Records in February 2006 and released Rebel Meets Rebel and a DVD, Dimevision, Volume 1. Paul (along with Cristina Scabbia, co-lead vocalist of Lacuna Coil) writes a monthly question-and-answer column in Revolver. Paul maintains endorsement deals with ddrum, Sabian cymbals, and Vic Firth drumsticks. He previously endorsed Tama, Pearl drums, and Remo drumheads and hardware. Paul has also recently been on tour playing drums for Dethklok, playing a show in Philadelphia with Metalocalypse creator Brendon Small. Around this time in his career, he was a one time spokesperson for the Arby’s fast food restaurant.

In June 2006, after the death of his brother and an 18-month hiatus, Paul was not sure if he would return to music, but eventually joined in with the heavy metal supergroup Hellyeah, which also features vocalist Chad Gray and guitarist Greg Tribbett from Mudvayne, guitarist Tom Maxwell from Nothingface, and bassist Bob Zilla from Damageplan, who was called on to replace original bassist Jerry Montano.

In 2010, Paul released a cookbook called “Drumming up an Appetite with Vinnie Paul”.

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This is Vinnie Paul’s current setup for Hellyeah, taken from the Modern Drummer September 2010 issue:

Drum Setup:

DDrum Vinnie Paul signature series (All drums in his custom dragon finish modeled after the design on his hat)

24×24 bass drum x2

14×14 tom

15×15 tom

18×18 floor tom

14×8 signature snare drum

Cymbals: Sabian

12″ Ice bell

14″ AAX Metal Hi-Hats

18″ Hand Hammered Rock Crash

20″ AA Chinese

19″ AA Rock Crash

19″ AA Metal-X Crash

22″ Hand Hammered Power Bell Ride

20″ AA Chinese

14″ AA Rock Hi-Hats

20″ AA Metal-X Crash

Sticks: Vic Firth Signature Series: Vinnie Paul (SVP).

Paul also uses Evans drum heads, DDrum hardware, DDrum and Roland electronics, Danmar red wood beaters and kick pads, and Shure microphones.

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DDrum Artist Vinnie Paul of Pantera and Hellyeah

DDrum Artist Vinnie Paul of Pantera and Hellyeah

DDrum Artist Vinnie Paul of Pantera and Hellyeah

Vincent Paul Abbott, also known as “Vinnie Paul” (born March 11, 1964) is an American professional drummer and producer who is best known for being a former member, and co-founder, of the heavy metal band Pantera. He is currently a member of supergroup Hellyeah. He also co-founded the heavy metal band Damageplan in 2003 with his younger brother, Dimebag Darrell.

His parents are Jerry, a country music songwriter and producer, and Carolyn Abbott. He recorded and performed in the groups Pantera (1981–2003) and Damageplan (2003–2004) alongside his brother, guitarist Dimebag Darrell.

In December 2008, he handpicked several of his most memorable drum parts to demonstrate in a promotional video for the drum company ddrum: “Use My Third Arm,” “Primal Concrete Sledge,” “13 Steps to Nowhere,” “Domination” and “Becoming.” In 2009, he started American Drummer Champions with the aide of friend and influence M.Ludowise, former Downset drummer.

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In August 2013, Paul featured in a music video for Black Label Society’s cover of “Ain’t No Sunshine”, appearing alongside a horse-masked Zakk Wylde. Wylde and Paul are well known to be close friends, with Wylde also having been particularly close with Paul’s brother Dimebag Darrell before his death in 2004.

Career:

Pantera:

Paul formed the heavy metal band Pantera in 1981 with his brother Dimebag Darrell (then known as Diamond Darrell) and Terry Glaze on guitars, bassist Tommy D. Bradford, and vocalist Donnie Hart. Upon Hart’s departure, Glaze assumed vocal duties. In the summer of 1982, Bradford left the band and was replaced by Rex Brown and the band released three albums with that lineup.

Pantera recruited vocalist Phil Anselmo to replace Glaze in 1987. By 1990, the band had been signed to Atco Records and released Cowboys from Hell which proved to be the band’s turning point. Over the course of four more studio records, a live album and a greatest hits compilation, Anselmo and Pantera were nominated for four best metal performance Grammys, for the songs “I’m Broken”, “Suicide Note Pt. I”, “Cemetery Gates” and “Revolution Is My Name”.

