Monthly Archives: September 2009

Studio Hardware

TASCAM announces US-100 USB Audio Interface

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TASCAM has announced the US-100, a new USB 2.0 Audio Interface positioned at a breakthrough price. The high-quality interface features a microphone input as well as instrument level input for direct recording guitar or bass. Stereo line inputs are provided, and can be switched to phono-level to connect a favorite turntable to digitize a vinyl collection. All of this is housed in a solid aluminum chassis to withstand any abuse from the road to the dorm room.

Studio Hardware

AUDIO 2 DJ Now Available in Stores

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Native Instruments today announced that AUDIO 2 DJ is now available in stores worldwide. AUDIO 2 DJ is the world’s smallest USB audio interface for DJs. Delivering the exact same audio quality and performance as the acclaimed AUDIO 8 DJ and AUDIO 4 DJ interfaces that are used by professional club DJs worldwide, the AUDIO 2 DJ offers users of TRAKTOR and other DJ software a unique new balance of quality, size and price.

DJ GEAR, Studio Software

Mixed In Key launches Harmonic Mixing DJ Contest

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Mixed In Key, the company that produces harmonic mixing software, is launching a massive DJ contest. Contestants are invited to showcase their favorite music genre in a 10-15 minute mix. The contest is open until October 15. The challenge: Contestants must showcase their favorite music genre in a mix that will impress the world’s best DJs. The top winner receives prizes worth over $3000.

DJ GEAR, Studio Hardware

Allen and Heath iLive expansion cards now shipping

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Allen & Heath is pleased to be shipping a host of new interface cards for the iLive and iLive-T series digital consoles including the RAB2 remote audio interface card host; the Mini Multi-Out Card for ADAT, Aviom, iDR 8-bus and Hearbus; the EtherSound Network Card; Allen & Heath’s proprietary ACE (Audio and Control over Ethernet) Card for 64 channel bi-directional link; and the new MADI 64 Channel Multi-link Card.

Studio Software

ImageLine FL Studio 9 coming soon

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ImageLine is pleased to announce that FL Studio 9 will be released in September 2009. FL Studio 9 is a fully featured, open-architecture music creation and production environment for PC. No extra software is required to produce any style of music, as a complete kit of instruments and studio tools is included in the cost of the package. With the included plugins, sounds and tools the user can create complete songs, backing tracks, loops or sizzling beats. Completed songs can be saved to WAV, MP3, OGG, MIDI, ZIP or the native project format (.FLP).

Synths and workstations

Roland Juno-Di Mobile Synthesizer Now Shipping

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Roland Corporation U.S. announces general availability of the new JUNO®-Di Mobile Synthesizer. This latest addition to the JUNO Series is specifically designed for the musician on the go, providing a vast array of professional sounds in a lightweight, portable design. The user-friendly design of the JUNO-Di will deliver hassle-free live keyboard performances for both the seasoned musician and entry level user.

Studio Software

Native Instruments Announces KOMPLETE 6

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Native Instruments today announced KOMPLETE 6, the latest version of its popular software bundle that has become a mainstay with professional musicians and producers. The new collection offers a veritable arsenal of acclaimed instruments and effects that cover all areas of modern music production, including powerful new versions of ABSYNTH, GUITAR RIG and KONTAKT, at a significantly reduced price point. 

Studio Software

Native Instruments releases Guitar Rig 4 Pro

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Following the updates of Komplete, Kontakt and Absynth, Guitar Rig follows closely with version 4 Pro. GUITAR RIG 4 PRO is the ultimate all-in-one guitar and bass solution for perfect custom tone. The powerful and intuitive software comprises of a vast array of amps, cabinets, mics and effects, recreated in stunning detail. The latest version includes 3 new amps, 4 new super-flexible effects and above all, the revolutionary Control Room for that “big bucks” studio tone.

Studio Software

Native Instruments releases Absynth 5 and Kontakt 4

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Next to the KOMPLETE 6 package we posted earlier today, Native Instruments releases new updated versions of ABSYNTH and KONTAKT.

ABSYNTH 5 is an exceptional synthesizer with unique sonic potential. Its speciality is a limitless spectrum of unusual, evolving sounds created using the powerful, hybrid synthesis architecture and sophisticated modulation and effect system – resulting in sounds far removed from the everyday.

With version 4, KONTAKT enhances its position as the professional’s sampler of choice. Building on the outstanding features of the previous versions, including the unrivaled audio engine and state-of-the-art semi-modular architecture, KONTAKT 4 delivers new sonic horizons for your music.

Studio Hardware, Studio Software

Steinberg presents CI2 Advanced Integration USB Studio

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Steinberg is proud to announce the CI2 Advanced Integration USB Studio. High quality audio hardware offering both recording and controller features combines with the included Cubase AI 5 and Advanced Integration technology to offer a complete production solution engineered specifically for newcomers and mobile production environments. With many workflow enhancements to support first-time producers and songwriters, CI2 costs €229.00/£191.00 and will ship to Steinberg resellers worldwide from the end of September 2009*.

Studio Software

Native Instruments KOMPLETE 6 available soon

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Allthough it is still not official we saw that several webshops already are advertising this NI News. One of the new NI products will be KOMPLETE 6. The NATIVE INSTRUMENTS KOMPLETE 6 includes Kontakt 4, Absynth 5, Guitar Rig Pro, Reaktor 5, Massive, FM8 and Battery 3. The NATIVE INSTRUMENTS KOMPLETE 6 is the latest version of the high-end collection, featuring synthesizers, samplers, vintage keyboards, virtual guitar, sound effects and more.