STUDIO

RAMMFIRE – Richard Kruspe Explains – Video

Running in the free GUITAR RIG 4 PLAYER, RAMMFIRE is boosted to a one-stop multi-FX processor with a wide range of sonic possibilities. The integrated GUITAR RIG FACTORY SELECTION brings you 20 additional effects such as chorus, flanger, delay, distortion, filter, EQs, compression and powerful modulation features. And with the simple rack concept, building up effect-chains is as easy as drag and drop.

Planet-Friendly Tuning from Tascam

Planet-Friendly Tuning from Tascam

The world’s first solar-powered instrument tuner is the new TASCAM TC-1S. The TC-1S charges its battery from a bank of solar cells on the front panel, and a USB input is also available for quick-charging when you’re completely in the dark. It’s wrapped in a shock-proof silicon cover, available in six colors, and a strap and clip keep it charging all day long on your gig bag. At a price under $40, every planet-conscious musician is going to need a TC-1S. 

No more OtiumFX – Tone Projects it is!

After six years OtiumFX have changed their name name to Tone Projects. Furthermore they have released the long awaited updates for all their plug-ins. Both Sonitex STX-1260, Compadre Beatpuncher and the BassLane freebie have now reached version 1.5. Updates are free for all existing customers, and users will receive a mail with your download link.

FabFilter Pro-C – Gearjunkies Review

FabFilter Pro-C – Gearjunkies Review

Fabfilter PRO-C is a compressor/limiter plugin. But what does a compressor really do? To understand this we have to go back in time when professional studio’s didn’t use any compressors. The recording engineers had to manually control the faders in order to compensate for any changes in level. This was even before mix automation. John B. Howell was the first one to come up with the idea to develop a device which could control the level of audio signals. The first (experimental) version didn’t have any variable settings and acted more like a limiter. Still recording engineers wanted it because saved them a lot of effort. Since then the compressor has been evolving till current day even in the digital realm.

New Pro DJ Controller from Hercules announced

New Pro DJ Controller from Hercules announced

Hercules, a leader and pioneer in digital DJ controllers for computers, announces the newest version of their DJ Console line for Pro DJs, the DJ Console 4-Mx, an innovative and precise controller featuring large jog wheels (each equipped with touch sensor) a built-in audio interface tailored for DJing for easy connection with existing analog gear, and intuitive control over 2 and 4 virtual decks.

Avid introduces new M-Audio Oxygen 88 controller

Avid introduces new M-Audio Oxygen 88 controller

Ideal for use in the studio or on stage, the new M-Audio Oxygen 88 USB MIDI controller keyboard is designed to satisfy players who need the feel of a piano combined with the power of a modern MIDI controller. The 88-note, graded hammer-action keybed offers an impressive feel and response—while 32 assignable buttons, knobs, and faders provide complete control over your music software.