Designed with the sensibility of a drummer/percussionist, the feature-packed MPD24 offers a vastly superior interface over conventional MIDI keyboard triggering of drum and other sampled sounds.
Next to the Konnekt audio interfaces TC Electronic today announced the new C300 compressor/limiter/gate/expander, the M350 dual engine rack processor and the PCI version of the PowerCore range, called the PCI Express (PCIe) version.
TC Electronic, the company behind legendary DSP products such as the System 6000 and the Finalizer, is now bringing its legendary DSP to the world of audio interfaces with todays announcement of Konnekt. Konnekt 24D is a 14 in 14 out audio interface that integrates TCs world renowned effects in a state-of-the art design that allows for front panel control of internal mixer parameters.
Cakewalk have announced the free 5.2 update for SONAR 5.The update is for both 32-bit and native x64 versions of SONAR 5 Producer Edition and SONAR 5 Studio Edition and will be available early April 2006 as a free download for registered SONAR 5 users.
PreSonus Audio has introduced the revolutionary new FaderPort controller at the MusikMesse in Frankfurt. The FaderPort is a desktop USB/MIDI controller for computer recording to write single-channel and group-channel fader automation along with complete transport control.
Native Instruments today announced KONTAKT PLAYER 2, the second generation of its popular platform for sample-based software instruments. Integrating the powerful functionality of the award-winning flagship sampler KONTAKT 2, the KONTAKT PLAYER 2 platform opens up new creative possibilities for instrument developers that benefit musicians and producers of all styles and genres.
Native Instruments today disclosed full details on KORE, the worlds first Universal Sound Platform, and announced that the system will be in stores soon. A new kind of host system for software instruments and effects, KORE has been specifically developed to increase the efficiency, flexibility and ease of working with music software in the studio and on stage.
E-MU Systems has announced its new 1616M PCI and 1616 PCI Digital Audio Systems. E-MU states that these deliver the same powerful DSP effects, zero-latency monitoring and pristine 24-bit/192kHz A/D and D/A converters of E-MUs best selling PCI Digital Audio Systems with the MicroDock breakout box of its award-winning CardBus Digital Audio Systems.
Yamaha introduced two new Mobile Recording Systems in their new portable GO series lineup. The two models, GO44 and GO46, offer the user a complete package of hardware and software enabling easy, yet comprehensive audio and MIDI production on a FireWire equipped computer. Designed in recognition of the migration of the musician towards smaller and more laptop-friendly devices, these systems have been constructed for mobile use. With a robust die-cast chassis they will withstand the rigors of the intense road-abuse that mobile products demand.
Steinberg is pleased to announce a new symphonic VST instrument and library: HALion Symphonic Orchestra. A 27GB library, integrated easy-to-use player, RealAmbience adjustable recorded reverb and range of playability features combine to form a new orchestral composition and production tool.
Elemental Audio Systems today announced the release of an update to its Mac compatible plug-in analysis suite InspectorXL. This update affects all InspectorXL plug-in formats, VST, RTAS, and Audio Unit, and is recommended for all Mac users. The version 1.0.3 update fixes graphical issues experienced by some users and should be downloaded as soon as possible to ensure reliable graphical performance. The update is available for download free of charge to registered InspectorXL owners.
The ADI-6432 is a 64-channel bi-directional MADI – AES converter. The compact device (19″, 2U) supports 64 channels at up to 48 kHz, 32 channels at up to 96, and 16 channels at up to 192 kHz, all at 24 bit.
RME will introduce the little brother of its Fireface 800 – a device that has revolutionized the world of FireWire audio interfaces.
RMEs new MADI converter will be presented on the Frankfurt Musikmesse. This highly practical device, a new item in RMEs Premium Line series, converts MADI digital audio streams from optical format to coaxial and from coaxial to optical.
Revolutionary Liquid Multi-channel Firewire Mix Processor!