Tannoy announce new range of Reveal monitors
The iconic Reveal studio monitor is back and better than ever. Tannoy unveil two new models in a range that doesn’t compromise on sound quality.
Studio Hardware
Dynaudio Acoustics announces the new BM5A MKII studio monitor
Dynaudio Acoustics’ BM5A monitors have become something of a legend in monitoring circles, thanks largely to their accuracy, clarity, and that they can deliver a punch well above their weight. Now Dynaudio Acoustics have taken the original design and made it even better. The result: BM5A MKII nearfield precision monitors with ultra-accurate handcrafted driver technology.
Celemony announce Melodyne updates
Celemony Software GmbH is pleased to announce that Melodyne editor, the first product to offer the patented DNA Direct Note Access technology, will be updated to version 1.1 in April. The free update improves the sound quality, performance and reliability of the software, optimizes numerous functions, and fixes a number of bugs. At the same time as the Melodyne editor update, updates will be appearing for Melodyne assistant and Melodyne essential RTAS.
A Designs HM2 Compressor Nail available
There are rare times in the professional audio industry when a new piece of recording equipment comes to the market that is ahead of its time. A Designs Audio, Inc. believes the HM2 Compressor “Nail” is one of those pieces of recording equipment.
SoundCraft releases Vi1 digital desk
With the Soundcraft Vi Series now firmly established as a firm favourite digital desk on both the touring, broadcast and installed sound scenes, Soundcraft have taken this amazing platform to another, more affordable level with the release of the new Vi1 console. Many users have asked for a smaller, lower-priced desk that still has the acclaimed Vistonics user interface, and of course the now-legendary optimal sound quality established with the Vi Series. So here it is, the Soundcraft Vi1.
Pioneer to make Rekordbox Free to all DJs
rekordbox™, the digital music management software collaboration between Pioneer and MixVibes – the ©iTunes for DJs – is being now being made as a free download to all DJ’s after the successful launch of their new club standard CDJs.
OTO Maschines announces Biscuit effect processor
OTO Machines is a small french company dedicated to design new tools for music and sound creation. It has been created by two sound engineers & producer, sharing a same passion for sound, music, and electronics. OTO Machines’ first product, BISCUIT is designed, assembled and tested by us in there own workshop, using the best quality parts.
Introducing Waves Webinars
Announcing the first in a new series of Waves Webinars: Your chance to hear from Waves artists and insiders and get your questions answered.
Pioneer DJ introducing DJM-2000 Mixer Flagship
The art of DJing is now in the digital age, and the next generation of DJ mixers needs to keep pace with the CDJ revolution. The DJM-2000 truly does that. The brand new DJM-2000 is Pioneer’s most powerful performance mixer and is the perfect match for the new industry-standard CDJ-2000 digital decks. With an innovative touch screen and arsenal of remixing FX, the DJM-2000 forms the ultimate club mixer. No less than six individual effects processors lay the foundation for hundreds of music manipulation combinations, so a DJ can always create their own unique sound.
Livid Block Diablo now available
Block is a compact and programmable MIDI control surface designed for interactive audio performance. Built on the same bi-directional and adaptable platform as the Ohm64, Block provides a powerful interface for creating and interacting with sound in a small easy-to-transport body. Sixty four backlight led buttons provide endless possibilities for visual feedback with the instrument by connecting it to Ableton Live, Max/Msp, our open source sounds apps, or any other software that supports MIDI. The Limited Edition Block Diablo is only available while supplies last. This version has a mahogany body, black faceplate, and red LED’s.
TC Electronic Audio Interface software updates
TC Electronic have now released version 2.4 of the software package for their audio interfaces. With this free download, you will get support for 64-bit Windows-based operating systems as well as enhanced stability if you are using a Mac running OS X Snow Leopard.
Mu – Ableton Live controller for the Lemur – Teaser Video
JazzMutant has released this teaser video for Mu, a multi-touch Ableton Live controller for the Lemur. Mu is a Max for Live plugin, so you will need Ableton Live 8 and Max for Live to use it. Pricing and availability are to be announced. Guess we will have to wait till the MusikMesse next week to get more details!
Elysia Mpressor plugin – Gearjunkies review
The German Elysia company is known for their high-end compressors which they have been building for several years now. They have teamed up with the designers of Brainworx and used their vast knowledge of discrete components and translate them to the digital path. The result Mpressor plugin is available as VST, RTAS, TDM and AU. I’ve tested the VST version in Cubase 5.1.1. To get it right I’ve taken longer than the standard 14 day trial period you can get provided that you have an iLok dongle.
NI MASCHINE 1.5 update preview
The upcoming free MASCHINE 1.5 update will bring crucial enhancements to the innovative groove production studio. These include enhanced host integration, drag & drop MIDI and audio, new Vintage Sampling Modes (MPC60 / SP1200), MPC sample import, and many workflow improvements.
Cakewalk SONAR 8.5.3 AudioSnap Update – Video
Cakewalk recently released a free update for SONAR 8.5 Producer and SONAR 8.5 Studio. The SONAR 8.5.3 update is focused on AudioSnap 2.0 providing usability enhancements, optimizations, and overall improved stability when performing complex audio timing tasks. Cakewalk has posted a few videos explaining and showing more on Audiosnap 2.0.