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WinterNAMM 2010: Soundcraft Next-generation Notepad Series mixers The new Notepad 102, 124 and 124 FX models boast Soundcraft audio performance with the acclaimed GB30 mic preamp and EQ technology in a highly-compact and solid chassis.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Denon DN-X1600 First Look - Video An exclusive look at the new Denon DN-X1600 mixer. Digital DJ's will be interested in the midi features plus Traktor users will like the news that 1600 & 1700 models will be scratch pro certified very shortly. It's also the first DJ mixer to support Roland's v link protocol.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Cakewalk A-Pro Series Keyboards - Video Cakewalk introduces the new A-PRO Series, USB MIDI Controllers for Mac and PC. The A-300 Pro (32-key), A-500 Pro (49-key) and A-800 Pro (61-key) are brand new keyboard controllers developed in conjunction with Roland.
The A-PRO series focuses on intuitive real-time performance and ergonomic playability, making it a must-have controller for soft-synths in a live or studio setting. This new line gives musicians the best of both worlds: Cakewalks legendary ease of use and Rolands world-class engineering and keyboard expertise.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Jomox MBrane - NAMM 2010 - Video Juergen Michaelis demoing his new Jomox MBrane II modeling synth at the BCM NAMM booth. The MBrane II is a small analog synth optimized for percussive snare drum and cowbell-like sounds with a wide range of sound characteristics.
Juergen's new design makes it possible to produce very authentic membrane-like sounds from 2 analog T-Bridge oscillators by means of coupling and dampening. A versatile noise generator with white noise, metal noise and envelope control allows you to created snare drums, rim shots, cow bells and bongos.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Audio Ease reveals Altiverb 7 at the NAMM Audio Ease were at the NAMM this year to introduce the upcoming version 7 of their Reverb software Altiverb. Arjen shows us some details of the new version which is still in development and won't be available for some time.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Softube and Marshall join forces with the JDM:1 With the JMD:1 amplifier a new era in guitar amplification has begun. Marshall's analog excellence is combined with Softube's patented simulation technology to make rock 'n' roll's most comprehensive and sophisticated amplifier, while still staying true to the Marshall tone and heritage.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Korg SV-1 at the NAMM - Video Join in as Frank McComb gives the Korg SV-1 Stage Vintage a workout. His electric piano and clav chops really shine in this performance. Live from the Korg USA Performance Stage at Winter NAMM 2010. The SV-1 contains the hippest, most in-demand and soul-satisfying keyboard sounds ever collected in a single instrument. Decades of electro-mechanical, transistorized, tape-driven, analog, and digital legends are joined by a collection of rich acoustic pianos, all reproduced with stunning realism. But the SV-1 is about much more than excellent sound; the SV-1 re-creates the look, the feel, and visceral pleasure of performing on a vintage instrument.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Ultimate Ears announces 18 pro custom monitors The Ultimate Ears 18 Pro in-ear monitors pack 6 high fidelity speakers in each handcrafted earphone creating more detail and soundstage than ever before: 2 dedicated woofers, 2 speakers for the mids and 2 speakers for the highs.
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WinterNAMM 2010: New BEHRINER XENYX USB Mixers - Video Behringer introduced seven new premium-grade mixers feature built-in USB interfaces, compressors and 24-bit multi-FX processors. Sporting a wide range of options, the next-generation XENYX live/studio mixers from BEHRINGER merge built-in USB interface, easy-to-use “one-knob” compressors, world-renowned XENYX mic preamps and “British-style” channel EQ. All mixers feature a new studio-grade digital effects processor with 16 editable presets including reverb, chorus, flanger, delay, pitch shifter and multi-effects (no FX on 1204USB).
