Saturday, November 30, 2013

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New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday #181

Posted: 30 Nov 2013 01:20 AM PST

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: Recreate 38 Daft Punk songs in 5 minutes!

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 09:33 AM PST

Introducing are a unique live prospect. Playing Daft Punks ‘Discovery’ album from 2001, live from start-to-finish this six piece band, stage whole albums previously thought unperformable. Their first project was DJ Shadow’s...

Steinberg updates Cubase and Cubase Artist to version 7.5

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 03:19 AM PST

Steinberg announced significant updates to its award-winning music production systems, Cubase and Cubase Artist, available in December. Version 7.5 incorporates important workflow enhancements, version updates to its instruments and new effects to...

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Something For The Weekend: Recreate 38 Daft Punk songs in 5 minutes!

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 09:33 AM PST

Introducing are a unique live prospect. Playing Daft Punks ‘Discovery’ album from 2001, live from start-to-finish this six piece band, stage whole albums previously thought unperformable. Their first project was DJ Shadow’s...

MiniMoog Model D sounds for Animoog available now

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 12:57 AM PST

Moog Music announced the release of “The Minimoog Model D Expansion Pack” for their award winning iOS synthesizer, Animoog. The expansion pack includes 69 Timbres extracted from a vintage Minimoog Model D analog synthesizer, and 213...

Friday, November 29, 2013

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RME starts shipping MADIface XT USB3 Audio Interface

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 02:03 AM PST

RME\'s MADIface XT is the world\'s first USB3 audio interface - and the world\'s smallest portable interface that provides access to hundreds of audio channels in such a small package. RME has started to ship this new audio interface worldwide now.

MiniMoog Model D sounds for Animoog available now

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 12:57 AM PST

Moog Music announced the release of “The Minimoog Model D Expansion Pack” for their award winning iOS synthesizer, Animoog. The expansion pack includes 69 Timbres extracted from a vintage Minimoog Model D analog synthesizer, and 213...

Thursday, November 28, 2013

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FabFilter Pro-MB Multiband Compressor - Gearjunkies Review

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 10:18 AM PST

Multi-band compression has been around for quite some time and even in the digital realm is accepted as common. But to this regard one could have predicted innovations in that field. Fabfilter implemented these innovations and present to us a new...

Electro-Harmonix Introduce the Big Muff Pi - Nanosize version

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 12:30 AM PST

In describing this new version of a company classic, EHX Founder and President, Mike Matthews, stated: “The new Nano Big Muff Pi works and sounds identical in every way to the NYC Big Muff Pi. We simply shrunk it without changing its rich...

New XT-Series Plug-in and Free v2.4 Update for Mixbus from Harrison Consoles

Posted: 27 Nov 2013 04:34 AM PST

Harrison is proud to announce the availability of the FREE v2.4 update for Mixbus. This update brings numerous fixes, as well as a new addition to Harrison’s XT series for Mixbus: the XT-BC Bass Character plug-in.  ...

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FabFilter Pro-MB Multiband Compressor - Gearjunkies Review

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 10:18 AM PST

Multi-band compression has been around for quite some time and even in the digital realm is accepted as common. But to this regard one could have predicted innovations in that field. Fabfilter implemented these innovations and present to us a new...

Tone 2 Nemisis Synth coming soon

Posted: 27 Nov 2013 04:02 AM PST

Tone2 have introduced the new plugin synth called Nemesis, which will be available the 1st of December. Nemesis features no fewer than 22 combinable synthesis types! expanding FM with synthesis methods such as Additive, Formant, Wavetables,...

Compact bass synth with analog filter - MeeBlip anode

Posted: 27 Nov 2013 01:58 AM PST

Blipsonic and CDM (createdigitalmusic.com) yesterday announced MeeBlip anode. Combining an analog filter with unique digital sound sources, all in an easy-to-understand, compact sound package, it’s synth hardware anyone can enjoy immediately.

Wednesday, November 27, 2013

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Tone 2 Nemisis Synth coming soon

Posted: 27 Nov 2013 04:02 AM PST

Tone2 have introduced the new plugin synth called Nemesis, which will be available the 1st of December. Nemesis features no fewer than 22 combinable synthesis types! expanding FM with synthesis methods such as Additive, Formant, Wavetables,...

