Moog announces new analog delay the MF-104Z
Moog Music is excited to announce the new MF-104Z Analog Delay. Moog will debut a prototype of the MF-104Z at this years Summer NAMM in Indianapolis, IN.
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Eventide offers $200 rebate on Anthology bundle
In a move that provides Pro Tools users even more incentive to add the most powerful plug-in bundle to their HD rig, Eventide announced today a $200 limited-time rebate for the Anthology bundle. The rebate, which runs from July 1 through September 30, 2005, gives any Eventide plug-in or Digidesign MassivePack owner, cash back on the bundle that combines over three decades of legendary effects into one comprehensive offering.
Steinberg ships The Grand 2 – virtual concert grand piano
Steinberg Media Technologies is pleased to announce that the updated version of its virtual piano instrument is now shipping worldwide. The Grand 2 features an entirely new added grand piano, surround capabilities as well as a range of features designed to maximise computer resource efficiency.
NI announces KONTAKT EXPERIENCE!
NATIVE INSTRUMENTS is excited to announce KONTAKT EXPERIENCE, the first instrument collection specifically designed for KONTAKT 2. By making full use of the advanced functionality of NI latest flagship sampler, KONTAKT EXPERIENCE goes far beyond the scope of a typical sample library and turns KONTAKT 2 into a powerful music workstation that rivals any hardware synthesizer on the market.
Ableton Live5 beta DEMO available
Ableton has released a beta version of LIVE5. If you want to test this version and give some feedback to Ableton, you can download a beta demo version. Live 5, is Abletons biggest development effort since the initial release of Live in 2001. The version 5 feature set extends each aspect of Live – from creation to production to performance – while making the program easier and even more fun to use.
Sonic Charge updates uTonic to v.2.0.
Time passes quickly and the uTonic is celebrating a year and a half by maturing into version 2. Admittedly, version 1 did hold out for quite some time. This is actually the very first upgrade and it focuses on improving the usability of our unbeatable beatbox even further with features such as direct previewing in the file browsers, MIDI-controller support, a new pitched MIDI-mode, individual outputs and much, much more.
Sony announces the Oxford Limiter
Sony Oxford have announced the arrival of their newest plug-in, The Oxford Limiter, to the ever growing line of high-end plug-in processors.
Nusofting released PK3 – Mastering plugin
Nusofting recently released PK3 one of the most advanced mastering peak limiters available today on the market with a variable look-ahead time window providing an unmatched flexibility in its class.
Steinberg presents HALion String Edition 2
Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH is pleased to announce the much-anticipated update to its renowned HALion String Edition VSTi product. HALion String Edition 2 offers a total of 9GB of solo and ensemble strings, and integrates Steinberg award-winning HALion sampling technology with a specially recorded sound library to form a unique, sonically outstanding multi-purpose virtual string orchestra.
SampleRobot demo version 1.32 available
For the first time SampleRobot, the audio software for fully automated sampling, is available as a free Demo version. Everybody is invited to see how easy it is to sample complete instruments and to turn them into software.
Apple updates its TIGER!
Apple has posted Mac OS 10.4.2 update for its Tiger operating system. This updates delivers overall improved reliability and compatibility for Mac OS X v10.4 and is recommended for all users.
Steinberg releases Cubase SX3.1 and SL3.1
Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH today unveiled its upcoming update for its Cubase SX3 and Cubase SL3 music production systems. Cubase SX/SL 3.1 offers new features and capabilities including full integration of external hardware instruments and effects including Studio Connections Audio integration, support for Steinberg Dolby Digital and DTS Encoders and expanded editing and mixing functions. The update will be available for download in August 2005.
Acces updates the Powercore Virus to v.1.1.
Access is excited to announce the immediate release of version 1.1. of the Virus Powercore softsynth, which contains loads of improvements and bug fixes. The free software update is available at the TC Electronics support website.
Edirol adds ASIO and 24bit/96kHz Audio Support to UA-1EX
Edirol Corporation today announced a new version of its popular UA-1 series USB Audio Interface. The new UA-1EX replaces the Edirol UA-1X and adds support for ASIO drivers and 24 bit / 96 kHz audio.
Edirol announces USB MIDI interface line updates
Edirol Corporation today announced that it has updated its USB MIDI Interface line with three new feature rich designs, the UM-1EX, the UM-2EX and the UM-3EX. The updated designs further differentiate Edirol USB interfaces from other products in the market.