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WinterNAMM 2010: MOTU announces Ethno Instrument Version 2 MOTU has announced a major upgrade to Ethno Instrument, their popular world/ethnic virtual instrument software for Mac OS X and Windows 7/Vista. The Version 2 upgrade more than doubles the size of Ethno's included sound library of instruments, loops and phrases. Significant new features have also been added, including preset searching, microtonal scales, state-of-the-art time stretching, and much more.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Focusrite unveil OctoPre MkII Dynamic New at NAMM is the stunning Focusrite OctoPre MkII Dynamic. It features eight channels of Focusrite's legendary mic preamplification, with new, single-dial, VCA-based compressors derived from the classic Focusrite Red 3 on every channel. On display at Winter NAMM 2010 in Anaheim, California, will be the brand new Focusrite OctoPre MkII Dynamic, as well as existing hardware and software products.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Ortofon and Serato announce high performance cartridge Ortofon introduce the new “Ortofon-Serato S-120 DJ Cartridge” with a patent pending design that will virtually “hug the grooves” of a record using a unique suspension system that the two companies have co- designed.
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WinterNAMM 2010: New Behringer VIRTUALIZER PRO 3D FX2000 The VIRTUALIZER PRO 3D FX2000 Effects Processor uses BEHRINGER's Real Sound Modeling (RSM) technology to give 71 stereo algorithms the power to accurately emulate a wide range of acoustic environments. Effects options include 12 different reverb programs, modulation, amp simulation, distortion and special effects, as well as dynamic and psychoacoustic processing.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Waves introduces Horizon premium plug-in bundle Waves Audio, the world’s leader in digital signal processing solutions, introduces the Waves Horizon plug-in bundle, which gathers over 50 of Waves’ most popular and useful plug-ins. Waves Horizon serves as a significant step up for audio professionals specializing in music production, who require modeled vintage tools and high-end mastering processors as well as Waves essentials.
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WinterNAMM 2010: A Vestax controller for Traktor? At the NAMM Vestax introduced a new USB MIDI and AUDIO Controller called TYPHOON. It is an all-in-one bundle of digital DJ hardware and software, offering total control to mix, scratch, and play music as a DJ would right at your fingertips. According to some opinions on the internet the TYPHOON controller is intended for Traktor, just like the SPIN controller is for DJAY Software.
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WinterNAMM 2010: PreSonus Unveils StudioLive 24.4.2 Digital Mixer Following up on the runaway success of its StudioLive 16.4.2 digital mixer, PreSonus announced a new member of the family: the StudioLive 24.4.2. Like its 16-channel sibling, the 24-channel StudioLive 24.4.2 is designed for both studio recording and live sound, without compromising the requirements for either.
StudioLive 24.4.2 sports the same friendly user interface, robust feature set, and extensive I/O configuration as the StudioLive 16.4.2 but with several significant additions and enhancements. The most obvious difference is that the new mixer provides 24 input channels, rather than 16. As with the 16.4.2, each input features a trim pot, XLR mic input with XMAX™ mic preamp, 1/4-inch TRS balanced line inputs and unbalanced insert points. Like the 16.4.2, the StudioLive 24.4.2 offers 4 subgroup outputs, but where the 16-channel model offers 6 aux buses, the 24.4.2 provides 10 aux buses.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Numark X7 Premium Club DJ Mixer - Video X7 is a four-channel, digital club DJ mixer. This groundbreaking MIDI and USB mixer is the ultimate companion to V7, the motorized DJ-software turntable controller. You can link V7s and X7 using X7’s elegant and powerful communication protocol, which enables system connection to your computer with a single USB cable. The link streams ultra high-resolution audio and control information between X7, V7s and software.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Dave Smith introduces Mopho with keys Dave Smith has introduced the Keyboard Version of his monophonic analog synthesizer Mopho. Basically it is a Mopho with knobs and switches and a weighted keyboard with velocity and aftertouch. According to Dave himself the Mopho Keys will be shipping in about two months with a price tag of 800 US dollars. Owners of the Tetr4 synth can connect the Mopho Keys up to it and create a 5-voice synth with the Mopho as the controller.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Korg at the NAMM - The Video Take an online tour of the Korg Booth, and get a personal demonstration of the Wavedrum, SOS Unlimited Track Recorder, and the KAOSSILATOR PRO. The NAMM show is not open to the public, so this is your chance to get inside and see the goods in action!
