Kenton intoduces new MIDI Thru Box: the Thru-5
The new THRU-5 from Kenton comes in a smart brushed aluminium case and is powered from a plug-top power supply which is included with the unit
Synths and workstations
Waldorf Edition Update V1.2.3
The Waldorf Synthesizer Company has re-released The Waldorf Edition, the plugin bundle that includes the PPG Wave V2, Attack, and D-Pole plugins. This update is strongly recommended for all users of the new Waldorf Edition package published by Waldorf.
Be the one who gets the Virus TI Goldfilter
We have more news about the golden Access Virus TI
Access gives away a golden Virus TI
For there 10th anniversary year, Access gives away a golden TI.
Macbeth Studio System M3X2 gets a keyboard
Whilst developing the M3X2 rack synthesiser, Ken from Macbeth studio systems has also been working on a keyboard version, and here it is:
reKon audio releases Virus C editor
The reKon VST Virus C Editor is a realtime MIDI synth editor that allows you full control of every parameter of the sound on the Access Virus synthesizers.
Korg releases free OASYS software version 1.2 update
Korg has announced Operating System Version 1.2 for the OASYS Open Architecture Synthesis Studio. In addition to new features and enhancements, it also offers a demo version of the LAC-1 Legacy Analog Collection containing the latest OASYS Expansion Instruments (EXi).
Kurzweil announces the PC1se performance controller
Kurzweil introduced the first Performance Controller keyboard, the PC88, back in 1994, receiving both critical and public acclaim. Now continuing this tradition of excellence, Kurzweil introduces our first 76-note fully weighted action Performance Controller, the PC1SE Special Edition.
Creamware announces the Klangbox
After releasing the ASB Desktop-Instruments Minimax, Pro-12, B4000 and Prodyssey CreamWare now releases these fine units as 19 inch Rackmount units at unbelievable rate.
Official: AKAI Professional unveils the MPC500
Akai Professional, the industry standard in modern music production, proudly introduces the MPC500. As the newest addition to the music production center (MPC) family, the battery-powered MPC500 now gives everyone the ability to take this popular compositional tool anywhere they go.
Korg announces next generation Kaoss Pad
Korg announces the KP3 Dynamic Effect/Sampler, the latest addition to the KAOSS series. The KP3 provides even more creative power for DJs, musicians and producers while retaining the intuitive, expressive and user-friendly KAOSS interface. New effects, synth sounds, enhanced sampling, computer connectivity and SD data storage are complemented by detailed visual feedback from the new pad lighting system.
Akai MPC500 not a hoax?
A few months back we heard the rumour about a new Akai MPC500. But at the Messe 2005 we saw not an MPC500 but an MPC2500. So was the story of the MPC500 a hoax?
Native Instruments announces MASSIVE
Native Instruments today announced Native Instruments today announced MASSIVE, a true next-generation software synthesizer with unique sonic character, outstanding audio fidelity, vast flexibility and an innovative, highly accessible interface. Based on an new high-resolution audio engine, MASSIVE combines advanced Wave-Scanning synthesis with a wealth of sophisticated sound-shaping and modulation options, resulting in a charismatic high-end sound full of warmth, punch, character and definition.
MASSIVE is a true multi-purpose synthesizer for studio and stage that excels at powerful lead and bass sounds, but can also deliver complex pads and deep atmospheres as well as intriguing sequences.
Doepfer announces 2 new modules
Doepfer annouces 2 new modules: the A-111-2 Dynamic VCO and the A-188-2 Tapped BBD Module.
GEM announces X serie
GEMs acclaimed DRAKE technology housed in a series of affordable & easy to use, half-rack sound modules.