Friday, August 31, 2012

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Teenage Engineering OP-1 got even crazier - Video

Posted: 31 Aug 2012 04:40 AM PDT

Teenage Engineering have worked on some extra accessories for the OP-1 Synth. CEO and head of design Jesper Kouthoofd visited The Verge where he introduced and showed these new accessories. Watch the video and let us know what you think!

XLN Audio releases Addictive Keys

Posted: 31 Aug 2012 02:50 AM PDT

Addictive Keys is a powerful tool for musicians, producers and songwriters, setting a new standard for virtual keyboard instruments. With its unique sound creation ability, smart workflow and fast loading times, Addictive Keys is suitable for any...

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Teenage Engineering OP-1 got even crazier - Video

Posted: 31 Aug 2012 04:40 AM PDT

Teenage Engineering have worked on some extra accessories for the OP-1 Synth. CEO and head of design Jesper Kouthoofd visited The Verge where he introduced and showed these new accessories. Watch the video and let us know what you think!

Thursday, August 30, 2012

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Pioneer DDJ-WeGO Announced

Posted: 30 Aug 2012 02:00 AM PDT

Mixing music just got easier, and a lot more fun, with the DDJ-WeGO. Anyone with a passion for dance music can play tracks and mix tunes with Pioneer\'s compact, easy-to-use DJ console. Aspiring DJs playing their favourite music through DJ software...

Meet, Learn, and Compete with Roland Guitar Friend Jam

Posted: 30 Aug 2012 01:45 AM PDT

Guitar Friend Jam Version 1.0, Roland\'s newest social media application, gives guitarists an exclusive chance to improve their skills, to network, and to showcase their talents with like-minded players from all over the world. Musicians using...

Denon introduces MC2000 DJ Controller

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 09:08 AM PDT

Today Denon DJ introduced the new MC2000 DJ controller. This controller is designed from the ground with Serato Dj Intro software in mind. It delivers Plug and Play with the most accessible DJ software around (we think!). The controller is USB...

Novation announces the MiniNova synthesizer

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 08:25 AM PDT

MiniNova is a compact, super-cool performance synth with the same sound engine as its big brother: the UltraNova. It comes with 256 incredible onboard sounds which you can tweak with 5 knobs, or totally warp with 8 \'animate\' buttons. MiniNova...

Jeremy Ellis on the new Native Instruments Maschine MKII

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 06:30 AM PDT

Only hours after the new Maschine leaked onto the internet and we braught you the first details, Native Instruments have made it all official and introduced the MKII version. Next to that they now have published an incredible performance from Jeremy...

Native Instruments Maschine MKII Introduced

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 03:56 AM PDT

Here it is, next-generation design, multi-colored pads, timestretching capabilities, and more. All in all, the New MASCHINE from Native Instruments is the same highly gratifying instrument that it\'s always been, combining pattern-based sequencing...

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Novation announces the MiniNova synthesizer

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 08:25 AM PDT

MiniNova is a compact, super-cool performance synth with the same sound engine as its big brother: the UltraNova. It comes with 256 incredible onboard sounds which you can tweak with 5 knobs, or totally warp with 8 \'animate\' buttons. MiniNova...

Jeremy Ellis on the new Native Instruments Maschine MKII

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 06:30 AM PDT

Only hours after the new Maschine leaked onto the internet and we braught you the first details, Native Instruments have made it all official and introduced the MKII version. Next to that they now have published an incredible performance from Jeremy...

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

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Percussa Soundor - Free Open Source FM Synth

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 03:05 AM PDT

PERCUSSA announced SOUNDOR, the free and open source FM Synthesizer for Max for Live, the visual programming environment in Ableton Live based on Cycling 74\'s Max/MSP. SOUNDOR is available as a free download from the Percussa website, and allows...

PSP Echo plugin released

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 02:41 AM PDT

PSP Echo is a high quality echo processor (plug-in AudioUnit, VST, RTAS AAX for Mac OSX (Universal Binary); VST, RTAS and AAX for Windows). PSP Echo’s powerful and unusual features combined with its smooth operation makes it ideal for all...

Mackie Introduces DLM 2000W Powered Loudspeakers

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 02:07 AM PDT

Mackie announced a new line of ultra-compact, powered loudspeakers offering a level of innovation never before seen in the world of portable sound reinforcement — DLM Series Powered Loudspeakers. Packed with cutting-edge technology, DLM...

