AES San Francisco 2008
Technical Tour Details
Thursday, October 2, 9:00 am — 11:30 amTT1 - San Francisco Conservatory of Music/Kirkegaard Associates
Abstract:
Founded in 1917, the SFCM is recognized as one of the world’s leading music schools. Its more than 1,200 students and faculty present over 1,500 public performances annually to 100,000+ Bay Area residents and visitors. The Conservatory’s $80 million teaching, performance, rehearsal and practice complex opened in the SF Civic Center in Sept. 2006. This tour will include a presentation by acoustical treatment experts Kirkegaard Associates.
Note: Maximum of 40 participants per tour.
Technical Tours are made available on a first come, first served basis. Tickets can be purchased during normal registration hours at the convention center.
Price: $30 (members), $40 (nonmembers)
Thursday, October 2, 2:30 pm — 6:00 pm
Fantasy Studios, Berkeley
Abstract:
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More information to come.
Technical Tours are made available on a first come, first served basis. Tickets can be purchased during normal registration hours at the convention center.
Price: $35 (members), $45 (nonmembers)
Thursday, October 2, 2:30 pm — 6:00 pm
TT2 - Dolby Laboratories, San Francisco
Abstract:
Visit legendary Dolby Laboratories’ headquarters while you are in San Francisco. Dolby, known for its more than 40 years of audio innovation and leadership, will showcase its latest technologies (audio and video) for high-definition packaged disc media and digital cinema. Demonstrations will take place in Dolby’s state-of-the-art listening rooms, and in their world-class Presentation Studio.
Dolby Laboratories (NYSE:DLB) is the global leader in technologies that are essential elements in the best entertainment experiences. Founded in 1965 and best known for high-quality audio and surround sound, Dolby innovations enrich entertainment at the movies, at home, or on the go. Visit http://www.dolby.com for more information.
Note: Maximum of 40 participants per tour.
Technical Tours are made available on a first come, first served basis. Tickets can be purchased during normal registration hours at the convention center.
Price: $30 (members), $40 (nonmembers)
Friday, October 3, 9:00 am — 12:00 pm
TT3 - Center for New Music and Audio Technology, UC Berkeley
Abstract:
The UC Berkeley Center for New Music and Audio Technologies (CNMAT) houses programs in research, pedagogy, and public performance that are focused on the creative interaction between music and technology. CNMAT's pedagogy program is highly integrated with the Department of Music's graduate program in composition, while the research program is linked with other disciplines and departments on campus such as architecture, mathematics, statistics, mechanical engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, psychology, cognitive science, physics, space sciences, the Center for New Media, and the Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies. Presenters David Wessel (Co-Director, CNMAT) and Adrian Freed (Research Director, CNMAT) will give an overview of CNMAT research projects. For more information, visit http://cnmat.berkeley.edu/.
All visitors are required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement to enter the facility.
Note: Maximum of 47 participants per tour.
Technical Tours are made available on a first come, first served basis. Tickets can be purchased during normal registration hours at the convention center.
Price: $35 (members), $45 (nonmembers)
Friday, October 3, 10:00 am — 12:30 pm
TT4 - Paul Stubblebine Mastering/The Tape Project, San Francisco
Abstract:
A world-class mastering studio with credits that include classic recordings for The Grateful Dead and Santana and such new artists as Ferron, California Zephyr, and Jennifer Berezan. Now deeply involved with DVD as well as traditional audio mastering, the studio recently moved to a larger, full service Mission Street complex. The Tape Project remasters recordings for analog tape distribution.
Note: Maximum of 20 participants per tour.
Technical Tours are made available on a first come, first served basis. Tickets can be purchased during normal registration hours at the convention center.
Price: $30 (members), $40 (nonmembers)
Friday, October 3, 12:00 pm — 2:30 pm
TT5 - Singer V7 Studios/Universal Audio, San Francisco
Abstract:
Four-time Emmy Award-Winning Composer/Producer/Performer/Writer, & Director Scott Singer has been at the cutting edge of technology-based entertainment for three decades. Most recently Mr. Singer was the Technical Musical Director and Assistant Director for the High-Definition DVD live recordings of Boz Scaggs’ Jazz Album and Greatest Hits, and the HD simulcast of the San Francisco Opera Rigoletto.
Now in its 24th year of operation, Singer Productions and Singer Studios V7 continues to serve as a state of the art recording facility for both Mr. Singer’s projects as well as many other talented recording artists and performers. Scott has just completed a full studio remodel (Version 7) adding the world’s first Bentley Edition Recording Suite—featuring a custom British mixing desk from John Oram/Trident, the “GP40,” as well as classic high-end components from Neve, SSL, Universal Audio, RCA, and GML.
State of the Emulation
Dave Berners will be co-presenting an answering questions on plug-in
emulations. They will demo UA gear, with in-studio live vocals by singer
Kyah Doran.
Note: Maximum of 30 participants per tour.
Technical Tours are made available on a first come, first served basis. Tickets can be purchased during normal registration hours at the convention center.
Price: $30 (members), $40 (nonmembers)
Friday, October 3, 2:00 pm — 6:00 pm
TT6 - Tarpan Studios/Ursa Minor Arts & Media, San Rafael
Abstract:
World-renowned producer/artist Narada Michael Walden has owned this gem-like studio for over twenty years. During that time artists such as Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Steve Winwood, Kenny G, and Sting have recorded gold and platinum albums here. The tour will also include URSA Minor Arts & Media, an innovative web and multimedia production company.
Note: Maximum of 20 participants per tour.
