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Jay Asher

Jay is a Los Angeles-based composer, songwriter, arranger and orchestrator, conductor, keyboardist, as well as vocalist. As a composer, he is best known for scoring the New World Television series Zorro. Among the films and TV movies he has arranged, orchestrated and/or conducted are Paramount Pictures' Blame It On Rio and NBC's TV mini-series JFK: Reckless Youth. He has written songs that have been recorded by Julio Iglesias, Whitney Houston and Donna Summer, among others. Jay is an Apple Certified Trainer for Logic Pro X and the author of the book Going Pro With Logic Pro 9.

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Review: Proel Eikon EKD9 Dynamic Microphone

The new Eikon EKD9 dynamic microphone is comparable to the Shure KSM8 and other reputable mics. Jay Asher discovered the EKD9 performance mic punches well above its price tag.

Jay Asher / Audio Hardware

Feb. 19, 2021
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Review: Apogee Clearmountain's Domain Plugins

Apogee's latest multi-fx from legendary producer Bob Clearmountain have a refreshingly simple approach to audio processing. Jay Asher put them on test.

Jay Asher / Audio Software

Dec. 6, 2019
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Creating Articulation Sets in Logic Pro X

Logic now has new instruments in the Library that include Articulation Sets. In this tutorial, Jay Asher shows you how to achieve more natural sounding orchestral parts for any MIDI instrument.

Jay Asher / Audio Software

Oct. 7, 2019
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Two Logic Pro X Plug-ins You Are Not Using But Should Be

Logic's Multipressor and Adaptive Limiter plug-ins have some hidden talents that you may not know about, even if you have used the effects. Jay Asher reveals all...

Jay Asher / Audio Software

Sep. 29, 2019
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How To Create EXS24 Instruments From Third Party Sample Libraries With AutoSampler in Logic Pro X

Logic's EXS24 is still a powerful sampler and completely integrated into Logic Pro. Here's how to convert third party instruments to work with it using Autosampler.

Jay Asher / Audio Software

Sep. 2, 2019
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Review: EastWest Hollywood Pop Brass

Recorded in a pristine space with pro players, this latest sampled instrument from EastWest aims to cover all your pop brass programming and arranging needs.

Jay Asher / Audio Software

Aug. 15, 2019
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Get Creative With Drummer Regions In Logic Pro X

Harness the power of Logic Pro's Drummer to really take control of your beats, percussion parts and arrangements. Jay Asher is here to show you how it works.

Jay Asher / Audio Software

Jul. 30, 2019
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Review: Venice Modern Strings

This 55GB, 24-bit Kontakt library contains some of the best strings and articulations in the business, as Jay Asher discovered when he turned to it for his scoring needs.

Jay Asher / Audio Software

Jul. 8, 2019
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Review: Apogee FX Rack

Low latency, premium DSP-Native plugins, simple workflows and superior sound quality. Can Apogee's FX Rack really offer all this? Jay Asher found out.

Jay Asher / Audio Software

May. 16, 2019
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7 Common Logic Pro X Workflow Mistakes (To Avoid)

Logic Pro X is a deep application and it is easy to be less efficient with workflow than you could. In this article, we explore some workflow mistakes a user might unintentionally be making.

Jay Asher / Audio Software

May. 8, 2019
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Review: VSL Synchron Player

This new software player for VSL libraries represents an improvement over its predecessor in every way. Jay Asher took it for a test drive.

Jay Asher / Audio Software

Mar. 16, 2019
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Orchestration Tips: "Sauce Making" With Sample Libraries

What's the secret to making great-sounding orchestral parts? As Jay Asher explains, it's all in the sauce. Read on to find out the recipe...

Jay Asher / Audio Software

Mar. 2, 2019
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Review: Cinematic Studio Brass

This sampled brass instrument runs in the free Kontakt Player and brings the sound and feel of a lush horn section to your tracks. Jay Asher put it to the test.

Jay Asher / Audio Software

Jan. 22, 2019
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Review: Amadeus Symphonic Orchestra

A solid set of orchestral instruments and articulations for use in your productions, all for under $150? Jay Asher wonders if it can be true...

Jay Asher / Audio Software

Jan. 12, 2019
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6 MIDI Tricks & Features in Logic Pro X You May Not Know

These MIDI tips for Logic Pro X go beyond the basics - how many of them did you know about?

Jay Asher / Audio Software

Nov. 22, 2018
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Smart Tempo in Logic Pro X 10.4.2 - Get Perfect Timing Without A Click

Logic Pro X 10.4.2 brings Smart Tempo features to MIDI, freeing you from the click track if you so choose. Here's how to use its different modes to get a more natural performance.

Jay Asher / Audio Software

Oct. 11, 2018
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Review: Embertone Walker 1955 Steinway D

Embertone's Walker 1955 Steinway D offers a gorgeous acoustic piano sound at a reasonable price, and even comes with optional extra mic positions. Here's the lowdown.

Jay Asher / Audio Software

Jul. 28, 2018
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Review: Apogee MIC Plus

Apogee's MIC Plus comes with an excellent pedigree. Equally at home connected to your computer or iOS device, Jay Asher put it through its paces.

Jay Asher / Audio Hardware

Jun. 18, 2018
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Review: Best Service Celtic Era

If you need the sound of authentic Celtic acoustic instruments, Best Service's Celtic Era is going to prove a lot easier than tracking down someone who can play the Irish Bouzouki.

Jay Asher / Audio Software

May. 30, 2018
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EQ Shootout: Logic Pro 10.4 Vintage EQs VS UAD Emulations

The new Vintage EQ plug-ins that come with Logic Pro's 10.4 update may punch above their weight, but can they take on UAD's mighty DSP-powered emulations? Jay Asher finds out.

Jay Asher / Audio Software

Mar. 27, 2018
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Do You Make These Virtual Instrument & Audio Plugin Buying Mistakes?

Choosing which route to take when buying plugins and libraries can be tricky. Go all-in with one company, or mix and match? Is new better than old? Jay Asher shares his advice for smarter buying.

Jay Asher / Audio Software

Mar. 13, 2018

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