MusicTech August 2018

The world of sound design is a fertile industry right now, with different mediums such as film, television and video gaming constantly requiring fresh sonic environments – hence the influx of various different plug-ins and instruments, which are built to cater for those aural visionaries who make a living through building worlds using their music. In our lead feature this month we highlight many of the best tools of the trade to equip you to experiment yourself, we present step-by-step guides to various processes, as well as interviews with those whose careers have been built in the world of professional sound design, quite often by blending it with their music-making process. Elsewhere, we speak to former Stereophonics drummer Javier Weyler, whose company Breaking Waves facilitate the sonic needs of filmmakers in innovative, creative ways. We also talk to mix engineer Giles Barrett about his boat-based studio (yes, you read that right!). Of course we've got our usual range of in-depth reviews and an ever-expanding tutorial section – including a brand new Reason series.