By Paul Maunder – This article originally appeared on Pro Tools Expert
Paul Maunder provides an in-depth look at the new features seen in the Audio Design Desk version 1.6. These new features augment the already comprehensive application, combining the power of live sound and music creation with maximum efficiency.
Used by professional creators, including those shows found on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and HBOMax to create amazing sound design at a lightning-fast speed. With version 1.6, Audio Design Desk expands its offerings by implementing multitrack recording and DAWSync, making it can a supercharged plug-in – that now bring the 2020 NAB Best of Show award-winning workflow to any DAW.
Beatmakers and producers are also catered for, as Audio Design Desk introduces LoopDNA, an algorithm that makes creating songs in real-time even quicker through Audio Design Desk’s powerful replacement tools. Bring it drums, bass, chords and leads, stack and replace, all in real-time to create your unique composition with a few button clicks.
What’s New In Version 1.6?
DAWSync
Effortlessly sync Audio Design Desk to any DAW including Pro Tools, Nuendo, Studio One, and Logic to add sound design, sound effects, and music 10x faster.
LoopDNA
Audio Design Desk knows your loops from Splice or LoopCloud — so replacing, time stretching, and mixing and matching is immediate. LoopDNA brings the full power of Audio Design Desk to every sample you import, offering users a real-time creative experience that keeps them in their flow.
Audio Recording
Now musicians and podcasters can record directly into Audio Design Desk without the need for an additional DAW. New features include advanced snap settings to duplicate, trim, and place music to the beat, the ability to automatically quantize sounds as you’re placing them, and a metronome you will actually like.
Pricing and Availability
Audio Design Desk starts at $15 per month for the Produce package and the full professional suite version is $30 per month or available at $399 for a perpetual license. For full details, head over to Audio Design Desk’s website.