Scoop! new Korg MicroKorg XL
We’ve got our hand on the first pics from the new Microkorg XL. The new microKorg gets a nice vintage look.
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Tone2 starts Gladiator 2 preorder
Tone2 announces Gladiator2 and has started a pre-order for this updated version of this award winning synth plugin. Customers who preorder Gladiator 2 in December receive a full version of Gladiator 1 and a free update to Gladiator 2. They plan to deliver Gladiator 2 on Christmas.
Enhanced Audio Units Support for Waves V6
Waves is pleased to announce enhanced Audio Units performance for users of Logic and Digital Performer.
Rayzoon releases Jamcussion hand percussion
Rayzoon is pleased to announce the release of Jamcussion, the long-awaited percussion add-on for Jamstix 2.
Steinberg announces acquisition of Syncrosoft technology
Steinberg today announced that it has acquired the eLicenser technology of crypto and security solutions provider Syncrosoft Hard- und Software GmbH for an undisclosed sum.
Waves releases new Stereo To Surround plugins
From music to movie soundtracks and beyond, audio engineers are upmixing all sorts of content from stereo to surround, to capture the excitement of today’s full, multi-speaker environments. And when the original multi-track sessions aren’t available, they have to work with stereo mixes. Presenting the UM225 and UM226 stereo-to-surround processors, two new tools which bring Waves quality to the new surround soundscape.
Rayzoon releases Jamcussion percussion add-on for Jamstix 2
Jamcussion is the long-awaited hand percussion add-on for Jamstix 2. It is the most complex Jamstix expansion that we have developed so far. Not only does it add a wide range of percussive sounds and new style and player models but it also expands the interface of Jamstix 2 to allow the simulation of three dedicated percussionists, complete with separate bar, song and kit editing.
C thru music shows Axis 49 prototype
From the C thu Music website: The AXiS-49 is a USB MIDI keyboard designed for home studio or tour bus use.
Toontrack Music announces the release of Drumtracker
Finally the long awaited (and announced) title in the Toontrack Music Toontrack Software Tools series is ready for release. Taking a new angle on the conversion of drum audio to drum MIDI and drum sound replacement, Drumtracker features stand alone operation and all out manual operation.
Ueberschall announces the availability of Pure Fire
Blazin Beats for the next Level. Equipped with 20 pumping construction kits based on minimalist influence with a blast of artificial texture overload. These stealthy, covert themes were made to fuel endless high-tech tracking needs. Each kit includes intro / outro, verses and refrains standard. 900 loops are bundled for excessive alternative personalization options.
iDrum version 1.7 now available
iZotope has updated iDrum to version 1.7, and it’s a free update for registered iDrum users! iDrum 1.7 incorporates useful new features like support for time signatures other than 4/4 and a simple-to-use song editor that allows you to easily chain patterns together. iDrum now features two separate humanize controls, a “Groove” control and a Swing control, giving you more control over the feel of your beats.
PreSonus announces StudioLive Blog
PreSonus VP of Sales and Marketing Rick Naqvi is beta-testing the new PreSonus StudioLive 16-channel digital mixer in the field, and you are there! Join Rick on his new StudioLive blog as he mixes and records an assortment of live and studio performances in various clubs, churches, concert halls, and studios.
Vienna Symphonic Library Introduces VIENNA SUITE
Once again, the Vienna Symphonic Library team covers new ground, with music software that addresses virtually everybody creating music on a computer. VIENNA SUITE is a bundle of eight advanced, yet easy to use audio processing tools for mixing and mastering. For optimum precision, the plug-ins offer full 64-bit audio processing on all major 64-bit and 32-bit host platforms supporting the formats AU (OS X), VST (OS X, Win), and RTAS (OS X).
Steinberg introduces 80s Pop and Hip Hop 2 Sequel Content Sets
Steinberg is pleased to announce two more Content Sets for its Sequel 2 Music Creation and Performance Software. Each featuring over 300MB of studio-grade loop content, the new Sequel Content Sets have been designed by professional audio content producers.
AAS celebrates 10th anniversary with promotion offer
Applied Acoustics Systems is announcing an exceptional promotion to celebrate 10 years of physical modeling and software instrument development.