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Percussa Soundor - Free Open Source FM Synth

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 03:05 AM PDT

PERCUSSA announced SOUNDOR, the free and open source FM Synthesizer for Max for Live, the visual programming environment in Ableton Live based on Cycling 74\'s Max/MSP. SOUNDOR is available as a free download from the Percussa website, and allows...

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

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Sarm Studios Graham Archer Hits It with a NAIL

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 02:05 AM PDT

Since joining Sarm Studios in 2005, Graham Archer has moved up the ranks to become one of Trevor Horn\'s top in-house engineers. Having recently engineered recordings for Seal, Robbie Williams, Massive Attack, Ellie Goulding and Madonna, Archer is...

LinPlug CrX4 for Mac and PC released

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 01:50 AM PDT

LinPlug hereby announces the release of the CrX4 Sample Synthesizer AU and VST plugin for Mac OS X and Windows PC. CrX4 is the successor to the CronoX 3 and uses any kind of samples as raw material for synthesis. CrX4 includes a range of virtual...

Massey Plugins CT5 Compressor released

Posted: 27 Aug 2012 11:24 PM PDT

Massey Plugins have released their long awaited compressor update, the CT5. The CT5 is a revision of their popular CT4 compressor. The sonic characteristics that made the CT4 such a versatile and easy-to-use compressor remain intact.

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Sarm Studios Graham Archer Hits It with a NAIL

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 02:05 AM PDT

Since joining Sarm Studios in 2005, Graham Archer has moved up the ranks to become one of Trevor Horn\'s top in-house engineers. Having recently engineered recordings for Seal, Robbie Williams, Massive Attack, Ellie Goulding and Madonna, Archer is...

Monday, August 27, 2012

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Tekit Audio updates APC plug-in to 1.3

Posted: 27 Aug 2012 12:29 AM PDT

APC VST synthesizer update 1.3 is available now. APC is a square wave synthesizer that creates \"low-fi\" sound, re-creation of a popular DIY circuit the Atari Punk Console.

Radical Piano Rack Extension released

Posted: 27 Aug 2012 12:23 AM PDT

Propellerhead has released Radical Piano for sale, a new Rack Extension instrument that brings a wide range of natural and bendable piano sounds to Reason and Reason Essentials. Using a blend of sampled pianos and physical modeling synthesis, Radical...

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Radical Piano Rack Extension released

Posted: 27 Aug 2012 12:23 AM PDT

Propellerhead has released Radical Piano for sale, a new Rack Extension instrument that brings a wide range of natural and bendable piano sounds to Reason and Reason Essentials. Using a blend of sampled pianos and physical modeling synthesis, Radical...

Friday, August 24, 2012

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Excellent DIY work - The Diva Controller

Posted: 23 Aug 2012 10:00 PM PDT

Mario is a good friend of Gearjunkies. We have posted already more of his great work he does on custom specialised software controllers. His latest work is a controller for the u-he Diva software synthesizer. Inside the controller there are 2 Doepfer...

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Excellent DIY work - The Diva Controller

Posted: 23 Aug 2012 10:00 PM PDT

Mario is a good friend of Gearjunkies. We have posted already more of his great work he does on custom specialised software controllers. His latest work is a controller for the u-he Diva software synthesizer. Inside the controller there are 2 Doepfer...

Thursday, August 23, 2012

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Positive Grid debut Beats Metronome, Jam Player, and AccuTune for iOS

Posted: 22 Aug 2012 11:43 PM PDT

Positive Grid announced the release of a trio of new iOS music-utility apps: Beats Metronome, Jam Player, and AccuTune. All offer the same high level of sound quality, features, and usability found in the company’s flagship app, JamUp Pro.

Native Instruments Introduces Conant Gardens Maschine Expansion

Posted: 22 Aug 2012 11:36 PM PDT

Native Instruments introduced CONANT GARDENS, a new MASCHINE Expansion that reflects the soulful side of Detroit – covering hip-hop, funk, afrobeat and deep house. Named after the district of Detroit renowned as the birthplace of many...

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Pianocade - Chiptunes synthesizer and MIDI controller

Posted: 22 Aug 2012 02:37 AM PDT

The Pianocade is a synthesizer designed to sound, look, and feel like vintage arcade games. It\'s easy for people who want to dive right in, powerful and feature-rich for people who want to tinker, and fun to play for everyone.

