Skylife, the makers of SampleRobot, the automated sampling software have let it be known that SampleRobot V 1.14 is now available for download. Egosys Inc. (ESI) is responsible for wordwide distribution of the boxed version. The boxed version will be available mid of July 2005.
Behringer has announced the immediate availability of the BCA2000 Windows XP driver Version 2 for downloading, free-of-charge at the Behringer website. The B-CONTROL AUDIO BCA2000 is a high-speed USB 2.0 multi-channel audio/MIDI interface with multiple simultaneous digital and analog ins and outs, including instrument inputs, adjustable limiter and an extensive monitor control section.
Cakewalk, developer of the worlds best-selling music and sound software for Windows, announces the free 2.0.1 update for Project5 Version 2. Project5 Version 2 provides everything you need to create and perform today’s music with a complete set of superb quality instruments and effects; powerful recording, looping, sequencing, and arranging tools; dynamic creation tools; and the ultimate open synth host.
Sagan Technology has recently released a pre-release of their Metro Sequencing Audio Software (version 6.3.1). Upgrades from 6.2 are free. All new purchases include access to this version. There is an upgrade price of $29.99 to upgrade any flavor of Metro from 6.x to 6.3. Metro Documents written with this version will NOT be readable in any version prior to Metro/Metro SE version 6.3. This pre-release (Metro and Metro SE) still works under OS 9 but Sagan is no longer providing Tech support for OS 9.
Magix recently released version 8.2 of Samplitude and Sequoia, they also updated the 7.x versions to v7.2.4. While the 7.2.4 update only enables compatibility with the current CodeMeter dongle, the 8.2 update offers many new functions.
Ueberschall has announced the Liquid Instruments Series (L.I.S.) which will be available for Windows and MacOS X in VST, AU, DirectX and RTAS plug-in formats. The first two volumes announced ar Vol. 1 Saxophone and Vol.2 Electric Bass.
Celemony Software and the School of Audio Engineering (the SAE Institute) have concluded a far-reaching international agreement that will see numerous SAE studios equipped with Celemony software and the unique audio program Melodyne forming part of the SAE curriculum. Under the same agreement, SAE students, as well as members of the Institutes alumni association, will benefit from special prices on Celemony products.
Customers who purchase Yamaha Studio Connections compatible hardware products (Motif ES, Motif ES Rack, i88x, 01x, 01V96, 02R96, SPX2000) between June 15 and Sept 30, 2005, qualify for the same special upgrade packages as Cubase LE customers. By returning to their dealer (or purchasing the upgrade along with their hardware), these customers can save $50 on Cubase SL or $100 on Cubase SX.
Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH announces a new upgrade program for Cubase LE, a new e-store for US upgrades, and special upgrade incentives for Yamaha customers. The new programs are part of a push by new parent company, Yamaha Corporation to enhance the user experience and simplify software and hardware integration.
Dash Signature has announced SWOOSH Machine and released several free updates for EVE owners. By the first week of July, Dash Signature plans to release SWOOSH Machine, a VST DashSound Player like EVE and EVE ONE, but with a dedicated 1 GB library including a wide range of natural and synthesized audio effects – it will be sold bundled with a default 250 MB sample set for US$75, three further expansion packs (250 MB each) will be available for US$29.90 each.
Discord v1.5 takes the best-selling Discord plug-in to the next plateau, with customer-requested additions that expand on the original Discord feature set of vintage-style pitch-shifting and delay effects.
eLab has updated both Foundation and Obsession to version 1.5 this week.
Voxengo recently released several updates for the following plug ins: Transmodder, GlissEQ, HarmoniEQ and Vintage Modular.
The fifth generation of REAKTOR, the modular sound studio, is now available from authorized dealers worldwide. Core Technology lays the foundation for this powerful new version of REAKTOR and breaks new ground in flexibility and sound quality. Included with REAKTOR 5 are more than 20 new and re-designed instruments: Generate completely new and distinctive sounds with the outstanding synthesizers, samplers, drum machines, effects and many other highly specialized and unique instruments.
Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH today announced that its latest VSTi product, Virtual Bassist, is now shipping worldwide. Based on real performances by studio bass players, Virtual Bassist offers a range of bass phrases, grooves and styles and covers musical styles ranging through rock, pop, reggae, metal and hip hop to name but a few.