Modern sound design Asbjoern Andersen

Posted by Asbjoern Andersen in Sound community highlights


Mashall McGee has noticed a growing trend in modern sound design, and in the video below, he explores that trend, looks at how it's done - and ponders whether it's on the verge of being overused:
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    Quietsub FX Complete Bundle

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