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Time Limited Price Drop for Kontrol S4 and S2 Controllers
Native Instruments launched “It’s all about the drop” – a limited-time special offer on the industry-standard TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 and TRAKTOR KONTROL S2 all-in-one DJ controllers. TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 will be reduced by 100€ / $, while the S2 will be available for 50 € / $ off standard retail price. The price drop will run until April 30, 2014, both at resellers and in the NI Online Shop.
Eventide H3000 Factory ready for Pro Tools 11
Eventide is proud to announce the release of H3000 Factory and Blackhole 64-bit plug-in update supporting AAX64/Pro Tools 11 and VST Mac. They know that many of you have been waiting – thanks for your patience. To celebrate this release, they’re running a super sale starting today through April 30, 2014.
Russell Hewitt talks new Radial Engineering 500 series gear
You could say that Nuevo Flamenco artist Russ Hewitt has one of those storied successful arranged marriages… to his career that is. As a student of classical guitar at UNT, the Texas born Hewitt shifted focus and committed to a new style of music that would allow him to keep his schedule full and his bills paid. His commitment to Nuevo Flamenco has certainly paid off, not only because of his success but he also found a passion for a style of music of which he is now considered a modern virtuoso.
Elektron Analog Rytm Audio Examples
The Analog Rytm is a one stop solution beat machine. Distinguished by the power of analog drum sounds fused with samples. Perfected by the immediacy of drum pads coupled with Elektron sequencing.
Neogen Hybrid Morphing Synth from Tekit Audio available now
Tek’it Audio has announced that Neogen, a hybrid morphing synthesizer VST plug-in, has been released. Neogen is a hybrid (phase distortion / subtractive) polyphonic synthesizer with sound morphing capabilities and a rhythmic arpeggiator/sequencer. Design your sound using the 56 variation of waveform shapes, the sub-oscillator, 11 filter types, 3 envelopes, 5 effects including a two voices chorus and an auto-pan.
New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday #196
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.
Akai MPC Headphones Available Now
Announced last year, Akai have now let us know that their MPC Professional music production headphones have hit the stores now. The headphones were designed to match each new MPC in design, quality, and purpose. Each is designed to empower producers with the ability to hear their tracks and hone their craft with unmatched clarity and precision. In addition, MPC headphones provide an exceptional experience for simply listening on the go to a personal music library.
Synth-Project custom iVCS3 Controller
The ‘wizard’ of do-it-yourself software (synth) controllers Mario Jurisch has finished yet another great project. This time he developed and created the iSP3 Controller for the iVCS3 iOS App which emulate the EMS VCS3 Synth.
RME MADI Router now shipping
Building on the eight year success of the MADI Bridge and the MADI Converter, RME presents a newly designed device that is a worthy successor of both – in fact, its innovative core will redefine and inspire MADI systems for years to come.
New Live-Courses website plus discount
Producertech are excited to announce the launch of their all-new Live Courses site, originally released back in 2009. With core courses created by certified Ableton Live trainer Rob Jones, this site has become widely known as one of the best platforms for learning about the software and music production, at an affordable rate and during times that suit you best, all from the comfort of your own home.
V-Moda introduce new XS Headphones
V-MODA is thrilled to announce the latest addition to their award-wining M-Class Series – the XS. Designed for ultimate comfort and sleek ergonomic fit, the XS reflects V-MODA’s commitment to fashion-forward wearable technology, combining professional-grade quality and a personalized style.
Native Instruments Molekular: An Introduction (Video)
Native Instruments reputation for high-quality production software, be it through their comprehensive groove box Maschine, amp and pedal simulator Guitar Rig, modular sound design environment Reaktor or various soft synths and samplers, has made them a regular on the hard drives of some of the biggest names in production, engineering and songwriting. While they are now a truly global company, they haven’t strayed too far from their sound design roots, with more experimental sample libraries and Reaktor ensembles regularly rolling out of their Berlin base.
Highly anticipated Bitwig Studio available now
Today was the day many of us looked out for, as the 26th of march is the relase date of the Bitwig Studio software. Record and arrange, improvise and perform, or do it all at once. Choose between several display profiles. Design your own sounds with dedicated container devices. Combine built-in instruments, effects, and VST plug-ins.
Mark Kelley (The Roots) – Behind The Demo (Video)
As a member of The Legendary Roots Crew (The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon), Mark Kelley‘s infectious bass grooves are heard by millions on TV every night. With his first Loop Loft release, “Mark Kelley – Bass Loops Vol 1”, The Looploft bring his signature style of deep pocket, fat tone and funky grooves directly to your DAW.
CR2 expand their sample pack line with Heavy Electro
Continuing Sample Tools by Cr2’s commitment to giving you the ultimate production toolkits, Heavy Electro contains over 1.3 GB of content which includes nearly 900mb of essential audio and MIDI alongside 27 minutes of our trademark Prod-Cast video tutorials. We have raised the bar once again however as Heavy Electro also includes 20 of the finest NI Massive presets. Our aim is to give you ALL the tools you need to create the next dance floor bomb