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WinterNAMM 2010: Tascam at the NAMM - New Products Tascam took the oportunity to introduce several new products for this year at the NAMM. Amongst others they revealed the and the
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WinterNAMM 2010: Hercules unveils DJ Console Mk4 Hercules, the specialist in digital DJing solutions, unveils the newest version of their DJ Console line, the DJ Console Mk4, a mixing console with a compact design and analog audio source connectivity. This new mixer for amateur to mobile DJ’s is an updated version of their earlier, top-selling models worldwide, the DJ Console and DJ Console Mk2 and features a multitude of improvements and additions that will facilitate musical creativity. Featuring a cutting-edge design, this portable controller includes 2 decks and a high-performance audio interface, making it a real, all-in-one DJ station for PC and Mac users starting in spring 2010.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Record 32 Channels with New Presonus Capture 1.1 for StudioLive Anyone who has recorded a show using the PreSonus StudioLive 16.4.2 digital mixer knows that the bundled PreSonus Capture is the easiest-to-use recording software on the planet. Not content to rest on their laurels, our software development team has significantly enhanced Capture’s features in version 1.1.
One of the benefits of the StudioLive 16.4.2 mixer is the ability to daisy-chain two mixers and record their channel outputs via FireWire. Capture 1.1 supports this feature by automatically detecting the number of available inputs, so that when two StudioLive 16.4.2 mixers are daisy-chained, you can record all 32 input channels plus two assignable channels, such as subgroups or the main L/R outputs.
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WinterNAMM 2010: iZotope Alloy release update iZotope will be demonstrating it’s newest award-winning plug-in, Alloy, at the NAMM show. iZotope Alloy combines six essential sound shaping tools into one integrated interface. For more information or a demo of Alloy, stop by NAMM booth 6920. Mix Magazine recently named Alloy a Mix Certified Hit and the plug-in was featured in MixBlog’s “Three Plug-ins We Like”. Alloy also gained the attention of Pro Audio Review, who awarded it a 2009 PAR Excellence Award at the AES show in October.
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WinterNAMM 2010: SM Pro Audio DiDock Live - Multi-Channel Docking Station/DI Now you can easily mix external signals with your iPod* audio stream. Bring in a click track for live performance; blend in the feed from your monitor system; combine the output of your mixer with your MP3 backing tracks.
Front-panel controls let you quickly create independent master and monitor/headphone mixes. Is the drummer playing to a click track? The audience will never know!
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WinterNAMM 2010: SM Pro Audio Next-Generation MPatch 2.1 Volume Controller SM Pro Audio unveiled the MPatch 2.1 Passive Volume Control/Monitor Switcher. Designed to provide true passive analog control over studio monitoring systems—thereby eliminating the loss of bit-depth associated with digital attenuation—the third-generation MPatch 2.1 features dual inputs with independent volume controls, a newly-designed master attenuator utilizing state-of-the-art 0.5% tolerance SMD resistors, a headphone output with separate volume control, and a subwoofer output with variable crossover. Both balanced combination XLR / 1/4” TRS and unbalanced RCA inputs are provided, with input selection, mute, stereo/mono summing operation, and subwoofer in/out selectable from the front panel.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Teenage Engineering OP-1 Overview The OP-1 from Teenage Engineering is a project we are waiting on for quite some time now. It is still under development but from the several previews we can expect a cool little synth alright. We understand that Teeneage Engineering is planning to start the beta testing pretty soon. At the NAMM David from Teenage Engineering gives an overview of their yet to be released OP-1.
