Synths and workstations
New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday
Below are the releases we have encountered this week on the Loops and Samples front. Just like the quality of the audio software we use these days the quality of the content we use (loops and samples) equally matches the high standards of this software. Below is this weeks selection.
Something For The Weekend: I Dream of Wires: Hardcore Edition
This time we have a cool video trailer for an upcoming documentary on modular synthesizers. “I Dream of Wires” (IDOW) is an independent documentary film about the phenomenal resurgence of the modular synthesizer – exploring the passions, obsessions and dreams of people who have dedicated part of their lives to this esoteric electronic music machine. Written and directed by Robert Fantinatto, with Jason Amm (Ghostly International recording artist Solvent) serving as producer and co-writer, IDOW is set to receive it’s festival premiere, May 2013.
UVI releases UVX-3P Virtual Vintage Synth
In 1983, Roland introduced one of the first affordable analog synths, the JX-3P. The JX-3P signaled a shift away from control dense synths like the JUNO and JUPITER series for a less intimidating, more entry-level aesthetic aimed at players who wanted the Roland sound without being distracted by a slew of controls. Now UVI introduces UVX-3P, a superb instrument inspired by the Roland JX-3P, at an outstanding price, $79 (introductory price, instead of $99).
Radial Engineering introduce StageBug SB-5 Sidewinder Laptop Direct Box
Radial Engineering is pleased to announce the StageBug SB-5 Sidewinder Laptop direct box, a DI designed for quick deployment on busy stages and for the fast-paced environment of the AV system tech.
Korg Kaossilator demonstration video
Korg have released another demonstration video of their latest version of the KAOSSILATOR. In this video they show us how to create a house track from scratch with the supercharged version of the palm-sized KAOSSILATOR, reborn as a powerful track-making tool and loaded with live performance power.
Minimoog for the iPad – iMini from Arturia
Today Arturia released an app version of the Moog Minimoog called the iMini. This app is an an authentic recreation of the all-time classic Minimoog monosynth. The Arturia app is now available at Apple’s App Store.
Gospel Musicians releases Neo-Soul Keys 3X Lite for UVI Workstation and MachFive 3
A lightweight version of Neo-Soul Keys with all three electric pianos: Mark I Suitcase, Mark I Stage, and 200A Wurli. The library comes with the sustain samples and two release notes which consist of the actual mechanical and tine release noises.
Native Instruments starts teasing new synth
Native Instruments have started teasing us with a video and sound demos of a new instrument. Of course not much information is available. The only thing we could find out is that it isn’t anything hardware. It is a software synth. Native Instruments say: One synth to rule them all. Years of meticulous research and the latest in cutting-edge DSP technology combine to deliver a synth with teeth. Below is a collection of demos from Native Instruments’ forthcoming software synth.
Camel Audio Releases Alchemy v1.55
Alchemy v1.55 is an update to Camel Audio‘s popular sample manipulation synthesiser, offering faster preset loading, faster scanning for new presets and host of other improvements and fixes.
Novation Launchpad demonstration by M4SONIC
We have posted videos by this guy from Australia before. M4Sonic shows incredible skills when it comes to using the Novation Launchpad. Or sometimes even two launchpads!
Waves Audio and DiGiCo Announce New Partnership: DiGiGrid
DiGiCo, the world’s leading manufacturer of live mixing consoles, its studio sound sister company Soundtracs and Waves Audio, the world’s leading developer of professional audio plugins, are proud to introduce DiGiGrid™: The perfect partnership of audio hardware and software.
Elektron Spotlight on Vero Elektra
Originality is a trait some musicians aim for, while others feel content in refining already established forms of expression. Vero Elektra belongs to the former category. Her moody, yet upbeat, chill wave tracks, infused with vocal snippets functioning as sounds among the rest rather than conveyors of messages, have unique qualities. They strive beyond.
New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday
Below are the releases we have encountered this week on the Loops and Samples front. Just like the quality of the audio software we use these days the quality of the content we use (loops and samples) equally matches the high standards of this software. Below is this weeks selection.
Waldorf introduces new synth Rocket
With Rocket Waldorf introduces a new mini synthesizer that boasts a feature set uncommon in its class. With its advanced oscillator section this small black cube can generate sharp edged leads, gargantuan basses as well as vast synthesizer soundscapes that can resound as an 8-voice chord if desired.