Hey Producers … Prime Loops Wants You!
Prime Loops are now auditioning music producers and beat makers in a wide range of electronic music genres to join our ever expanding network of “Prime Producers”.
Synths and workstations
Camel Audio Releases Biolabs: Light Space Sound Library
Professional audio plug-ins developer Camel Audio is proud to announce availability of Biolabs: Light Space, the latest in a line of highly-affordable and creatively inspirational ‘powered by Alchemy’ range of sound libraries, compatible with their free Alchemy Player v1.5 or Alchemy v1.5 — the ultimate sample manipulation synthesizer.
New Dubstep & Mastering courses at ProducerTech
Producertech is an online provider of music tutorials teaching popular music software and hardware, including Ableton Live, Logic, Reason and also individual instruments covered in the synth courses. Via their website music-courses.com they announce two new mastering courses and a new dubstep course.
Shazam and Beatport Join Forces
Shazam, the world’s leading media engagement company, today announces an exclusive new partnership with Beatport, the world’s largest DJ and dance music community. The new partnership will enable Shazam to greatly expand the number of dance tracks in its database, giving fans an unparalleled way to discover, explore, buy and share the club music that they love when they’re out with their friends.
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.
Only 15 days left till Dancefair, Netherlands
Only 15 days left till the biggest educational event in modern EDM. Dancefair will host over 150 seminars and workshops by Dutch and International DJs and producers, audio engineers, event organizers, and music labels. On the Expo floor manufacturers will present the latest products for visitors to check out and play with. Dancefair is an event not to be missed for anyone working or wanting to work in the electronic (dance) music industry.
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Mackie Delivers Next Level of PA Innovation and Technology with DL/DLM PA System
With the launch of the DL806 and the first showing of DLM Series Powered Loudspeakers at Winter NAMM, Mackie proudly presents a new technology-packed live sound solution – the DL/DLM system.
New Yamaha Synths Introduced – MX Series
The Yamaha MX49/MX61 Music Synthesizers combine the sound engine from the highly acclaimed MOTIF XS together with USB Audio/MIDI integration, all neatly packed into a lightweight body (available in 49 and 61 note versions) that fits today’s on-the-go mobile life style.
Applied Acoustics Systems Lounge Lizard EP-4 Update
Applied Acoustics Systems announced an upcoming update to its recently released Lounge Lizard EP-4 electric piano plug-in for Mac OS X and Windows.
Korg MS-20 Reborn as the MS-20 Mini
Another product we have been waiting patiently for has arrived today! Korg’s MS-20 monophonic synthesizer, first introduced in 1978, is still a coveted instrument to this day, thanks to its thick, robust sound, its powerful, iconic analog filter, and its versatile patching options. Over 300,000 people have enjoyed the distinct MS-20 sounds from the original, from Korg’s MS-20 plug-in synth, or the iMS-20 iPad app.
Dave Smith Instruments Unveils Prophet 12
Didn’t see this coming but of course we are very pleased to get this surprise as Dave Smith Instruments today introduced a new polyphonic synthesizer, the Prophet 12, at the 2013 NAMM Show.
Arturia introduce SparkLE Drum Machine
Looking at the picture we understand why they call it SparkLE. Just look at those color LEDs. SparkLE is the newest hybrid instrument from Arturia that will take your beat creation to new levels. By combining the amazing sounds, work flow and creative tools of the Spark Engine software, with the high quality SparkLE controller, Arturia has created the ultimate beat creating powerhouse.
Roland announces the V-Combo VR-09
Roland is pleased to announce the V-Combo VR-09, an easy-to-transport, all-in-one solution for performing keyboard players. Dedicated piano, organ, and synth sound engines provide essential tones for live playing, while extensive real-time controls and other features offer maximum expression on stage. With its versatile sounds, inspiring operation, and smart user interface, the streamlined V-Combo VR-09 is a dream come true for gigging musicians.
PreSonus Licenses Audinates Dante Technology
PreSonus is pleased to announce that the company has licensed Audinate’s Dante digital-media networking technology and will incorporate Dante into optional networking cards for several of its new products.