In 2001, Anselmo decided to put Pantera on hold because of back pain while he toured and recorded with his side projects. Pantera’s official disbandment took place in 2003 for several reasons, but mainly because of the ongoing dispute between Anselmo and the rest of the band, although Rex Brown remained neutral. In the years to follow bad blood would stir up between Abbott and Anselmo. However, Anselmo has publicly announced that he wishes for Paul to forgive him, and reform a friendship. However, Paul has stated that he is not interested, and also Paul will never talk to Anselmo again.

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Damageplan:

After the breakup of Pantera, the Abbott brothers formed the heavy metal band Damageplan with, a former tattoo artist Bob Zilla on bass, and former Halford guitarist Pat Lachman on lead vocals. Damageplan recorded one album, New Found Power, which was released on February 10, 2004. On December 8, 2004, while on tour to support Damageplan’s album, his brother Dimebag Darrell was shot dead onstage by ex-US marine Nathan Gale at the Alrosa Villa in Columbus, Ohio. Damageplan disbanded shortly thereafter.

Latest projects and Hellyeah:

After burying his brother, Paul formed Big Vin Records in February 2006 and released Rebel Meets Rebel and a DVD, Dimevision, Volume 1. Paul (along with Cristina Scabbia, co-lead vocalist of Lacuna Coil) writes a monthly question-and-answer column in Revolver. Paul maintains endorsement deals with ddrum, Sabian cymbals, and Vic Firth drumsticks. He previously endorsed Tama, Pearl drums, and Remo drumheads and hardware. Paul has also recently been on tour playing drums for Dethklok, playing a show in Philadelphia with Metalocalypse creator Brendon Small. Around this time in his career, he was a one time spokesperson for the Arby’s fast food restaurant.

In June 2006, after the death of his brother and an 18-month hiatus, Paul was not sure if he would return to music, but eventually joined in with the heavy metal supergroup Hellyeah, which also features vocalist Chad Gray and guitarist Greg Tribbett from Mudvayne, guitarist Tom Maxwell from Nothingface, and bassist Bob Zilla from Damageplan, who was called on to replace original bassist Jerry Montano.

In 2010, Paul released a cookbook called “Drumming up an Appetite with Vinnie Paul”.

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This is Vinnie Paul’s current setup for Hellyeah, taken from the Modern Drummer September 2010 issue:

Drum Setup:

DDrum Vinnie Paul signature series (All drums in his custom dragon finish modeled after the design on his hat)

24×24 bass drum x2

14×14 tom

15×15 tom

18×18 floor tom

14×8 signature snare drum

Cymbals: Sabian

12″ Ice bell

14″ AAX Metal Hi-Hats

18″ Hand Hammered Rock Crash

20″ AA Chinese

19″ AA Rock Crash

19″ AA Metal-X Crash

22″ Hand Hammered Power Bell Ride

20″ AA Chinese

14″ AA Rock Hi-Hats

20″ AA Metal-X Crash

Sticks: Vic Firth Signature Series: Vinnie Paul (SVP).

Paul also uses Evans drum heads, DDrum hardware, DDrum and Roland electronics, Danmar red wood beaters and kick pads, and Shure microphones.

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The whole world of audio post. Nuendo 6.5

Nuendo 6.5 adds new features dedicated to post-production workflows. Offering major enhancements to functionality in critical areas for audio post such loudness processing, bass frequency management as well as ADR and foley recording, this latest update also includes time-saving new features that expedite daily tasks.

