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By Computer Music ( Computer Music ) published 9 September 2016

He's Bizarre Inc, Chicken Lips and The Emperor Machine… and it turns out he loves using presets!

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Apple Logic Pro 9

Apple Logic Pro 9

"I've seen version 'X' and it looks brilliant, but I'm too scared to change over because I'm going to have to learn a whole load of new stuff.

"Apart from Cubase in the early days, Logic has been my main platform. It's a great all-rounder; the EQs are good, the layout, the Stereo Spread, the compressors, the audio quality… what more do you want from a DAW?"

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Softube Tube-Tech CL 1B

“The Logic compressors are good, but this is in another league. It gets used on every track and I only use the one preset: Final Mix Warmer.

"Sorry if using presets offends you, but I get fantastic results every time. I did use the real thing some years back and, to my ears, this sounds just as good.”

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“I have to mention this because, along with the Tube-Tech, it makes up my studio master setting. And again, I use presets. Usually I start with the Hi-Res CD Master and make a few tweaks.

"To be honest, I’ve never been one of those producers who overdoses on compression and limiting; I’m just trying to subtly bring the parts of a track together.”

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“When I eventually found this, I was so happy because it seemed to make every vocal sound… right. Stick in on, pull down the bass, roll up the treble a touch and you’re 90% there.

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