MOTU is once again shipping the MIDI Express XT, a 128-channel USB MIDI interface for Mac and Windows with plug-and-play USB connectivity to any computer, sub-millisecond MIDI timing accuracy, 8 separate MIDI inputs, 9 MIDI outputs, time code sync, a foot switch input, and MIDI processing features, including routing, merging, and muting.
The video below shows a prototype of Livid Instruments MIDI modules built into a custom controller they built for Sound Tribe Sector 9. The MIDI modules fit in a standard eurorack enclosure. This is a preview of what they will be releasing with their Livid Modules.The sounds isn’t really HQ but it gives you an idea what the guys over at Livid are cooking up for you.
As a founding member of both L.A. Strings and L.A. FilmScore, multi-instrumentalist Christine Wu has performed on shows like American Idol, the Grammy Awards and America’s Got Talent as well as backed up musicians like Usher, Kelly Clarkson, Justin Timberlake, Beyonce and even Queen and Kiss.
Stanton released a notice that their latest DJ controller, the SCS.4DJ, is now worldwide available. Our review controller has arrived already at our ‘tech lab’ and we will publish a review in the near future. Below is the official press release by Stanton Magnetics.
Thermionic Culture have released a new version of the Mastering valve compressor, the Mastering Plus. The classic hand built point to point wired soft knee compressor has a compression ratio from 1.2:1 to 5:1 at 15dB of compression and uses Mullard and Siemens valves and custom Sowter transformers.
The CMC series is the world’s first modular controller system for Cubase. Consisting of six unique USB controllers, CMC gives you all the control options you’re looking for — along with utmost flexibility and great ease of use.
Today Steinberg introduced their new controller series which they started to tease us with last week. These new controllers are ‘modular’. You can set up your own system with the controller models you want or need.
Pioneer has started to focus more on the hobby and beginner DJ with the release of the DJM-250 Mixer. With an attractive price of 299 Euro, this mixer will be a strong contender in the lower pricve range of the SJ mixer market.
Radar Meter Bundle for Pro Tools HD is a complete loudness meter package that is perfect for all post and production studios whether they deliver for broadcast or cinema.
A Midas PRO6, supplied by Britannia Row Productions in Europe and Delicate Productions in the USA, has gone out for the first time on monitors on Foo Fighters’ world tour in support of their seventh studio album, Wasting Light. The tour kicked off in Tulsa, Oklahoma in May, taking in over 60 dates across North America, Europe, and Australasia, and with new dates still being added, will continue into 2012.
Audanika, developer of the popular iPhone/iPad instrument and MIDI controller SoundPrism is pleased to announce the release of SoundPrism Pro 2.3. SoundPrism Pro 2.3 goes beyond the limits of iOS music making. It’s the begin of a new era of mobile music creation!
Focusrite proudly introduce the Scarlett 2i2 audio interface, featuring exceptional audio quality, ultimate simplicity and stunning design. The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is a 2-in/2-out USB 2.0 audio interface with the highest specifications in its class. Alongside award-winning Focusrite mic/instrument preamps, high-quality 24-bit/96kHz digital conversion and flexible monitor control, it features a new unibody industrial design, which is visually striking, functional and robust.
Line 6, the industry leader in digital modeling technology for musicians, announced today Mobile In digital input adaptor and Mobile POD® guitar tone app. The new hardware and app allow guitarists to connect an electric guitar to their iPhone or iPad, which gives them the same high-quality sounds they’d get if they were playing from a wide variety of famous guitar amplifiers, speakers and effects including distortion, chorus and reverb.
The Egg Monitors by sE Electronics are oddly shaped but most intriguing and definitely interesting sounding. Our first encounter with these monitors were at the MusikMesse earlier this year. After that we also went to the factory in England for an even better introduction. sE Electronics have now started to publish parts of an interview with its designer Andy Munro. Part one is now available via Youtube.
According to TC Helicon VoiceLive Rack is the ultimate solution for recording studios in all shapes and sizes as well as bands with a need for permanent world-class vocal effects in their live sound rigs! Voicelive Rack will be available in october 2011 with an estimated price of 799 Euro.