Top 10 Features:

Automated Loudness processing to both industry standards such as EBU R128 and fully user-definable settings

Professional bass management including several routing and filter options coming with the new Bass Manager plug-in

ADR Taker 2.0 introduces a major update of Nuendo’s ADR taker system with enhancements for voice and foley recording such as new playback/recording modes, automated naming schemes and pre-record buffer

Nuendo TrackVersions allows for creating, renaming and managing parallel versions of the same track plus many addition features far beyond conventional playlists

Track visibility management speeds up handling especially of large projects by offering dynamic displaying of audio tracks and groups in the project window

Improved AAF Filter now supports even better import/export to Pro Tools and Media Composer

New monitoring and metering section for better source management and better overview on the most frequently used functions

Experience a richer sound with REVelation reverb and Magneto 2, a warm and smooth tape saturation plug-in

Track Quick Controls can now be saved as presets and loaded for immediate access

Steinberg Hub with direct access to user-defined folders and news section for the latest Nuendo product updates

Steinberg Nuendo 6.5 – 1

The workflow evolution

Indispensable: The new loudness processing feature

Nuendo 6.5 introduces a new automatic loudness processing feature that lets you optimize your audio for loudness quickly and efficiently by exporting audio files at user-defined loudness levels such as the industry-standard EBU values (e.g. -23 LUFS). True peak values for rendered audio are also user-definable. Because all settings have been conveniently integrated into the Export Settings dialog box, they are also available for more complex rendering tasks, such as cycle markers or batch export functions. And, of course, optional peak level limitation is also available.

Further enhancements include a new true peak spot indication directly within the Nuendo loudness track as well as an enhanced loudness metering scale ranging down to +18 dBFS.

Exact loudness processing to industry-standard values

User-definable values for maximum flexibility

Full integration in the Export Settings dialog

True peak indicators in Loudness Track

Nuendo TrackVersions. Playlists upgraded.

Playlists are known as a vital part of the modern studio workflow. Nuendo 6.5 introduces TrackVersions, providing even more workflow efficiency than other standard playlist solutions. Create, rename and manage parallel versions of the same track or tracks and use them to compare takes or create alternative versions of your recordings while keeping all track settings. Interfacing perfectly with existing track handling features, the flexible TrackVersions feature will significantly speed up your workflow when working not only with audio but also MIDI, instrument, chord, tempo & signature tracks.

Steinberg Nuendo 6.5 – 2

Seamless import of AAF files from Pro Tools and Media Composer

Nuendo 6.5 ensures improved compatibility with latest versions of other program platforms when exchanging AAF files. Building on the extended AAF import functionality included in the Nuendo 6.0.7 update, Nuendo 6.5 completes the new AAF filter functionality by adding features for exporting to applications such as Pro Tools and Media Composer.

Better, faster, more convenient: Redesigned Control Room and Metering section

Nuendo 6.5 features a completely redesigned control room and metering section, providing better visibility of more functions simultaneously. Important control room functions, such as level, dim and downmix features can be displayed together with the master meter, allowing for keeping track on the most important parameters in daily production situations. Plus, the new control room hosts up to four talkback microphones and a dedicated output port for metering, enabling the integration of hardware meters.

Track visibility management

Nuendo 6.5 speeds up the workflow significantly thanks to the new track visibility management feature. Huge projects containing hundreds of audio tracks can easily be managed by dynamically displaying only the tracks you actually want to see. Using the same approach as the channel visibility management introduced in MixConsole, various View Agents help you by instantly bringing the right tracks into focus; this powerful new feature will help you maintain a full overview of your project at all times even on the largest, most complex productions.

Instant transient navigation

Thanks to the new instant hitpoint navigation function, you can now “tab to transients” on audio events directly within the Nuendo project window. Hitpoints are automatically calculated in the background as soon as audio material is recorded or imported into the arrangement window. Simply use the keyboard shortcuts to tab back and forth to navigate around the audio material.

New Re-record mode

Nuendo 6.5 includes the new Re-record mode to repeat a recorded take immediately. Once the Re-record mode is activated, you can simple start a new recording by hitting the record button again. The recording will start from the original position preserving the original pre-count and metronome settings. A handy, time-saving new feature that’s as simple as it is useful.

Saving your Track Quick Controls

The Track Quick Controls just got even more powerful! You can now save and load Track Quick Control assignments as presets for immediate access. Simply click on the Quick Control Track Inspector and apply existing Track Quick Control assignments even to other track types. This way, you can turn your Quick Control area into a a powerful command center for heavy used program functions.

Steinberg Nuendo 6.5 – 3

Steinberg Hub with direct folder access and news section

Nuendo 6.5 introduces the new Steinberg Hub, a multi-functional platform to increase your workflow speed. The integrated news section provides information on Nuendo updates and further Steinberg news, while the direct folder access window enables you to open your favorite Nuendo project folders with a single click. Simply define up to four of your most frequently used folders for direct access or start one of the recent Nuendo projects.