Compact bass synth with analog filter - MeeBlip anode

Posted: 27 Nov 2013 01:58 AM PST

Blipsonic and CDM (createdigitalmusic.com) yesterday announced MeeBlip anode. Combining an analog filter with unique digital sound sources, all in an easy-to-understand, compact sound package, it’s synth hardware anyone can enjoy immediately.

Elektron Analog Keys available from december 5

Posted: 26 Nov 2013 10:22 AM PST

Well here it is, the official statement by Elektron on their new machine, the Analog Keys synthesizer. The Analog Keys is a four voice flagship analog synthesizer, conceived with the modern artist in mind. Fully analog signal path, digital controls...

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Elektron Analog Keys available from december 5

Posted: 26 Nov 2013 10:22 AM PST

Well here it is, the official statement by Elektron on their new machine, the Analog Keys synthesizer. The Analog Keys is a four voice flagship analog synthesizer, conceived with the modern artist in mind. Fully analog signal path, digital controls...

James Loughrey talks sE Electronics VR2 as Mic of Choice

Posted: 26 Nov 2013 01:38 AM PST

Producer, engineer and mixer James Loughrey tells sE Electronics about recording Skindred and My Vitriol\'s upcoming albums using an sE Voodoo VR2, Gemini II, an RF PRO, a pair of sE Rupert Neve RN17\'s and a Rupert Neve Designs 517.

LinPlug releases Spectral Synthesizer

Posted: 26 Nov 2013 01:23 AM PST

LinPlug announces the release of the Spectral Synthesizer AU and VST plugin for Mac OS X and Windows PC. Spectral is the result of more than 14 years of synthesizer building experience. Someone being familiar with subtractive synthesis will feel...

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

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James Loughrey talks sE Electronics VR2 as Mic of Choice

Posted: 26 Nov 2013 01:38 AM PST

Producer, engineer and mixer James Loughrey tells sE Electronics about recording Skindred and My Vitriol\'s upcoming albums using an sE Voodoo VR2, Gemini II, an RF PRO, a pair of sE Rupert Neve RN17\'s and a Rupert Neve Designs 517.

Introducing Vacuum Tube triode warmer TRW-1 by Pentode Audio

Posted: 26 Nov 2013 01:30 AM PST

123creative.com in partnership with Pentode audio engineers released Vacuum tube triode warmer TRW-1. Pentode audio TRW-1 is aimed for mixing purposes, warming individual channels and adding realistic analog charisma to the mixes.

LinPlug releases Spectral Synthesizer

Posted: 26 Nov 2013 01:23 AM PST

LinPlug announces the release of the Spectral Synthesizer AU and VST plugin for Mac OS X and Windows PC. Spectral is the result of more than 14 years of synthesizer building experience. Someone being familiar with subtractive synthesis will feel...

Monday, November 25, 2013

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Vintage looks, modern technology - Ear Trumpet Labs Myrtle Microphone

Posted: 25 Nov 2013 12:11 AM PST

Ear Trumpet Labs, a privately owned company in Portland OR that makes handcrafted microphones, today announced the release of a new microphone, the Myrtle. The Myrtle is a stunningly beautiful directional mic that combines the look of a classic...

Camel Audio presents Atmospheric Sounds for Alchemy Mobile

Posted: 25 Nov 2013 12:03 AM PST

Camel Audio is proud to announce the Alchemy Mobile version of Atmospheric, one of their most popular desktop Sound Libraries.

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Camel Audio presents Atmospheric Sounds for Alchemy Mobile

Posted: 25 Nov 2013 12:03 AM PST

Camel Audio is proud to announce the Alchemy Mobile version of Atmospheric, one of their most popular desktop Sound Libraries.

Elektron introduce the Analog Keys Synth

Posted: 24 Nov 2013 01:46 AM PST

Ah there it is. Last week Elektron mentioned they had something new to show the world. And yesterday they did with the launch of the Elektron Analog Keys synthesizer. The synth was presented at an event in Berlin and the german website De:Bug has...

Sunday, November 24, 2013

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Elektron introduce the Analog Keys Synth

Posted: 24 Nov 2013 01:46 AM PST

Ah there it is. Last week Elektron mentioned they had something new to show the world. And yesterday they did with the launch of the Elektron Analog Keys synthesizer. The synth was presented at an event in Berlin and the german website De:Bug has...