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WinterNAMM 2010: BBE introduces the Sonic Sweet and Stomp Ware plug-in suites The Sonic Sweet consists of three pro-level easy-to-use plug-ins useful for every facet of digital audio production. The Stomp Ware suite is a digital toolbox consisting of BBE’s eight most popular boutique analog stomp boxes.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Cakewalk Announces New Mobile Studio Canvas Cakewalk, the world's leading developer of powerful and easy to use products for music creation and recording, announces the new Mobile Studio Canvas.
The Mobile Studio Canvas for Mac, PC, and standalone performance is the first such product in the Cakewalk hardware family. Capable of producing over 1,000 sounds, the Mobile Studio Canvas includes the Roland SD-50 Sound Module, redesigned GM (General MIDI) 2 and Roland's Solo Tones sounds. The unit's USB memory drive can playback MP3, WAV, AIFF, and MIDI files without a computer. It is also a 2-in/2-out audio interface as well as a 1x1 MIDI interface, and ships with SONAR 8.5 LE recording software for use with a computer (for Windows only).
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WinterNAMM 2010: So what is Behringer Rockstar? Whether you're a band or a solo performer, BEHRINGER ROCKSTAR is the place to get noticed. Showcase your craft in a place made for artists looking for a place to rise above the rest.
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WinterNAMM 2010: New VMX Series DJ Mixers from BEHRINGER Professional 7/3/2-Channel DJ Mixers with USB/Audio Interface, BPM Counter, VCA Control and Software Bundle. BEHRINGER's new VMX Series DJ mixers have built-in USB connectivity, allowing DJ's to place MP3s in their mix or send their original creations directly into their computers. These mixers require no special drivers, and include a software bundle with energyXT 2.5 BEHRINGER Edition music production software.
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WinterNAMM 2010: BEHRINGER XENYX Mixers with Internal USB/Audio Interface Seven new premium-grade mixers feature built-in USB interfaces, compressors and 24-bit multi-FX processors. Sporting a wide range of options, the next-generation XENYX live/studio mixers from BEHRINGER merge built-in USB interface, easy-to-use “one-knob” compressors, world-renowned XENYX mic preamps and “British-style” channel EQ.
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WinterNAMM 2010: ARTURIA announces BRASS 2.0 and EWI-USB bundle At the NAMM, Arturia announced a bundle of the Arturia Brass 2 and Akai Pro EWI-USB. This combination is offered in limited edition for the price of 399Eur/$449 MSRP. Frédéric Brun, Arturia CEO states: "Arturia is extremely proud to be working with Akai Professional, a reference name in our industry, to bring a bundle that will satisfy the most discerning musicians. The EWI-USB is de facto an industry standard and it was a logical match to our new version of Brass."
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WinterNAMM 2010: ARTURIA announces ORIGIN Keyboard shipping in March ARTURIA shows Origin Keyboard in pre-series version and announces it will be shipping in March 2010. Origin Keyboard is Arturia’s new version of Origin for the keyboard player. It keeps the outstanding modular system of Origin Desktop, putting it on a panel that closes on a high quality keyboard controller.
The intuitive interface is kept in place, along with all of the modules from the most famous synthesizers (Moog Modular, ARP 2600, CS-80, Jupiter-8, Minimoog and Prophet VS) and organs (ToneWheel, Rotary). The integration of the ribbon control is a blast, the keyboard aftertouch possibilities open a world of expressivity, while the playing modes are tuned to the expectations of any demanding performer.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Roland introduces the RH-5 Headphones Roland’s extensive lineup of headphone products gains a new addition with the RH-5 Headphones. Designed for comfort and quality sound at an affordable price, the RH-5 is a great choice for monitoring electronic musical instruments like digital pianos and digital drums, and they’re also perfect for music lessons, studio recording, and general music listening.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Roland introduces the VR-700 Tired of big, bulky, expensive keyboard rigs? Meet the new V-Combo VR-700, a multi-function keyboard that covers every base onstage. The V-Combo offers powerful real-time performance capabilities and a simple user interface.
