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Thermionic Culture Vulture available for UAD platform
Universal Audio is pleased to announce the Thermionic Culture Vulture Plug-In for the UAD Powered Plug-Ins platform and Apollo audio interfaces.
Reloop announces RHP-10 mono
The RHP-10 Mono is the latest member of the Reloop headphones family, and the first devoted to one-ear monitoring. The single ear-cup construction is designed for fast cueing of a track which, thanks to the large driver, is also possible when the ambient noise levels are high.
IK Multimedia launches iRig MIDI 2
IK Multimedia is now shipping iRig MIDI 2, the first portable Lightning/USB MIDI interface for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch as well as Mac and PC.
New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday #206
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.
Kickstart project from the Netherlands – Tuna Knobs
Real knobs for your tablet to control your MIDI and DJ’s apps – Why did’t anyone think of these a few years ago… O wait, I did, buy I’m not a techician, just a blogger with G.A.S… Check out this nice Kickstart project from the Netherlands: Tuna Knobs. For me, this is the most usable gadget for tablets ever made!
Modulas launches the Modulus 002 synthesizer
Modulus, a Bristol-based start-up that designs and manufactures musical instruments, has launched the Modulus.002, the world’s first analogue/digital music synthesizer de- signed for the Internet age. Designed and built in the UK by a team of passionate synthesizer experts, it creates the rich analogue sounds that have been at the heart of creative music since the 1960’s by using a mix of classic analogue techniques and the latest digital technology to give reliability and innovation.
Kontrol-DJ multitouch screen for DJ controllers.
The Dj controller hardware industry looks saturated and out of ideas lately. The first commercial Dj MIDI controller (KDJ-500) was released 11 years ago and things hasn’t changed very much since then. There is no doubt that nowadays we have an excellent variety of professional Dj controllers out there. Digital Dj movement has growth exponentially and it’s a mature collective inside the Dj artists.
New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday #205
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.
Microsofts Dan Moore Joins Tracktion Team
Tracktion Software Corporation (TSC) has recently tapped Dan Moore for a key business development role involving its popular Tracktion Music Production Software brand.
Positive Grid Announces BIAS Desktop
Positive Grid announces BIAS Desktop, a groundbreaking guitar-amp designer and modeler plug-in for both Mac OS X and Windows. Available in VST, Audio Units, RTAS and AAX formats, BIAS Desktop features the most realistic modeler engine, Amp Matching (a pioneering first for DAW plug-ins), BIAS Expansion Packs and the ToneCloud preset-sharing platform.
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.