Monthly Archives: July 2005

Arturia teams up with Yamaha for US distribution

Yamaha Corporation of America and Arturia have signed an exclusive distribution and marketing agreement. Yamaha will now be the sole distributor Arturia products in the United States. Yamaha has taken over distribution and marketing of Arturia software products in the United States. Arturia, a leading maker of virtual software synthesizers based in Grenoble, France has developed a reputation for creating the most realistic sounding virtual recreations of vintage analog synthesizers in the market.

M-Audio announces Way Out Ware TimewARP 2600

M-Audio announces Way Out Ware TimewARP 2600

M-Audio is, as the exclusive worldwide distributor, proud to announce the release of Way Out Ware TimewARP 2600 virtual emulation of the classic ARP 2600 analog synthesizer. TimewARP 2600 faithfully replicates every detail of this venerable instrument. TimewARP 2600 virtual emulation of the classic ARP 2600 analog synthesizer, already available in RTAS format for Windows and Mac, will soon be released in VST and AudioUnit formats as well. It can also be used standalone.

And yet more new gear from Numark!

And yet more new gear from Numark!

Numark has a busy week. After other new products became unveiled at the Summer NAMM, Numark today introduced a new DJ mixer and two new DJ Packages.

Numark is pleased to introduce the DM2050 mixer, a compact, tabletop model with three channels designed for the turntablist of today, desktop, and aspiring DJ. With the features DJs demand, including steep 3-band EQ on every channel, a replaceable crossfader with reverse and slope control, a dedicated microphone input with 2-band EQ, and multiple input sources, this entry-level mixer is big on features and easy on ones finances.

Numark announces the HDCD1 and MKII of the 200FX

Numark announces the HDCD1 and MKII of the 200FX

Numark, the name synonymous with innovation in professional DJ equipment, proudly announces the HDCD1, a rack-mountable, dual CD player with built-in hard drive. The first music playback system of its kind developed specifically for the professional DJ, the HDCD1 can store an entire DJ collection for the ultimate in portability, organization, and convenience. MP3s and uncompressed audio files can be ripped from either of the built-in CD players, transferred from computer via USB, and even recorded from turntables and other sources through the units analog line inputs.

M-Audio announces Pro version of Fast Track audio interface

M-Audio announces Pro version of Fast Track audio interface

New from M-Audio is the Fast Track Pro mobile audio/MIDI interface for use with PC and Mac computers. The Fast Track Pro can be seen as the Big Brother of the Fast Track USB, adding even more professional features. Fast Track Pro is designed to let you record with professional results whenever and wherever you want. A single USB connection gives you access to all the I/O you need for microphones and instruments like guitars, as well as MIDI- and S/PDIF-equipped digital audio gear.

Audio-Technica introduces ATH-T22/44

Audio-Technica introduces ATH-T22/44

At the Summer NAMM 2005 Audio-Technica have unveiled the new ATH-T44 and ATH-T22 Dynamic Stereo Headphones. Both the ATH-T44 and T22 feature A-T innovative self-adjusting lightweight headband and generously padded ear cushions combine to offer long hours of comfortable listening.