Sample Magic

Sample Magic
Opened 2006
Format 24-bit Wav,
Apple Loops,
RMX-ready Rex2 loops
HALion
EXS24
Reason ReFill
Restrictions None
Preview 2:30 minute previews
Website www.samplemagic.com

Sample Magic is a pro-audio music production company based in London, UK.

They produce, publish and sell royalty-free pro-audio sample packs, synth presets and MIDI content via their online music store and third party distributors such as Beatport and Sounds To Sample.[1] The company works closely with major DAW and software developers including Ableton,[2] Logic,[3] Steinberg[4] and Propellerhead.[5]

The output and consistency of their products led M Magazine to label them “the world’s leading provider of pro-audio loops and samples to music producers across a range of genres,”[6] with a “reputation for providing bespoke samples to cater to the needs of a wide variety of music producers” according to Resident Advisor.[7]

Sample Magic also develop the Magic AB Plugin, which received critical acclaim from the industry.

They have recently been announced as one of the first providers of sample music to the new subscription streaming service Splice Sounds.[8][9]

History

Sample Magic was founded in 2006 by Sharooz Raoofi and David Felton. They set up the site to retail products designed specifically for electronic music producers across a range of genres[10]

Their reputation quickly grew following their award for Remix Magazine Technology’s Best Sample Collection for 2007.[11]

Samples

Their royalty-free sample products are encoded in a variety of formats, including 24-bit Wav, RMX- ready Rex2 loops, Apple Loops, HALion, EXS24 and Reason ReFill formats.[12]

Sample Magic's latest samples and releases are regularly reviewed by industry leading music publications MusicRadar,[13] Future Music,[14] and Resident Advisor.[15]

Publishing

In 2010, Sample Magic opened its publishing arm with the publication of The Secrets of House Music Production, written by Marc Adamo, and featuring interviews with leading producers such as Wolfgang Gartner, Mark Knight and Way Out West. It received the MusicTech Choice Award and a rating of 9/10.[16]

In 2011 Sample Magic released its second book, The Producer’s Manual, written by Sound On Sound Editor-in-Chief Paul White. The book focuses on traditional approaches to studio recording and production and details pro techniques, practical photos, illustrations and step-by-step walkthroughs. It too received critical praise.[17]

Sample Magic published its third book in 2013, Classic Tracks, by New York Times best-selling author Richard Buskin. It details the true stories behind 68 seminal pop recordings from the likes of The Beatles, Nirvana, The xx, The Who and Justice.

Courses

In 2012 Sample Magic began a series of summer music production courses in London, in collaboration with Alchemea audio college.[18] The courses are taught by Sample Magic lecturers and industry professionals including mix engineers, mastering engineers and record label representatives.

Magic AB Plugin

Sample Magic entered the pro audio plugin market in 2012 with the release of Magic AB, a utility reference plugin allowing music producers to instantly switch between the project they’re working on and up to nine user-loaded reference tracks.

Magic AB received critical acclaim, described as “ingenious” by Sound On Sound Magazine,[19] “a simple idea that works perfectly” by Attack Magazine[20] and "A plug-in that everyone could benefit from” by Music Tech Magazine.[21]

References

  1. ↑ Beatport, LLC. "Sample Magic". beatport.com.
  2. ↑ "Packs by Sample Magic - Ableton". ableton.com.
  3. ↑ "Apple (United Kingdom) - Logic Pro X - In Depth". Apple.
  4. ↑ Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH. "VST Sound Loop Sets". http://www.steinberg.net/. External link in |work= (help)
  5. ↑ "Browse". propellerheads.se.
  6. ↑ "Review - The Producer's Manual, Paul White". M magazine: PRS for Music online magazine.
  7. ↑ "Sample Magic Sample Libraries". Resident Advisor.
  8. ↑ "Get samples on subscription with Splice Sounds". MusicRadar: The No.1 website for musicians.
  9. ↑ "Splice Announces Sample Subscription Service". Less Than 3.
  10. ↑ "NAMM 2008: Meet The Developer… Sharooz Raoofi". Beatport Buzz.
  11. ↑ "NAMM 2008: Meet The Developer… Sharooz Raoofi". Beatport Buzz.
  12. ↑ "Product Spotlight: Sample Magic Nu-Rave sample library". Beatport Buzz.
  13. ↑ "Round-up: 10 new sample packs". MusicRadar The No.1 website for musicians.
  14. ↑ "Sample Magic Unleashes Tech House Sample Pack". FutureMusic.
  15. ↑ "Radio Slave - Sample Magic collection". Resident Advisor.
  16. ↑ "Music Tech Magazine - Book Review - The Secrets of House Music Production". thesecretsofhousemusicproduction.co.
  17. ↑ "Review - The Producer's Manual, Paul White". M magazine: PRS for Music online magazine.
  18. ↑ "Attack, Sample Magic & Alchemea Announce 2015 Courses". Attack Magazine.
  19. ↑ "Sample Magic Magic AB". soundonsound.com.
  20. ↑ "Magic A/B - Attack Magazine". Attack Magazine.
  21. ↑ "Sample Magic Magic A/B Review". MusicTech.
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