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Optimizing the Work Surface in Digital Mastering Studios

Authors: Kessler, Ralph

AES Convention 88 · Paper 2888 · March 1990

Abstract

This paper describes the conception and design of a new user interface for digital signal processing systems. First, the basic ergonomics of the sound engineer's work surface are analyzed. Then a control interface is developed utilizing computer graphics and a high resolution color display. The main features of the final system are: dynamic SMPTE timecode automation of all parameters including EQ, dynamics and mixing; database management of all user activities, bar code labeling of master tapes for fast retrieval; overflow logging; graphic editing facilities for EQ curves; audio dump to hard disc; and measurement capabilities (FFT and level metering).

Details

Published in
AES Convention 88
AES Convention
88
Paper number
2888
Publication date
March 6, 1990
Session subject
Systems and Measurements
Affiliation
Pinguin Computersysteme und digitale Studiotechnik, Munich,West Germany (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Convention Paper