Sunday, June 30, 2013

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New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday #159

Posted: 29 Jun 2013 01:18 AM PDT

Below are some of the new releases we have encountered this week on the Loops and Samples front. Just like the quality of the audio software we use these days ...

Saturday, June 29, 2013

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New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday #159

Posted: 29 Jun 2013 01:18 AM PDT

Below are some of the new releases we have encountered this week on the Loops and Samples front. Just like the quality of the audio software we use these days ...

Something For The Weekend: Man Of Steel OST Drum Sessions

Posted: 28 Jun 2013 04:06 AM PDT

These past months we saw a few pictures on the Twitter feed of Junkie XL, showing some of the work he was doing with Hans Zimmer on the soundtrack for The Man Of Steel motion picture. The images were of a drum studio set up of twelve drum kits, all...

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New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday

Posted: 29 Jun 2013 01:18 AM PDT

Below are some of the new releases we have encountered this week on the Loops and Samples front. Just like the quality of the audio software we use these days ...

Something For The Weekend: Man Of Steel OST Drum Sessions

Posted: 28 Jun 2013 04:06 AM PDT

These past months we saw a few pictures on the Twitter feed of Junkie XL, showing some of the work he was doing with Hans Zimmer on the soundtrack for The Man Of Steel motion picture. The images were of a drum studio set up of twelve drum kits, all...

Friday, June 28, 2013

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Toolroom Records Producer Competition

Posted: 28 Jun 2013 03:18 AM PDT

Toolroom Records returns with another outstanding set of royalty free samples for you to enjoy! And to celebrate this release, they have launched a producer competition exclusively on Beatport, with a set of money can’t buy prizes!

New Daft Punk Album Powered with Universal Audio Hardware and Plug-Ins

Posted: 28 Jun 2013 03:07 AM PDT

Daft Punk\'s long-awaited return, Random Access Memories, is a glorious reimagining of late \'70s/early \'80s disco, circa 2013. Shooting to number one in 20 countries upon its release, Random Access Memories was mixed at Conway Studios in Los...

Korg Volca KEYS - Video Overview

Posted: 28 Jun 2013 02:13 AM PDT

One of the nicest surprises and unexpected new products was the Korg Volca series of small analog instruments at the past MusikMesse in Frankfurt. The volca series is a new line up consisting of three units: the volca Keys lead Synthesizer, the...

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New Daft Punk Album Powered with Universal Audio Hardware and Plug-Ins

Posted: 28 Jun 2013 03:07 AM PDT

Daft Punk\'s long-awaited return, Random Access Memories, is a glorious reimagining of late \'70s/early \'80s disco, circa 2013. Shooting to number one in 20 countries upon its release, Random Access Memories was mixed at Conway Studios in Los...

Korg Volca KEYS - Video Overview

Posted: 28 Jun 2013 02:13 AM PDT

One of the nicest surprises and unexpected new products was the Korg Volca series of small analog instruments at the past MusikMesse in Frankfurt. The volca series is a new line up consisting of three units: the volca Keys lead Synthesizer, the...

Thursday, June 27, 2013

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Pro Tools 11 compatibility with AAX Updater for Arturia Instruments

Posted: 27 Jun 2013 01:49 AM PDT

As of October 2011 — when Avid introduced its advanced AAX (Avid Audio Xtension) plug-in format with Pro Tools 10 to offer better workflows and sound parity when sharing sessions between DSP-accelerated and DSP-based Pro Tools...

Traktor Pro 2.6.2. with Kontrol Z1 support and Remix Decks Unlocked

Posted: 27 Jun 2013 01:43 AM PDT

Native Instruments have released version 2.6.2. of the Traktor Pro software. It is a usual (maintenance) update like many others, except for a few details. This version lets you unlock the Remix Decks. Now these decks can be mapped to all controllers...

Native Instruments expands Discover Series with Sounds of CUBA

Posted: 27 Jun 2013 12:59 AM PDT

Native Instruments today introduced the latest installment of their DISCOVERY SERIES – the range of KONTAKT Instruments based around specific musically vibrant locations. DISCOVERY SERIES – CUBA celebrates the sounds of the master...

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Pro Tools 11 compatibility with AAX Updater for Arturia Instruments

Posted: 27 Jun 2013 01:49 AM PDT

As of October 2011 — when Avid introduced its advanced AAX (Avid Audio Xtension) plug-in format with Pro Tools 10 to offer better workflows and sound parity when sharing sessions between DSP-accelerated and DSP-based Pro Tools...

Native Instruments expands Discover Series with Sounds of CUBA

Posted: 27 Jun 2013 12:59 AM PDT

Native Instruments today introduced the latest installment of their DISCOVERY SERIES – the range of KONTAKT Instruments based around specific musically vibrant locations. DISCOVERY SERIES – CUBA celebrates the sounds of the master...

Wednesday, June 26, 2013

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Sync Rekordbox and NI Traktor with Rekord Buddy

Posted: 26 Jun 2013 02:38 AM PDT

Rekord Buddy is the world\'s most advanced syncing tool for Traktor and Rekordbox. Whether you\'re a Traktor DJ who wants the flexibility of using CDJs for some of your gigs, a Rekordbox DJ who wants to give Traktor a try or a regular user of both...

