Synths and workstations

Sennheiser at Eurovision Song Contest – biggest digital wireless mic set-up

Sennheiser at Eurovision Song Contest – biggest digital wireless mic set-up

This year’s Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) saw the host broadcaster and production team create a spectacular and joyous festival of songs and unique performances to delight an audience of over 100 million viewers. From the Olympic-style flag-waving entry of the 26 finalists into the arena – via a bridge that was lowered over the auditorium – to the hilarious Stockholm tour given by spoof “Official EBU Host” Lynda Woodruff: the programme on 18 May was varied and captivating. A star turn was provided by actress and comedienne Petra Mede, who hosted the contest and also performed as a singer and dancer. Both she and the artists relied on Sennheiser Digital 9000 microphones and 2000 Series in-ear monitors for the show.

Free Album Download: Different Marks – Untitled

Free Album Download: Different Marks – Untitled

This is a first for us, if I remember correctly, but this post is intended to draw some attention to a free download of a complete album by Different Marks. This is a collaborative project between Martin Dawson (King Roc, Two Armadillo), Grzegorz Demiañczuk and Voitek Tarañczuk (Catz N’ Dogz). On 12th November last year, Martin unexpectedly passed away. The album was completed shortly before his tragic death.

Axial – New World of Sound for Roland Synth Owners

Axial – New World of Sound for Roland Synth Owners

Roland Corporation U.S. is happy to announce the debut of Axial, the official Roland tone library site where you can download new sounds for your Roland synthesizer that have been specially designed by top programmers. From recreations of vintage analog classics to modern, cutting-edge tones that are perfect for the latest music styles and beyond, Axial is home to an ever-expanding selection of unique and exciting sounds for Roland instruments.

New OS for Teenage Engineering OP-1 Synth available

New OS for Teenage Engineering OP-1 Synth available

The Teenage Engineering OP-1 is the all-in-one portable Synthesizer, Sampler and Controller. With additional features like the FM Radio and an assignable G-Force sensor for motion controlled effects. With OP-1’s built-in Tape feature you are able to record everything you do on to the 4 tracks, with overdubbing, reverse recording. TE have now released a new operating system which adds (amongst others) a new synth and effect.