Update: Yamaha announces the AW1600 and AW2400
Yamaha accounces two new digital audio workstations, the AW1600 and AW2400. The AW1600 and AW2400 will replace the AW4416 and AW16G.
Studio Hardware
TC-Helicons VoicePro is now shipping
VoicePro, the new flagship voice processor from TC-Helicon, is now shipping. the VoicePro is the most technologically advanced voice-processing unit on the market today. A combination of proprietary voice processing algorithms developed through years of human voice research, and a voice-optimized compilation of essential vocal effects including classic TC algorithms, delivers limitless vocal sounds for music, game, post and commercial audio designer/producers.
Steinberg expands US customer service
Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH announced they have moved and expanded their US customer service and technical support for the US. The improvements are part of a push by new parent company, Yamaha Corporation to enhance the user experience and simplify software and hardware integration.
Behringer released BCN44 midi controller
Behringer reports the availability of their new small midi controller B-CONTROL NANO BCN44. It is a super-compact universal MIDI controller whose miniscule size does not stop it from being a formidable contender for both studio and pure controller applications.
Behringer releases BCA2000 Windows XP driver Version 2
Behringer has announced the immediate availability of the BCA2000 Windows XP driver Version 2 for downloading, free-of-charge at the Behringer website. The B-CONTROL AUDIO BCA2000 is a high-speed USB 2.0 multi-channel audio/MIDI interface with multiple simultaneous digital and analog ins and outs, including instrument inputs, adjustable limiter and an extensive monitor control section.
SAE Institute acquires ams Neve
In a surprise move Mr Tom Misner – President and Founder of the multi-national SAE Group announced today the acquisition of the world’s leading console manufacturer AMS Neve. Tom, an audio technologist, visionary, & educator in the music field has maintained a very strong industry association and has been a user of Neve consoles for the past 30 years.
SSL taken over by … Peter Gabriel!
Solid State Logic is pleased to announce that the companies assets have been acquired by a joint venture established by musician and technologist, Peter Gabriel, and broadcast industry entrepreneur, David Engelke. The company, which will trade as Solid State Logic, will continue to design and manufacture mixing consoles and related audio technology at its Begbroke, Oxford headquarters.
Celemony and SAE Institute agree to work together
Celemony Software and the School of Audio Engineering (the SAE Institute) have concluded a far-reaching international agreement that will see numerous SAE studios equipped with Celemony software and the unique audio program Melodyne forming part of the SAE curriculum. Under the same agreement, SAE students, as well as members of the Institutes alumni association, will benefit from special prices on Celemony products.
Limited time Yamaha studio connections upgrade Incentive
Customers who purchase Yamaha Studio Connections compatible hardware products (Motif ES, Motif ES Rack, i88x, 01x, 01V96, 02R96, SPX2000) between June 15 and Sept 30, 2005, qualify for the same special upgrade packages as Cubase LE customers. By returning to their dealer (or purchasing the upgrade along with their hardware), these customers can save $50 on Cubase SL or $100 on Cubase SX.
TerraTec Producer releases PHASE X 24 FW
TerraTec Producer is poised to unveil PHASE X24 FW, the professional version of PHASE 24 FW. Featuring a range of connection options and sophisticated FireWire technology housed in a stand-alone aluminum chassis, this device is built to convince. Sporting two analog inputs (line, hi-Z or mic in with 48V phantom power), four outputs, digital I/O, MIDI I/O, insert jacks and gain knobs, PHASE X24 FW is the all-round studio interface for discerning users.
Digidesign introduces ICON integrated console configurations
Digidesign is pleased to introduce six ICON Integrated Console configurations that enable audio professionals to quickly attain end-to-end control over projects while enjoying the tremendous value of pre-configured packages. ICON Integrated Consoles include essential ICON system components in several different configurations that are optimized for music and post production workflows and designed to fit operators rooms and budgets.
SPL releases Mixdream XP (Expansion)
MixDream XP – After introducing the MixDream 2384 analog summing and insert box last year, SPL launches the MixDream XP this year as a straight 16 in 2 summing box. Without inserts and processing stages, price and space requirements are reduced remarkably while the active summing stages are identical to deliver the same outstanding quality like its BIG BROTHER.
The MixDream XP is ideally suited as a pure DAW summing extension or to expand the MixDream with 16 further channels.
WAVES Introduces Audio Processing Accelerators
Waves Ltd., a leader in audio processing, has announced two hardware accelerators that let users easily run multiples of the companies most CPU-demanding plug-ins. The APA products offer a new paradigm that uses Ethernet connections and switches to enable stacking several APA units together and even sharing them among several DAW workstations. There are two models of APA. The APA32 is a 1U rack-mount unit, while the APA44-M, a half-rack unit that features up to 30% more processing power and nearly silent operation, is ideal for mobile use. A kit enables two APA44-M units to be mounted in a 1U rack space. The APA units are connected to the host computer via a standard Ethernet port. Up to eight units can be used together with an Ethernet switch. The units can also be shared among several DAW workstations via a suitable V-LAN configuration, with each workstation accessing up to eight APA units.
Exclusive Benelux demo tour with Reason guru James Bernard
Propellerhead Reason guru James Bernard (USA) demonstrate all the new features of Reason 3 plus a lot of other interesting possibilities and solutions around Reason. Ever thought about using Reason as your main software workstation or as mastering suite? Of course James will show also new Reason 3 features like The Combinator, M-Class Mastering Suite, Line-Mix 6:2, Remote Control and the new Reason browser etc. etc. On top of that you can hear the outstanding sonic-quality of Reason3.
Boss ships the BR-1200CD studio
BOSS is proud to announce the BR-1200CD
Studio is now shipping. From guitar pick to compact disc, the BR-1200CD can turn ideas into pro-quality songs with power and ease. Packed with great COSM effects and amp models derived from BOSS’s GT-6-series multi-effects processors, plus a great-sounding bass and drum programmer for instant backing tracks, the BR-1200CD is the friendliest and most comprehensive 12-tracker on the market.