Korg Volca BEAT - Video Overview

Posted: 26 Jun 2013 02:03 AM PDT

One of the nicest surprises and unexpected new products was the Korg Volca series of small analog instruments at the past MusikMesse in Frankfurt. The volca series is a new line up consisting of three units: the volca Keys lead Synthesizer, the...

Focusrite RedNet at Galaxy Studios Demonstration

Posted: 19 Jun 2013 01:46 AM PDT

With an invite by Focusrite, two Gearjunkies team members went on a roadtrip to the Belgian city of MOL, where one the best studios of Europe is located. At the Galaxy Studio they got a hands-on demonstration of the Focusrite Rednet audio system.

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Korg Volca BEAT - Video Overview

Posted: 26 Jun 2013 02:03 AM PDT

One of the nicest surprises and unexpected new products was the Korg Volca series of small analog instruments at the past MusikMesse in Frankfurt. The volca series is a new line up consisting of three units: the volca Keys lead Synthesizer, the...

Tuesday, June 25, 2013

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Korg classic Mono-Poly Available As Propellerhead Rack Extension

Posted: 25 Jun 2013 12:39 AM PDT

Mono/Poly for Reason uses Korg\'s proprietary CMT (Component Modeling Technology) to precisely model the electronic circuitry of the original analog instrument, capturing the exact sound and parameter response of the original. Originally...

Sonalksis Plug-Ins Explained by Groove 3

Posted: 25 Jun 2013 12:34 AM PDT

Groove 3 have cooked up something special for Sonalksis users! Right now you can get their \"Sonalksis Plug-Ins Explained\" video tutorials at an amazing price during their month long \"The More You Spend, The More You Save\" sale. Spend $25 and...

Slate Digital Introduces Virtual Buss Compressors

Posted: 25 Jun 2013 12:24 AM PDT

Virtual Buss Compressors comprises three unique sounding, 100% analog modeled dynamic processors that are ideal for program material including full mixes, mastering, drums, group mixes, and more. Every nuance of real analog compressors has been...

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Korg classic Mono-Poly Available As Propellerhead Rack Extension

Posted: 25 Jun 2013 12:39 AM PDT

Mono/Poly for Reason uses Korg\'s proprietary CMT (Component Modeling Technology) to precisely model the electronic circuitry of the original analog instrument, capturing the exact sound and parameter response of the original. Originally...

Sonalksis Plug-Ins Explained by Groove 3

Posted: 25 Jun 2013 12:34 AM PDT

Groove 3 have cooked up something special for Sonalksis users! Right now you can get their \"Sonalksis Plug-Ins Explained\" video tutorials at an amazing price during their month long \"The More You Spend, The More You Save\" sale. Spend $25 and...

Monday, June 24, 2013

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ART Introduces Autotune Equipped Tube Preamp

Posted: 24 Jun 2013 01:59 AM PDT

The Auto-Tune Pre combines an ART tube preamp channel with integrated Antares Auto-Tune® processing in a compact accessible package ideal for studio or stage. Now live artists can easily add high quality Antares pitch processing without the...

Radial introduces the StageDirect - muting direct box

Posted: 24 Jun 2013 01:20 AM PDT

Radial Engineering is pleased to announce the StageDirect - a unique direct box that combines all of the standard features one would find in a DI with the added convenience of being able to mute the signal using a footswitch for silent on-stage...

Sunday, June 23, 2013

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Blue Cat Audio Updates 12 Audio Plug-Ins - PT11 Support

Posted: 23 Jun 2013 01:14 AM PDT

Blue Cat Audio has released a new version of twelve of its professional audio plug-ins: Blue Cat\'s DP Meter Pro (audio levels meter), FreqAnalyst Multi (multiple tracks spectrum analyzer), Oscilloscope Multi (multiple tracks waveform visualizer)...

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algoriddim vjay for free this week!

Posted: 22 Jun 2013 03:34 AM PDT

Meet the all-new vjay, enhanced for iPhone and iPad! It’s our biggest update yet. Take your video mash-ups to another level with unprecedented tools to seamlessly mix and scratch video content just as a DJ would with music. Update today!...

Something For The Weekend: The Office Vinyl Turntable

Posted: 21 Jun 2013 04:59 AM PDT

Cleaver people with their cleaver ideas! The people at Kontor Records wanted to come up with an idea to improve the result on their promo mailings. They came up with the idea to grab the attention by using good old \'vinyl\'. But with vinyl you need...

Two New House Music courses from Producertech Available

Posted: 21 Jun 2013 01:45 AM PDT

This month, Producertech have unveiled two fantastic additions to their range of online courses, both of which uncover the secrets behind producing professional-quality house music with Logic Pro. The first of these courses is by none other than Dale...

Saturday, June 22, 2013

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FabFilter releases updates for all plugins

Posted: 22 Jun 2013 03:42 AM PDT

FabFilter has updated all plug-ins to add 64-bit AAX support, enabling all FabFilter users to start working with Pro Tools 11 immediately after its release. The update also includes various bug fixes and small improvements that benefit all plug-in...

algoriddim vjay for free this week!