Technical Tours are made available on a first come, first served basis. Tickets can be purchased during normal registration hours at the convention center.
Price: $35 (members), $45 (nonmembers)
Friday, October 3, 2:15 pm — 5:15 pm
TT7 - Sony Computer Entertainment America, Foster City
Abstract:
Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. (SCEA) audio facility in Foster City, CA was constructed in 2006 to create exceptional audio support for the PlayStation® family of products. This 13-room facility, in partnership with it’s 15-room sister facility in San Diego, provides dialog, music, and sound design support for first party games on the PS3™, PSP®, and PlayStation®2 game platforms. The Foster City facility has eleven 5.1 sound pods, one 7.1 mix room, and a recording studio. All rooms have hardware and software parity with the San Diego facility so project work can be shared and teams sizes can scale through out the development cycle of a game. All rooms are THX approved and have Mac and PC computers running in an external machine room. Monitors are custom designed by Pelonis Sound and Acoustics, Inc.
God of War®, Uncharted- Drakes Fortune™, SOCOM: US Navy SEALs, and MLB 08 The Show™ are some of the titles that have benefited from music, sound design, and dialog work created in the Foster City and San Diego audio facilities.
SCEA policy requires all visitors to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement to enter the facility.
Note: Maximum of 46 participants per tour.
Technical Tours are made available on a first come, first served basis. Tickets can be purchased during normal registration hours at the convention center.
Price: $35 (members), $45 (nonmembers)
Friday, October 3, 2:30 pm — 5:00 pm
TT8 - Singer V7 Studios/Universal Audio, San Francisco
Abstract:
Four-time Emmy Award-Winning Composer/Producer/Performer/Writer, and Director Scott Singer has been at the cutting edge of technology-based entertainment for three decades. Most recently Mr. Singer was the Technical Musical Director and Assistant Director for the High-Definition DVD live recordings of Boz Scaggs’ Jazz Album and Greatest Hits, and the HD simulcast of the San Francisco Opera Rigoletto.
Now in its 24th year of operation, Singer Productions and Singer Studios V7 continues to serve as a state of the art recording facility for both Mr. Singer’s projects as well as many other talented recording artists and performers. Scott has just completed a full studio remodel (Version 7) adding the world’s first Bentley Edition Recording Suite—featuring a custom British mixing desk from John Oram/Trident, the “GP40,” as well as classic high-end components from Neve, SSL, Universal Audio, RCA, and GML.
State of the Emulation
Dave Berners will be co-presenting an answering questions on plug-in
emulations. They will demo UA gear, with in-studio live vocals by singer
Kyah Doran.
Note: Maximum of 30 participants per tour.
Technical Tours are made available on a first come, first served basis. Tickets can be purchased during normal registration hours at the convention center.
Price: $30 (members), $40 (nonmembers)
Friday, October 3, 4:30 pm — 7:00 pm
TT9 - Singer V7 Studios/Universal Audio, San Francisco
Abstract:
Four-time Emmy Award-Winning Composer/Producer/Performer/Writer, & Director Scott Singer has been at the cutting edge of technology-based entertainment for three decades. Most recently Mr. Singer was the Technical Musical Director and Assistant Director for the High-Definition DVD live recordings of Boz Scaggs’ Jazz Album and Greatest Hits, and the HD simulcast of the San Francisco Opera Rigoletto.
Now in its 24th year of operation, Singer Productions and Singer Studios V7 continues to serve as a state of the art recording facility for both Mr. Singer’s projects as well as many other talented recording artists and performers. Scott has just completed a full studio remodel (Version 7) adding the world’s first Bentley Edition Recording Suite—featuring a custom British mixing desk from John Oram/Trident, the “GP40,” as well as classic high-end components from Neve, SSL, Universal Audio, RCA, and GML.
State of the Emulation
Dave Berners will be co-presenting an answering questions on plug-in
emulations. They will demo UA gear, with in-studio live vocals by singer
Kyah Doran.
Note: Maximum of 30 participants per tour.
Technical Tours are made available on a first come, first served basis. Tickets can be purchased during normal registration hours at the convention center.
Price: $30 (members), $40 (nonmembers)
Saturday, October 4, 11:00 am — 12:30 pm
TT12 - Pyramind, San Francisco
Abstract:
Pyramind is a leading-edge production and training facility located in the heart of San Francisco's creative development community. Pyramind provides sound development services and music production for the biggest names in screen and interactive entertainment. Its unique integrated approach to production and training provides education and expertise in a working studio environment. Pyramind works with clients and students alike to realize their professional and creative goals by providing production services and a proven audio training curriculum that reflect evolving industry needs.
Note: Maximum of 30 participants per tour.
Technical Tours are made available on a first come, first served basis. Tickets can be purchased during normal registration hours at the convention center.
Price: $30 (members), $40 (nonmembers)
Saturday, October 4, 2:00 pm — 4:00 pm
TT14 - WAM Studios, San Francisco
Abstract:
Women's Audio Mission is a San Francisco-based, non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of women in music production and the recording arts. In a field where women are chronically under-represented (less than 5%), WAM seeks to "change the face of sound" by providing hands-on training, experience, career counseling, and job placement to women and girls in media technology for music, radio, film, television, and the internet. WAM believes that women's mastery of music technology and inclusion in the production process will expand the vision and voice of media and popular culture.
Note: Maximum of 20 participants per tour.
Technical Tours are made available on a first come, first served basis. Tickets can be purchased during normal registration hours at the convention center.
Price: $30 (members), $40 (nonmembers)