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

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Pianocade - Chiptunes synthesizer and MIDI controller

Posted: 22 Aug 2012 02:37 AM PDT

The Pianocade is a synthesizer designed to sound, look, and feel like vintage arcade games. It\'s easy for people who want to dive right in, powerful and feature-rich for people who want to tinker, and fun to play for everyone.

Nord Beat CoreMIDI Step Sequencer for iPad

Posted: 22 Aug 2012 01:14 AM PDT

Nord Beat is a 4-track CoreMIDI Step Sequencer for iPad. Nord Beat is a perfect companion for your Nord Drum and is available for free at the App Store!

Behringer X32 Digital Console Available Now

Posted: 21 Aug 2012 11:13 PM PDT

BEHRINGER’s X32 sets a new benchmark for digital live and recording consoles by delivering an incredibly comprehensive feature set and unprecedented value. Never have the features of ultra-high-end consoles such as motorized faders, LCD...

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

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SKYLIFE announces SampleRobot 4 Pro for Mac OS X

Posted: 21 Aug 2012 03:26 AM PDT

For the first time SampleRobot Pro will be available to the Mac community. From September on SKYLIFE’s sampling software includes a native installer for Mac OS X. 

Smartphone and Tablet support added to Pioneer rekordbox

Posted: 21 Aug 2012 01:50 AM PDT

With the recent increase of DJs who play using music files, many people are using music management software installed on computers to control the music they own. At the same time, the massive popularity of smartphones and tablets is leading to...

Zplane announces Vielklang Instant Harmony 2.0 Public Beta Version

Posted: 20 Aug 2012 04:09 AM PDT

zplane has announced that the upcoming version 2.0 of vielklang instant harmony is now available as a public beta version.

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More DSI Mopho x4 - Demo Video

Posted: 20 Aug 2012 02:46 AM PDT

Mopho x4 is the newest addition to DSI\'s revered line of analog subtractive synthesizers. Building upon the same award winning voice architecture of the Mopho and Mopho Keyboard, the Mopho x4 boasts huge sound and 4 voice polyphony in an ideally...

Monday, August 20, 2012

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More DSI Mopho x4 - Demo Video

Posted: 20 Aug 2012 02:46 AM PDT

Mopho x4 is the newest addition to DSI\'s revered line of analog subtractive synthesizers. Building upon the same award winning voice architecture of the Mopho and Mopho Keyboard, the Mopho x4 boasts huge sound and 4 voice polyphony in an ideally...

Tekit Audio updates Genobazz plug-in to 2.2

Posted: 20 Aug 2012 01:36 AM PDT

Tek\'it Audio has announced the updates of Genobazz their free bass synthesizer plug-in to version 2.2 and the releases of a free expansion. This new update of Genobazz has some bugs fixed, a new band pass filter, some minor improvements...

Mackie DL1608 Digital Live Sound Mixer Now Shipping

Posted: 19 Aug 2012 11:29 PM PDT

Announced earlier this year and easily one of the most anticipated compact live consoles with complete iPad control ever, the Mackie DL1608 16-Channel Digital Live Sound Mixer is now shipping. To meet unprecedented demand, Mackie has increased...

Steinberg Padshop Pro and Retrologue Trial Versions available

Posted: 19 Aug 2012 11:24 PM PDT

Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH released trial copies of their latest soft synthesizers, Padshop Pro and Retrologue.

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Steinberg Padshop Pro and Retrologue Trial Versions available

Posted: 19 Aug 2012 11:24 PM PDT

Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH released trial copies of their latest soft synthesizers, Padshop Pro and Retrologue.

Saturday, August 18, 2012

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AIAIAI TMA-1 Studio - Gearjunkies Review

Posted: 18 Aug 2012 03:10 AM PDT

Just like speakers, headphones are quite hard to pick because there are so many brands and models to choose from. With the Danish design of the AIAIAI TMA-1 Studio there is yet another model to choose from. Having dealt with various headsets during...

Something For The Weekend: Frente Cumbiero on Maschine

Posted: 17 Aug 2012 05:47 AM PDT

Mario Galeano Toro, one half of Colombia\'s hottest musical export Ondatrópica and musical mastermind behind the Colombian band Frente Cumbiero takes us on on a trip through the rich heritage of Colómbian music and performs a...

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AIAIAI TMA-1 Studio - Gearjunkies Review

Posted: 18 Aug 2012 03:10 AM PDT

Just like speakers, headphones are quite hard to pick because there are so many brands and models to choose from. With the Danish design of the AIAIAI TMA-1 Studio there is yet another model to choose from. Having dealt with various headsets during...