With a legendary Virtual Tone Wheel organ and dedicated harmonic bars onboard, plus a first-class array of essential ensemble sounds (grand piano, EP, strings, brass, synth leads, and more), the V-Combo melds an entire rig into one convenient instrument for easy transport and fast setup. Backing-track functionality, built-in rhythms, great effects, and a comfortable waterfall-style keyboard round out the feature set, making this multifaceted keyboard a godsend for gigging musicians.
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WinterNAMM 2010: TC Electronic announces a revamped G-System The best guitar effects system just got even better – G-System has been updated with a redesigned input circuit and a new software update with more effects, more features and 100 new presets.
Widely recognised as the most complete guitar system in the world, TC Electronic’s G-System is a revolutionary guitar system that offers guitarists the very best in effects, amp switching, floor control. G-System is so flexible that it even allows for full integration of third party stomp boxes. Now TC Electronic has redesigned the analog input circuit of the original G-System providing a totally pure uncoloured signal path.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Roland releases V-Piano Evolution Update Roland’s groundbreaking V-Piano has won acclaim from the world’s finest pianists. With its innovative approach to digital piano synthesis, it truly soars beyond the limits of previous sample-based instruments.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Alesis announce the MultiMix 6 USB Alesis, a leading manufacturer of professional audio equipment and studio electronics, announces the MultiMix 6 USB, a six-channel USB mixer. Alesis will introduce the MultiMix 6 USB at the 2010 Winter NAMM Show in Anaheim, CA, booth 6400, January 14–17.
The MultiMix 6 USB is a six-channel desktop mixer designed for easy integration into a computer-based recording environment. This compact mixer is perfect for use in recording setups, video editing and production studios as it outputs not only line-level analog audio, but also stereo 16-bit, 44.1 kHz digital audio over USB for low-noise, simple computer connection.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Roland announces the VP-7 Vocal Processor For keyboardists in need of great background vocals, the new VP-7 vocal processor is ready to sing! Create harmonies instantly, from a single voice to a full-scale choir, with a microphone and a MIDI connection to the keyboard of your choice. It’s simple. Just select a sound type from the front panel, and play.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Cakewalk Announces Free SONAR 8.5.2 Update Cakewalk, the world's leading developer of powerful and easy to use products for music creation and recording, today announces a free update for SONAR 8.5 Producer and SONAR 8.5 Studio. Registered SONAR 8.5 Producer, SONAR 8.5 Studio, and V-Studio 700 customers can download the 8.5.2 update for free here.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Rane announces the SIXTY-EIGHT DJ mixer Introducing the first professional DJ mixer with two USB 2.0 High Speed ports with support for real-time connection of two computers. Two DJs can work in parallel and/or seamlessly transition from one DJ to another.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Ableton and Serato present The Bridge The Bridge spans the gap between music production and DJing, creating a natural link between Ableton Live and Serato Scratch Live or ITCH. The Bridge provides a powerful fusion of DJ and production tools, opening a world of opportunities for DJing, remixing and live performance.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Check the latest WinterNamm 2010 News on our Twitterfeed Wanna experience the WinterNamm 2010 Live? Become a follower of the Gearjunkies Twitter and keep up-to-date, 24 hours a day with the latest news!
