Camel Audio updates Alchemy to version 1.10
Camel Audio has updated the sample manipulation synthesizer Alchemy to v1.10 and released over 200 free sounds for registered users of Alchemy and the add-on soundbanks.
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New Steinberg knowledge base up and running
Steinberg is pleased to announce that the new multilingual Knowledge Base is now available to all registered MySteinberg users. Providing answers to frequently asked questions, effective problem-solving tips and other really useful information, the Knowledge Base currently contains all articles in English and German. Spanish, French, Italian and Dutch articles will be added over time to offer the information you’re looking for in your own language.
Toontrack solo 1.2.1 is now available
Toontrack solo is a stand alone application designed to host Toontrack samplers such as dfh Superior and EZdrummer. It is particularly suited for musicians wanting to jam along with a friend (real ones if you are a drummer or a virtual one if you are a guitarist), or to perform live (for your own pleasure or in front of an audience).
New SilverLine plug-in from D16
Without giving us too much details D16 group announced their new Silverline plugin, Toraverb (Space Modulated Reverb). More details about this unit will be revealed next week. D16 have posted a few samples on their web site. Official release is planned on the end of July 2009. Toraverb is now available for 29 Eur (in preorder offer) and its official retail price will be 35 Eur – in a day of release, and that day will be included to their bundles.
SPL releases Analog Code MicroPlugs
SPL has just announced the release of three new plug-ins in its new Analog Code MicroPlugs series: Attacker, Mo-Verb and De-Verb. The MicroPlugs employ the same processing technique like the original Transient Designer. SPL’s Differential Envelope Technology has revolutionized dynamic processing with a level-independent method, according to SPL. This radically different approach allows to forego the setting of a threshold. Other parameters are set automatically and in a musical manner as they follow the characteristics of the input signal.
IK Multimedia Announces AmpliTube Fender 1.1 Software Update
IK Multimedia and Fender Musical Instruments Corporation are pleased to announce the release of AmpliTube Fender version 1.1, a free downloadable update for all registered users of AmpliTube Fender. Delivered to satisfy requests from players around the world, this new software update of the hottest guitar and bass tone software has several new models and enhanced functionality.
Waldorf Largo update 1.1.0 available
The Waldorf Largo synthesizer has been upated to version 1.1.0. This update is not only a “bug fix”, it also carries a bunch of new features e.g. the Mod Delay, a completely revised Reverb and an extended multi-part function plus several additional enhancements. Largo version 1.1.0 is a free update for all Largo user and available for PC and Mac. Also available is the updated PDF manual.
D16 Group releases Drum Machines updates
D16 Group have announced they have updated their drum machines: Nepheton and Drumazon. They also have officially released them as MacOS Audio Units.
Now you can rent your Waves plugins
Waves Audio introduces the Waves Rental Plan, a new, easy way to access selected Waves bundles on a short-term basis. For tracking, mixing, mastering, restoration or live, whatever the sound field, leading audio professionals expect and require the very best signal processing available, and now with the new Waves Rental Plan, artists, engineers and producers can rent the exact Waves bundles they need to give their projects the extra edge.
Rob Papen releases Predator 1.5.5.
Predator is a top notch synth that stands out in audio quality but also in wicked synth design and sheer amount of contemporary presets. It is endless popular among top producers worldwide and appears on countless music tracks worldwide!
Softube launches Passive-Active EQ Pack
Softube is shipping the Passive-Active Pack, an EQ plug-in collection for native VST, AU, and RTAS. Passive-Active Pack is available today at the Softube web shop ($199, excl. VAT).
Scratching with your coffee table … kinda!
Ok, it is not really a coffee table, it just looks like one! No, it is the Microsoft Surface controller/display/thingy. VectorForm, a Microsoft Surface Partner have developed a fun DJ tool for the novice on Microsoft Surface. Vectorforms DJ application started simple, and grew from there. There’s even an iPhone app. Now they have added some features like scratching into the 2.0. version. Via Skratchworx.
de la Mancha Ballistic released
Ballistic is a 15 slot drum sample player designed to get you making beats quickly without a million parameters to adjust. All controls are on one screen and the essentials are built in, but with one stereo output per slot, you can add more effects per slot in your hosts mixer. This keeps CPU low and workflow efficient.
Voxengo LF Max Punch 1.1 released
Voxengo is pleased to release an updated Voxengo LF Max Punch version 1.1 which is available for download immediately. Voxengo LF Max Punch is a professional audio effect plug-in for music and sounds where low-frequency thump and punch are most welcome, and where distortion is applied specifically to bring the bass sound to life. Plug-in is available in AudioUnit and VST plug-in formats, for Mac OS X, Windows XP and Windows Vista computers.
The Rob Papen Power Tools Collection
Rob Papen is one of the world´s leading sound designers. He started off with a number one hit in Benelux aged just 18 and has subsequently created patches for the Access Virus and EMU.