Tekit Audio updates APC plug-in to 1.3
APC VST synthesizer update 1.3 is available now. APC is a square wave synthesizer that creates “low-fi” sound, re-creation of a popular DIY circuit the Atari Punk Console.
Monthly Archives: August 2012
Radical Piano Rack Extension released
Propellerhead has released Radical Piano for sale, a new Rack Extension instrument that brings a wide range of natural and bendable piano sounds to Reason and Reason Essentials. Using a blend of sampled pianos and physical modeling synthesis, Radical Piano is a lightweight, authentic instrument with sounds ranging from pristine concert grand pianos to creaking living room uprights.
New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday
These are the releases we have encountered this week on the Loops and Samples front. Just like the quality of the audio software we use these days the quality of the content we use (loops and samples) equally matches the high standards of this software. Below is this weeks selection.
Excellent DIY work – The Diva Controller
Mario is a good friend of Gearjunkies. We have posted already more of his great work he does on custom specialised software controllers. His latest work is a controller for the u-he Diva software synthesizer. Inside the controller there are 2 Doepfer USB64 Midi Interfaces, one special Wheel Electronic for Pitch and Mod Wheel and the MKE Electronic for the 4 octave Fatar keyboard with velocity. The DIVA Controller has about 90 knobs and 25 switches.
Positive Grid debut Beats Metronome, Jam Player, and AccuTune for iOS
Positive Grid announced the release of a trio of new iOS music-utility apps: Beats Metronome, Jam Player, and AccuTune. All offer the same high level of sound quality, features, and usability found in the company’s flagship app, JamUp Pro.
Native Instruments Introduces Conant Gardens Maschine Expansion
Native Instruments introduced CONANT GARDENS, a new MASCHINE Expansion that reflects the soulful side of Detroit – covering hip-hop, funk, afrobeat and deep house. Named after the district of Detroit renowned as the birthplace of many African American musicians and artists, this expansion explores the distinctive sound of the neighborhood through tailored drum sounds, percussion and sampled phrases.
Pianocade – Chiptunes synthesizer and MIDI controller
The Pianocade is a synthesizer designed to sound, look, and feel like vintage arcade games. It’s easy for people who want to dive right in, powerful and feature-rich for people who want to tinker, and fun to play for everyone.
Nord Beat CoreMIDI Step Sequencer for iPad
Nord Beat is a 4-track CoreMIDI Step Sequencer for iPad. Nord Beat is a perfect companion for your Nord Drum and is available for free at the App Store!
Behringer X32 Digital Console Available Now
BEHRINGER’s X32 sets a new benchmark for digital live and recording consoles by delivering an incredibly comprehensive feature set and unprecedented value. Never have the features of ultra-high-end consoles such as motorized faders, LCD scribble strips, 96-channels on-board digital networking and standard Firewire™ I/O been affordable, until now. Be among the first to experience what the press are calling “an industry game-changer” by visiting your nearest BEHRINGER reseller.
SKYLIFE announces SampleRobot 4 Pro for Mac OS X
For the first time SampleRobot Pro will be available to the Mac community. From September on SKYLIFE’s sampling software includes a native installer for Mac OS X.
Smartphone and Tablet support added to Pioneer rekordbox
With the recent increase of DJs who play using music files, many people are using music management software installed on computers to control the music they own. At the same time, the massive popularity of smartphones and tablets is leading to increased demand for mobile based management of music used in DJ play as well as demand for ability to give DJ performances using music stored inside smartphones. In order to satisfy these demands, Pioneer will provide a smartphone and tablet version of the rekordbox DJ music management software for download free of charge as of August 21, 2012.
Zplane announces Vielklang Instant Harmony 2.0 Public Beta Version
zplane has announced that the upcoming version 2.0 of vielklang instant harmony is now available as a public beta version.
More DSI Mopho x4 – Demo Video
Mopho x4 is the newest addition to DSI’s revered line of analog subtractive synthesizers. Building upon the same award winning voice architecture of the Mopho and Mopho Keyboard, the Mopho x4 boasts huge sound and 4 voice polyphony in an ideally sized, portable, and elegantly designed package. Use it to create huge unison basses, creamy leads, maniacal sequences, and ethereal pads.
Tekit Audio updates Genobazz plug-in to 2.2
Tek’it Audio has announced the updates of Genobazz their free bass synthesizer plug-in to version 2.2 and the releases of a free expansion. This new update of Genobazz has some bugs fixed, a new band pass filter, some minor improvements on the GUI and each envelopes (MSEG) can now have negative values to create even more complex modulations. This update come with 2 new presets demonstrating the improved MSEG.
Mackie DL1608 Digital Live Sound Mixer Now Shipping
Announced earlier this year and easily one of the most anticipated compact live consoles with complete iPad control ever, the Mackie DL1608 16-Channel Digital Live Sound Mixer is now shipping. To meet unprecedented demand, Mackie has increased production capabilities and shipments are now leaving their North American manufacturing facility to eager customers worldwide.