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WinterNAMM 2010: Avid Introduces Pro Tools Instrument Expansion Pack Avid today introduced the Digidesign Pro Tools Instrument Expansion Pack™, a collection of five professional virtual instruments that enable musicians and producers to harness the full creative power of Pro Tools®, while writing, composing, and recording music.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Cakewalk Announces New Line of Keyboard Controllers Cakewalk, the world's leading developer of powerful and easy to use products for music creation and recording, announces the launch of the A-PRO Series of USB MIDI Controllers for Mac and PC. The A-300PRO, A-500PRO and A-800PRO are a brand new line of keyboard controllers developed in conjunction with Roland.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Cakewalk Announces FA-66 FireWire Audio Interface Cakewalk announces the launch of the FA-66 FireWire Audio Interface for Mac and PC. The FA-66 is a compact, portable 6-in/6-out FireWire 400/800 audio interface designed for mobile recording and performance professionals. The unit has two XLR/TRS combo inputs with phantom powered mic preamps, with one offering Hi-Z for recording electric guitar or bass, plus two RCA inputs — all with zero latency direct monitoring. The FA-66 delivers 4x4 simultaneous performance at up to 24-bit/192kHz sound quality, or 6x6 simultaneous performance at up to 24-bit/96 kHz.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Applied Acoustics Systems Native 64-bit VST on Windows Applied Acoustics Systems announces the upcoming release of “native 64-bit VST plug-ins” for their Professional and Session Series instruments on Windows 7 and Vista.
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WinterNAMM 2010: IK Multimedia Announces AmpliTube 3 IK Multimedia is proud to present AmpliTube 3, a massive upgrade of the leading guitar and bass tone gear-modeling software! AmpliTube 3 raises the industry standard of sound variety, realism and creative power - with over 160 precisely modeled pieces of vintage and modern gear available in one package - it is the ultimate tone gear collection for players, producers and engineers.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Steinberg ships Nuendo SyncStation synchronizer solution Steinberg is pleased to announce shipping of a benchmark-setting new hardware sync solution in almost any production situation: Nuendo SyncStation. A solidly-built 19” rack mount unit houses the latest sync technology designed by industry legend Colin Broad to lock with complete reliability to video tape recorders, analog tape machines, other DAWs, house sync generators to name but a few.
Designed for but not restricted to operation with Steinberg’s Nuendo Advanced Audio Production System, Nuendo SyncStation supports an exhaustive list of standards and protocols, including MTC, LTC and MMC as well as VITC and Sony 9-pin via RS422, WordClock, HD/Tri-level sync, Black Burst and Varispeed operation over a huge array of Pull-up/Pull-down settings. Nuendo Sync Station also supports the sample-accurate VST System Link protocol over digital connections such as AES/EBU and S/PDIF. Uniquely, Nuendo SyncStation can offer extremely accurate sync using traditionally less accurate standards like MTC by referencing with sample-accuracy to each video frame.
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WinterNAMM 2010: PreSonus Studio One 1.1 Adds A Wealth of Features PreSonus announced version 1.1 of its Studio One DAW software, which adds multiple features and enhancements. You can now draw automation waveforms, and automation points can be locked to selected events, so automation moves with the related events. A transform function lets you scale, stretch, and otherwise modify automation envelopes. An Undo history enables viewing and undoing all edits done since the file was opened, even if you have saved since then. A pitch-name editor is available in the drum layout, and you can save and load names from a pitch-name list.
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WinterNAMM 2010: SoundCloud hooks up with PreSonus and Audiofile Engineering SoundCloud, the online music service, today launches the first in a series of product integrations with professional music software makers which will enable producers to upload their tracks to the web direct from their favourite audio applications. The first partnerships, announced today at NAMM, are with Studio One from PreSonus and Audiofile Engineering's Wave Editor, with Ableton Live to follow.
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WinterNAMM 2010: ARTURIA announces ANALOG EXPERIENCE SERIES ARTURIA announces a series of three hybrid synthesizers: Analog Experience THE PLAYER, Analog Experience THE FACTORY and Analog Experience THE LABORATORY.
