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Native Instruments The Future of DJing video with DJ Carl Cox
Native Instruments today continues the #futureofdjing discussion with the fourth in a series of videos aimed at exploring how technological innovation plays a role in shaping the future of DJ culture, features pioneering UK house and techno legend Carl Cox on how he keeps his musical passion alive, and how TRAKTOR KONTROL S8 is taking a new generation of creativity forward.
Yamaha and Eventide join forces
Eventide announced the formation of a strategic partnership with Yamaha to develop signature effects for a future update to its recently announced flagship live sound console, the RIVAGE PM10. The Eventide H3000ELive plug-in will include some of the most widely used signature Eventide effects used in the live sound industry.
SSL release AAX versions of Duende Native plug-ins
Solid State Logic is pleased to announce the availability of ‘AAX Native 64’ versions of the acclaimed SSL Duende Native plug-in collection.
Question de Son studio Paris Choose Amadeus for Acoustics and Monitoring
When researching how to capture the much sought-after sound and vibes of classic 1970’s studios, Question de Son owners Jordan KOUBY and Frederic VECTOL reached out to Amadeus for both the acoustic design and custom studio monitors for both Studio A and Studio B. The team at Amadeus, led by designer Michel DELUC, satisfied all their needs. Question de Son is now one of the most respected studios in France, and a “favorite Paris recording studio.”
New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday #227
Below are some of the new 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.
Arturia announces V Collection 4 software collection
Arturia is proud to announce availability of V Collection 4, its premium-packaged ultimate reference software collection of keyboards and drum machines, updated and expanded to include all of the cutting- edge company’s latest software instruments for demanding musicians.
Skoogmusic announces a new performance tool musicians and DJs
Scottish based SkoogMusic announces the launch of its new low-cost wireless Skoog 2.0 on crowd funding site Indiegogo, aiming to raise £75K to finance the final stage of development to get their product out to market. This week the company gave more details about its new Skoog- controlled synth app called Mogo.
Zerodebug has released touchAble 3 app
Zerodebug has announced the release and immediate availability of touchAble 3, the new version of its dedicated Ableton Live controller app for iPad.
Steinberg Unveils Cubase Pro 8 and Cubase Artist 8
Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH today announced the immediate availability of Cubase Pro 8 and Cubase Artist 8.
For the past quarter of a century Cubase has been the go-to DAW for many professionals around the world. Today, Cubase delivers a considerably higher performance, puts users more firmly in control, and incorporates more serious tools and innovative technologies than ever before. Adding “Pro” to the biggest version of the latest range represents the evolution of Steinberg’s award-winning music production system.
Adam Audio files for bankruptcy
ADAM, the Berlin based monitor manufacturer seems to be in trouble. A few weeks ago they files for bankruptcy. The bankruptcy rumour started a few weeks ago when ADAM claimed on there Facebook that they had serious delivery problems with there product and spare parts.
New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday #226
Below are some of the new 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. A lot of black friday offerings so you might get some steals.
U-HE Bazille – Gearjunkies review
Today on the menu is Bazille by one of german’s finest The U-HE team, well known for Zebra2, Diva & many other gems. Bazille is a beast of a modular system that can be quite overwhelming when you look at the GUI for the first time. Because everything is modular you can connect parts of the system together in many ways. Unlike a regular synth where all the basics are in fact already connected for you, with Bazille you have to do that yourself. Opening creative possibilities but also with quite a steep learning curve.
Native Instruments releases Maschine 2.2 Software Update
Native Instruments today released the MASCHINE 2.2 software – a major update of NI’s acclaimed integrated hardware/software groove production system.
Lynx Introduces New Line of PCI Express Audio Cards with Aurora-level Performance
Lynx Studio Technology introduced the new line of PCI Express Cards at the Los Angeles Audio Engineer Show. These cards combine the connectivity of the Lynx AES16e PCI Express card with the audio quality of the Lynx Aurora converters. The first two offerings are the E44 and E22 cards.
New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday #225
Below are some of the new 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. Apparently they are saving up releases for the holliday season so the number of new releases is rather small this week.