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RME announces Fireface 802 USB and FireWire audio interface
RME’s new Fireface 802 lives up to its predecessor, being a highly integrated pro audio solution, a full-blown studio, packed in a 19” enclosure, with the feel and look that made the Fireface 800 world famous, but with RME’s latest technology inside that continues to rock musicians and producers around the world. The 802 doesn’t make compromises in sound, stability and ultra-low latency operation, and provides an unrivaled professional feature set with identical operation on Windows PC and Mac.
Elektron Spotlight on Matt Karmil
Repetitive, warm bliss is what exits the mix buss when Matt Karmil operates his gear. The way he uses and abuses both old and new technology has garnered a lot of attention, and has recently resulted in the release of the magnificient 12″ A Lot To Share – a true testament to the gardener principle: things covered in dirt tend to grow.
Nektar Panorama and Logic Pro Integration
After Cubase, Reason and Bitwig (coming 26th of March), Nektar, the manufacturer of DAW integration controller keyboards, have now announced the immediate release of a powerful integration of Apple Logic X with the advanced workflow of the Panorama range of products including Panorama P1, Panorama P4 and Panorama P6.
New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday #194
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.
Madrona Labs announces KAIVO Semi-Modular Software Synth
Madrona Labs have announced the new Kaivo plugin, which is a semi-modular software synthesizer that combines two powerful ways of making sound: granular synthesis and physical modeling. Both Mac and Windows versions are fully 32- and 64-bit compatible.
Rob Papen announces BLUE II synth
It wasn’t really a secret, as we all knew that it was coming, but Rob Papen has now officially announced the soon arrival of the version 2 of his software synth Blue. This highly anticipated synth will be shipping on the 10th of March.
The new Waldorf Streichfett String Synth – Memories become true
The Waldorf Streichfett combines the best of the now extinct species of String Synthesizers of the 70s and early 80s. Its dual sound engine features a fully polyphonic strings section and a monophonic solo section, which is essential for recreating how adult movies sounded thirty years ago.
Something For The Weekend: Computer Orchestra
Computer Orchestra is a crowdsourcing platform that allows users to create and conduct their own orchestra. They can choose to upload their own music or download samples to integrate into their formation. With a simple interface, they assign the chosen samples to each post. They can also arrange detection zones, that allow them to order the “musicians” to play, using various gestures. Once their orchestra is configured, they can direct it with the movements of their body.
New Serato Icon Artist: Just Blaze – Interview
The latest addition to the Serato Icon Artist Series is Just Blaze. Just Blaze is an artist who evolves. He has seamlessly blended his career as one of Hip Hop’s most influential producers with his ongoing career as a DJ, which in 2014, is stronger than ever. His ability to adapt and his hunger to experience and take advantage of what’s new, have kept Just Blaze at the cutting edge of music.
Introducing the Novation Launchpad S Control Pack
Wit the Novation Launchpad S Control Pack you get everything you need to make and perform electronic music with Ableton Live in one package. This pack contains the Launchpad S, Launch Control, two custom made protective sleeves, Ableton Live Lite 9, and a large pack of inspiring Loopmasters samples.
Waldorf 2-Pole Analog Filter … almost here!
Waldorf have announced that their 2-Pole analog filter will be shipping in about three weeks for a price of 229 Euro. For some decades now, analog filters have had a deep impact on contemporary music. Since its very beginnings, Waldorf has been renowned for the quality of their excellent sounding analog filters.
Ane Brun on tour with Allen & Heath iLive and ME System
Swedish PA company, Parashoot, has been on a European tour with Norwegian singer songwriter, Ane Brun, using iLive and ME systems for FoH and Monitors. Parashoot used an iLive-T112 system, mixing both FOH and monitors on the same console. xDR-16 I/O expander racks were positioned on stage, one left and one right, along with an iDR-16 MixRack.
Introducing the new Waves MetaFilter plugin
Waves Audio announces the availability of MetaFilter, a versatile sound-shaping filter plugin. Designed around a multimode filter with extensive modulation options and powered by Waves’ Virtual Voltage technology, Waves MetaFilter has everything users need in a sound-shaping filter. The versatile MetaFilter creative effects unit provides all the warmth, depth and fatness of classic analog filters, with the modern control and endless flexibility distinctive of Waves tools.
Kawai announces MP11 Stage Piano
The Kawai MP11 has been designed and built to meet the demanding standards of professional piano players. For discerning musicians that do not accept compromises, the MP11 offers the most authentic action, the most realistic sound, and the most control. At the heart of the MP11’s sound engine is the beautiful sound of the Kawai’s flagship EX concert grand piano. The Kawai EX concert grand piano is widely regarded by professional pianists and piano technicians as one of the finest instruments within its class.
Introducing the Atmegatron – A unique, 8-bit monosynth
The Atmegatron is a new 8-bit monosynth and the debut product from Soulsby Synthesizers. It’s an electronic musician’s dream, combining the sounds of 1980s home computers with the flexibility and power of a modern synthesizer. It adds a wide palette of new sounds to any studio setup and is also great for live use.