Controller app touchAble 2 now available

Posted: 24 Nov 2013 01:23 AM PST

TouchAble App for iPad is available worldwide exclusively through the iTunes App Store. touchAble is THE controller app for Ableton Live. Countless artists around the globe - from bedroom producers to award winning artists - use it on stage, in ...

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Novation Launchkey Performance Video

Posted: 23 Nov 2013 02:00 AM PST

Launchkey is a range of 25, 49 and 61 note controller keyboards with up to 50 physical controls. It includes 16 velocity-sensitive three-colour launch pads that both trigger and stop clips and scenes in Ableton Live and allow expressive playing in...

New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday #180

Posted: 23 Nov 2013 01:03 AM PST

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, November 23, 2013

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Novation Launchkey Performance Video

Posted: 23 Nov 2013 02:00 AM PST

Launchkey is a range of 25, 49 and 61 note controller keyboards with up to 50 physical controls. It includes 16 velocity-sensitive three-colour launch pads that both trigger and stop clips and scenes in Ableton Live and allow expressive playing in...

Steinberg Nanologue Synth available as FREE iPad app

Posted: 23 Nov 2013 01:28 AM PST

Steinberg announced the immediate availability of two essential updates and introduces a powerful monophonic synthesizer to the world of iPad apps. Cubasis 1.7 is a free update now adding Inter-App Audio capability for routing and controlling ...

New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday #180

Posted: 23 Nov 2013 01:03 AM PST

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 ...

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Three classic analog synthesizers in One - UVI UVX-10P

Posted: 22 Nov 2013 01:27 AM PST

With the UVX-10P UVI introduces a vintage soft-synth inspired by three analog super-synths - the Roland JX-10, MKS-70 and JX-8P. A perfect complement to UVX-3P,  UVX-10P delivers a huge analog sound at an outstanding price. Add a piece of...

Native Instruments RAZOR 1.5 now available

Posted: 22 Nov 2013 12:46 AM PST

Word from our friends from Germany, as they announce a major update for RAZOR. This innovative, highly popular additive synthesizer designed for tense basses, bristling leads and shifting, sci-fi soundscapes has been updated to version 1.5. This...

Friday, November 22, 2013

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Three classic analog synthesizers in One - UVI UVX-10P

Posted: 22 Nov 2013 01:27 AM PST

With the UVX-10P UVI introduces a vintage soft-synth inspired by three analog super-synths - the Roland JX-10, MKS-70 and JX-8P. A perfect complement to UVX-3P,  UVX-10P delivers a huge analog sound at an outstanding price. Add a piece of...

Numark NS7 II DJ Controller finally available

Posted: 22 Nov 2013 12:55 AM PST

Announced last year already, Numark now announced the availability of the NS7 II — a dramatically enhanced and updated version of the industry’s most advanced and best-selling motorised DJ controller/mixer.

Native Instruments RAZOR 1.5 now available

Posted: 22 Nov 2013 12:46 AM PST

Word from our friends from Germany, as they announce a major update for RAZOR. This innovative, highly popular additive synthesizer designed for tense basses, bristling leads and shifting, sci-fi soundscapes has been updated to version 1.5. This...

Thursday, November 21, 2013

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New update available for Rob Papen Punch Drum plugin

Posted: 21 Nov 2013 01:27 AM PST

Rob Papen Soundware is proud to announce availability of Punch 1.0.4, the much-anticipated latest update to its award- winning drum synthesis/sampler software instrument for Mac and PC.

DnB, Dubstep and Trap Sounds with Resonant Blaze Maschine Expansion

Posted: 21 Nov 2013 12:23 AM PST

Native Instruments released RESONANT BLAZE – a bass music MASCHINE Expansion designed exclusively for the new MASCHINE 2.0 software. Infused with booming bass sounds, sharp drum kits, cinematic atmospheres, sound effects and loops, RESONANT...

Tekit Audio presents drum synth plug-in Syntik-DR

Posted: 21 Nov 2013 12:09 AM PST

Tek\'it Audio has announced that Syntik-DR, an electronic drum synthesizer plug-in, has been released. Syntik-DR uses a work-flow based on layering to produce typical drum sounds often heard in analogue synthesizers and drum...

SmithsonMartin introduces extremely exclusive ELITE Touch Controller

Posted: 20 Nov 2013 07:22 AM PST

SmithsonMartin today introduced the world’s most advanced DJ performance system, called Emulator ELITE. This new touch controller launches for VIP pre-orders today. Mind you, like the name implies, Elite will only be available for sale as an...