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WinterNAMM 2010: IK Multimedia Presents StealthBoard IK Multimedia is proud to introduce StealthBoard, the first USB-MIDI floor controller for guitar and bass players that gives you full control over your entire rig. You may now control your software and/or hardware-based tone and effects units, plus channel switching, all from just one unit on the floor.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Tenori-on Orange at NAMM2010 The new Tenori-on Orange will be on display at the 2010 NAMM show in Anaheim, CA. at Yamaha's main booth in the Marriott hotel, located directly across from the main convention center. If you are attending the show please stop by and check it out.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Denon DJ unveils DN-X1600 Digital DJ Mixer Denon DJ, a leading manufacturer of premium-grade DJ equipment, unveils its DN-X1600 Digital DJ Mixer, offering superb sound quality, durability, reliability, operability and visibility. Based on the same core engine as Denon DJ’s flagship DN-X1700, the DN-X1600 is an extremely affordable and versatile four-channel digital mixer with a variety of features perfect for all DJs and electronic musicians, from professional club and touring DJs, to party DJs and bedroom mix artists. Denon’s engineers have provided every capability professional DJs will require: working with vinyl, CD, digital files, DJ software applications via laptops and USB storage devices. In addition to its stellar digital mixing capabilities, the DN-X1600 provides an exclusive MIDI control UI area for functionality and ease-of-use for the rapidly growing PC DJ market.
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WinterNAMM 2010: New Stuff from NUMARK at the NAMM At this years NAMM Numark has taken the opportunity to introduce exciting new products. Numark will be introducing the NDX800 Professional Tabletop player/controller, the X7 Premium 4 channel digital club mixer, the V7 Motorised controller, the PHX USB professional DJ headphones and the MIXDECK UNIVERSAL DJ system.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Alesis announces Q49 USB/MIDI keyboard controller Alesis announces the Q49 USB/MIDI keyboard controller. The Q49 is a 49-note keyboard controller that works with virtually all music software and MIDI hardware devices. The compact controller features USB-MIDI and traditional MIDI jacks for easy connection to Mac, PC and MIDI hardware.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Akai iPK25 AND SynthStation Studio for iPhone/iPod Touch Akai Professional, the name synonymous with music production, announces the iPK25 keyboard controller and the SynthStation Studio music production app, both for iPhone and iPod Touch. Akai Pro will unveil the iPK25 and SynthStation Studio at the 2010 Winter NAMM Show in Anaheim, CA, booth 6400, January 14–17.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Akai announces MPD26 USB/MIDI Pad Controller Akai Professional, the name synonymous with music production, announces the MPD26 USB/MIDI Pad Controller. Akai Pro will introduce the MPD26 at the 2010 Winter NAMM Show in Anaheim, CA, booth 6400, January 14–17.
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WinterNAMM 2010: The Moog Guitar adds MIDI The Moog Guitar has opened musicians minds, ears and fingers to a new universe of guitar expression, creating an incredibly intimate experience that connects players directly to the strings of the guitar.
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WinterNAMM 2010: SSL Release Versatile Software Controlled Analogue Routing System Solid State Logic, the world’s leading manufacturer of professional digital and analogue consoles, is proud to announce the release of X-Patch at the 2010 Winter NAMM Convention, Booth 6907 at the Anaheim Convention Center from January 14th to 17th.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Access Virus TI OS 4 announced Access Music, the company behind the award winning Virus TI series of hardware synthesizers presents OS4 for the entire Virus TI series on the NAMM Show 2010 in Anaheim, California. The new update adds exiting and innovative new sound design features and will be available free of charge to all Virus TI users.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Korg announces the Kaossilator pro
