Studio Hardware

New Firmware Update for Steinberg UR28M and UR824 USB available

New Firmware Update for Steinberg UR28M and UR824 USB available

Steinberg have announced that they have enhanced their UR28M and UR824 USB audio interfaces with a comprehensive firmware update which adds several new features and improvemnets. This newly released firmware update for UR28M and UR824 USB audio interfaces boasts DSP-based guitar amp effects, VST 3 effects bundle, class-compliant mode for connectivity with iPads, loopback option for internet live streaming and a free version of Steinberg’s latest Cubase AI music production software.

Five Classic API Modules added in UAD Software version 7.3

Five Classic API Modules added in UAD Software version 7.3

For over 40 years, API mixing consoles have become synonymous for audio excellence and multi-platinum recordings. From the Foo Fighters to Fleetwood Mac’s classic Rumours, API mixing desks are legendary for their colorful punch and warm analog detail. Now Universal Audio is pleased to release the API Vision Channel Strip Plug-In for the UAD Powered Plug-Ins platform and Apollo audio interfaces.

Producertech Ableton UK Training Weekends starting november

Producertech Ableton UK Training Weekends starting november

The Producertech team are excited to announce the first of many live teaching events, starting in November with 2 Ableton Live weekends by certified trainer Rob Jones. These weekends, one for Beginners and one for Advanced level users, include 2 full days of training on Ableton software and music production in general, as well as instruction on Ableton’s control surface Push, free online courses and £100 worth of samples from Loopmasters.

RME QuadMic II Shipping Now

RME QuadMic II Shipping Now

RME have announced that they started shipping their new QuadMic II PreAmp. Excellent Signal to Noise Ratio, lowest harmonic distortions and wide gain range make the QuadMic II a first choice for superior studio recordings. QuadMic II is battery powerable and thus excellent for remote applications.

Introducing… those new Moog Minifoogers

Introducing… those new Moog Minifoogers

Last week we showed you the leaked advertisement of a new line of Minifoogers, so we kinda knew they were coming soon. And today Moog acknowledged the rumours by introducing … the new Minifoogers. A series of compact – easy to use stomp boxes designed primarily for use with electric guitar and bass. Each Minifooger is housed in a rugged cast aluminum enclosure and features a 100% analog signal path, true bypass design, optional battery power, and a single expression pedal input providing hands-free control of one specified parameter within each unit.

Mixvibes Cross DJ now syncs with Rekordbox

Mixvibes Cross DJ now syncs with Rekordbox

Mixvibes is introducing an interesting new function with version 2.6 of their Cross DJ software for mac and pc. You now can sync rekordbox™ within Cross DJ. As you know, CDJ-2000NXS are the club standard. All it takes is a USB stick and you’re ready to rock any venue. However, at home, some people use DJ software with CDJs, controllers or DVS. To retrieve their hot cues, loops and playlists in the club’s CDJ-2000NXS, they have to prepare their music in rekordbox™. With rekordbox sync, what is already prepared in Cross DJ is automatically reflected in rekordbox™.

Introducing WaveDNA Liquid Rhythm Beat Generation Software

Introducing WaveDNA Liquid Rhythm Beat Generation Software

WaveDNA is excited to announce a significant update to the full version of Liquid Rhythm beat generation software, including powerful new MIDI sequencing and editing tools to create and remix drum patterns. This can now be achieved either directly in Ableton Live clips via Max4Live as a plug-in, or as a stand-alone application. Additionally, the company has released Liquid Rhythm Intro, a condensed version of Liquid Rhythm to increase accessibility for the electronic musician, music producer, DJ and film/television composer communities of music creators.

Electrodyne 2501 and 2511 Unveiled by Petes Place Audio

Electrodyne 2501 and 2511 Unveiled by Petes Place Audio

Recently we showed you the video of the new Electrodyne 2501 pre amp. This week Pete’s Place informed us that the 2501 and the 2511 Equalizer are being launched. In January of 2009, Electrodyne and Pete’s Place Audio teamed up to bring back the classic Electrodyne brand in 500 Series module form with the launch of the 501 discrete two-stage studio preamp and 511 two-band inductor EQ. Now, almost five years later, the two companies have come together once again to offer dual mono-channel, 19-inch rack-mounted versions of both products known as the Electrodyne 2501 and 2511.

Manley Labs Celebrates 25 Years with Customer Rebate (USA)

Manley Labs Celebrates 25 Years with Customer Rebate (USA)

Manley Labs, a privately owned company that designs, manufactures and distributes high-end analog audio equipment, announced a rebate program in the USA for their best selling audio products. The rebate is Manley’s way of celebrating the 25th anniversary of their company that proudly manufactures all their products in the USA. The rebate began October 1 and be active thru December 31, 2013.