Internet recording with VST Connect SE 2

Nuendo 6.5 adds even more capabilities to one of the most exciting features in Nuendo: VST Connect SE 2 now supports MIDI. Version 2 of the next-generation online production tool lets you send MIDI data in real time over the Internet. VST Connect SE 2 has the power to revolutionize your recording process, allowing you to collaborate live over the Internet as though you and your fellow collaborators were in the same room.

ADR Taker 2.0 Integrated system for voice & foley recording

Nuendo’s ADR Taker system the world’s most powerful integrated system for voice and foley recording has been extended in Nuendo 6.5 with important enhancements that make vocal and foley recording an incomparably fast and convenient experience.

Video overlay and take list improvements

Review and edit speaker texts (video overlay) in stop mode, ideal for working with scripts which need modification during the recording session or even when the speaker’s already preparing for the next scene. Other important additions are the improved re-naming functions in the ADR marker window, making it easy to edit attributes of different markers at the same time (such as character name). It’s also possible to record several takes successively in one batch by freely selecting the appropriate scenes in the marker window, including a constant update of the dialog video overlay.

The newly added ADR Status indicator (colored light including red light) easily shows the actor the status of the ADR process inside the video window.

Automated naming scheme and recording

Thanks to the new audio file naming scheme functions, the upgraded Nuendo ADR Taker now adds configurable attributes to the file name of each recording, making it even easier to search and find different recordings/roles. ADR Taker 2.0 also enables you to record automatically on user-defined tracks by pre-assigning a track to a specific role. The performance of the speaker is automatically recorded on the assigned track, making it a breeze to manage large ADR sessions with multiple roles on different tracks.

Record anywhere in Free mode

The ADR Taker 2.0 introduces Free mode, a new function that allows utmost flexibility for ADR work. The Free mode enables you to start recordings at any point in the timeline, independently from the given marker/take structure of the ADR marker list. This means that you can just start the recording and let the speaker perform multiple scenes in one go, if desired. You can even set the start point of recordings within a longer scene (for example, second half of the scene) without the need to start the scene and wait for the playback to reach the desired position, speeding up the whole ADR process. Additionally, you can switch between rehearse and record process spontaneously, enhancing the entire quality of the ADR process.

Professional foley recordings

The ADR Taker 2.0 is the perfect tool to also manage foley recording sessions more easily and flexibly. The powerful ADR take-list can be used to mark foley-relevant scenes and capture the foley artist’s performance accordingly. By using the new Free mode, the foley recording is not even bound to the end point of each single scene, making it easy to record longer foley takes in one go. Thanks to the automated naming scheme, foley files can be retrieved and used in the project on the basis of individual naming attributes such as the character name or foley specific topics like “underground” or “material.” All this plus numerous further functions such as the ADR status indicator (rehearse / record / review) and a function for adding second “swipes” make the Nuendo ADR Taker 2.0 the world’s most powerful integrated system for voice and foley recording.

Plug-ins for professional post-production

Steinberg Nuendo 6.5 – 4

Bass Manager: Perfect bass frequency management

The Bass Management plug-in brings additional tools to Nuendo 6.5 for routing and filtering low-frequency signals. Among the flexible new options are the ability to send a user-definable frequency range from the main mix directly to a subwoofer; this offers a lightning-fast way of separating bass frequencies from a main mix, for example, if the mix has been completed without a dedicated LFE channel.

Another new option is the ability to send a portion of the LFE channel to the main center or left/right speakers using the built-in crossover frequency controls. The final stage of dedicated filtering for the frequencies allocated to a subwoofer is the dedicated subwoofer section. Before/after metering offers a convenient visual representation of the levels routed to and from the new plug-in.

Smooth mixing with REVelation reverb

Developed in conjunction with seasoned engineers and film mixers, Nuendo 6.5 comes with a super-rich and silky algorithmic reverb which recreates the vibe and character of famous hardware effects. REVelation offers a maximum degree of depth and adds its spatial magic on just about any instrument or sound, from string sections to lead vocals. Included with dozens of useful presets, REVelation will let your mix shine.

