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New Storn Maga Analog Synthesizer
Storn MAGA, “first” commercial Analog Synthesizer created by Storn System, MAGA‘s name itself taken from the name of fourth month in the Sundanese calendar, since the ideas and concepts about MAGA was born in April 2013.
Pentode audio releases VTC-1 vacuum tube compressor
The new VTC-1 from Penrode Audio is special analog modeled virtual VST compressor with warm analog, fat pumping and transparent sound. Compared to modern compressors PENTODE AUDIO VTC-1 has different inner structure and principle of work: VTC-1 don’t have threshold knob, so you set amount of compression by increasing or decreasing input level same like with old analog tube compressors.
Positive Grid BT-2 and BT-4 Bluetooth Foot Controllers
Positive Grid, maker of the leading mobile guitar apps BIAS and JamUp, proudly announce the release of two amazingly robust, fully-programmable Bluetooth MIDI foot controllers with I/O features for iPhone, iPad and Mac: the BT-2 and BT-4 foot controllers. Guitarists, bassists, pianists, vocalists and music producers will now have hands-free control over their iOS and Mac apps using either a two- or four-button wireless foot controller designed to provide total freedom and reliable operation in any live performance, studio recording or rehearsal situation.
Sennheiser Introduces new DJ Headphones
From the studio to the DJ booth – great sound gives you the power to move the crowd. Driven by this ethos, audio specialist Sennheiser has led the professional audio market for over two decades with its iconic HD 25 headphones used by the world’s leading music producers and DJs. Now, the Sennheiser legend continues, with an all-new range of professional DJ and Mixing headphones. Designed for the most demanding users and punishing pro environments, the HD8 DJ, HD7 DJ and the HD6 MIX have been developed in conjunction with some of the world’s top DJs.
Introducing 32 Lives – 32-bit to 64-bit Audio-Units plug-ins adapter
32 Lives is a 32-bit to 64-bit Audio-Units plug-ins adapter, and is compatible with virtually all 64-bit Audio-Units host applications.
IK Multimedia announces iRing: a motion controller for iOS
IK Multimedia announced a new technological breakthrough in mobile music making and app control: iRing, the first motion-tracking controller for iOS music apps and more. Now musicians and others can control sound effects and other parameters of their favorite apps, in real time, using hand position, freeing them from needing to touch the screen.
Gauge Introducing MP-1073 Mic PreAmp
At long last, a KILLER microphone preamp (with a DI) that won’t break the bank. The Gauge MP-1073 is not another flat, lifeless preamp. There are enough of those already. This preamp has TONE for days and you will hear the difference immediately…
Waves WLM Plus Loudness Meter Available Now
The Waves WLM Plus Loudness Meter plugin provides precision loudness measurement, metering, correction and adjustment tools for broadcast, movie trailers, games, packaged media and more. Fully compliant with all current ITU, EBU and ATSC specifications, the WLM Plus offers comprehensive Momentary, Short Term, Long Term and True Peak readouts, as well as a unique warning and logging system that keeps track of your levels, alerting you when you’ve exceeded them – or fallen short.
Standalone CV Toolkit software from Spektro Audio
CV Toolkit from Spektro Audio is a great standalone software application to control analog synthesizers by sending CV signals through any DC-coupled audio interface or Expert Sleeper’s module.
Apogee Announces New JAM 96k iOS Interface
Apogee Electronics is pleased to introduce JAM 96k, a new professional guitar interface for iPad, iPhone and Mac.
Antelope Audio introduces new Zodiac Platinum and Rubicon
Leading digital audio manufacturer Antelope Audio will provide ongoing demonstrations of its new Zodiac Platinum DSD DAC/headphone amplifier during the 2014 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. The Zodiac Platinum brings the digital audio listening experience to a new level with its unique 256X DSD upsampling mode, which enables users to upsample DSD64 and DSD128 files to DSD256 — unleashing the true potential of DSD.
Introducing Editors Keys – wireless keyboard for Logic Pro X
Editors Keys launched its new wireless shortcut keyboard, designed for Apple’s Logic Pro X software, which helps you edit faster than ever by offering you all of the major shortcuts at once.
Introducing Thunderbolt technology for the MOTU 828X Audio Interface
MOTU introduces the 828X professional 28×30 audio interface with Thunderbolt technology. As Thunderbolt becomes more widely adopted, Hi-speed USB 2.0 provides across-the-board compatibility with virtually all laptops and desktops on both Mac and Windows. Since USB 2.0 devices are compatible with USB 3.0-equipped hosts, your 828x interface is a future-proof investment in your studio.
Voice of the Gods: Analog Stereo Plate Reverb
The VOG Reverb is an analog stereo plate reverb inspired by the classic EMT plate reverbs from the Golden Age of audio recording.
SonicCharge Cyclone – Free TX16W Synth Emulation
Cyclone is a true low-level hardware emulator. It simulates all the important circuits of the Yamaha TX16W, including the main 68000 CPU, the properietary Yamaha DSP circuits, the 12-bit sample memory and the 400kHz non-linear DACs. Cyclone not only looks like a real TX16W, it sounds like a real TX16W and it runs the exact same software as a real TX16W.