Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH today announced their latest VST instrument, Padshop. From the inventors of Virtual Studio Technology, Padshop is a unique monophonic/polyphonic granular synthesizer for Mac OS X Lion and Windows 7 and runs as plug-in within any VST 3 host application.

Allen & Heath has released new firmware V1.12 for the Xone:DB4 digital DJ FX mixer, with many enhancements and new features, including a rotary mixer mode, revised gain structure, new effects architecture, new FX types, and the addition of X:Link functionality to connect other compatible Xone products.

Mixed In Key has released Mashup (mashup.mixedinkey.com) for Windows and Mac OS X, a new software application that lets you quickly and easily beatmatch two or more audio files, edit them, and save your results to a new audio file. Mashup uses Mixed In Key 5’s harmonic algorithm to find compatible songs, and makes the process of mashup creation incredibly easy. “Our goal was to design software that could help you create a mashup in five minutes or less,” says Mixed In Key’s president Yakov Vorobyev. “We think that mashup creation should be easier than it is with Ableton Live.”

unItOne was designed with Ableton Live in mind but the format is sufficiently generic to be successful with any DAW. The layout was conceived as 8 channel strips (the 32 blue encoders and the buttons below them), 3 return tracks (the 12 yellow encoders), a master section (the 4 red encoders) and also a transport section on the right hand side. The return tracks double-up as a DJ mixer when used with the crossfader, for example as a 3 channel EQ with gains.

OTO MACHINES introduces "Der OTO", a new firmware update for its BISCUIT FX processor. Der OTO turns Biscuit into a 2 oscillators monosynth with a 16 step sequencer, for FREE!

Allen & Heath’s new GLD live digital mixing system has debuted in Europe last week at the Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) show in Amsterdam, Holland. The user-friendly, cost effective and scalable system is conceptually based on the hugely successful digital iLive series. A standard GLD 32 input system offers 28 XLR mic inputs with plug n’ play I/O expanders allowing easy expansion up to 48 inputs (44 XLR mic inputs).

Upcoming 11 and 12th of february will open the first edition of Dancefair, the educational event for everybody involved in dance music, and Gearjunkies will be there at booth #41! Dancefair is held at Jaarbeurs, Utrecht. Many many producers, DJ's, record labels, manufacturers and schools will be there to show you their ins and outs when it comes to dance music. On both days, there are plenty of workshops and instructions for visitors to learn from the pro's and get involved.

The Tiger Synth is a highly versatile and flexible synthesizer being capable of complex multilayered sounds with some specific extras from the Aux oscillators, as well as groovy rhythmic sounds you would hardly expect from a synth, and, if you want, fairly typical synth sounds (brass, bass, strings PPG, DX, lead etc.).

Emulator Modular 1.0 is available now! - Emulator Modular is the most flexible multi-touch software available to lighting designers, music producers, DJ’s, and VJ’s.

Dangerous Music has recently announced their newest monitor controller, the “Dangerous Source” — a portable and desktop unit designed for the engineer on the go or to fit a limited space on the desktop. The Dangerous Source will be featured at Musikmesse after being shown at Winter NAMM and is set for release in early Q2, 2012; the price is to be announced.

Native Instruments today launched a time-limited special offer on TRAKTOR KONTROL S2, reducing the price of the compact 2-deck controller to $449 / 399 EUR throughout February and March 2012. This represents a saving of $220 / 200 EUR against the suggested retail price. 

AB Lemur Bundle is the first of the series. Available now as a free download, the package presents three Lemur templates by master designer Antonio Blanca, a force to be reckoned with when it comes to interface design. He's created Lemur templates for many popular Reaktor factory ensembles. We present here three of these beautiful and unique creations which are sure to inspire musicians, composers and sound designers alike. They come bundled with adapted ‘Lemurized’ versions of the original Reaktor ensembles allowing for full Lemur control via OSC. Best of all, AB Lemur Bundle is completely free of charge.

Propellerhead has released ReCycle version 2.2 for sale—an update to the industry standard tool that creates REX files. Sporting a completely overhauled graphical user interface, ReCycle 2.2 adds new key commands, workflow enhancements and a new Online Help system—making Recycle even faster and easier to use. Version 2.2 is a 64-bit compatible application with full support for Windows 7 and Mac OS X Lion operating systems.

Virsyn are happy to announce the totally revised Version 2 of iVoxel and the release of Addictive microSynth 1.1 with support for AKAI SynthStation 25.

Zynaptiq today announce the immediate availability of PITCHMAP, their real-time polyphonic pitch-mapping and pitch-correction plug-in available in Apple AudioUnits (AU) format.

The Mackie DL1608 redefines live mixing by combining the proven power of a full-featured digital mixer with the unmatched ease and mobility of an iPad.® With 16 boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps and the performance of 24bit Cirrus Logic® AD/DA converters, you have unparalleled sound quality. Seamless wired to wireless iPad control means you can mix from anywhere in the venue. This gives you the mobile freedom to control not only the mix, but also powerful plug-ins like EQ, dynamics, effects and more. The sleek DL1608 even supports up to 10 iPads. Forget bulky consoles and racks of gear. The power is at your fingertips.

MOTU Introduces the MicroBook II, an updated version of the compact, studio-grade audio interface that turns a Mac or PC into a personal 4 x 6 recording studio with professional I/O and monitor mixing. The MicroBook II will replace the original model at the same price.

One of the more interesting new app last week was the introduction of the Akai MPC Fly app. A reconstruction of the famous Akai MPC Groove and beatboxes in iOs format for your iPad. The guys of Skratchworx had a walk-through of the app with one of the developers of the app.

What do Megadeth, Jay-Z, Alice Cooper, Gladys Knight, NOFX, Lagwagon, No Use For a Name, Patty La Belle, Tower of Power have in common with Rock Band and Guitar Hero? Legendary punk rock producer and mixer Ryan Greene. And now anyone can be on that list, with three new drum ReFills featuring Ryan Greene’s signature sound. Propellerhead today released the latest installments in its ReFill Creator Series: Ryan Greene Alt Drums.

As a teaser for the upcoming AB Lemur Bundle, Liine presents Antonio Blanca's ABreakpoint 2 template for Lemur.

Gary Numan, father of the UK's New Wave Electro Music has recently purchased a pair of Unity Audio Rock active monitors for his private studio.

Want to create the perfect filter sweep or manually trigger a gate or step through a sequencer? No more need to turn knobs or to patch up a lot of modules, the KOMMANDER makes it simple: just plug it into a CV input on your (modular) synthesizer, move your hand over the device and the weirdest sounds will come out.

Daring Audio Inc, the leader in Professional Bass Pedals, today announces a new innovative High Definition (HD) model to broaden its product line. The Edge Activator HD is 100% analog circuitry, has a high-headroom preamp and expanded features and versatility, and a constant volume continuous wet/dry blend capability between two internal channels.

MOTU has unveiled Digital Performer version 8, a major upgrade to their flagship audio workstation software. Recognized throughout the industry as a leading workstation application for Mac, Digital Performer 8 will now be available for both Mac OS X and Windows 7. During in-booth demos, MOTU debuted other significant new features, including a new video playback engine, Punch Guard™ confidence recording, 14 new user interface themes, and 15 new included plug-ins.

We found a movie on Youtube with a presentation of the new Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol F1 DJ controller. The influence between DJ and music production software like Ableton Live comes more together these days.

DJ Tech Pro is proud to present the Dragon Two. The Dragon Two is DJ Tech Pro's newest digital DJ controller with integrated soundcard and analog mixer.