Magneto 2 not only provides a warm, analog sound but also adds exciting new features such as the dual mode to give your tracks more flavor and personality just like in the old days. And Magneto 2 lets you select the frequency range of the effect to be applied on your track. Magneto 2 offers more analog warmth and character to your digital world.

New in Nuendo 6.5.35

PROXIMITY game audio technology

IOSONO PROXIMITY is a new audio technology standard that raises the gaming experience to the next level of realism. PROXIMITY ensures a highly accurate localization of game sounds by bringing sound effects and dialog into the inner circle of a surround field. Sounds come closer with depth, extending into the room from the speakers all the way to the listener’s position. For sound designers, PROXIMITY is a powerful new tool in their content creation toolbox, realizing great effects with only little effort. Through the integration into Nuendo, PROXIMITY technology seamlessly slips into existing workflows for game sound design.

Fully integrated with Nuendo 6.5.35

Nuendo 6.5.35 provides full support for the PROXIMITY technology by updating the integrated surround panner Anymix Pro to the Anymix Pro PROXIMITY version. As soon as Anymix Pro is used with a PROXIMITY bus inside Nuendo, it turns into a command center for PROXIMITY game sound production by offering PROXIMITY effects and control parameters.

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The whole world of audio post. Nuendo 6.5

Nuendo 6.5 adds new features dedicated to post-production workflows. Offering major enhancements to functionality in critical areas for audio post such loudness processing, bass frequency management as well as ADR and foley recording, this latest update also includes time-saving new features that expedite daily tasks.

Top 10 Features:

Automated Loudness processing to both industry standards such as EBU R128 and fully user-definable settings

Professional bass management including several routing and filter options coming with the new Bass Manager plug-in

ADR Taker 2.0 introduces a major update of Nuendo’s ADR taker system with enhancements for voice and foley recording such as new playback/recording modes, automated naming schemes and pre-record buffer

Nuendo TrackVersions allows for creating, renaming and managing parallel versions of the same track plus many addition features far beyond conventional playlists

Track visibility management speeds up handling especially of large projects by offering dynamic displaying of audio tracks and groups in the project window

Improved AAF Filter now supports even better import/export to Pro Tools and Media Composer

New monitoring and metering section for better source management and better overview on the most frequently used functions

Experience a richer sound with REVelation reverb and Magneto 2, a warm and smooth tape saturation plug-in

Track Quick Controls can now be saved as presets and loaded for immediate access

Steinberg Hub with direct access to user-defined folders and news section for the latest Nuendo product updates

Steinberg Nuendo 6.5 – 1

The workflow evolution

Indispensable: The new loudness processing feature

Nuendo 6.5 introduces a new automatic loudness processing feature that lets you optimize your audio for loudness quickly and efficiently by exporting audio files at user-defined loudness levels such as the industry-standard EBU values (e.g. -23 LUFS). True peak values for rendered audio are also user-definable. Because all settings have been conveniently integrated into the Export Settings dialog box, they are also available for more complex rendering tasks, such as cycle markers or batch export functions. And, of course, optional peak level limitation is also available.

Further enhancements include a new true peak spot indication directly within the Nuendo loudness track as well as an enhanced loudness metering scale ranging down to +18 dBFS.

Exact loudness processing to industry-standard values

User-definable values for maximum flexibility

Full integration in the Export Settings dialog

True peak indicators in Loudness Track

Nuendo TrackVersions. Playlists upgraded.

Playlists are known as a vital part of the modern studio workflow. Nuendo 6.5 introduces TrackVersions, providing even more workflow efficiency than other standard playlist solutions. Create, rename and manage parallel versions of the same track or tracks and use them to compare takes or create alternative versions of your recordings while keeping all track settings. Interfacing perfectly with existing track handling features, the flexible TrackVersions feature will significantly speed up your workflow when working not only with audio but also MIDI, instrument, chord, tempo & signature tracks.

Steinberg Nuendo 6.5 – 2

Seamless import of AAF files from Pro Tools and Media Composer

Nuendo 6.5 ensures improved compatibility with latest versions of other program platforms when exchanging AAF files. Building on the extended AAF import functionality included in the Nuendo 6.0.7 update, Nuendo 6.5 completes the new AAF filter functionality by adding features for exporting to applications such as Pro Tools and Media Composer.