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New update available for Rob Papen Punch Drum plugin

Posted: 21 Nov 2013 01:27 AM PST

Rob Papen Soundware is proud to announce availability of Punch 1.0.4, the much-anticipated latest update to its award- winning drum synthesis/sampler software instrument for Mac and PC.

DnB, Dubstep and Trap Sounds with Resonant Blaze Maschine Expansion

Posted: 21 Nov 2013 12:23 AM PST

Native Instruments released RESONANT BLAZE – a bass music MASCHINE Expansion designed exclusively for the new MASCHINE 2.0 software. Infused with booming bass sounds, sharp drum kits, cinematic atmospheres, sound effects and loops, RESONANT...

Tekit Audio presents drum synth plug-in Syntik-DR

Posted: 21 Nov 2013 12:09 AM PST

Tek\'it Audio has announced that Syntik-DR, an electronic drum synthesizer plug-in, has been released. Syntik-DR uses a work-flow based on layering to produce typical drum sounds often heard in analogue synthesizers and drum...

Producertech - Drumming for Dance Music (EDM) with Paul Kodish

Posted: 20 Nov 2013 01:56 AM PST

This brand new course from Producertech teaches how to play killer beats for a number of dance music styles, including drum and bass, dubstep, hip hop, house and breakbeat. Led by Paul Kodish, a professional drummer with more than 25 years of...

Native Instruments Maschine Studio - Closer Look

Posted: 20 Nov 2013 12:58 AM PST

With Maschine Studio Native Instrumenst truly made the Maschine even better, a lot. From what we hear around us and of course of what we experience in our studio, this studio controller and instrument is very nice. The guys at Pointblank have put...

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

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New Plug-Ins for UAD Platform and Apollo Audio Interfaces

Posted: 20 Nov 2013 03:38 AM PST

Universal Audio have this week released two new \'emulation\' plug-ins for the UAD software platform and Apollo audio interfaces. In partnership with direct developer Brainworx, Universal Audio have added the Maag EQ4 Plug-In. Also added to the UAD...

Serato DJ 1.5.2. Available Now - New FX and more controller support

Posted: 20 Nov 2013 03:29 AM PST

Serato DJ 1.5.2 - The latest update for Serato DJ includes brand new FX powered by iZotope for Serato’s new FX Expansion Packs. Scrollable FX drop-down menus, support for the Vestax VCI-100 MKII, Numark MixDeck Quad and the brand new Pioneer...

Producertech - Drumming for Dance Music (EDM) with Paul Kodish

Posted: 20 Nov 2013 01:56 AM PST

This brand new course from Producertech teaches how to play killer beats for a number of dance music styles, including drum and bass, dubstep, hip hop, house and breakbeat. Led by Paul Kodish, a professional drummer with more than 25 years of...

Native Instruments Maschine Studio - Closer Look

Posted: 20 Nov 2013 12:58 AM PST

With Maschine Studio Native Instrumenst truly made the Maschine even better, a lot. From what we hear around us and of course of what we experience in our studio, this studio controller and instrument is very nice. The guys at Pointblank have put...

Tuesday, November 19, 2013

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Pioneer NXS line up continues with CDJ-900NXS Mediaplayer

Posted: 19 Nov 2013 01:35 AM PST

As was to be expected (sooner), today Pioneer released the follow-up of their CDJ-900 mediaplayer. Like it\'s bigger brother this mediaplayer will now be available as \'NEXUS\' version. The NXS line-up continues with the addition of the CDJ-900NXS...

Cross-Platform Support with Zynaptiq PITCHMAP 1.5

Posted: 19 Nov 2013 01:17 AM PST

Zynaptiq announced the immediate availability of PITCHMAP 1.5, the latest edition of their real-time polyphonic pitch-mapping and pitchcorrection plug-in. This free update adds support for VST, RTAS and AAX Native on both Mac and Windows platforms,...

Steinberg lets you control Cubase with gestures through iC Air

Posted: 19 Nov 2013 12:27 AM PST

Steinberg announced the release of Cubase iC Air, allowing users of Cubase 7 or Cubase Artist 7, together with Leap Motion Controller or Intel systems powered by the Intel Perceptual Computing SDK, to control Steinberg’s popular DAW...