Softube Announces Compatibility with Avid AAX Plug-In Format
Softube has announced that they will deliver compatible 64-bit AAX (Avid Audio eXtension) DSP and AAX Native plug-ins in time for the forthcoming Avid Pro Tools 11 release.
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Barefoot introduces second generation of MicroMain27 and 35
Barefoot Sound is proud to introduce the second generation MicroMain27 and MicroMain35. Now featuring our amazing Speaker Emulation technology, both speakers precisely model the essential response and translation characteristics of other classic studio monitors, simply with turn of a knob. If this weren’t enough, the renowned MM27 adn MM35 are augmented with advanced new electronics and drivers giving it even greater dimension and transparency across the entire audio spectrum.
Sonnox Oxford Limiter available in Avids AAX Format
Sonnox has released the Oxford Limiter plug-in for Avid’s AAX format. Sonnox Sales & Marketing Manager, Nathan Eames reports, “The demand for AAX plug-ins has been growing exponentially, as the Pro Tools HDX user base expands. Our design group continues to work diligently on developing 64-bit AAX versions for the forthcoming Pro Tools 11. The work is time consuming, but absolute accuracy is paramount, to bring these much loved classics to the HDX platform.”
TC Electronic Adds 3G Capability to TouchMonitor TM7
The TC Electronic TM7 is a very popular loudness meter for mobile trucks and small installations where space is always an issue. Broadcasters have wished for the same 3G SDI capability of the larger TouchMonitor TM9, and now a TM7 model with that exact I/O configuration is available.
Line 6 unveils Sonic Port for iOS devices
Line 6, leading manufacturer of innovative solutions for musicians, today announced the new Sonic Port guitar system for iPod touch®, iPhone® and iPad®. Building on the success of the popular Line 6® Mobile In™ digital interface, the Sonic Port system delivers pristine audio quality, legendary Line 6 guitar tones and all the inputs and outputs needed to transform a mobile device into a studio-quality music creation system.
Mixvibes Cross DJ for iPhone and iPad update available
MixVibes announced a major update on iPhone and iPad with the Record & Share new functionalities. Cross DJ is the first app to record and share mixes on Soundcloud. Record, edit and share your mix on Soundcloud straight from your iPhone or iPad. No computer needed, it’s all built in the app.
Native Instruments launches TRAKTOR KONTROL Z2 Sale
Native Instruments launched a new ‘Happy Hour‘ sales special for the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z2 – the 2+2 channel DJ control mixer. The Z2 will be available exclusively to TRAKTOR DJs for the special price of $599 / 599 € / 59800 ¥ until June 30, 2013. Usually retailing at $899 / 799 € / 83800 ¥, TRAKTOR KONTROL Z2 is available both at the NI Online Shop, and at participating retailers worldwide. DJs wishing to take advantage of this special offer at retailers need simply to provide a valid proof of purchase for a TRAKTOR product.
Elysia Expands 500 Series With Xfilter 500 True Stereo EQ
High-end studio processor manufacturer elysia is proud to announce availability of the xfilter 500, a true stereo EQ in 500 series format.
Wavesfactory Takes TrackSpacer Plug-in Upwards To Version 2.0
Last year saw Wavesfactory making a brave move into the wonderful world of audio plug-ins with TrackSpacer, a keenly- priced debut developed in close collaboration with French virtual instrument and plug-in guru Xavier Oudin (of XILS-lab fame). As implied by name, TrackSpacer cleverly creates space in a music mix for any instrument, voice, or other audio source by performing automatic, multi-band equalisation on a per track basis.
Focusrite RedNet Runs The Killers FOH System
Thanks to its flexibility, Focusrite’s RedNet audio I/O technology is being implemented in a diverse range of applications. From single-unit laptop recording setups to multi-room studio environments, RedNet is proving to be a popular audio interface system. One of the highest-profile implementations of RedNet to date is the front-of-house rig for The Killers‘ world tour, where a RedNet 1 eight channel A-D/D-A, and RedNet 4 eight-channel mic preamp perform a number of duties for Systems Engineer Philip Reynolds. He made the decision to use RedNet in order to maintain the audio within the digital domain — A-D conversion takes place side-stage as soon as the mics plug into the stagebox — for as long as possible before conversion to analogue. It’s this, says Philip, that keeps the audio quality world-class.
Avid announces modular S3L System
Get the performance, sound quality, and features that countless live sound professionals have come to rely on in a system architecture that’s built for the future. The modular Avid S3L System is comprised of a high-performance HDX-powered processing engine running AAX plug-ins, scalable remote I/O that can live on stage or in a rack, and a head-turning, compact control surface that’s built for the road, but equally at home in the studio.
Serato DJ with the Vestax VCI-380 – Video
Check out Martin, the fearless support team leader at Serato, showing off his skills on the Vestax VCI-380 and Serato DJ. It’s fair to say, the team spends their fair share of time with the gear. Great little demo, direct from the Serato office!
Audio Damage MangleVerb – Video Overview
Only a few days ago Chris Randall from Audio Damage released Mangleverb, his latest FX plugin. Mangleverb can be used as a filter, reverb, transient shaper, rhythmic gate, LPF gate, tempo-synced VCA, and any combination thereof. It is, for all intents and purposes, a Swiss Army Knife, for both wild sonic destruction and more utilitarian production work.
Novation Launchkey Midi Keyboards Now Available
Novation‘s latest MIDI controller is now available worldwide! Based around a 25, 49 or 61-note keyboard with 16 velocity-sensitive multi-colour launch pads, Launchkey features the Launchkey app (an iPad performance synth) as well as a Launchpad app that provides drag-and-drop loop playback from the pads and realtime effects including stutter and filter effects. InControl technology instantly maps the hardware giving you hands-on control of your mixer, transport and more in Ableton Live, FL Studio, Pro Tools, Reason, Logic and Cubase.
Audio Damage MangleVerb for filtered reverb sound-thrashing needs
Audio Damage have released Mangleverb. A reverb plugin that does more than just … reverb! What happens when you combine a thick reverb, a filter, an envelope follower, an LFO, and a VCA? We wanted to know. The results are surprisingly useful. Mangleverb can be used as a filter, reverb, transient shaper, rhythmic gate, LPF gate, tempo-synced VCA, and any combination thereof. It is, for all intents and purposes, a Swiss Army Knife, for both wild sonic destruction and more utilitarian production work.