Better, faster, more convenient: Redesigned Control Room and Metering section

Nuendo 6.5 features a completely redesigned control room and metering section, providing better visibility of more functions simultaneously. Important control room functions, such as level, dim and downmix features can be displayed together with the master meter, allowing for keeping track on the most important parameters in daily production situations. Plus, the new control room hosts up to four talkback microphones and a dedicated output port for metering, enabling the integration of hardware meters.

Track visibility management

Nuendo 6.5 speeds up the workflow significantly thanks to the new track visibility management feature. Huge projects containing hundreds of audio tracks can easily be managed by dynamically displaying only the tracks you actually want to see. Using the same approach as the channel visibility management introduced in MixConsole, various View Agents help you by instantly bringing the right tracks into focus; this powerful new feature will help you maintain a full overview of your project at all times even on the largest, most complex productions.

Instant transient navigation

Thanks to the new instant hitpoint navigation function, you can now “tab to transients” on audio events directly within the Nuendo project window. Hitpoints are automatically calculated in the background as soon as audio material is recorded or imported into the arrangement window. Simply use the keyboard shortcuts to tab back and forth to navigate around the audio material.

New Re-record mode

Nuendo 6.5 includes the new Re-record mode to repeat a recorded take immediately. Once the Re-record mode is activated, you can simple start a new recording by hitting the record button again. The recording will start from the original position preserving the original pre-count and metronome settings. A handy, time-saving new feature that’s as simple as it is useful.

Saving your Track Quick Controls

The Track Quick Controls just got even more powerful! You can now save and load Track Quick Control assignments as presets for immediate access. Simply click on the Quick Control Track Inspector and apply existing Track Quick Control assignments even to other track types. This way, you can turn your Quick Control area into a a powerful command center for heavy used program functions.

Steinberg Nuendo 6.5 – 3

Steinberg Hub with direct folder access and news section

Nuendo 6.5 introduces the new Steinberg Hub, a multi-functional platform to increase your workflow speed. The integrated news section provides information on Nuendo updates and further Steinberg news, while the direct folder access window enables you to open your favorite Nuendo project folders with a single click. Simply define up to four of your most frequently used folders for direct access or start one of the recent Nuendo projects.

Internet recording with VST Connect SE 2

Nuendo 6.5 adds even more capabilities to one of the most exciting features in Nuendo: VST Connect SE 2 now supports MIDI. Version 2 of the next-generation online production tool lets you send MIDI data in real time over the Internet. VST Connect SE 2 has the power to revolutionize your recording process, allowing you to collaborate live over the Internet as though you and your fellow collaborators were in the same room.

ADR Taker 2.0 Integrated system for voice & foley recording

Nuendo’s ADR Taker system the world’s most powerful integrated system for voice and foley recording has been extended in Nuendo 6.5 with important enhancements that make vocal and foley recording an incomparably fast and convenient experience.

Video overlay and take list improvements

Review and edit speaker texts (video overlay) in stop mode, ideal for working with scripts which need modification during the recording session or even when the speaker’s already preparing for the next scene. Other important additions are the improved re-naming functions in the ADR marker window, making it easy to edit attributes of different markers at the same time (such as character name). It’s also possible to record several takes successively in one batch by freely selecting the appropriate scenes in the marker window, including a constant update of the dialog video overlay.

The newly added ADR Status indicator (colored light including red light) easily shows the actor the status of the ADR process inside the video window.

Automated naming scheme and recording

Thanks to the new audio file naming scheme functions, the upgraded Nuendo ADR Taker now adds configurable attributes to the file name of each recording, making it even easier to search and find different recordings/roles. ADR Taker 2.0 also enables you to record automatically on user-defined tracks by pre-assigning a track to a specific role. The performance of the speaker is automatically recorded on the assigned track, making it a breeze to manage large ADR sessions with multiple roles on different tracks.

