Free Korg microSAMPLER Bonus Sample Packs
Korg has announced the microSAMPLER Bonus Sample Packs 1 & 2. This expansive collection of professionally sampled sounds is available as a free download to all microSAMPLER users.
Synths and workstations
Something for the Weekend: Worlds first iPad Street Musician…
Street musician caught playing sitar on iPad. She apparently used app Seline HD for her performance. Also, sound was recorded using binaural microphones. Is this the future we are seeing here? Well, who knows but clearly it’s a sign of the times. Steve (Jobs) would approve…!
KORG SV-1 Sound Pack 2 available as FREE download
Korg has released the SV-1 Sound Pack 2 for its acclaimed Stage Vintage (SV-1) Piano. The Sound Pack features a wide assortment of sounds, including many that were inspired by user feedback. Some of these requested sounds include darker tine pianos, an acoustic piano with more sustain and a wider variety of organ sounds. Of special note, for the first time there are split sounds, including left hand basses (a surprise hidden in the ROM, until now).
Arturia releases Analog Laboratory and Origin firmware update
Arturia just released a new softwar synth plus a version 1.3. update for their Origin synth. The Analog Laboratory will be available for sale on November 25. Where the Origin Firmware 1.3 will be available as a free update, and comes embedded in the new Origin Keyboards and Origin Desktops.
Teenage Engineering OP-1 – Assembly Report
Message from Teenage Engineering on the production of the OP-1 Synth: “It’s been a while since we posted updates. Why? We’ve been very buzy doing tests and measurements. Anyway, above is a quick picture update on (1) solder paste screen for printing the solder onto the pcb holding the encoders, (2) a reel full of encoder, made for SMT mount = good precision compared to hand soldering, (3) a close-up of the assembled pcb showing speaker and volume pot, aight!“
Nord Sample Library expanded with more analogue classics
Clavia have expanded the Nord Sample Library with more Analogue Classics. The Mini and the Prophet 5 are two milestones in the history of analogue synthesizers. The Nord crew has added 2 new archives to the continually expanding Nord Sample Library- These archives contain a total of 41 spectacular sounds that showcase some of the most impressive characteristics from these great classics.
Something for the Weekend: Tron Legacy and Daft Punk
It all makes sense to me! Allthough we know who Daft Punk is, their ‘act’ with the disguise with the futuristic helmets does suit the perception of the project as science fiction. So the thought of Daft Punk doing the original soundtrack for the Tron sequel … makes total sense. And not just the visual side of it all. No, Daft Punk’s music does fit the ‘feel/perception’ of the movie as well. At least … I think so.
FXpansion Geist release date announced
FXpansion joined the ranks of manufacturers to create a buzz around a new instrument, and started to tease us with ‘obscure’ videos on Youtube. In the first video there wasn’t much to see, but in the second video you can catch some visuals of the new virtual instrument. To me it looks like some kind of groovemachine or a simplified ‘Reason-like’ DAW. However the emphasize would be on sampling, re-sampling, slicing and sequencing! Oh and by the way, … they call it GEIST.
New SSL Controller for Pro Project Studios
Solid State Logic, the world’s leading manufacturer of professional analogue and digital consoles, is proud to present Nucleus; a unique, high quality DAW Controller and SuperAnalogue™ audio hub for professional project studios. Nucleus is the perfect blend of workstation control and superb audio performance.
Rebirth of a Classic – Waldorf PPG Wave 3.V
The Waldorf PPG Wave 3.V is the reincarnation of the legendary PPG Wave synthesizer, which is arguably the most coveted high-end synthesizer of the 1980s and developed by Wolfgang Palm. On countless hits, the sounds of this instrument can be heard. It has inspired a whole generation of producers, composers and listeners and impressed them. While the original PPG Wave System was offered at the price of an average car, it was only affordable for a few top musicians and producers. However, now anyone can enjoy its awesome sound character in their VST or Audio Unit host.
Real-Time Sound Morphing with new Linplug MorphoX
LinPlug MorphoX for Mac and PC is today released! The key feature of MorphoX that distinguishes it from other synths is its Morph Wheel which allows the user to quickly and easily morph between two synth patches. Using the Morph Wheel, it’s easy to create highly expressive performances and complex evolving sounds in real-time by using a quality subtractive sound engine.
The END of another Icon – Sony Walkman
How ironic, … wasn’t past saturday the day the iPod celebrated its ninth birthday. The day after Sony had its last day of the Walkman‘s production. Yep, another icon is being terminated due to economic and technological advancement.
Swiss Army Knife of Controllers – Kyma Control app
Symbolic Sound‘s new ‘Kyma Control‘ app for the iPad gives sound designers, musicians, and researchers a new wireless multi-touch controller for the Kyma/Paca(rana) sound design workstation.
Elektron Octatrack about to arrive…
The Octatrack DPS-1 is a 8 track dynamic performance sampler, introduced to us at the MusikMesse this year. The Octatrack is ideal for radical audio processing and performance oriented sampling. Every track features real-time pitch scaling & time stretch and the next generation Elektron step sequencer has been designed with maximum usability and efficiency in mind.