Arturia releases Prophet V, CS-80 V version 2.5 updates and Spark 1.4
Arturia announces a major update to two of its classic synthesizers: The Prophet V and the CS-80V. Furthermore version 1.4 of the Spark Creative Drum Machine is released as well.
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SSL Nucleus upgrade adds new features
Solid State Logic, the world’s leading manufacturer of analogue and digital audio consoles and control surfaces, today releases new features for its multi-award winning Nucleus control surface. Nucleus users can now download dedicated DAW control profiles for Ableton Live and Propellerhead Reason (in addition to existing profiles for Pro Tools, Logic and Cubase/Nuendo and any other DAW applications that support MCU or HUI).
iXiMix TrakProDJ Deluxe Edition Released
TrakProDJ – “Deluxe Edition” is the latest generation 4 Deck enhanced version of the popular TrakProDJ control software offering a dedicated touch control system for the Traktor DJ platform and other MIDI compatible DJ software.
Red Bull BPM DJ app available now
The Red Bull BPM DJ app is now available via the Apple App store for iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch. Download the app for free and get extra features to turn your mobile device into a complete DJ setup via in-app purchasing. Also available: the new Output Booster that solves the problem of the low output volume of the iPad and iPhone.
Liine Remiix Minus App released
Remiix Minus by Liine is an interactive record, available as an app for iPhone and iPad. It lets you combine, transform and re-arrange ten top tracks from the Minus catalogue. Use effects to transform the sounds and record and share your own version with your friends.
Free Christmas Synth from Native Instruments
SKANNER is the holiday gift for you from Native Instruments: Stephan Schmitt’s raucous and exciting new synth is available for download now. SKANNER can be used either with the latest version (5.6.2) of the free REAKTOR 5 PLAYER, or REAKTOR 5.6.2. Play samples like a synth – SKANNER will rip through your holiday lethargy.
And The Technical Grammy goes to… Celemony!
Cause for great joy at Celemony: the Recording Academy has announced that the Munich software house (“Melodyne”) will be honored in February 2012 with the Technical Grammy. The Technical Grammy is one of the most important international awards and is awarded to individuals and companies who have made contributions of outstanding technical significance to the recording field.
Steinberg UR28M Audio Interface – Gearjunkies Review
The Steinberg UR28M is next to the UR824, one of the latest USB audio interfaces by Steinberg. This interface has a very clear overview and is pretty easy to use in your setup. In this review I will focus on the most important features of this interface.
XILS-lab releases sound sets for Synthix soft synth plug-in
XILS-lab is proud to announce availability of the Synthax A and Synthax B sound sets for its Synthix soft synth plug-in — a Mac (OS X 10.3.9 and later; Audio Unit, VST, RTAS — Pro Tools 7.0 and later) and PC (Windows XP, Vista, and 7; VST, RTAS — Pro Tools 7.0 and later) compatible virtual recreation of the much-sought-after Synthex, a lush-sounding, 1982-vintage, eight-voice programmable analogue polysynth (independently designed by Mario Maggi and built by Italian home-organ manufacturer Elka) — as of December 14, 2011.
Numark N4 DJ controller Now Shipping
Numark, the world’s leading manufacturer of DJ technology, is now shipping the N4, a four-channel DJ controller with built-in mixer. Featuring 4-decks of software control plus a built-in mixer that can be used with or without a computer, N4 is designed for DJs who want powerful capability in a lightweight, portable package. This complete 4-channel controller has everything DJs need to perform at their highest level: large, touch-sensitive platters, 4-decks of software control with loop and effects controls, a built-in USB audio interface and a comprehensive mixer section with EQ, and gain. N4 will come with both Serato DJ Intro software and a 4-deck version of Virtual DJ LE.
Puremagnetik Retro Synths 1980s for Ableton Live
In the 1980s, analog synthesis entered a new stage, with more portable options like the battery-powered EDP Wasp, and polysynths like the fat Roland Jupiter and Korg’s PolySix. Meanwhile, digital synthesizers debuted with the legendary Yamaha DX7 and its FM synthesis, while Casio offered its own take with the CZ-1 and its phase distortion synthesis.
Alesis Ships iO4 24-bit USB Audio Interface
Alesis, a leading manufacturer of professional audio electronics and musical instruments, now ships the iO4 USB audio interface. The iO4 is a compact audio-recording interface for home, project and portable studio recording setups. This four-channel USB device for Mac and PC-based systems enables users to record and monitor up to eight channels of audio (4 in, 4 out) at 16-bit recording, or four channels (2 in, 2 out) at 24-bit. The iO4 is compact enough to comfortably fit into a mobile recording rig, laptop bag or backpack, yet contains high-quality components and circuitry suitable for the studio.
Dream Voices for Alchemy and Alchemy Mobile Released
Camel Audio is pleased to announce Dream Voices for Alchemy and the Free Alchemy Player is now available. Dream Voices contains 150 presets and costs just 59USD / 49EUR / 39GBP.
IK multimedia SampleTank for iPad Now Available
SampleTank for iOS, the first pro-quality, sample-based sound and groove workstation, has been updated. SampleTank is now available as a universal app for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad, through the iTunes App store. The update adds a 4-track MIDI recorder, a new beat-making interface, an expanded set of instruments and patterns, improved compatibility with third party docks and much more. It can be played directly from the app or can be used live with any MIDI keyboard or pad controller with the iRig MIDI interface adapter.
Nektar Panorama P4 Reason Controller – Competition
There have been already a lot of rumours about it, now it is official: Nektar, the California based new brand for Advanced Control * Enhanced Workflow Controllers annouce Panorama P4, the first dedicated Controller Keyboard for Propellerhead Reason. This couples with a great prize competition. Musicians can win the very first Panorama P4 rolling off the production line, by submitting their competition entry at www.nektartech.com.