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Sugar Bytes releases groove instrument EGOIST
Egoist is a groove instrument. Load any audio file and squeeze the groove out of it. Try your mp3 library and use it a a sound source!.The additional onboard bass, beat and fx units make Egoist the perfect track sketch tool in the studio and on the road.
DJTechtools MIDIFighter – Gearjunkies review
Working with electronic music can be a very static experience, whether you are a dj or a producer. During performances it can be very difficult for the spectator how tracks are created and what the performer is actually doing. With the Midi Fighter 3D a live performance dimension is possible, comparable of that of a guitar. Next to the live aspect, the MidiFighter 3D is also a valuable midi controller within your studio.
Stanton joins SAE beats and breaks battle
This year’s SAE Beats & Breaks Battles contenders are all starting on an even playing field thanks to the event organizers’ latest decision to make Stanton’s STR8.150s the exclusive turntables for the competition.
New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday #204
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. You also might want to search for previous sample Saturdays since price reductions may still apply for most sites.
Native Instrument Traktor X event live
Music technology company Native Instruments is happy to announce a new series of events to showcase the diversity and excellence of its industry-leading Traktor DJ technology.
IK Multimedia launches iKlip Xpand and Xpand Mini
IK Multimedia announced it’s shipping iKlip Xpand and iKlip Xpand Mini, the next generation of microphone stand mounts for tablets and smartphones.
Voxengo CurveEQ 3.3 spline equalizer plugin update
Voxengo CurveEQ update version 3.3 is now available for download. Voxengo CurveEQ, available in AudioUnit, VST and VST3 plug-in formats (including native 64-bit support), for Mac OS X (v10.5 and later), and Windows computers, is a spline equalizer plugin for professional music and audio production applications.
New Nocs NS2 v2 Now with Airplay, Bluetooth and Spotify Connect
With the NS2 Air Monitors by Nocs, you have three different options for streaming your music: Bluetooth, Spotify and AirPlay. Each technology provides its own unique benefits, but the one constant across all three is that the sound quality is spectacular. Enjoy music in your home anytime and any room, courtesy of these three world-renowned streaming services.
Apogee Announces Duet and Breakout Box Bundle
Apogee Electronics is pleased to announce a limited-time bundle featuring their legendary Duet audio interface and Breakout Box, is now available.
DeTune and Korg announce the DSN-12 for Nintendo 3DS
Detune and Korg introduce the KORG DSN-12 Analog Synthesizer, exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS.
Fiedler Audio releases AD 480 Reverb for iPad
Fiedler Audio launched the AD 480 Reverb Version 1.26, the latest professional reverb effect for iOS devices. Now that legendary, big machine, dense and warm reverb sound that makes great records and epic live sound is available for iPad and iPhone. The AD 480 Reverb algorithm is inspired by the sound of the sought after studio reverb units that were only available for the big budget recording studios and major touring acts.
TONE2 Audiosoftware announce upcoming release of Electra2
Tone2 Audiosoftware is pleased to announce the forthcoming release of Electra2, the successor of ElectraX.
Monkey Banana Turbo 5 Red Active Digital Monitor Speakers – Gearjunkies Review
The amount of near field monitors is vastly overwhelming for anyone who’s looking for a set of monitors. Especially in the price range of these Turbo 5 there are various different brands and models out there. Lately there seems to be an up rise of the models that are esthetically pleasing to the eye. To that regard the Turbo 5 stands out by its not typical square shape and availability to have them in yellow, red or black colors. Somehow these red ones remind me of not standing out on the set of the Barbarella movie with their 70-ies look. The logo that lights up when powered on does look a bit odd though.
Unity Audio is shipping the new Audio Boulder MK II studio monitor
Unity Audio will be shipping the new Unity Audio Boulder MK II at the end of June. The active 3 way active monitor will retain all the great attributes of the original MK I, for example the same Baltic Birch sealed plywood cabinet, albeit larger to accommodate the two new 8″ SEAS woofers, the original ELAC coaxial 5″ midrange with 50kHz folded ribbon tweeter, and the same custom E.A.R Class A/B amplifiers and crossover
WorxAudio Technologies Joins the PreSonus Family
PreSonus is pleased to announce the acquisition of loudspeaker manufacturer WorxAudio Technologies, Inc., of Greensboro, North Carolina, founded in 1979 by CEO and Director of Engineering Hugh Sarvis.