Announcing the KAOSSILATOR PRO – a supercharged version of the palm-sized KAOSSILATOR, reborn as a powerful track-making tool and loaded with live performance power.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Musebox first product from Muse and Peavey alliance Peavey Electronics and Muse Research and Development proudly introduce the new, portable, flexible MuseBox™ Musical Instrument and Effects Box. The MuseBox uses virtual instruments and effects technology in a brand-new way, so players of all types can easily take cutting-edge software-based synths, sounds and effects to rehearsals, gigs, to the practice room, or to the studio. The MuseBox’s compact 2U half-rack design is ultimately portable, incredibly versatile, and built for the road.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Akai announces APC20 Ableton controller Akai Professional, the name synonymous with music production, announces the APC20 Ableton Performance Controller. Akai Pro will introduce the APC20 at the 2010 Winter NAMM Show in Anaheim, CA, booth 6400, January 14–17.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Akai will announce the APC20 on the NAMM Great tip from one of our fans, Rumour has it that Akai will announce a smaller version of the APC40, the APC20. A few hours and we know for shure.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Pro Tools Instrument Expansion Pack Digidesign will introduce and reveal the new Pro Tools Instrument Expansion Pack at this weeks NAMM. Thanks to the AIR Users blog we have the details for it.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Looperlative LP2 mini looper debuts on the WinterNAMM 2010 The Looperlative LP2 is a new mini looper who will make his debute on the Winternamm 2010.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Jomox annouces M Brane11 Analog Membrane Modeling Two analog T-bridge oscillators become electronic membranes. Why? Because they can be coupled. And because their dampening can be controlled. Then add a little noise, add a little envelope, and the brand new electronic percussion synthesizer of Jomox is ready.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Doepfer DIY Synth Kit At NAMM we’ll start a new product line: a low cost DIY kit to build a full-fledged analog synthesizer. The kit is made of a pc board that includes all that is necessary to build a standard analog synthesizer.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Peavey Introduces New PV Series Mixers Peavey has added two new, feature-laden mixers to its long-running PV Series, the PV® 6 USB, and PV® 8 USB. The PV® Series has long been the benchmark of performance and value in audio, and these new PV® mixers reinforce this legacy. With exclusive Peavey reference-quality microphone preamps—featuring an astonishingly low THD (total harmonic distortion) of 0.0007%—these new mixers are equally useful in project studios or live- and program-music mixing situations.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Doepfer Dark Time sequencer [Update] Not completely official but we came across this rendering of a hardware sequencer by Doepfer called Dark Time. We assume that Doepfer will introduce this machine at this weeks NAMM in Anaheim.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Access Virus Sneak Preview NAMM 2010 This is a audio preview of a future Virus TI operating system. All patches were specifically designed to illustrate new features to be announced on the NAMM show 2010. Access Music only used single sounds and no additional effects.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Serato and Ableton announce creative partnership DJs, remixers and producers on the forefront of technology, watch out. Serato and Ableton are happy to announce a partnership which will pave the way for the future of Digital DJing. With shared artist rosters from hip-hop (DJ Jazzy Jeff, DJ Nu-Mark, A-Trak) to electronica (Paul Van Dyk, DJ Sasha), both Ableton Live and Serato Scratch Live are renowned as the premier performance platforms in clubs around the globe. While Serato's Scratch Live excels in vinyl emulation, music library control and lightning quick hands-on scratching, Ableton Live provides the tools for production, on-the-fly remixing and beat creation.
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WinterNAMM 2010: Allen and Heath at the NAMM At the NAMM next week Allen & Heath will be launching the iDR-16 MixRack and iLive-R72 rackmountable Control Surface from the iLive digital mixing series. Also the global launch of the ZED-10 and ZED-10FX from the ZED Series of USB-equipped mixers for live performance, recording and production and the US launch for the Xone:DX MIDI USB controller.
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WinterNAMM 2010: McDSP NAMM 2010 news McDSP will introduce the All-New 6030 Ultimate Compressor at this years WinterNamm. McDSP has turned up the notch of dynamic range processing once again. Building on the entire award winning McDSP compression algorithm code base, the 6030 Ultimate Compressor adds new sonic capabilities, stunning new user interfaces and a collection of new designs mixed with unique twists on vintage emulations. The 6030 Ultimate Compressor will be available in May of 2010 (pricing TBD). The 6030 Ultimate Compressor will also be added to the Emerald Pack bundle, available to Emerald Pack 4 customers as an upgrade (pricing TBD).
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