STUDIO

Nektar Impact LX49 DAW Controller Available Early November
DJ GEAR, Studio Hardware, Studio Software

Nektar Impact LX49 DAW Controller Available Early November

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Nektar, the company behind the Panorama series of deep integration controller products, launched the Impact LX49. It is the first product in a new line of budget Nektar products, all offering integration with many of the most popular DAW Software Solutions. The 49 note velocity sensitive, full-size keyboard is fully featured with 9 faders, 9 control buttons, 8 pots, 6 transport buttons,  8 velocity sensitive pads, foot switch socket and control wheels. 5 user presets are designed for GM setups, “MIDI learn” capable DAWs and other music software.

Antares releases Auto-Tune 7 AAX Native Versions
Studio Hardware, Studio Software

Antares releases Auto-Tune 7 AAX Native Versions

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Auto-Tune is used daily by thousands of audio professionals around the world. Whether to save studio and editing time, ease the frustration of endless retakes, or save that otherwise once-in-a-lifetime performance, Auto-Tune is the overwhelming tool of choice. Antares have now released 64-bit and 32-bit Auto-Tune 7 AAX Native versions for Mac and PC. They are free upgrades for all current owners of Auto-Tune 7 (64-bit).

Novation Launchpad app for iPad Update – Audio Import Upgrade
DJ GEAR, Studio Hardware, Studio Software

Novation Launchpad app for iPad Update – Audio Import Upgrade

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Novation have made an update available for the Launchpad App. Audio Import, the most requested feature by our users, is now available via In App Purchase. This addition transforms the app into a powerful tool for users that want to perform original music on their iPad. Once purchased, users can import their own loops and samples via Dropbox, with additional import mechanisms coming soon.

Introducing the Rupert Neve Shelford Series Modules
Studio Hardware

Introducing the Rupert Neve Shelford Series Modules

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Rupert Neve Designs have introduced a new series of the very best of the classic Neve preamps and EQ design modules. The Shelford 5051 combines a classic three band EQ based on Rupert’s vintage designs with the power and flexibility of the Portico II compressor. The Shelford 5052 echoes the simple and definitive 1073 feature set with a vertically-oriented mic pre, high pass filter, and 3-band inductor EQ, while also incorporating modern capabilities like the variable Silk / Texture control from the Portico II Series and simultaneous pre / post “tape” operation.

Snow Patrol very happy with the Focusrite Forte Interface
INTERVIEWS, Studio Hardware, Studio Software

Snow Patrol very happy with the Focusrite Forte Interface

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When touring the world, any great band uses the time in between concert performances for doing work on the next album, release. Whether they’re making demos to share ideas with bandmates, or working with talented friends to help them further their careers, they still need the facility to make recordings quickly and at high quality — because we all know the first take is often the best. 

SSL presents the new and improved MATRIX2 Console
Studio Hardware, Studio Software

SSL presents the new and improved MATRIX2 Console

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This week at the 2013 AES convention in NYC, Solid State Logic, introduced the Matrix2 hybrid production console. Since its 2008 launch the SSL Matrix console has established a high profile clientele who value its unique capabilities as a genuinely hybrid production platform. Its combination of SSL analogue summing, streamlined integration of boutique analogue outboard mic pre’s & processing (via its software controlled analogue patch system) and advanced DAW control surface, provides production power and flexibility like no other console. This new version of the Matrix takes feedback from customers and provides a collection of powerful new features.

Soundness Soundsoap 3 – Major Update for This Audio Cleaner
Studio Hardware, Studio Software

Soundness Soundsoap 3 – Major Update for This Audio Cleaner

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Soundness is pleased to announce availability of version 3 of the award-winning SoundSoap audio noise reduction software. SoundSoap 3 solves audio noise problems like unwanted hiss and background noises, clicks, pops, crackles, electrical hum, and rumble. SoundSoap is used by hundreds of thousands of consumers and professionals worldwide to create stunning audio for their video and audio projects. This new version of the venerable SoundSoap software adds new features, a new user interface, and 64-bit compatibility.