The future of synth design: Omega Orion
Or are we going back to the seventies? Studio Electronics showed us the future of synth design: the Omega Orion.
Monthly Archives: July 2008
New Bass Amp for GUITAR RIG 3 XE and SESSION
Native Instruments just released a free update that brings various improvements to all products based on the award-winning GUITAR RIG 3 software. The latest version offers enhanced performance and compatibility, as well as an additional amp model for the recently released XE version of the software.
Virsyn introduces Prism Pitch Designer
VirSyn announces on their website that Prism is coming soon. PRISM opens a new door into selective pitch manipulation. Details have yet to be released but there are several MP3 demo’s available.
MathewLane releases DrMS spatial processor plugin
DrMS presents a new way to approach the manipulation of stereo audio. It is based on MS (Mid-Side) processing, although DrMS splits the stereo signal into four sections rather than the normal two, giving you new levels of control: zoom in, add depth, change width or any combination and more. DrMS takes you wherever you want to go in the stereo field.
Tascam Gigastudio … No More
Tascam has announced that they ceased development of GIGASTUDIO and GIGASTUDIO related products as of July 21. Sales and support for the products will continue through December 31, 2008.
Focusrite Liquid Technology recieves TEC Award
Four years in and Focusrite’s Liquid Technology is still picking up the awards. Despite Focusrite’s Liquid range already racking up 18 awards, Focusrite’s 4PRE – the second Liquid product to provide Liquid pre-amplification – has just been nominated for yet another major industry award; the TEC Award in the mic pre category.
Denon updates the DN-HD2500
A hard-drive based, professional media player and controller offering a total all-in-one “nerve center” that addresses and actually anticipates ever changing needs. Flexible and packed with features, the DN-HD2500 is built for any event where professional-quality and flawless performance is expected. Denon DJ has just released an update for the DN-HD2500.
Ableton Live 7 trial version available
Ableton has made a trial version of their latest version of Live 7 available for download at their website. Try out all the features, including save and export, for 14 days.
Tone2 releases Warmverb multi effect plugin
Tone2 are pleased to announce Warmverb, a new modular multi effect plugin with routable modules and 33 types of effects. Do you want to route a reverb through a flanger and use an lfo to high pass filter your sound back into a vocoder? Warmverb gives you the flexibility to program and combine effect chains using high quality effects and up to four effects per multi-effect program.
Future Imperfect Sounds offers new products, download store, weekly Free Loop Pack
Today, Future Imperfect Sounds is set to offer 3 new retail loop libraries – BEAT=MC² (Nerdcore Loops), The Loop Lounge (Euro-style electronica), and Explicit Drums (dry and effected aggressive rock).
NI releases free feature updates for TRAKTOR software
Native Instruments just released TRAKTOR 3.4 and TRAKTOR SCRATCH 1.3, free software updates that equip both products with refined functionality that reinforces their position at the leading edge of computer-based DJing. In their latest versions, both TRAKTOR 3 and TRAKTOR SCRATCH are upgraded with crucial architectural improvements as well as with enhanced time-code and MIDI control functionality.
Skylife SampleRobot and WaveRobot updates available
All SampleRobot and WaveRobot products are now available in version 3.01. SampleRobot 3 Essentials is the newly available base version for all sampling purposes. WaveRobot 3 offers special functions for audio loop editing.
System upgrade for Roland Fantom G-Series
Roland is pleased to announce the release of v1.10 system upgrade for the Fantom-G series workstations, adding powerful multi-sampling capability, a new “Favorite Play” screen, a BPM calculator function for samples, and new enhancements to Single, Live and Song modes.
Sensesurface attaches knobs to a LCD screen
Imagine a control surface with real knobs, sliders, real switches for your favourite music player, video editor or game. This is SenseSurface, just place the unique controls on your application e.g. a music mixer, and ready to go.
John Bowen Solaris pre-orders available
Announced at the 2007 Frankfurter Messe, John Bowen announced that the first production is now planned for late September 2008, with delivery shortly thereafter. Pre-orders for the second series of production are available now.