Posted: 22 Jun 2013 03:34 AM PDT

Meet the all-new vjay, enhanced for iPhone and iPad! It’s our biggest update yet. Take your video mash-ups to another level with unprecedented tools to seamlessly mix and scratch video content just as a DJ would with music. Update today!...

Friday, June 21, 2013

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Something For The Weekend: The Office Vinyl Turntable

Posted: 21 Jun 2013 04:59 AM PDT

Cleaver people with their cleaver ideas! The people at Kontor Records wanted to come up with an idea to improve the result on their promo mailings. They came up with the idea to grab the attention by using good old \'vinyl\'. But with vinyl you need...

Virsyn iVoxel Vocoder now supports Audiobus and iPhone 5

Posted: 21 Jun 2013 02:11 AM PDT

Virsyn is happy to announce Version 2.5 of iVoxel with Audiobus support and iPhone 5 graphics support.

Nomad Factory COSMOS and the MAGNETICS Bundle II Available Now

Posted: 21 Jun 2013 02:02 AM PDT

Nomad Factory is proud to announce the launch of COSMOS, an amazing tool for sonic enhancement and low-end fattening that will elevate the sound of your tracks to soaring new heights.

Two New House Music courses from Producertech Available

Posted: 21 Jun 2013 01:45 AM PDT

This month, Producertech have unveiled two fantastic additions to their range of online courses, both of which uncover the secrets behind producing professional-quality house music with Logic Pro. The first of these courses is by none other than Dale...

Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 Limited Time Sale

Posted: 20 Jun 2013 08:36 AM PDT

Native Instruments today launched a limited time offer for the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 – the all-in-one 4+1 channel DJ system. This new price of $599 / 599 € /¥ 59,800 is valid at the NI Online Shop and at participating retailers, and...

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Propellerhead release Thor Synth for iPad

Posted: 20 Jun 2013 03:26 AM PDT

Today Propellerhead announces the immediate availability of Thor for iPad. Reason\'s flagship synth makes a leap to the iOS platform and offers a custom mobile interface, expressive playing features and the same great sound as in Reason.

Thursday, June 20, 2013

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Propellerhead release Thor Synth for iPad

Posted: 20 Jun 2013 03:26 AM PDT

Today Propellerhead announces the immediate availability of Thor for iPad. Reason\'s flagship synth makes a leap to the iOS platform and offers a custom mobile interface, expressive playing features and the same great sound as in Reason.

iZotope Ozone 5 Advanced featured in amazing music project

Posted: 20 Jun 2013 12:48 AM PDT

\"Making music with your mind\" sounds like a sci-fi fantasy, but the fantasy has become reality for several physically-disabled music fans. iZotope user DJ Fresh was there as part of this inspiring project sponsored by Smirnoff. Watch the...

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iZotope Ozone 5 Advanced featured in amazing music project

Posted: 20 Jun 2013 12:48 AM PDT

\"Making music with your mind\" sounds like a sci-fi fantasy, but the fantasy has become reality for several physically-disabled music fans. iZotope user DJ Fresh was there as part of this inspiring project sponsored by Smirnoff. Watch the...

Wednesday, June 19, 2013

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Allen & Heath new GLD firmware v.1.2 released

Posted: 19 Jun 2013 01:49 AM PDT

Allen & Heath has released a new firmware update for its GLD digital mixing system. V1.2 introduces several new features, including support for the new GLD-112 mixer, 4 new effects unique to the GLD system, as well as many additions in response...

Sample Magic announces five-day Production Academy

Posted: 19 Jun 2013 01:15 AM PDT

Sample Magic has announced the launch of a new five-day Production Academy with Sound on Sound’s Paul White. The Production Academy is the latest educational offering from Sample Magic, an immersive five-day music recording and production...

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Sample Magic announces five-day Production Academy

Posted: 19 Jun 2013 01:15 AM PDT

Sample Magic has announced the launch of a new five-day Production Academy with Sound on Sound’s Paul White. The Production Academy is the latest educational offering from Sample Magic, an immersive five-day music recording and production...

Tuesday, June 18, 2013

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Under My Skin: personalized DJ skins for Reloop Controllers

Posted: 18 Jun 2013 01:38 AM PDT

Personalize your Reloop controller! Thanks to the co-operation of Reloop and DJ-Skins.com it is now possible to design your own individual skin for your Reloop controller. 

In the studio with Teddy Riley - Video

Posted: 18 Jun 2013 01:07 AM PDT

Novation TV spent a day with Teddy, where he showed them around Future Recording Studios 2 and played a brand new version of Guy\'s 1988 hit \'Teddy\'s Jam\' on the Novation MiniNova.

Steinberg releases new Cubase Elements 7

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 01:01 PM PDT

Steinberg today released Cubase Elements 7, the newest addition to the Cubase 7 line-up. Cubase Elements 7 is state-of-the art technology and quality provided in a moderately priced music production software that throws its doors wide open to the...