Record anywhere in Free mode

The ADR Taker 2.0 introduces Free mode, a new function that allows utmost flexibility for ADR work. The Free mode enables you to start recordings at any point in the timeline, independently from the given marker/take structure of the ADR marker list. This means that you can just start the recording and let the speaker perform multiple scenes in one go, if desired. You can even set the start point of recordings within a longer scene (for example, second half of the scene) without the need to start the scene and wait for the playback to reach the desired position, speeding up the whole ADR process. Additionally, you can switch between rehearse and record process spontaneously, enhancing the entire quality of the ADR process.

Professional foley recordings

The ADR Taker 2.0 is the perfect tool to also manage foley recording sessions more easily and flexibly. The powerful ADR take-list can be used to mark foley-relevant scenes and capture the foley artist’s performance accordingly. By using the new Free mode, the foley recording is not even bound to the end point of each single scene, making it easy to record longer foley takes in one go. Thanks to the automated naming scheme, foley files can be retrieved and used in the project on the basis of individual naming attributes such as the character name or foley specific topics like “underground” or “material.” All this plus numerous further functions such as the ADR status indicator (rehearse / record / review) and a function for adding second “swipes” make the Nuendo ADR Taker 2.0 the world’s most powerful integrated system for voice and foley recording.

Plug-ins for professional post-production

Steinberg Nuendo 6.5 – 4

Bass Manager: Perfect bass frequency management

The Bass Management plug-in brings additional tools to Nuendo 6.5 for routing and filtering low-frequency signals. Among the flexible new options are the ability to send a user-definable frequency range from the main mix directly to a subwoofer; this offers a lightning-fast way of separating bass frequencies from a main mix, for example, if the mix has been completed without a dedicated LFE channel.

Another new option is the ability to send a portion of the LFE channel to the main center or left/right speakers using the built-in crossover frequency controls. The final stage of dedicated filtering for the frequencies allocated to a subwoofer is the dedicated subwoofer section. Before/after metering offers a convenient visual representation of the levels routed to and from the new plug-in.

Smooth mixing with REVelation reverb

Developed in conjunction with seasoned engineers and film mixers, Nuendo 6.5 comes with a super-rich and silky algorithmic reverb which recreates the vibe and character of famous hardware effects. REVelation offers a maximum degree of depth and adds its spatial magic on just about any instrument or sound, from string sections to lead vocals. Included with dozens of useful presets, REVelation will let your mix shine.

Magneto 2 not only provides a warm, analog sound but also adds exciting new features such as the dual mode to give your tracks more flavor and personality just like in the old days. And Magneto 2 lets you select the frequency range of the effect to be applied on your track. Magneto 2 offers more analog warmth and character to your digital world.

New in Nuendo 6.5.35

PROXIMITY game audio technology

IOSONO PROXIMITY is a new audio technology standard that raises the gaming experience to the next level of realism. PROXIMITY ensures a highly accurate localization of game sounds by bringing sound effects and dialog into the inner circle of a surround field. Sounds come closer with depth, extending into the room from the speakers all the way to the listener’s position. For sound designers, PROXIMITY is a powerful new tool in their content creation toolbox, realizing great effects with only little effort. Through the integration into Nuendo, PROXIMITY technology seamlessly slips into existing workflows for game sound design.

Fully integrated with Nuendo 6.5.35

Nuendo 6.5.35 provides full support for the PROXIMITY technology by updating the integrated surround panner Anymix Pro to the Anymix Pro PROXIMITY version. As soon as Anymix Pro is used with a PROXIMITY bus inside Nuendo, it turns into a command center for PROXIMITY game sound production by offering PROXIMITY effects and control parameters.

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It's Here Steinberg Cubase Elements 7 Education Edition

Based on the award-winning 32-bit floating-point Steinberg audio engine, Cubase Elements 7 supports 64 MIDI and 48 simultaneous audio tracks with up to 24-bit/192 kHz audio resolution. That’s higher sound quality than standard CDs, and it’s more than enough tracks for your home studio productions. The included Mix Console provides a stellar mixing experience with the full flexibility and integrated EQ/Dynamics channel strip modules for incredible console sound. Cubase Elements also comes with outstanding virtual instruments including HALion Sonic SE workstation, MPC-style Groove Agent ONE drum machine, and Prologue synthesizer, and also 44 stunning audio effect processors including Pitch Correct for vocal intonation correction, MorphFilter and VST Amp Rack guitar tone suite.